Shop Online! All the Adorable Wagashi from "Chaka Kobo Taro," Popular in Kanazawa ♡

"Saka Kobo Taro" in Kanazawa is intriguing ♡

Kanazawa, one of Japan's three major confectionery regions.

Ishikawa Prefecture ranks second in the number of confectionery shops per capita, following Kyoto. Kanazawa City tops Japan in terms of consumption of wagashi (Japanese sweets), making it truly a city of sweets ♡

In such Kanazawa, there is a popular wagashi shop on Instagram.

That is "Saka Kobo Taro," founded in 2005.

A new and emerging wagashi shop that adds freshness to traditional gentle wagashi.

The appeal lies not only in the taste but also in the appearance of the sweets and their stylish packaging.

The main store has a modern and contemporary interior that one wouldn't expect from a wagashi shop ♡

Besides four stores in Kanazawa City, it is also available for purchase online, so it seems that more people are enjoying it through mail order.

Since there are no stores outside Kanazawa City, it would be a delightful choice for souvenirs or gifts.

Let me introduce you to the stylish sweets from "Saka Kobo Taro" ♩

"Saka Kobo Taro" Sweets ① Taro's Yokan

There are five flavors: cocoa chocolate, white chocolate, azuki (red bean), koicha (thick tea), and peanut butter.

This is a signature product developed over 15 years since the founding.

The simple package is also sophisticated and stylish!

"Cocoa chocolate" and "white chocolate" have a flavor reminiscent of soft chocolate that pairs well with coffee, tea, or milk.

"Peanut butter" has a fun crunchy texture ♡

"Koicha" has a luxurious matcha aroma.

"Azuki" has a refreshing and simple sweetness ♡

It’s a cute and fun yokan with unique flavors.

The price is 280 yen (excluding tax) for one.

The gift box has a simple Japanese taste.

The red and white rubber bands add an accent.

The hiragana writing for "Taro's Yokan" gives it a modern and stylish touch.

"Saka Kobo Taro" Sweets ② Hanako to Taro

"Hanako to Taro" is a moist and soft chocolate cake layered with steamed matcha castella and cocoa chocolate yokan.

The aroma of crushed almonds pairs well with coffee for a smooth one-bite cake ♩

The matcha color and the gold leaf on top also reflect Kanazawa’s charm. It’s a perfect souvenir item.

The price is 950 yen (including tax) for five pieces.

"Saka Kobo Taro" Sweets ➂ Taro's Shikakui Monaka

"Taro's Shikakui Monaka" features a crisp, lightweight thick skin wrapped around large sweet red beans kneaded with rice syrup.

The amount of red bean paste is just right, striking a perfect balance with the fragrant monaka skin.

Its easy-to-break design is also well-received.

A gourmet way to enjoy "Taro's Shikakui Monaka" is to place butter on it and lightly bake it in the oven!

It looks really delicious ♡

The price is 173 yen (including tax) for one.

"Saka Kobo Taro" Sweets ④ Taro's Hitokuchi Kintsuba

This is "Taro's Hitokuchi Kintsuba," which contains two small kintsuba in a bag.

The shiny, plump large sweet red beans are enveloped in a soft thin coating made with glutinous rice flour.

The subtle sweetness, lingering with the red beans, is popular among adults.

Each one is wrapped in film, making it just the right size for a little snack.

"Saka Kobo Taro" Sweets ⑤ Ji no Ka / Mori no Ne

"Ji no Ka" and "Mori no Ne" come in a stylish red and white elongated box.

"Ji no Ka" is a dried sweet made from freshly ground soy flour kneaded with syrup and mixed with coarsely chopped macadamia nuts.

The rustic sweetness of wasanbon sugar is truly soothing.

The price is 378 yen (including tax) for seven pieces and 1,188 yen (including tax) for twenty-five pieces.

"Mori no Ne" is amber sugar made from carefully dried Tanba shiratake.

It comes in four flavors: matcha, blueberry, brown sugar, and plain. The natural colors are beautiful.

The crunchy texture and soft elasticity are sure to become addictive ♡

The price is 378 yen (including tax) for thirteen pieces and 1,080 yen (including tax) for forty-eight pieces.

If you love wagashi, check out "Saka Kobo Taro" ♡

I introduced you to "Saka Kobo Taro," a wagashi shop from Kanazawa.

These new wagashi are refined in both taste and appearance, and I'd love to try them at least once.

Please add it to your list of must-visit shops when traveling to Kanazawa.

You can also order online.

➡ Check out "Saka Kobo Taro" online shop here