Hōjicha Konpeitō

Konpeitō is a type of rock candy that is made by coating small sugar crystals with multiple layers of flavoured syrup until the desired size is achieved. It is said to have been introduced to Japan by Portuguese traders in the 16th century with its name konpeitō coming from the Portuguese word ‘confeito’. Konpeitō is a popular sweet enjoyed during celebrations and even used as a gift by the Japanese Imperial Family. As part of Japanese tea traditions, sweets are typically served with green tea as part of Japanese tea traditions, this hōjicha (roasted green tea) flavoured konpeitō combines smoky flavours with sweetness into delicate crystals.

Size: L15 cm x W7.3 cm x H4 cm

Weight: 30g

Kyūshū and Okinawa

This is Japan’s south-west region including the island of Kyūshū and the sub-tropical island chain of Okinawa. Kyūshū was an early centre of Japanese civilization, and offers many historic treasures, modern cities and volcanic natural beauty. It is home to the ports of Kagoshima, Nagasaki and Fukuoka, the porcelain manufacturing centre in Arita and the Tanegashima Space Center launch site.