Needless to say, "Hakata Torimon" from Meigetsudo, a famous Fukuoka confectionery. It was also talked about that it was certified as the "best-selling confectionery anko bun brand" in the Guinness World Records.

But some people know the name but haven't actually eaten it ...? I also ate it for the first time as a souvenir the other day, but I would like to report it because it was so impressive.

What kind of sweets?

Manju that incorporates the ingredients of Western Japanese sweets into the tradition of Japanese sweets in Hakata. Shiroan, which is carefully kneaded using high-quality materials, is wrapped in dough. Unlike ordinary steamed buns, "Western ingredients" such as butter and fresh cream are used as raw materials.


"Dorimon", which is also the product name, is said to mean Hakata dialect, which means people who wear shamisen and flute drums at the festival "Hakata Dontaku". It is a name unique to Meigetsudo, which loves Hakata.

What is its taste?

The moment you open it, the scent of milk is fluffy, which is different from the image of manju. When you say it with a little surprise, you will be surprised again by its delicate texture. An exquisite sense of unity between the moist and soft dough and the smooth bean paste. It disappears so that it melts on your tongue.


The deep richness unique to milk that spreads with the sweetness of white bean paste. The mellow flavor is gently finished with the scent of butter. I'm sure you like this taste regardless of age or sex. I'm afraid that if someone doesn't stop me, I'll eat a box in no time. By the way, one calorie is about 115kcal.


Hakata's "masterpiece manju" is a combination of Japanese and Western styles. It was delicious to be certified as a Guinness World Record.