Do you know "Tsukisam Anpan" which has been loved since the Meiji era? It is a traditional confectionery sold by the long-established manufacturer "Honma" in Sapporo, Hokkaido, and has been used for first class in-flight meals on JAL domestic flights.



Rather than the general "anpan", it has a unique appearance like moon cake or steamed bun. The flavors include red bean paste, brown sugar bean paste, squash bean paste, black sesame bean paste, and matcha bean paste.

● I tried eating red bean paste

Tsukikan Anpan is a semi-namagashi made from Hokkaido wheat "Kitahonami" and Hokkaido Tokachi azuki beans. The moist and fine thinly baked dough is tight and has a firm texture.




The bean paste inside is moist and fluffy. Elegant sweetness rolls on the tongue. It's small, but it's packed with the deliciousness of wheat and azuki beans, and it's good enough to eat! It tastes like bread and steamed buns.

By the way, when I warmed it lightly with a toaster, the dough became crispy and smooth inside, and I enjoyed a different taste, so please try it.


The editorial department purchased it at the OK store in Kanto (718 yen including tax for 5 pieces), but you can also purchase it at the online shopping site. It is also recommended as a small souvenir.