Traditionally, this sweets is eaten on May 5, the children's day in the hope of their happiness, health and family’s prosperity. But.....I couldn't wait till then:-)
2020/04/19
More Tea at Home - Kashiwa mochi -
A bowl of matcha and a seasonal sweets called "kashiwa mochi", which is the rice cake wrapped in oak leaves and filled with sweet bean paste.
Traditionally, this sweets is eaten on May 5, the children's day in the hope of their happiness, health and family’s prosperity. But.....I couldn't wait till then:-)
Traditionally, this sweets is eaten on May 5, the children's day in the hope of their happiness, health and family’s prosperity. But.....I couldn't wait till then:-)
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