Kashiwa mochi
kashiwa mochi
Kashiwa mochi (Japanese: かしわ餅, 柏餅) is a wagashi (Japanese confection) of white mochi surrounding a sweet anko (red bean paste) filling with a Kashiwa leaf wrapped around it.[1] Unlike the cherry blossom leaf used in sakura mochi, the oak (kashiwa) leaf used in kashiwa mochi is not eaten and used only to symbolize the prosperity of one's descendants.[2]
Tango no sekku, Children's Day[]
Tango no sekku (Children's Day) is celebrated in Japan on May 5. On this day, the Japanese promote the happiness and well-being of children. Kashiwa-mochi and chimaki are made especially for this celebration.[1]
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References[]
- ^ a b "Japanese confectionery". Travel Around Japan. Retrieved 10 March 2016.
- ^ "*ABC Cooking Travel*". ABC Cooking Travel. Retrieved 2021-02-08.
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