Ichigo daifuku
Daifuku , a confection of sweet an bean paste wrapped in mochi glutinous rice, has been on the scene for about 250 years. But the ichigo daifuku, which contains a whole strawberry(ichigo), is a relative newcomer to the world of Japanese sweets, having been created about 30 years ago. The delicious contrast of sweet and sour has won favor for this confection, which has become a popular choice among wagashi lovers during the strawberry season. A recent variation adds whipped cream between the mochi and an . Confectioners have also come up with variations that substitute other fruits, such as grapes and melon, for the strawberry.
The makers of wagashi strive to preserve traditional tastes, but they are also constantly coming up with original creations. We hope you will enjoy these Japanese treats.