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[2022] Recommended as a souvenir! 7 Cute Monaka in Kyoto

Monaka is a simple and tasty snack with anko (red bean paste) sandwiched inside the skin. In addition to the traditional shape, unique products such as cute shapes and original bean paste have been appearing one after another.
We have selected six Kyoto monaka that are now attracting renewed attention! Compare and contrast the different types of monaka that are full of individuality.

1. Three ingredients show their individuality [Kagijin confectionery] Norinko / Gion, Tokyo<br>

It was established in 1921 as a branch of Gion's Kagizen Ryobo. URINKO" is a cute monaka in the shape of Uribo, a child of a wild boar, and was created because the Zenjuian, the pagoda of Kenninji Temple, famous for its guardian boars, is located nearby. It is filled with bean paste for monaka with agar added and other ingredients, making it a satisfying one-size-fits-all snack.

Confectionery Chef Kagijin no Urinko
Monaca Cross Section of Kagijin

URINKO: 216 yen per piece. With candied chestnuts, homemade black soybeans, and dried figs. Carefully packed by hand upon order, so you can enjoy the crispy skin.

Gokashiji Kamijin

  • Often comes in handy when one is complaining about something
  • 140 Komatsu-cho, Shijo-sagaru, Yamato-oji-dori, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
  • 3-minute walk from Keihan Gion-Shijo Station
  • Tel. 075-561-4180

2. The savory aroma of nuts fills your mouth with the seeds of Taneka Shoten / Karasuma Oike<br>

Original "monaka" store by a store specializing in monaka seeds, which has been wholesaling monaka seeds to famous Japanese confectionery stores for over 70 years. Here you can enjoy three types of original monaka seeds (almond, walnut, and peanut) with three types of nuts kneaded into the dough. The seed seeds are filled with red bean paste and nut paste, allowing you to enjoy the marriage of nuts and red bean paste.

Seeds from Tanega Shoten
Monaka Cross Section of Taneka Shoten

Seeds and nuts (peanuts, tonsils, walnuts) 250 yen each. Peanut with peanut butter and tonsil with almond butter. Walnuts with caramelized walnuts.

Tanega Shoten

  • Taneka Shoten
  • Kyoto prefecture Kyoto city
  • 2 minutes walk from Subway Karasuma Oike Station
  • Tel.075-201-3016

3. Captivated by the cute appearance! [Teddy Bear Sakana by Itotatsu / Omuro<br>

Itodatsu is a Japanese confectionery store loved by a wide range of wagashi fans, from girls on their way home from kindergarten to elderly men. [Mr. Ito, who was trained at Sasaya Iori and other confectionery shops, offers wagashi with traditional flavors and exciting shapes. The popular teddy bear monaka, inspired by icing cookies, is a sweet looking and tasting item filled with red bean paste.

Omuro Japanese Sweets Itotachi no Monaka
Monaca Cross Section of Itotachi

Itotatsu no monaka: 350 yen per piece. Inside is filled with brown sugar sweet bean paste with Ikkyuji natto.

Omuro Japanese Sweets Itatatsu

  • Itotatsu
  • 5-17, Ryoanji-Tonoshita-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
  • 5 min. walk from Myoshinji Sta. on the Randen Line
  • Tel. 075-203-6243

4. [Fancy monaka of various colors at Tsuruya Yoshinobu IRODORI Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit/Kyoto Station<br>

Tsuruya Yoshinobu is a Japanese confectionery store established in 1803. From this long-established store with a long history comes "IROMONAKA," a cute monaka with the appearance of Western-style confectionery. Inspired by macaroons, these bite-sized monaka are made by coloring monaka seeds with natural ingredients and filling them with red bean paste made from rare Umaji Dainagon azuki beans. In addition to the three standard types, seasonal an (red bean paste) such as rose and yuzu are also available, as well as a set for handmade.

IROMONAKA by Yoshinobu Tsuruya IRODORI
Monaka Cross Section of Tsuruya Yoshinobu

IROMONAKA individually wrapped from 216 yen per piece. Four types of colorful bite-size monaka are on standby: Ogura, Koshian, Maccha, and seasonal. [IRODORI] Limited edition

Tsuruya Yoshinobu IRODORI Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit

  • Tsuruya Yoshinobu Irodori Kyoto Ekihachijoguchi
  • 8-3 Higashishiokojicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
    JR Kyoto Station, Hachijo Exit 1F, Asty Road
  • Tel.075-574-7627

5. [Ice cream monaka made with high-grade matcha green tea from Otanien Tea Shop / Tofukuji Temple area<br>

For 95 years since its establishment, this specialty store has sold Uji tea purchased directly from the market at reasonable prices. The trust of long-time regular customers has been supported by the third-generation tea connoisseur, who holds a 5-dan certificate in tea judging techniques. The Uji green tea ice cream monaka is filled with ice cream made from high-grade matcha green tea, which was selected to balance the milky taste, inside a monaka that resembles a tea urn.

Uji Matcha Ice Monaka from Otanien Tea Shop
Monaka Cross Section of Otanien Tea Shop

Uji green tea ice cream monaka: 150 yen per piece; the second-generation owner started selling them about 20 years ago.

Otanien Tea Shop

  • Otani Enchaho
  • Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Higashiyama Ward, Imakumano Wanomori-cho 7
  • 8 minute walk from JR Tofukuji Station
  • Tel.075ー561ー4658
The information is subject to change. Please contact each store or facility directly for the latest information.
All prices include tax.
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