Souvenirs

Every region you visit in Japan will have something unique about it. Often, these qualities are reflected in the souvenirs. To remember your time in Kumamoto, there are a few souvenirs in particular to pick up. 1. Ikinari Dango A treat you’ll only find in Kumamoto is ikinari dango. These are steamed buns made from sweet potato from Kyushu and filled with various types of bean paste. Chill them before eating to ensure you enjoy them to the fullest. 2. Homare no Jindaiko Another snack from Kumamoto that makes a perfect souvenir is Homare no Jindaiko. This is a gyuhi (a type of rice cake) covered in a red bean and honey paste. Each Homare no Jindaiko comes individually wrapped in a box containing several. There are even boxes featuring the prefecture’s mascot, Kumamon. 3. Sake A classic souvenir from anywhere in Japan is sake. There are several breweries in Kumamoto producing local sake, each with a distinct flavor. However, if you want an alternative to a bottle of sake, look out for sake castella. This is a cake based on brandy cake. The creator of sake castella developed it specifically to boost tourism in the area. 4. Kumamon Cider…