FOOD

Wagashi Sweets from Samurai Town
Kanazawa city, Ishikawa Pref.
FOOD
2015
30 minutes Episode(s): 1
english
Japanese


[Food of Japan Season 1]
The historical samurai town of Kanazawa is famous for wagashi (Japanese traditional sweets). The city is said to have the largest consumption of fresh wagashi. The different wagashi are traditionally made according to the four distinct seasons, adding elegance to people's daily lives. This documentary takes you on a journey to the world of sophisticated sweets, and important food culture from this samurai town.
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Part of the "Food of Japan Series"!
The historical samurai town of Kanazawa is famous for wagashi (Japanese traditional sweets). The city is said to have the largest consumption of fresh wagashi. The different wagashi are traditionally made according to the four distinct seasons, adding elegance to people's daily lives. This documentary takes you on a journey to the world of sophisticated sweets, and important food culture from this samurai town.
Click here to preview this episode!
Part of the "Food of Japan Series"!
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