A hot topic on social media! The secret behind Yamanashi Shingen Mochi, the "transparent" sweet from Hokuto, Yamanashi
We would like to introduce you to Mizu Shingen Mochi, a beautiful and transparent new type of Japanese sweet made by Kinseiken, a long-established store in Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture . It is made using natural water from the Minami Alps and is enjoyed with soybean flour and brown sugar syrup. Why not come and try this new type of sweet that melts in 30 minutes?
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It is located in the northwest of Yamanashi Prefecture, on the border with Nagano Prefecture. It is a vast area surrounded by 3,000m-class mountains such as the Yatsugatake Mountains, the Southern Alps, and Mt. Kinpu, and overlooking Mt. Fuji to the south. It is about a two-hour drive from Tokyo, about an hour from Mt. Fuji, and about an hour from Matsumoto, and is easily accessible, so many tourists visit throughout the year. It is also known as a "village of famous water," and three places have been selected as one of Japan's 100 famous water sources. This bounty of water is loved as natural water, and the area boasts one of the largest production volumes of mineral water in Japan. Sake is also produced from the pure water, and you can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and rich food.
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The world of Japanese confectionery is home to some breathtakingly beautiful and enchanting sweets.
It is called " Mizu Shingen Mochi " and is characterized by its transparent, bouncy appearance, just like a drop of water.
Due to its delicate beauty and gentle taste that melts in your mouth, Mizu Shingen Mochi has become a hot topic around the world and an instant viral hit on social media.
Surprisingly, Mizu Shingen Mochi was actually created relatively recently, in 2013.
This is a truly innovative traditional sweet created by Kinseiken , a long-established Japanese confectionery shop in Hokuto City , Yamanashi Prefecture .
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Table of Contents
- What is the special appeal of Mizu Shingen Mochi?
- A dish to enjoy with a uniquely Japanese flavor
- Why is Mizu Shingen Mochi so popular?
- My impressions after trying it
- If you come to Hokuto City , you can't miss the long-established Japanese sweets shop "Daigahara Kinseiken"!
- For those who have never tried real Mizu Shingen Mochi
What is the special appeal of Mizu Shingen Mochi?
The biggest reason why Mizu Shingen Mochi stands out from other Japanese sweets is its main ingredient.
The water used is natural spring water from Mount Komagatake Kaikoma in the Minami Alps .
This is one of Japan's most famous springs, an extremely pure natural water that has been selected as one of the "100 Famous Springs of Japan."
This natural water is characterized by its natural sweetness, Toyotomi of minerals, and high purity.
The Mizu Shingen Mochi made using this is as transparent as a jewel and has a soft, bouncy texture.
Its delicate and beautiful appearance, like a drop of water on a lotus leaf, is the reason why it continues to fascinate so many people.
A dish to enjoy with a uniquely Japanese flavor
Mizu Shingen Mochi is characterized by being topped with fragrant kinako (finely ground roasted soybeans) produced in Hokuto City and the shop's special rich kuromitsu (brown sugar syrup).
The combination of these two ingredients fills your mouth with a gentle sweetness and aroma, creating a melt-in-your-mouth, exquisite flavor.
And what's most surprising is that this Mizu Shingen Mochi dissolves within 30 minutes !
The only ingredients are water, agar, and a little sugar .
Since it contains no preservatives or additives, it should be enjoyed fresh.
It is basically only available during the summer and is known as a Japanese sweet that is eaten raw.
In particular, the original Daigahara Kinseiken sells them only on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from June to September every year, and they attract many visitors as a symbol of summer.
If you missed it this year, don't worry!
Why not start planning now for next summer?
Why is Mizu Shingen Mochi so popular?
- Beautiful and unique look
Its transparent and glossy appearance makes it look like a work of art!
- Gentle sweetness and refined taste
It's not too sweet, so you can enjoy the original flavor of the ingredients.
- Made with natural ingredients, low in calories and healthy
Perfect for those who are concerned about their health.
- Great for photos! Very popular on social media
You'll want to take a photo before eating it.
- Japanese sweets are loved not only in Japan, but also in Thailand and around the world.
I'm sure you'll become a fan too!
My impressions after trying it
When I tasted the Mizu Shingen Mochi, the first thing I felt was a small sense of pride and joy that I was eating it in the original shop that created this sweet for the first time in the world.
It looks so cute, and with its smooth transparency and bouncy texture, you'll find yourself taking photos.
It's so photogenic that everyone will want to point their cameras at it.
The moment I took a bite, an indescribable sensation of coolness and the purity of the water was felt throughout my body, as if clear spring water was spreading inside my mouth.
I would like you to experience this feeling at least once.
Furthermore, when eaten with soybean flour and brown sugar syrup, the gentle sweetness and aroma are perfectly matched for a truly perfect taste.
It's not too sweet, so it's perfect for those who are health-conscious, and is a Japanese sweet that can be recommended to people of all ages.
If you come to Hokuto City , you can't miss the long-established Japanese sweets shop "Daigahara Kinseiken"!
Daigahara Kinseiken, located in Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture , is a long-established Japanese confectionery shop that has been in business for over 123 years .
Currently, the fourth generation has inherited the tradition and continues to preserve the traditional flavor with artisanal skill and heart.
The careful attention to ingredients, pursuit of quality, and unchanging Japanese flavor - the careful craftsmanship of these sweets is what makes them so popular with so many Japanese people.
It is a very popular attraction for tourists visiting Hokuto City , and is a famous Japanese confectionery shop that locals and tourists alike should definitely stop by.
In addition to Mizu Shingen Mochi, Kinseiken has many other appealing Japanese sweets.
All of them are carefully crafted with a focus on traditional flavors.
for example…
- Fluffy raw Shingen mochi made with a special recipe
- Dorayaki is an exquisite combination of moist dough and fragrant red bean paste.
- A Toyotomi variety of manju and many ways to enjoy them
- Kintsuba with a thin skin that brings out the flavor of the red beans
- Colorful seasonal mochi sweets
- Seasonal Japanese sweets made with seasonal ingredients
All of our Japanese sweets are made using carefully selected ingredients, with a focus on taste, freshness, and the "happy bite" that each person receives.
If you visit Hokuto City, be sure to enjoy not only Mizu Shingen Mochi, but also the traditional flavors unique to Kinseiken .
For those who have never tried real Mizu Shingen Mochi
Please try the authentic taste once.
You will surely understand why this transparent, jiggly Japanese confectionery is called a "modern legend."
It's only a two-hour drive from Tokyo.
If you've come all the way to Japan, why not take a little trip to Hokuto City ?
I'm confident you won't regret it!
Daigahara Kinseiken
Business hours: 9:00-17:00
Closed: Every Thursday
Official website: https://kinseiken.co.jp/
It is located in the northwest of Yamanashi Prefecture, on the border with Nagano Prefecture. It is a vast area surrounded by 3,000m-class mountains such as the Yatsugatake Mountains, the Southern Alps, and Mt. Kinpu, and overlooking Mt. Fuji to the south. It is about a two-hour drive from Tokyo, about an hour from Mt. Fuji, and about an hour from Matsumoto, and is easily accessible, so many tourists visit throughout the year. It is also known as a "village of famous water," and three places have been selected as one of Japan's 100 famous water sources. This bounty of water is loved as natural water, and the area boasts one of the largest production volumes of mineral water in Japan. Sake is also produced from the pure water, and you can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and rich food.
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