Interior Content: 24 pieces (3 pieces x 8 packs)

YATSUHASHI is a type of traditional Japanese SENBEI hard-baked cracker. It is made by baking the dough consisting of rice flour, sugar and cinnamon powder that has been rolled out thin and cut into the shape of the KOTO Japanese traditional harp, which is a rectangle convexly curved symmetrically to the longer axis. It has an airy texture and slightly sweet taste.
YATSUHASHI SENBEI is famous as a traditional confection of Kyoto and has been popular for a long time.

There are several views on the origin of the name YATSUHASHI. The most prevalent theory is that YATSUHASHI is derived from the name of Yatsuhashi Kengyo (1614–1685) who is known as most famous ancestor of KOTO Japanese harp player. It is said that YATSUHASHI SENBEI was made after his death to honor this achievement.

There are several views on the origin of the name YATSUHASHI. The most prevalent theory is that YATSUHASHI is derived from the name of Yatsuhashi Kengyo (1614–1685) who is the most famous player of KOTO Japanese harp. It is said that YATSUHASHI SENBEI were made in honor of his contributions to traditional Japanese music.

YATSUHASHI SENBEI have an airy texture and are not overly sweet, but slightly sweet. When you take a bite, the unique cinnamon flavor spreads in your mouth. They have such a simple, wholesome taste, familiar to many people in Japan through the ages. YATSUHASHI pair very well with all kinds of Japanese tea, and can be rather addictive.

We are certain that you will be pleased to have traditional YATSUHASHI SENBEI with our Japanese tea.

Gluten-free, no chemical additives, artificial colors or preservatives.