Assorted Yōkan

Enjoyed as a tea-time treat, a thoughtful gift, or a symbol of celebration, yōkan is a cherished Japanese dessert that embodies elegant simplicity and refinement. Its history spanning centuries, yōkan has been a popular delicacy accompanying tea ceremonies. Handmade using carefully selected, high-quality ingredients such as azuki beans, sugar and agar-agar, skilled wagashi (Japanese confectionery) artisans shape these into elegant rectangular blocks. A smooth, gelled-paste consistency, a harmonious blend of flavours, and delicate sweetness is what best describe yōkan, a beloved dessert that embodies the rich heritage of Japanese confectionery.

The box contains 5 types of yōkan that come in flavours of azuki bean, dark brown sugar, matcha, honey and black tea.

Ingredients: Azuki beans, sugar, agar-agar
Depending on the type it may contain: roasted soy powder, red azuki, matcha, fermented soy paste

Contains soy.

Nutritional Value/100g:

Energy: 270kcal – 286 kcal
Fat: 0.4g – 0.8 g
of which saturates: 0g – 0.1g
Carbohydrates: 61.4g – 67.1g
of which sugar: 46.6g – 59.4g
Protein: 3.5 g – 4.4g
Salt: 0.01g – 0.23g

Yōkan size: L8 cm x W3 cm x H2 cm; Weight: 50g

Box size: L15.3cm x W8.5 cm x H3 cm

Kantō

The Kantō region is densely populated and home to a third of the country's population. It is centred around the nation's vibrant capital – Tokyo, formerly known as Edo, which has been the cultural, economic and political heart of Japan for centuries. Outside this megacity, there are mountains, onsen and ski resorts, magnificent temple complexes and excellent surfing opportunities within easy reach.