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Daifukudo "Ikinari Dango

Happiness for 100 yen. Kumamoto local sweets made by a long-established shop.

This Japanese and Western-style confectionery store is located in an alleyway off the Namikizaka slope that extends north from the end of the Kamidori arcade. This long-established shop has been in business since before World War II, and its showcase is filled with simple and gently sweet Japanese and Western confections made by hand.
The most popular item is "ikinari dango," a local Kumamoto Prefecture confectionery. Daifukudo's signature ikinari dango is a large, heavy dumpling in one's hand. The dumpling has a soft and chewy skin, and is filled with smooth sweet bean paste and moist sweet potatoes. And at 100 yen for such a large portion, the price remains the same. It is best to visit in the morning, as the dumplings are often sold out by midday.
By the way, "ikinari dango" means that the dumpling can be made and served to customers even if they come suddenly (there are various theories). The simple ingredients are filled with a warm, gentle sweetness and the hospitality of the people of Kumamoto.

Product name and price: Ikinari Dango (dumpling): 100 yen per piece.
Best-before date】Only available on the same day.

Daifukudo

• 1-36 Kamibayashi-cho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 8 min. walk from "Tsurimachi-suji" streetcar stop.
• 9:30-18:30
• Sunday
• 096-359-0781
• None

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Ganso Mori Karashi Renge Honten "Karashi Renge" (Mustard Lotus Root)

A 400-year-old Kumamoto specialty with a fresh and spicy flavor that is addictive!

The Kumamoto specialty, mustard lotus root, is said to have originated about 400 years ago when Heigoro Mori, the founder of "Mori mustard lotus root," presented it as a nourishing food to Lord Tadatoshi Hosokawa of the Kumamoto domain, who had a weak constitution.
Even now, in the 18th generation, the taste has been handed down to the next generation, and each lotus root is handmade by carefully selecting the finest lotus roots from Kyushu and Yamaguchi. The crispy texture and refreshing spiciness of mustard are the main characteristics of the lotus root. You can enjoy it as it is, of course, or add soy sauce or mayonnaise for a different flavor. In addition, warming it in the microwave for a few seconds increases the spiciness, and is recommended for those who like spicy food. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 13 days, making it a safe souvenir.

Product Name・Price】Karashi lotus root (small): from 700 yen per piece
Shelf life] 13 days in refrigeration.
Shops】Ganso Mori Karashi Renge Honten, Mori Karashi Renge Josaien Sakura-no Koji

Original Morikarashi lotus root Head office

• 2-12-32 Shinmachi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 1 min. walk from "Shinmachi" streetcar stop.
• 8:00-17:00
• Closed on weekends and holidays
• 096-351-0001
• Free of charge

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Fuga Ezu Honten "Fuga Roll

The crunchy, crunchy, and addictive texture of this seaweed snack.

This simple seaweed snack is made by wrapping carefully selected beans and nuts in young dried laver from the Ariake Sea. The rich flavor of the laver spreads in your mouth as soon as you put it in your mouth, and the crispy, crunchy texture is also delicious. A total of nine varieties are available, including soy soy sauce soybean, wasabi soybean salt cashew nut, soy sauce pistachio, and cheese arare. Assorted flavors are also available, making them popular souvenirs for large groups of people, such as for companies.
The flavor is exceptional, thanks to the company's roots in "Tsuho Nori," a seaweed specialty manufacturer established in 1961. It is perfect as a snack for children or as a teacake. The stick-like texture makes it easy to eat, and it is loved by people of all ages.

Product Name & Price】Fuga-maki sachets (10, 8, or 6 sticks *depends on the type): 843 yen and up, Fuuga-maki 12-stick mixed packs: 1,080 yen, etc.
Shelf life: 10~11 months from the date of manufacture.
Shops】Etsu Honten, Tsuruya Department Store, Kumamoto Airport, directly-managed stores (Shiroyama, Mashiki, Musashigaoka, Nagamine), etc.

Fuga Ezu Honten

• 4-1-1 Ezu, Higashi-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 10 minutes drive from JR Minami-Kumamoto Station
• 9:30-18:30
• Year-end and New Year's holidays
• 096-379-4211
• Free of charge

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SWISS Kamidori "Liqueur Marron

Cakes wrapped in green silver paper, which Kumamoto citizens miss dearly.

Opened in 1962 as Kumamoto City's first confectionery store, it is now a long-established business with eight stores in the suburbs of Kumamoto City. The store's long-selling and most popular product is the "liqueur marron. The sponge soaked with liqueur is filled with butter cream mixed with Kumamoto Prefecture's astringent chestnuts. The moment you take a bite, the mellow aroma of the liqueur wafts into your nose, and then you are enveloped by the richness of the thick Japanese chestnut cream. The manufacturing method has not been changed at all since its establishment, and for Kumamoto citizens, this cake is nostalgic, including the package wrapped in green silver paper. How about buying one of these locally loved cakes as a souvenir for your loved ones?

Product name and price: Liqueur Marron, 399 yen per piece *Price is subject to change.
Shelf life: 4 days in refrigeration
SWISS Kamidori store, SWISS Shimodori store, etc.

SWISS Kamidori Branch

• 1-15 Kamidori-machi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 2 min. walk from "Tsurimachi-suji" streetcar station.
• 10:00 - 20:00, Friday and Saturday - 21:00
  Cafe 11:30-18:30 (L.O.18:00), Saturday, Sunday and national holidays from 11:00
• Year-end and New Year's holidays
• 096-355-7141
• None

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Kumamoto Winery "Kikuka Chardonnay Barrel-aged".

Wine from Kumamoto, which is attracting attention not only in Japan but also from all over the world.

Established in 1999 as the first winery in Kumamoto Prefecture. Kikuka Wine, made from grapes grown under contract in Yamaga City, Kumamoto Prefecture, has won prestigious awards at numerous competitions. It is now the focus of attention from around the world.
Kikuka Chardonnay Barrel Aged" is a bottle of wine that was fermented at low temperature and then barrel-aged in French oak for about one year. It has an elegant taste with rich fruitiness and a gorgeous aroma from the oak. It is dry and goes well with horse meat dishes, complementing each other's flavors. We recommend drinking it in a large glass at a slightly higher temperature, but not too cold. If you like wine, this is a must-have souvenir.

Kikuka Chardonnay Barrel Aged (750ml, white, dry) 4,972 yen
Expiration date] No expiration date.
Dealers】 Kumamoto Winery, Kikuka Winery

Kumamoto Winery

• 168-17 Mitsuzuka, Izumi-cho, Kita-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 20 minutes walk from JR Nishisato Station
• Take a bus from Kumamoto Sakura-machi bus terminal, get off at "Aragami Iriguchi/Food Pal Kumamoto-mae" and walk about 6 minutes.
• 10:00-17:00
• Wednesdays, Year-end and New Year holidays
• 096-275-2277
• Free of charge

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Fukudaya Kumamoto Japanese Chestnut An "Chestnut Senri

A new type of baked Mont Blanc made with Japanese chestnuts produced in Kumamoto Prefecture.

Kumamoto is a major chestnut producing region, boasting the largest production of chestnuts in western Japan. Chestnut Chisato from the chestnut confectionery specialty store "Fukudaya Kumamoto Wagurian" is a baked Mont Blanc with a moist texture using only high quality chestnuts produced in Kumamoto Prefecture. One bite and the gentle flavor of the savory chestnut paste will fill your mouth. It is a new type of confectionery that is both Japanese and Western, and goes well with both coffee and green tea. The product is individually packaged, making it a perfect souvenir to take to friends or the office.

Product name and price: Kumamoto Japanese Chestnut Confectionery Chestnut Chisato (5 pieces) 729 yen, (8 pieces) 1,166 yen
Shelf life: 35 days from the date of manufacture.
Dealers】Tsuruya Department Store, JR Kumamoto Station, Higo Yokamon Market, Kumamoto Airport, etc.

Fukudaya Kumamoto Wagurian Tsuruya

• 6-1 Tetori-Honcho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture Tsuruya Department Store, B1F, Honkan, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 1 minute walk from Tori-machi-suji streetcar stop.
• 10:00-19:00, Friday and Saturday-19:30
• Unscheduled (closed 1 or 2 days a month), year-end and New Year's holidays
• 096-356-2111 (main phone number)
• Charged
• Closed: Tsuruya Department Store https://www.tsuruya-dept.co.jp/HP Please check in advance at

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Kumamon Square "Kumamon goods

Limited-edition live-action Kumamon goods available only in Kumamon's mecca

Kumamon is the PR character of Kumamoto Prefecture and the Kumamoto Prefecture Sales Manager and Happiness Manager. Kumamon Square" is the base of Kumamon's activities and is called a sacred place for Kumamon fans.
It is also a treasure house of limited-edition Kumamon goods, and all of the live-action (using Kumamon's photo) goods are limited items that can only be obtained here. Because they are live-action, the realistic cuteness of Kumamon is expressed as it is, and the designs are irresistible to fans. Moreover, in addition to a wide variety of variations, new items are also available from time to time for each season, such as Christmas and Halloween, on an irregular basis. Many of the items have designs that are uniquely Kumamoto, so even if you are not a Kumamon fan, you will want to pick one up as a memento of your trip.

Kumamon Square

• Tetoria Kumamoto Bldg. 1F, 8-2 Tetorihonmachi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 2 min. walk from "Suido-cho" streetcar stop.
• 10:00-19:00 *Subject to change
• Year-end and New Year's holidays
• Free of charge
• 096-327-9066
• None

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OMO5 Kumamoto by Hoshino Resorts "ICHIITI" rush grass accessories

Upcycling Kumamoto's rush grass scraps with the power of design

Delicate accessories that look like woven beads. The material used is rush grass, a specialty of Kumamoto. The brand "ititiiti" makes use of the rush grass scraps produced when making tatami mats, etc. OMO5 Kumamoto sympathizes with the concept and sells them at the store in the OMO Base (Travelers' Fun Lounge) on the third floor.
After the rush grass is chopped into small pieces, the spongy cross sections are threaded one by one with a needle and arranged into various shapes to make earrings and pierced earrings. They are light, comfortable to wear, and have just the right amount of presence, making them a good accent for an outfit.

OMO5 Kumamoto by Hoshino Resorts "ititi

• 5-1 Tetori-Honcho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 1 minute walk from "Tsurimachi-suji" streetcar stop.
• 7:00~22:30
• Closed on the same days as the hotel
• No parking (affiliated parking available)
• https://www.itiitiitiiti.com/

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Hadabiwa "Skin horse oil Sakura".

Horse oil cream that moisturizes the skin and has a soothing cherry blossom aroma

A skincare brand that uses an integrated system from raw materials to commercialization of horse oil, it is well known for its high quality. Among their many products, "Hada Horse Oil Sakura" is popular for being easy to use even for first-timers. The moisturizing horse oil and beeswax cream has a subtle cherry blossom scent. When applied to the skin, it melts smoothly at body temperature and blends well with the skin. There are two types with different sensations: moist and refreshing. The moist type can be used on the entire body, but when the skin is extremely dry, a very small amount can be applied thinly to the skin after cleansing and toning to keep it moist. The refreshing type is light and comfortable to use, and is also recommended as a hand cream.

Product Name・Price】Hibayu Sakura (moist type, light type) 25g each, 1,100 yen
Shunsaikan at Sakura no Baba Josaien, JR Kumamoto Station, Higo Yokamon Market, etc.

Hada Miwa Co.

• 4193 Takagi, Mifune-cho, Kamimashiki-gun, Kumamoto MAP
• 096-282-2357