Facts About Sakuramochi
Sakuramochi is a delightful traditional Japanese confection that many eagerly anticipate, especially in the spring. This sweet treat consists of a pink rice cake filled with red bean paste and wrapped in a pickled cherry blossom leaf.
The style of Sakuramochi can vary depending on the region in Japan. In the Kanto region, the rice cake is made using shiratama-ko (glutinous rice flour), while in the Kansai region, dōmyōji-ko (coarse glutinous rice flour) is used.
Sakuramochi is particularly popular during springtime celebrations such as Girl's Day and cherry blossom viewing parties. As for the cherry blossom leaf, whether you choose to eat it or not is entirely up to you!