Everlasting Japanese Arrowroot Ice Candy

Everlasting Japanese Arrowroot Ice Candy

 from a 130-Year-Old Traditional Japanese Confectionery

Each ice candy is meticulously handcrafted by skilled Japanese confectionery artisans, resulting in unique shapes.
They're made using pure genuine Japanese arrowroot called Kuzu root in Japanese, offering both health benefits and a range of textures depending on the level of defrosting.
It is not easily melted and healthy, so it is a nice sweet for children to eat, and even if it melts, it can be refrozen!

The culmination of a six-year journey, these ice candies feature carefully chosen ingredients that have resulted in 6 delightful flavors: strawberry milk, pineapple, white lemon, mikan, azuki, and amazake, and all perfectly complementing the ice candy experience!

Given their handmade nature, a limited quantity can be crafted at once, resulting in rapid sellouts with each restock.
Having garnered numerous awards and substantial media coverage, it represents the harmonious blend of tradition and modern innovation—a truly unique sweet delight.

Why don't they barely melt?

The secret lies in the combination of kuzu powder and agar, creating a mixture that is resistant to melting.
Even if it does melt, a quick freeze will restore it, so there's no need to rush your enjoyment!
Featuring an array of flavors like mandarin mikan orange and strawberry, these candies cater to individuals of all ages and preferences.
From the initial crisp bite to the gradual transition to a delightfully chewy texture, this confection presents a new and captivating sensory experience.

The Distinctive Trait of Pure Kuzu Root

Pure Kuzu root, known as "Hon-Kuzu," is considered a superfood.
It has been a part of our lives not only as a culinary ingredient but also as a traditional remedy.
It is known to be beneficial for the body, containing compounds such as isoflavones and saponins that are believed to have effects on preventing menopausal symptoms and improving blood circulation.

Among these uses, the Yoshino Hon-Kuzu utilized in this ice candy is sourced from the root of the kuzu plant.
It's derived from kuzu starch and is either manufactured or processed (at the very least refined) in the Yoshino region of Nara Prefecture, Japan, and its surrounding areas.
Dishes and sweets crafted with this unadulterated, pristine Yoshino Hon-Kuzu feature a silky texture, elegant transparency, and a distinctive luster.
Renowned restaurants throughout the nation incorporate it as a key ingredient.

Buzzworthy Sweets Taking the Media by Storm

Out of approximately 500 items introduced over the course of 5 years on the popular show "Tokoro-san Otodoke Mono Desu!" (Deliveries for You by Tokoro-san), the main personality has carefully selected six items that they became particularly enamored with.
And among those, they have been chosen as the absolute best!
One of these items is a sought-after dessert that quickly sells out every time it's restocked, garnering attention from numerous media outlets.

Exquisite Array of  6 Artisanal Flavors

1. Strawberry Milk

A sophisticated blend of French-sourced puree-infused matured strawberries, mixed with milk to achieve a mild and creamy finish.

2. Pineapple

Using French-sourced puree, this pineapple flavor offers a rich, juicy taste with a delightful chewy texture that becomes addictive.

3. White Lemon

Lemon zest sliced into probiotic dairy drink, topped with honey-soaked lemon for a refreshing twist.

4. Mandarin Mikan Orange

A childhood-favorite mandarin orange flavor, evoking a gentle and nostalgic taste.

5. Red Bean

An elegant flavor exclusive to traditional Japanese confectioneries, made with abundant use of locally-sourced red beans from Hokkaido.

6. Amazake

Crafted using 100% domestically-produced rice koji amazake, often referred to as a "drinkable drip," known for its nourishing qualities.

Core Principles

1. Artisanal Craftsmanship

Crafted entirely by the hands of skilled artisans, each batch is meticulously adjusted to achieve the most delightful flavor profile according to the day's temperature and humidity.
The slight variations in appearance from batch to batch add an element of enjoyment.

2. 100% Pure Kuzu Root

They have carefully kneaded pure kuzu root using traditional methods to create a smooth texture without any impurities.
This kuzu root is the essence that gives Kuzu Candy its distinctive texture.

2. Uncompromising Ingredient Selection

Over a span of six years, they tirelessly researched and selected six different ingredients that perfectly complement Kuzu Candy.
As a confectionery specializing in traditional Japanese treats, our offerings confidently include not only azuki beans but also the delightful flavors of various fruits.

Story of Wokano