5 Koshō-machi, Nakamura, Shimanto, Kochi Prefecture
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¥1,000
Ujō Matsukaze-dō is a traditional Japanese confectionery shop located in Nakamura, Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture, near the Shin Royal Hotel Shimanto. It's famous for its "Ikata Yokan," a log-shaped sweet bean jelly inspired by the rafts that once transported lumber down the Shimanto River. In addition to the signature Ikata Yokan, the shop offers a variety of other Japanese sweets, including seasonal treats like tiger-shaped monaka. The sweets feature a refined sweetness and are often used for celebrations. It's a great place to experience a taste of local history and culture.