"Capturing the Tanabata Sky in Traditional Japanese Sweets: The Beautiful 'Amanogawa Yokan' by Shichijo Kanpundo!"

2015.06.24 published

Soon it's Tanabata ♡

July 7th is Tanabata day. It's a very romantic day when Orihime and Hikoboshi can meet only once a year ♡ Many people might write their wishes on Tanzaku, right?

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Did you know there is a beautiful 'Milky Way Yokan'?

Famous for Tanabata is the Milky Way, which separates the star Vega (Orihime) and Altair (Hikoboshi). The light forming a band is lovely, isn't it? ♡ Currently, a yokan that seems to encapsulate this Milky Way is very popular!

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Limited time offer! This is the Milky Way Yokan ♡

This yokan can only be purchased during a limited period from June to August! The product name of this seasonal Japanese confection is “Milky Way.” It's truly perfect for Tanabata!

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Sold at a long-established wagashi shop in Kyoto＊

It is sold at a long-established wagashi shop in Kyoto called Nanjo Kanshundo! The main store is located in front of Sanjusangendo Temple ♡

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The Milky Way Yokan resembling the Tanabata sky＊*

The packaging containing this “Milky Way” is designed to resemble Tanzaku, making it perfect as gifts or souvenirs during the Tanabata season＊

When you open the package, you find a single piece of yokan inside, and no matter where you cut it, you can see the beautiful Milky Way pattern ♡

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Looking from above, it resembles a real starry sky＊

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Reservations for the “Milky Way” yokan on the online shop have already ended, so you have to go to the store to purchase it! Some stores may also have limited stock, so early purchase is recommended!

➡ Here is the website of 'Kyoto Wagashi Shop Nanjo Kanshundo' ♡

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Want to eat it for Tanabata ♡

Since Tanabata is coming soon, you'd want to eat the very cute Milky Way yokan, right? It's perfect to serve at weddings or as return gifts, no doubt about that!＊

A sweet that encapsulates the starry sky＊

This “Milky Way” yokan is also perfect for weddings themed around stars ♡ Why not try this beautiful Milky Way yokan available for a limited time? ♡

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