Kyoto has various famous confectioneries including Yatsuhashi. One of them is the long-selling product "Senju Senbei" from the Kyoto confectionery "Kogetsu". Wouldn't it be exciting to have this as a souvenir?
Senju Senbei was born in 1963 (Showa 38). He ordered a German machine in search of deliciousness suitable for a new era, and it seems that it was created with materials and manufacturing methods that were not found in Japanese sweets until then.
Although it is called a rice cracker, it is a "waffle confectionery" with a unique waffle shape. The dough made from Senju Senbei flour, which is uniquely formulated, has a crispy and light texture that is just like a hard-baked waffle. Smooth sugar cream is sandwiched between them, and the mellow sweetness and the aroma of the dough spread together. Each one has a satisfying taste, but it's so delicious that you can stretch your hands with another one.
Expressing the scene where the shadow of the flying crane is reflected in the waves
The package is a collaboration with Kyoto's traditional craft "Nishijin-ori" to commemorate the 55th anniversary of Senju Senbei. It is designed by Nishijin-ori designer Kazunori Shimamura, and has two patterns, "floral pattern" and "running water pattern". 8 pieces from 1,080 yen (tax included).
The "floral pattern" I bought this time is a combination of the wavy lines of Tatewakumon and the floral pattern, and is brilliantly colored with gold. It seems that there are cranes in the flowers. Can you find them?
The gorgeous collaboration package will be on sale until March 2020. Enjoy the gorgeous co-starring of Nishijin-ori with the delicious "Senju Senbei" loved by men and women of all ages!