Yamasan Konpeito Japanese Colorful Sugar Candy, Handmade, Big Bag 500g

Konpeito is confetti star-shaped rock sugar candy. These tiny colorful candies were first introduced to Japan by the Portuguese in the 15th century and were stored in glass bottles as a gift offered to one of the leading warlords. Konpeito are carefully handcrafted with traditional methods and it has simple sweetness and crunchy texture. Now, Konpeito candies are used for celebrations and are given as offerings in shrines. Let's experience Japan's luxurious culture through these colorful candies!

• Commitment to Product Quality-Most Konpeito is made by pouring sugar water over a ready-made core, but we make it by hand from the core. It is a hard work process as the mixture must be stirred constantly or it will soon harden into an irregular shape. It is an important step in creating beautifully shaped Konpeito candies.
• Special Traditional Manufacturing Methods-The Konpeito is turned by pouring sugar water over the finished core and gradually making larger grains. This requires detailed adjustment of the temperature and angle of the kettle, as well as the concentration of the sugar water, so many years of experience and intuition of the professional are crucial.
• Decorate the sweets in a pretty way-Because of its cute design, Konpeito is often used as the decoration and topping on sweets such as decorating cakes, ice cream, cookies, and other favorite sweets. Decorating with Konpeito freely makes baking sweets more enjoyable.
• Easy to Carry Small Amount Anywhere-It is packed in a 500g bag and it is convenient to subdivide into small portions of your favorite amount. Easy to share with friends and family or just relax and enjoy these little kawaii candies anytime anywhere.
• History of Konpeito-Konpeito was one of the exotic goods brought from Portugal in 1546 and it is said to have been one of the most beautiful and eye-catching sweets.The production of Konpeito in Japan began in Nagasaki, spreading to Kyoto and Tokyo. Since then, it has become popular among all Japanese people.