からからせんべい
Kara Kara Senbei
Karakara senbei is a very unique toy-filled confectionery. In the Shonai region of Yamagata Prefecture, many sweets have been made since the Edo period, and one of them is karakara senbei. It is said that the name "karakara senbei" came about because the toys inside made a "karakara" sound when the rice cracker was shaken. Inside are more than 150 kinds of folk art toys and knick-knacks that make you smile.
Spotlight the Maker
Usami Senbei Ten
Usami Senbei Shop, established in 1949 in Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture, is a traditional Japanese confectionery store. The shop specializes in "Karakara Senbei," a traditional confection dating back to the Edo period.These triangular crackers contain traditional Japanese folk toys, offering a delightful surprise when opened.Made with Okinawan brown sugar, they boast a simple and nostalgic flavor.
Producing area
山形県 | Yamagata
Surrounded by mountains on all sides, Yamagata Prefecture in the Tohoku region is celebrated for its fertile land and agricultural produce. Mt. Zao offers a variety of seasonal recreation, from winter skiing amid stunning “snow monsters” to summer trekking. Yamagata is also acclaimed as a “fruit kingdom,” especially for its juicy, sweet cherries.
