"Maximally Festive 'Golden Castella' Adorned with Gold Leaf in the Shape of a Butterfly♡"

Discover the Celebratory Castella ♡

Castella, a confection that was brought over from Castile, Spain to Nagasaki about 400 years ago.

Since the late Muromachi period, it has been loved by the Japanese as a special confection for gifts and souvenirs ♡

It is also popular as a return gift for weddings.

There are many delicious castella available in the world, but…

Among them, I found a wonderful castella that seems to be very auspicious, perfect for return gifts, so let me introduce it to you＊

Do you know "Kin no Kasutera" by Mameya Kanazawa Bankyu?

This castella is "Kin no Kasutera," made by Mameya Kanazawa Bankyu, a Japanese and Western confectionery shop in Kanazawa ♡

It is a luxurious castella adorned with real gold leaf on the surface.

Kanazawa is a city rich in crafts. "Kin no Kasutera" uses "gold leaf," a proud craft item of Kanazawa ♩

At Mameya Kanazawa Bankyu, they lavishly use this gold leaf unique to Kanazawa.

It is a shiny, glamorous castella that feels special even before eating it ♡

The taste is not too sweet, with a refreshing flavor that is easy to eat. It reportedly uses the egg yolk from the carefully selected "Egg Royale"＊

Was Gold Leaf a Medicine for Longevity!?

There is a theory that in ancient China, gold leaf was eaten as a "medicine for longevity."

Not only does it look luxurious, but it was also a lucky food that prayed for health and longevity.

Choosing a castella adorned with such luxurious gold leaf as a return gift expresses the wish, "I hope all the important guests stay healthy for a long time" ♡

A Cute Cookie-Cutter Version of "Kin no Kasutera" ♡

There is also a playful series where the golden castella is cut into the shapes of flowers and animals ♡

This one is called "Kin no Kasutera - Outdoor Rabbit." As you eat from the edges, a cute rabbit and a round moon appear ♡

You’ll feel it’s a shame to eat it.

It seems there are also seasonal motifs like the Chinese zodiac and cherry blossoms.

A heart-shaped version perfect for weddings is said to be available year-round.

You’ll be surprised by the shiny castella and even more surprised by the motifs that come out from within…

It truly offers a double surprise ♩

What is the Price of "Kin no Kasutera"? Where Can You Buy It?

Kin no Kasutera can be purchased at Mameya Kanazawa Bankyu’s stores, as well as online shops.

There are four stores in Kanazawa, including the main store, and three stores in Tokyo＊

The price for the plain castella starts at 1,080 yen (tax included), and the castella with motifs starts at 1,350 yen (tax included) ♡

It’s just the right price range for return gifts.

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"Kin no Kasutera" as a Return Gift ♡

The "Kin no Kasutera" from Kanazawa, lavishly adorned with gold leaf that holds auspicious meaning and appearance.

It is recommended for those looking for a heartfelt and impressive return gift ♡

If you are interested, why not try ordering it as a test＊