Chuwado Confectionery
Founded in 1931, this shop offers a variety of confectionery unique to the town of Sayo, such as the "Morning Mist Rice Cake", "Sweetfish Monaka", "Deer Sponge Cake", and "Sayo Hime Yokan", which are named after the scenic morning mist in Sayo and evening mist in Tanba that has been renowned since ancient times. Visitors can try their hand at making traditional Japanese sweets (¥1,000 per person, reservation required) with the help of an artisan.
DetailDetailed information
- Address
- 3141 Sayo,Sayo Town
- Telephone Number
- 0790-82-2300
- Business Holidays
- Tuesday
- Related web sites
- http://34cho.com/omiyage/chuwadou-seika/
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