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Read More »Yatsuhashi: A Unique and Flavorful Souvenir from Kyoto
What is Yatsuhashi? Yatsuhashi is said to have been invented by a Kyoto confectioner in the late 17th century. Its name is derived from the shape of the confection, which resembles a bridge called Yatsuhashi in Kyoto. It was originally made with rice flour and sugar, but nowadays, many variations …
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