Seasonal Japanese confectionery

Yumekabou TAKARA

Since the Heian period, Japanese confectionery has been intricately woven into the fabric of the four seasons, becoming indispensable in various aspects of life and daily living.

The ‘TAKARA’ confectionery tradition spans generations, seamlessly blending traditional flavors with modern tastes to satisfy contemporary preferences.

Artisans, recognized as ‘outstanding Japanese confectionery craftsmen,’ fuse traditional techniques with their own innovative flair. They meticulously select ingredients from diverse regions across the country to craft Japanese sweets that reflect their unwavering dedication to their craft.

Offering our confections with sincerity and confidence is not just our livelihood; it’s our greatest joy.

◈ Seasonal Daifuku

Winner of the prestigious Honorary Chairman’s Award,
Highest Honor, at the 24th National Confectionery Exposition

Strawberry Daifuku

Our Strawberry Daifuku has become synonymous with our brand. We wrap locally sourced large strawberries in our special white bean paste, encased in ‘Habutae’ rice mochi, creating a perfect harmony of sweetness and tartness. It’s our proud masterpiece, improving continuously every year in collaboration with our contracted farmers.

Seasonal confections◆Late November to the end of May　Refrigeration Required

Natsumizuki Strawberry Daifuku

Seasonal confections◆Mid-June to early August　Refrigeration Required

【Regarding Daifuku made with seasonal fruits】

As these fruits are naturally grown products, their shapes and flavors may vary.

Additionally, the sales period may vary slightly. Thank you for your understanding.

The Perfect Balance of Tartness and Sweetness

Pineapple Daifuku

We have crafted the freshest pineapple into a delightful Daifuku, blending refreshing tartness, sweetness, and the tropical aroma for the ultimate experience.

Seasonal confections ◆ May to late October

Refrigeration Required

Exceptional Aroma and Sweetness

Muskmelon Daifuku

The Muskmelon Daifuku offers an addictive blend of the soft, fragrant aroma of ripe melon and its melting sweetness. Please savor its exceptional flavor.

Seasonal confections ◆ June to around October

Refrigeration Required

Miyazaki-grown Whole Fruit

Apple Mango Daifuku

We wrap the exquisite Apple Mango, known for its juicy, melt-in-your-mouth sweetness and vibrant aroma, entirely within our Daifuku.

Seasonal confections ◆ May to early July
Refrigeration Required

◆ Large, Medium, and Small sizes

The Juicy Taste of Summer

Watermelon Daifuku

We take fully ripe, sweet watermelons bathed in the summer sun, cut them into chunks, and turn them into Daifuku dripping with juice.
It’s best enjoyed chilled.

Seasonal confections ◆ Mid-May to around August

Refrigeration Required

Pioneering

Plum Daifuku

A whole ripe ‘Ohishiwase’ plum, known for its large size, tender flesh, and sweet-tangy juice, provides a delightful texture and flavor sensation.

Seasonal confections ◆ Early June to late July

Refrigeration Required

◆ Pack of 6

Overflowing with Juicy Goodness

Whole White Peach Daifuku

We have crafted whole, extra-large Daifuku using fresh white peaches with rich aroma and dripping sweet juice. As soon as you take a bite, the juicy flavor spreads throughout your mouth.

Seasonal confections ◆ Late June to mid-August

Refrigeration Required

Refreshingly Sweet

Grape Daifuku

Our Daifuku, crafted with large grapes from Sanuki, features excellent aroma and sweetness. We offer two varieties: one made with Kyoho grapes, including Pione, and the other with Shine Muscat.

Seasonal confections ◆ Early August to around November

Refrigeration Required

Extremely Popular Among Women

Fig Daifuku

The delightful fragrance and distinctive flavor of fully ripened figs from Kagawa create a Daifuku that exceeds expectations. Treat yourself to its beautification and health benefits.

Seasonal confections ◆ Early August to the end of October

Refrigeration Required

Lush Texture

Pear Daifuku

The lush sweetness, crisp texture, and refreshing aroma of this distinct ‘pear’ are embodied in our Daifuku.

Seasonal confections ◆ Late August to mid-October

Refrigeration Required

Silky Smooth

Shower Mont Blanc Daifuku

We have stuffed this sweet bean paste Daifuku with plenty of fresh cream, and then decorated the surface with chestnut paste in the Mont Blanc style. It’s a delicacy where the flavors of autumn layer beautifully.

Seasonal confections ◆ September to around December

Refrigeration Required

Renewed with the Astringency of Chestnuts

Chestnut Daifuku

Our Chestnut Daifuku features a whole large chestnut’s astringency nestled inside. It’s wrapped with pounded mochi filled with smooth sweet bean paste. We have adorned the exterior with roasted brown rice flour from ‘Oidemai’ rice. Please enjoy its fragrant aroma along with the treat.

Seasonal confections ◆ September to around November

The Compatibility with Persimmon is Exceptional

Persimmon Daifuku

It’s a Daifuku filled with fresh seedless persimmons from Kagawa, a taste of autumn. You might wonder if persimmons and Daifuku go well together, but tasting is believing. Please enjoy the flavors of autumn.

Seasonal confections ◆ Mid-October to around December

Refrigeration Required

Queen of Fruits

La France Daifuku

We have created Daifuku using the dripping juice of ripened ‘La France,’ the queen of fruits. It’s unexpectedly delicious.

Seasonal confections ◆ Late October to Late December

Refrigeration Required

‘Koryoku’ Kiwi of Sanuki

Kiwi Daifuku

The ‘Koryoku,’ designated as ‘Sanuki Sun Fruit,’ is an outstanding kiwi renowned for its exceptional sweetness and aroma worldwide. We have preserved its fresh flavor in our Daifuku.

Seasonal confections ◆ Early December to around January

Refrigeration Required

Registered Trademark

‘Obarabeniwase’ Orange Daifuku

The ‘Obarabeniwase’ from Sanuki is known for its red flesh and peel, with a strong sweetness. Its refreshing juice and aroma enhance the deliciousness of the Daifuku.

Seasonal confections（Summer）◆Early July to mid-August

Seasonal confections（Winter）◆Mid-December to around February

Refrigeration Required

Seasonal Flavors of Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter

Fruit Mix Daifuku

We gather seasonal fruits from each season and create a luxurious mixed Daifuku with cream cheese filling.

Spring Fruit Mix Daifuku

We have paired our beloved strawberries with kiwi, complemented by ripe bananas. Atop, we have adorned it with a salt-pickled cherry blossom and flavorful cream cheese, creating a Daifuku with five exquisite ingredients. The cherry blossom adds a touch of spring fragrance.

Seasonal confections ◆ From mid-February

Refrigeration Required

Summer Fruit Mix Daifuku

We have combined four summer fruits with cream cheese to create a single Daifuku. Watermelon, pineapple, blueberry, and kiwi paired with cream cheese. Each flavor harmonizes perfectly, delivering the essence of summer in every bite.

Seasonal confections ◆ From mid-May

Refrigeration Required

Autumn Fruit Mix Daifuku

We have included pear, pineapple, kiwi, and blueberry, along with cream cheese, wrapped in our special white bean paste to create an autumn fruit mix Daifuku. The combination with pear exceeds expectations.

Seasonal confections ◆ From Late August

Refrigeration Required

Winter Fruit Mix Daifuku

We have combined kiwi, which pairs well with strawberries, along with cream cheese and healthy macadamia nuts, to create a Daifuku with four ingredients. The unique texture of macadamia nuts complements the other flavors perfectly, creating a surprising combination.

Seasonal confections ◆ From Late November

Refrigeration Required

◈ Popular Fresh Confections

Crunchy Tanuki Manju of Yashima

These adorably shaped manju (sweet bun) are reminiscent of the legendary tanuki character, Tasaburo, from Yashima. We have fried them to a crispy texture, filled with the fragrant aroma of Okinawan black sugar and a light sweet bean paste. Enjoy the crispy caramel-like flavor. (We fry them crispy every morning, but they may become moist over time.)

◆ Packed in boxes, 6 pieces per box

Wild Flavor

Authentic Warabi

Our authentic Warabi, made using starch extracted from the mountain vegetable, Warabi grass, pairs excellently with homemade smooth sweet bean paste. Enjoy the aroma of freshly roasted Kinako powder and the unique texture of real warabi.

◆ Pack of 6

Umai(Delicious), Tabemai(Please eat)

Oidemai Dango

Our dango (rice dumplings) are made from Kagawa’s new rice variety, ‘Oidemai,’ with the catchphrase ‘Umai(Delicious),Tabemai(Please eat), Oidemai(come over here).’ We use rice cooked as it is for dango, following its cooking method. The specially glazed Mitarashi coating makes this dango addictive. (Baked fresh every morning.)

◆ Available in packs of 3 and 5

Addictive

Grilled Mentaiko Dango

These original dango are made with ‘Oidemai’ rice, generously coated with grilled mentaiko sauce. The delicious flavor will leave you addicted.

Specialty

Bean Daifuku

Our Bean Daifuku features a blend of Hokkaido red beans and Tanba Dainagon adzuki beans for the paste, along with plenty of black beans in the pounded mochi. This traditional, rustic Bean Daifuku preserves the natural flavors of the ingredients.

◆ Pack of 6

A Journey of Azuki Beans and Sweet Potatoes in Sweets

Orne Azuki

Orne Potetto (Sweet Potato)

Featuring a moist and fragrant soft-baked crust made with ingredients sourced from Sanuki, filled with large grains of specially-made Tanba Dainagon red bean paste for ‘Azuki,’ and Narutokintoki sweet potato for ‘Potetto.’

The gentle texture of the dough complements the rich flavor of each filling, allowing you to enjoy the ‘Tsubuan’ and ‘Sweet Potato’ variations together. This is a new Takamatsu specialty confection inspired by ‘Takamatsu ORNE’.

The Delicate Flavor of Fresh Cream Chocolate（Japanese Ganache）

Melted Fresh Cream Chocolate Daifuku

We have enveloped blended Swiss chocolate ganache in soft mochi, dusted with cocoa powder. The gentle and rich fresh cream chocolate experience varies with temperature. Enjoy the melting sensation on your palate.

Seasonal confections ◆ December to around May

Refrigeration Required

◆ Pack of 6

The exquisite flavor of chestnut

Chestnut Kinton

Chestnut Kinton” is made from domestic Japanese chestnuts (from Kumamoto, Ehime, and Tanba), which are specially steamed and carefully strained during their prime harvest period. This exquisite treat allows you to fully enjoy the gentle, natural aroma of chestnuts.

Seasonal confections ◆ Late September to around December

From Sanuki

Wasambon(fine-grain sugar) Pudding

This is our original ‘TAKARA’ pudding, boasting a luscious, delicate softness and a gentle sweetness unique to Wasanbon sugar.

Refrigeration Required

◆ Pack of 2, 4, and 6

Wishing for Good Health and Well-being

Minazuki (June 30th – Summer Purification Ritual)

This treat, shaped like ice from a himuro (ice storage), is a triangular Uirou topped with Tanba Dainagon red beans. The rich flavor of azuki beans combined with the chewy texture of the Uirou creates an indescribable harmony of taste.

Seasonal confections ◆ Late May to around July

Refrigeration Required

TAKARA Special

Mitsumame

Silky smooth agar jelly and chewy Habutae mochi are combined with an abundance of fruits and soft Tanba Dainagon azuki beans. When mixed with cold, refreshing syrup, it creates a truly blissful taste experience.

Seasonal confections ◆ May to around September

Refrigeration Required

The rich, deep flavor of premium matcha

Rich Matcha Mitsumame

Indulge in the rich sweetness of Uji matcha, perfectly paired with mochi and matcha kanten, complemented by soft Tanba Dainagon red beans. Pour the matcha over the mitsumame and savor a flavor that will delight even the most discerning matcha enthusiasts.

Seasonal confections ◆ May to September

Refrigeration Required

The flavor of Tanba Dainagon red beans

Chilled Zenzai

Our Chilled Zenzai features the rich flavor of tender, slow-cooked Tanba Dainagon red beans perfectly paired with chewy shiratama mochi. This combination creates an exquisite taste experience that is pure bliss.

Seasonal confections ◆ May to around September

Refrigeration Required

Harmony of Tsubuan and Coffee

Shiratama and Azuki Coffee Jelly

Savor freshly brewed coffee transformed into jelly, combined with chewy shiratama, soft azuki bean paste, and rich fresh cream.

Seasonal confections ◆ May to August

Refrigeration Required

Kuri Kinton Yokan

Chestnuts of Sanuki Gomyo

This yokan (sweet bean jelly) is crafted to preserve the rich flavor of chestnuts, making it taste as if you’re enjoying pure, dense chestnut itself. It’s a wagashi that embodies the essence of chestnuts, even more than the chestnuts themselves.

Note: Gomyo is a chestnut-growing region in Kagawa.

Seasonal confections ◆ Around September

With Whole Shibukawa Chestnuts

Gomyo no Tamaguri

“Gomyo no Kuri” encapsulates the fluffy texture of Japanese chestnuts, while “Gomyo no Tamaguri” includes a whole, large chestnut with shibukawa（the astringent inner skin）. This allows you to savor the rich flavors of both types of chestnuts simultaneously, offering an exceptional taste experience.

Seasonal confections ◆ Around September

Packed with Japanese chestnuts

Kurimushi Yokan

We harvest fresh chestnuts in autumn and soak them in syrup, then generously mix them into steamed yokan (sweet bean jelly). The chunks of golden chestnut create an exquisite flavor, making this a classic delicacy.

Seasonal confections ◆ Around September

Certified as an “Outstanding Japanese Confectionery Artisan”

Jo-namagashi

Our Jo-namagashi, inspired by the beauty of the four seasons, are traditional Japanese sweets crafted for tea ceremonies. These delicate confections not only tantalize the taste buds but also engage all five senses, allowing you to savor the rich flavors and artistry of each season.

Note: “Outstanding Japanese Confectionery Artisan” is the highest honor for a wagashi craftsman, and we are proud to be the first in Shikoku to receive this prestigious recognition.

Winner of the Kagawa Prefecture Product Competition’s Grand Prize

Sanuki Lemon and ‘Obarabeniwase’ Orange Cream Sandwich

Crafted with Sanuki lemons and ‘Obarabeniwase’ Orange from Sanuki, Kagawa, these fruits are candied to perfection. Paired with the crisp texture of “Oidemai” rice biscuits, this sandwich offers a delightful blend of refreshing lemon aroma and subtle hints of red mikan.

Note: ‘Obarabeniwase’ Orange is a Kagawa specialty citrus known for its red peel and rich sweetness, accompanied by a refreshing fragrance.

◆ Packed in boxes, 5,10 and 15pieces per box

Refrigeration Required in Summer

Harmony of Rum Raisin and Sablé

“Oidemai” Rice Rum Raisin

A stylish rum raisin sandwich made with roasted Oidemai rice from Kagawa. Golden raisins, soaked in syrup with Kagawa’s rare sugar and rum, are mixed with fresh butter cream and sandwiched between layers of Oidemai rice-infused dough. Enjoy the fragrant aroma of toasted rice paired with the sophisticated flavor of rum-infused raisins.

◆ Packed in boxes, 5,10 and 15 pieces per box

Refrigeration Required in Summer

◈ Gift Confections

Winner of the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries Award at the 25th National Confectionery Exposition

Chestnut Mikasa

A whole chestnut nestled in generous red bean paste. The moist and gentle texture of Chestnut Mikasa has been a flagship confection of “Takara” for three generations since its founding.

◆ Packed in boxes, 5,10,15,20, and 25 pieces per box

Winner of the Honorary Chairman’s Award (Technical Division) at the 26th National Confectionery Exposition

Handmade Monaka – Rakuraku

Monaka is a delightful treat you assemble just before eating. Enjoy the crisp, aromatic wafers paired with fresh, moist Tanba Dainagon azuki bean paste. The unique flavor of this freshly prepared Tanba Dainagon monaka is unmatched.

◆ Packed in boxes, 6,8,12, and 16 pieces per box

Sanuki

Roman

The fluffy and moist texture of the outer shell, reminiscent of a Japanese omelet, offers a new sensation beyond traditional Bouchée. Enjoy a variety of flavors with sweet azuki bean paste, almond cream, and strawberry.

◆ Packed in boxes, 5,10,15,20, and 25 pieces per box

Giant Chestnut Manju

Oguri

We wrap the finest large chestnuts in a special white bean paste and aromatic baked dough. Topped with a smooth layer of yokan (sweet bean jelly), it gleams like a plump chestnut. Enjoy its moist, fresh texture akin to namagashi, which is a traditional Japanese fresh confection.

◆ Packed in boxes, 6,8,12 and 16 pieces per box

Setouchi Artisanal Monaka

An Butter Sandwich

This new Kagawa confection is inspired by the Seto Inland Sea. Our handmade monaka sandwiches buttery Tanba Dainagon bean paste between crisp wafers. Discover a fresh twist on traditional monaka.

Milk Manju

Evening Calm of Seto

Indulge in our milk manju (sweet bun), baked to a charming golden hue reminiscent of the sunset reflecting on the sea. Made with Kagawa’s “Sanuki no Yume” wheat, rare sugars, and olive oil from Shodoshima, this treat invites you to savor the beauty of the Seto Inland Sea.

◆ Packed in boxes, 6pieces per box

Harmony of Rich Egg Yolk Paste and Rich Ume Plum

Tamaume

We have wrapped a whole syrup-soaked domestic green plum in Momoyama dough, known for its slightly risen texture and moist consistency. Experience the soft richness of the egg yolk paste harmonizing with the refreshing taste of green plum as it spreads in your mouth.

Sanuki Made

Kuri Ippai (Full of Chestnuts)

We have encased whole chestnuts, complete with their shibukawa (astringent inner skins), along with sweet bean paste, in a flaky pastry crust. This harmonious blend of traditional and Western flavors captures the deep richness of chestnuts and the buttery essence of the pastry.

◆ Packed in boxes, 10,15 and 20pieces per box

The Popular

Chestnut Manju

The chestnut paste, containing chopped chestnuts, nestled in a fragrant baked skin, offers a nostalgic and rustic flavor.

Takara’s chestnut manju (sweet bun) is crafted into a moist and modern delicacy.

Sanuki Fig Pie

Sanuki-grown fully ripened figs are prepared as compote, wrapped in fresh pie crust, and carefully baked. The subtle sweetness of figs and the aroma of pie crust, amidst a gentle acidity, make this delicacy a must-try not only for fig enthusiasts but also for those with a sweet tooth.

Seasonal confections ◆ September to around November

Mochi inside

Takara Monaka

This is a mochi-filled monaka made with high-quality Niigata golden rice cake. It contains a filling of Tanba Dainagon red bean paste, known for its unique flavor, along with soft mochi. It’s a renowned confection often requested for celebrations and offerings.

◆ Packed in boxes, 6,10 and 15pieces per box

Japanese-style terrine “Chestnut”

A terrine-style castella cake flavored with brandy and filled with plenty of chestnuts with their astringent inner skins. The rich and moist texture of the cake complements the chestnuts, enhancing the deep flavor of the ingredients.

◆ Pack of 1,2 and 3

Japanese-style terrine “Rich Green Tea”

A terrine-style castella cake infused with plenty of Kyoto Uji matcha, and studded with large and soft Sanuki Daikoku beans and Tanba Dainagon red beans. The cake carries a subtle hint of Western-style liquor. The rich flavor of matcha combined with black beans and red beans creates a harmonious blend.

◆ Pack of 1,2 and 3

Seasonal Delights

Treasured Longevity Persimmon

We have filled the Ichida persimmon, a specialty along the Tenryu River in Shinshu, with white bean paste and adorned it with yokan (sweet bean jelly). It’s a traditional Japanese sweet with the natural sweetness of the persimmon shining through.

Seasonal confections ◆ December to around May

Moist and Fluffy

Wasanbon Sugar Azuki Roll

This fluffy roll cake features a soft batter made with wasanbon sugar and refined shiroshita sugar. It is filled with fresh cream and large, sweetened Tanba Dainagon red beans. Enjoy the subtle sweetness of wasanbon sugar. The individually portioned pieces make it easy to enjoy.

◆ Full size, Subdivided size

Refrigeration Required

Wasanbon

Sansyu Oguro

We make “Kuro Mame Shibori” using wasanbon sugar and rare sugar to bring out the rich flavor of Kagawa’s “Sanshu Oguro” black soybeans. The intense taste of these black soybeans is a point of pride.

※ “Sanshu Oguro” refers to the particularly large black soybeans registered as “Kagawa Black No. 1” by JA Kagawa, which are a type of Tanba black azuki.

◆ Packed in boxes, 4pieces per box

Just as it is

Amandes au Caramel Salé

（Salted caramelized Almond）

These almonds are immersed in caramelized sugar and roasted to a rich caramel color. They are then sprinkled with Sanuki’s moshio (natural seaweed salt). The toasty flavor of almonds combined with the delicate taste of the moshio creates an addictive and delightful treat.

◆ Packed in boxes, 4pieces per box

Authentic

Nagasaki Castella

Crafted with traditional techniques handed down through generations in Nagasaki, this castella cake embodies the true essence of the region. Made with four carefully selected ingredients: eggs, flour, mizuame (starch syrup), and sugar (including wasanbon), it offers a uniquely moist texture that melts in your mouth, leaving a delightful sensation.

Meticulously kneaded with matcha

Matcha Castella

We meticulously blend carefully selected matcha into the Castella batter and bake it with utmost care. The matcha flavor is exceptional.

※Available in half size only

Foods with Functional Claims

Enhances fat burning in daily energy metabolism

Sanuki Walnut Dorayaki

Moedora

We use Kagawa’s “Sanuki no Yume” wheat flour, soy sauce from Shodoshima, and the rare sugar “Allulose” from Kagawa Prefecture to create a moist and fluffy pancake-like outer layer. Inside, you will find a filling of crunchy walnuts and red bean paste, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavors.

（Functional Ingredient : Allulose）

【Registration Number】1587

White Bean Paste Dorayaki with Shiratama

Moon Rabbit Dorayaki

The dorayaki, designed to resemble a moon rabbit in the full moon, contains rich white bean paste with a unique flavor, and is filled with chewy Shiratama mochi in the center. Enjoy while admiring the moon.

Seasonal confections ◆ September to around October

Soft Yuzu Mochi

Ayu (Sweet fish shaped)

We have incorporated freshly harvested yuzu citrus from Kochi Prefecture into the moist and fragrant baked crust, along with a layer of Habutae mochi. Perfect for the summer when sweet fish swim in clear streams, it offers a gentle and refreshing taste.

Seasonal confections ◆ May to around August

The flavor of Sanuki’s Moshio (seaweed salt) and Butter

Butter Mikasa

We have added fresh butter to the moist red bean paste of dorayaki. It is like having the perfect pancake. After the flavor of the pancake-like outer layer with red bean aroma, the flavor of butter spreads in your mouth.

Seasonal confections ◆ December to around May

Information on our eating area

Our Takara products can be enjoyed in-store. Towards the back of the store, we have an eating area overlooking the seasonal ‘Takara Garden.’ In the summer, our specialty shaved ice with artisan syrup is particularly popular. In winter, the warmth of the wood stove welcomes our customers. We also offer complimentary self-service tea, so please relax and enjoy your time with us.

Additionally, we have a multipurpose space called ‘Nagomi’ on the second floor, which is available for small gatherings or cultural classes. For more details, please inquire with our staff.

Our popular shaved ice features syrups made with carefully selected premium ingredients

Seasonal Japanese confectionery