81 Shiozawa, Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture
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¥1,000
Okashi no Aoki is a confectionery shop located at the entrance of the historic Bokushi Street in Shiozawa, Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture. Housed in a sizable building with eye-catching signs, it's hard to miss. The shop is known for its Hakka-to (mint drops), a traditional candy made with mint, which was once considered a panacea in the Edo period. Stop by to sample this local specialty and other sweets as you explore the charming streets of Shiozawa.