Kinako-dama
きな粉玉
We're back with another irresistible snack from Rakuichi! The crunchy yet pleasant texture of soybeans combined with the taste of kinako (soybean flour) makes it hard to stop eating.
Back To Classics
In partnership with Shochiku Co., Ltd., we invite you to embark on this snack journey through time with this month’s snacks that will definitely throw you back to the classics.
March 2023
The Art of Kabuki
Welcome to the enchanting world of kabuki, a captivating form of classical Japanese performance that has delighted audiences for centuries.
Renowned for its vibrant costumes, intricate makeup, and dramatic storytelling, kabuki originated in the early 17th century and has since become one of Japan’s most cherished theatrical traditions. Rooted in historical narratives, legends, and folklore, kabuki performances transport spectators to a realm where reality and fantasy intertwine.
What's in this box?
Our snack boxes feature a carefully curated selection of Japanese snacks, teas, and home goods from local makers that each represent a unique aspect of Japanese Culture.
We're back with another irresistible snack from Rakuichi! The crunchy yet pleasant texture of soybeans combined with the taste of kinako (soybean flou...
Named after a set of Kabuki plays strongly associated with the Ichikawa Danjūrō line of actors who perform in Shochiku's Kabuki theatres, Otsumami Jyu...
Whole fresh amaebi (sweet shrimps) are grounded and kneaded into the dough of these rice crackers. When you open the bag, enjoy the aroma of amaebi as...
Enjoy the delicious taste of home-grown Ayahikari wheat and the high quality astringent flavour of Sayama green tea from Saitama Prefecture. This bite...
Sold as a souvenir at the Kabuki-za Theatre since the 1950s, this rice cracker is baked with plenty of eggs and has just the right amount of firmness ...
Made from glutinous rice grown under in Ogata Village in Akita Prefecture, enjoy the moist texture of these rice crackers soaked in umakuchi soy sauce...
Lightly baked wheat gluten made with domestic wheat flour, and topped with brown sugar made from Okinawan sugar cane. Its light yet firm texture means...
With colours and packaging representative of the Hina Matsuri (Girls' Day) celebrated every 3 March, these rice crackers are fluffy and crispy. Made u...
UPCOMING MONTH’S THEME
New Year, New Snacks from the Snowy Region of Akita!
Ring in the new year with our January Omiyage Snack Box as we whisk you away to one of Japan’s snowiest and most enchanting regions: Akita. Famous for its hot springs, vibrant traditional festivals, and unique local delicacies, Akita is a treasure trove waiting to be discovered. Among this month’s flavour highlights in our snack box is the famous smoked and pickled daikon radish “iburigakko”, a specialty deeply loved for its savoury, smoky tang that pairs well with Akita’s local rice and sake.
We are also celeberating Japan’s rich cultural heritage with festive treats that evoke the spirit of the Japanese New Year, also known as “oshogatsu”! From rice crackers and Year-of-the-Snake-themed candies, let’s usher in good fortune and joy in 2025 with this perfect mix of flavours from Akita and all across Japan.
Past Themes
From flavour pairings and prefectures, to festivals and holidays, we carefully curate the most authentic Japanese snacks, candy, and teas to get a true feel of Japan.
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