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Baikodo: Saien Wasanbon Sugar Candy

Baikodo: Saien Wasanbon Sugar Candy

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Add a touch of Japanese elegance to your tea moments with Saien (彩縁, "Colorful Connections"), a beautifully crafted Wasanbon sugar sweet collection.

Made from premium Wasanbon sugar produced in Shikoku, each delicate piece is carefully molded into colorful designs inspired by the beauty of Japan. With its refined sweetness and melt-in-your-mouth texture, Saien is the perfect accompaniment to matcha and Japanese tea.


A Sweet Expression of Japanese Beauty

Saien (彩縁) combines traditional Japanese confectionery craftsmanship with elegant, colorful designs. Each Wasanbon sweet is carefully pressed into intricate molds, creating small works of edible art that bring beauty and charm to any occasion.

The name "Saien" expresses the idea of meaningful connections created through color and beauty. These delicate sweets are designed to be enjoyed not only for their flavor but also for the visual experience they bring to tea gatherings, celebrations, and moments of relaxation.

Made with rare Wasanbon sugar, these sweets have an exceptionally fine texture and gentle sweetness that dissolves smoothly on the tongue.


What is Wasanbon?

Wasanbon is a traditional Japanese dry sweet made by pressing premium Wasanbon sugar into beautifully crafted molds. It is prized for its exceptionally fine texture and mellow sweetness, which melts gently in the mouth.

Wasanbon sugar is one of Japan's rarest traditional sugars, made from a special variety of sugarcane cultivated only in limited areas of Kagawa and Tokushima prefectures on Shikoku Island. The sugar is carefully refined using traditional methods, creating its distinctive flavor and silky texture that have been cherished for generations.

Its clean, elegant sweetness enhances the tea's natural character without overwhelming its flavors.


Product Info

  • Product Name: Hyakkei Wasanbon Sugar Candy
  • Net Weight
  • Ingredients: Wasanbon sugar (Made in Kagawa, Japan),starch / food coloring. 
  • Storage Information:Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity.
  • Product color may vary depending on lighting conditions.

About Baikodo

Founded in 1927 in Kagawa Prefecture, Baikodo has specialized in traditional Wasanbon confectionery for nearly a century. With its own factory in Kagawa, the company works closely with local sugarcane farmers to produce safe, high-quality Wasanbon sugar while preserving the region's rich confectionery traditions.

Today, Baikodo continues to craft exquisite Wasanbon sweets using more than 1,000 handcrafted molds, creating confections that celebrate Japan's seasons, landscapes, and enduring craftsmanship.

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