I visited thinking of sending Itabashi Karinto as a return gift. It's good that the typhoon has passed and the Saturday market was able to be held safely. This month's karinto is mitarashi flavor. If you offer the gift at the register, you can fill out a delivery slip after payment at a separate location and pay for the shipping separately. If it's in a box, they will give you a free paper bag. I like that the paper bag is also labeled "Itabashi Karinto," which is a good way to promote the local area. I often bring it as a souvenir when I go to other places. When you buy it in a box, they give you a bag of karinto as a gift. The flavor varies depending on the time. If you inform them that you parked at the nearby coin parking, they will give you a 100 yen parking service ticket. I bought some for myself, some to give to friends. I always end up buying flavors like peanuts, shichimi age, black sugar, and mitarashi. During the Saturday market, various shops from Itabashi set up tents as well. Although they weren't there this time, whenever the chashu rice bowl shop is there, I always buy it for lunch. It's fun, so please try going at least once.

In January, I visited "MUJI Itabashi Minamicho 22 Store" in the Itabashi area of Tokyo for a walk. This store aims to connect people and industries in the Itabashi area, like a community center, and I was very interested to check it out. On the 1st floor, there were maps of the area and boards introducing local specialties. They also had a section called "Itabashi's special products" available for purchase in the store. I bought my favorite snack, karinto, made by Nakano Seika at MUJI Itabashi Minamicho 22 Store. The product I bought was the regular karinto for 150 yen. It was a simple karinto with a light texture and a rich, sweet flavor. It was delicious! I couldn't help but finish it all in one go. Overall, I look forward to trying more of Itabashi's special products in the future, starting with Nakano Seika's "Salt Karinto". Thank you for the meal!

Nakano Seika offers factory direct sales of kawara rings every Wednesday and Saturday. They used to serve freshly fried ones before, but recently stopped due to COVID-19 measures, which is a bit disappointing. All the kawara rings are very delicious, especially the ones with minor imperfections (such as cracks or irregular shapes) which are a great deal and very cheap even when purchased in large quantities. Personally, I prefer the peanut kawara rings.

Founded in 1951, this confectionery factory initially focused on OEM production of karinto, but in 1993 they started selling their products directly to the public. Their karinto has gained recognition for its deliciousness and has been selected as one of the "Five-Star Local Souvenirs" by Asako Kishi, a prominent figure in Itabashi. Every week on Wednesdays and Saturdays, they hold a factory direct sale where discounted items, such as their black sugar karinto for only 108 yen per bag, are quickly sold out. The karinto is known for its distinct black sugar flavor, crispy texture, and short shelf life of 30 days to ensure the best taste. It is a nostalgic treat for many, including those who have fond memories of enjoying it since childhood. Itabashi's pride and joy, this confectionery is cherished by both locals and celebrities alike.

I purchased some snacks at the lotus root morning market. I bought the No.1 popular black sugar, which was selected by Itabashi's Ippin. I sent the black sugar and limited edition salt to my family. The karinto snacks are large, sweet, and delicious. They are reasonably priced at 110 yen per bag, which is great.

The thick and nostalgic sweetness of the karinto is amazing ^-^ It has a one-month shelf life, showing their commitment to deliciousness. It's crunchy and hard at first, but as it slowly melts in your mouth and you chew, the deliciousness spreads. My grandmother used to often serve it as a snack, and I didn't really like it when I was little, but now I understand its deliciousness! Freshly made, cheap, delicious karinto that brings happiness (*´ー｀*)

Sometimes, don't you feel like eating Karinto (Japanese fried dough snack) once in a while? If you're going to eat it, it's better to have a delicious one, so I ended up coming to buy it first thing in the morning. The recommended one is the limited-time only Mitarashi Dango flavor Karinto. My daughter will be delighted.

Today, I went to a factory outlet to buy a unique Valentine's Day gift for someone I follow online. I couldn't try the freshly made samples around 11:30, but I managed to make a purchase. I used the Tabelog map to find my way to the factory outlet. They were also selling convenient lunch items like bento bread, yakisoba, and sata andagi at a tent. I had already eaten a lot at another place, so I was fine, but there was a booth selling karinto deep inside the premises. I don't usually eat sweets, but I can't resist sweet potato snacks like karinto or arare when I'm drinking (^◇^;) They also had healthy options like okara karinto, shichimi, and soy sauce age, which go well as snacks, so I bought them for myself. I bought a pack of 5 regular karinto and a pack of 5 assorted karinto as a gift, and I also bought white karinto with peanuts, shichimi, okara for myself and my family to try.

I bought a black sugar karinto from a store in the shopping street. It had a rich black sugar flavor with a thick and crunchy texture. The package mentioned, "I set the expiration date to one month because I want you to enjoy it deliciously." It felt fresh as described. The store offered a variety of options at a low price, which attracted many housewives who filled their baskets with multiple items.

I went to the factory direct sales store on Saturday where they make the karinto that was selected as a local specialty in Itabashi. As soon as I entered the factory, I could see the sales area. My favorite is the brown sugar karinto. The brown sugar flavor is very strong and delicious. The texture is not as hard as I expected. The price is 100 yen per bag (excluding tax). In addition to brown sugar karinto, they also sell about 7 other flavors. I think 100 yen for this taste is really good value for money.

This is the best karinto in Tokyo. Once you try it, you won't be able to eat any other kind.

In Ikebukuro, there are famous sweets like "Oomagemono" and "Ikebukuro Monaka" from Saniwado, "Fukurou Monaka" from Marusa Tokyoen, "Almond Tuile" from Takase Western Confectionery, "Owl Sablé" from Beniya, and "Kunai-machi Goyoutatsu Monaka" from Kameya. However, in the vicinity of Ikebukuro West Exit, there is a shop known for its delicious "karinto" in Nakamaru-cho, Itabashi. The shop offers "Kurozato Karintou" (¥1,080 for 10 bags) for gifts in a boxed set. They also have "Okara and Soy Milk Karintou" (¥108 per bag). Whether you choose one or the other, they are generally delicious and well-received as gifts. The shop is located within a 10-minute bike ride from my home in Ikebukuro. This review is a special version, so please keep that in mind. (By Kyonatsu Shuusora, 03/03/2021)

I visited Nakamaru-cho Daikatsuken, but it was closed for a break, so I decided to buy some snacks like karinto. I arrived in the area around 4:30 PM. I recently started using Instagram, so I entered the store at 4:32 PM. It wasn't as crowded as I thought. I enjoyed the free samples while choosing my snacks. They were all delicious, and the best part was that each bag was only 108 yen. I picked two bags with sesame seeds and one bag of each of the other six flavors for a total of 648 yen. I found out that the store is only open on Wednesdays and Saturdays until 5 PM, so there were not many products left at that time. They recommended coming in the morning for freshly made karinto and discounted items. I put my purchases in my backpack and headed home. I tried the snacks late at night, and they were all very delicious. My favorite was the "Goman-to" with sesame flavor. Next time, I will make sure to visit in the morning. "As long as it tastes good, that's all that matters." Thank you for the meal.

In early February 2015, I received some karinto sugar from a senior at work. Based on other reviews, it seems there are several types available. The black sugar karinto (thick) has won three awards and has a shelf life of one month, with a focus on freshness. The size is thicker than regular ones, but it maintains the unique texture of karinto sugar and has plenty of sweetness from black sugar. However, if you eat too many, it can be a bit too sweet. It contains 80g and provides 401kcal of energy, making it quite a high-calorie snack.

Located just off National Route 254 (Kawagoe Street), there is a confectionery factory that sells its products on-site every Wednesday and Saturday. If you visit around noon on Saturdays, you'll find a bustling crowd of local families. All products are priced at 108 yen each (tax included) and there are samples available, so you can try before you buy. On my last visit on May 31, I purchased black and white Karinto sugar candies from Kyusuke, as well as seaweed rice crackers and Shichimi spice rice crackers. On May 10, I bought black sugar Karinto sugar candies, which are irresistible once you start eating them, along with crispy white sugar Karinto sugar candies and peanut Karinto sugar candies with a moderate sweetness and plenty of crunchy peanuts. The Shichimi spice rice crackers are seasoned with soy sauce and Shichimi pepper, perfect for snacking with beer. The Karinto sugar candies made from tofu and soy milk have a simple and natural taste with a mild sweetness.

Hello (＊∀＊) I found a treasure!! I am the leader of the direct sales detective team, where cheap and tasteless is the norm (laughs). Today, I visited a factory direct sales location for Japanese sweets in Nakano Seika, located in Nakamaru-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo. Nakano Seika mainly manufactures and sells karinto (fried dough snacks) and fried senbei (rice crackers). Every Wednesday and Saturday, they sell karinto and other products on the factory premises. I purchased various karinto and fried senbei for 108 yen each (tax included). The karinto are characterized by a refined sweetness and unique texture. The fried senbei are also delicately flavored with a sweet and savory taste. Both are delicious and highly recommended.

In March 2014, revisited today on a weekday off, even though I'm on a diet, I came here to shop (laughs). The karinto here has been selected as "Ippin in Itabashi" and is sold within 1-2 days of production. Despite being karinto, the expiration date is about a month, showing their attention to detail. Once again, I tried all the samples before purchasing five varieties. I used them as snacks for drinking at home, and the Goman Sugar (100 yen) with a good sesame scent goes well with whiskey. If you buy a lot, you might end up eating it all at once, but these karinto seem to be healthy? So I'll definitely come back to buy more. In March 2012, first visit Recently, my weight has been increasing due to overeating, so while walking around the neighborhood to exercise, I found a sign - -! Even though I passed by once because I'm on a diet, I came back (laughs). There is a factory here, and they only sell directly on Wednesdays and Saturdays on the premises. There are samples available at each karinto section, so I started with the samples first. Delicious - - - the karinto is crispy, not greasy, and just the right amount of sweetness. So after trying various samples, I purchased two white karinto, one black karinto, one peanut karinto, and one seaweed arare (each 100 yen). I also asked for permission to take photos and took some. Now that I'm back home, let's start with the white karinto - - - it's delicious as expected. Once you open the bag, you have to eat it until it's gone. And when I opened the peanut karinto, I noticed something at that time - - the manufacturing date was the day before, and the expiration date is one month. This is amazing - - I've never seen karinto like this before. This karinto, selected by Itabashi's Ippin (http://www.bridge-board.com/ippin/index.html), is highly recommended if you're in the area. Today, April 4th, seems to be a special sale day, so if you're nearby, please check it out. Enjoy♪♪♪

I came across Nakano Seika's karinto (a type of Japanese snack) in a blog by a certain celebrity. Curious, I looked it up and found out that their factory is located within walking distance from my house. They sell their products in front of the factory on Wednesdays and Saturdays. I went there on a Saturday evening and found a few varieties of karinto available. I tried some samples of uncut karinto, and my personal favorite was the white one. The karinto with peanuts on top was also delicious and easy to eat. I bought 5 bags - 4 for giving away and 1 for myself, all for only 500 yen without tax. It was great to be able to buy freshly made karinto that was only 1-2 days old. I heard they also sell other snacks from different shops once a month, so I'm looking forward to visiting on that day. The location is a bit hard to find as it's not on a main street, but if you're nearby, I recommend checking it out!

I received a souvenir gift (^_^) Inside the box, there is a bunch of...!! Yay *\(^o^)/* It's an assortment of delicious karinto snacks. In Itabashi, it's quite famous and you often have to wait in line to buy them. I took a bite and it's crispy and easy to eat. I always thought karinto snacks were very sweet and sticky, but these are not too sweet, so even those who don't like overly sweet snacks can enjoy them. The best before date is one month, so it's fresh and tasty.

I received Nakano Seika's "Okara and Soy Milk Karinto" and it's delicious! A friend said, "It's so good!" The package is sleek and beautiful with hiragana and kanji writing for "Okara and Soy Milk Karinto." Even though it's called karinto, it looks like flat, black sesame seed-studded small rice crackers! The texture is crispy and crunchy, but despite being made with okara and soy milk, the aroma is more like karinto (the exact composition is not specified). There was no distinct umami flavor from soybeans. The package only mentions Tokyo, Itabashi, and Nakano Seika, with a short shelf life of one month. They are only sold at the factory on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The origin of karinto is debated, but I personally prefer the traditional ones with plenty of black syrup made from black sugar, like those I enjoyed as a child. I like the contrast of crispy outside and slightly soft inside, with the rich aroma of black sugar. Okara and Soy Milk Karinto is a simple, not too sweet snack that seems good for the body. It's the kind of snack you can enjoy without getting tired of it. The history of karinto continues to evolve and be loved by the Japanese, with unique twists and innovations. For example, in Azabu-Juban, there is a modern karinto shop called "Karinman" that sells a combination of karinto and manju. The history of karinto is always evolving and will continue to be loved by the Japanese. By the way, I visited Asakusa during the New Year and tried "Tororinto" at Mugitoro, which is a karinto with grated yam mixed into the dough. It won a silver award at a European confectionery competition and was served as a dessert in a meal course. The Tororinto in Asakusa was a large, soft type of karinto with black syrup.