Maple Sugar Karinto for 486 yen [Energy 283kcal Carbohydrates 44.1g]. Karinto is a type of traditional Japanese snack made by mixing flour with water and honey, shaping it into a firm texture, frying it in oil, and coating it with sugar. This karinto, without the "u" in its name, is completely different from the traditional one. Its texture is crispy, and the use of maple sugar instead of honey gives it a unique flavor. Definitely worth trying in Azabu.

Located in the Depachika of Tenjin Daimaru, the main store is in Azabu Juban, Tokyo. I came across this shop while looking for New Year's snacks to bring, and it caught my eye so I decided to stop by for the first time. They offer a wide variety of karinto, from the common ones like soba, black sugar, and black sesame to unique flavors like vegetable, chili pepper, and green onion miso, as well as those coated in chocolate. The shapes vary as well, from thin and long to thick or round, each tailored to suit the flavor. This time, I purchased the "Iroha" (540 yen) to bring as a gift. It comes in a cute box with individually wrapped triangular pieces of various flavored karinto. I also bought the "Kinpira Gobo Karinto" (340 yen) for myself. The flavor of the burdock root spreads nicely and it is delicious. I have tried kinpira gobo karinto from other shops before, but this one was more refined. It can be enjoyed as a snack, pairs well with tea, and is highly recommended. This shop is only available at Tenjin Daimaru in Kyushu, so if you happen to visit Daimaru, I recommend checking it out.

Popular karinto with a strong apple pie aftertaste, ending with a delicious cinnamon flavor. It was really delicious! ✨

I used to often receive gifts from Azabu Karinto-san and Azabu-Juban Agemochiya, and a new shop has opened here with them. They have cute square traditional packaging with prices ranging from around 300 yen to 500 yen per bag, making them affordable. With nearly 50 varieties available, they are convenient for gifts or personal use with various combinations. This time, I purposely chose the more cost-effective Warikarinto (around 500 yen, if I remember correctly) to purchase. It contains more than double the amount, so it's perfect for home use. Great as a snack with tea, there are various flavors of karinto to enjoy. It's fun to try and guess what each one is. Thank you for the delicious treat!