• 23 Wakidochō, Nara, 630-8337, Japan
Nara is home to many historic and long-established Japanese confectionery shops, and the refined flavors and delicate tastes that can be enjoyed at these shops enchant travelers. One of these is 'Narakashi Sho Nakaniwa Yosaburo' in Wakigo-cho. Established in Taisho 2, this prestigious long-established shop with the elegant atmosphere of a Nara machiya house is the perfect space to enjoy freshly made Japanese confectionery.
The charm of 'Narakashi Sho Nakaniwa Yosaburo' lies in its seasonal fresh sweets. During Setsubun, adorable fresh sweets shaped like red and blue demons appear, while in winter, refined fresh sweets reminiscent of camellia flowers make their debut. Using seasonal ingredients, the delicate seasoning that resonates with the Japanese heart shines.
Another recommended item aside from fresh sweets is the shop's pride, 'Yamato tea mochi.' The exquisite texture and subtle bitterness of Yamato tea will captivate your taste buds. Made with traditional methods, the mochi and anko (red bean paste) complement each other perfectly, wrapping you in a pleasant feeling that transcends time.
At 'Narakashi Sho Nakaniwa Yosaburo,' you can also savor various other Japanese confectioneries made with traditional methods, such as gyuhi (soft rice cake) and yokan (adzuki bean jelly). As you gaze at the greenery in the inner garden and spend a leisurely time, you will undoubtedly be intoxicated with Nara's traditional culture. The ever-changing elegant atmosphere and timeless flavors will surely captivate the hearts of travelers.
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