− Kuridama −

While the heat of summer is still lingering, Sawadaya's "Kuritama" sweets, which bring a feeling of autumn, are finally here. Many fans have been eagerly awaiting this season, and the sweets will be available for a limited time and in limited quantities from September 2025, 9.

When discussing what kind of chestnut balls to make each year, they decided to use only smooth paste to enhance the elegant flavor. In the end, they decided to use chestnut paste and chestnuts with their skins in the filling, just like last year, because they find the chunky texture more enjoyable.

The chestnut paste is the only one of the Tamagashi sweets that does not use white bean paste. It is a luxurious paste made from 100% domestically grown Japanese chestnuts. It is made from smooth chestnut paste and chestnuts with their skins, which retain their uneven, chunky texture. The chestnuts are not chopped, but are added whole, and as they are kneaded with the paste, they naturally crumble.

Therefore, each one is different in shape and the amount of chestnuts inside, which is another fun thing about these chestnut balls.

The premium bean paste is wrapped in premium roasted green tea yokan, selected by a tea master from Kyoto's long-established tea shop, Hokodo. The aroma and gentle sweetness of roasted green tea are perfect for the deepening autumn season.

The flavoring is La Fruiteste, a brandy distilled in-house from wine made from Koshu grapes at Kiyama Winery in Enzan City and aged in barrels for over 20 years. If it's too strong, it will mask the flavor of the chestnuts, but if it's not fragrant, it's boring... The right amount of brandy supports the deep flavor of the chestnut balls.

"The light aroma that is characteristic of Koshu and the fragrant notes from the barrels blend in with the chestnuts and roasted green tea, adding a rich aftertaste," said public relations officer Reina Kurosawa.

Add chestnut balls to share a heartwarming moment with your loved one as autumn deepens...

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