Higashi, or how to eat Wasanbon Sugar

As this sugar is difficult to produce and thus quite expensive, it is usually turned into Higashi, Dried Sweets, to be served with Matcha during Sadô Tea Ceremonies. After sieving the sugar, a little liquid, often with some dye is added, all is mixed, the amount of liquid is really minuscule. After a second sieving… Continue reading Higashi, or how to eat Wasanbon Sugar