Making Momiji Manju
There are several types of manju in Japan--a sweet confection with an exterior made of rice, flour and buckwheat with a filling of flavored anko. Miyajima is famous for momiji manju--manju shaped like Japanese maple leaves. You can buy them at a number of shops for about 100 yen each and the flavors range from matcha to chocolate. I love the custard and chocolate flavors, personally. I also enjoy them heated up, which some of the shops offer. You will typically be offered green to if you choose to sit and snack.
Miyajima, Hiroshima.
Making Momiji Manju
There are several types of manju in Japan--a sweet confection with an exterior made of rice, flour and buckwheat with a filling of flavored anko. Miyajima is famous for momiji manju--manju shaped like Japanese maple leaves. You can buy them at a number of shops for about 100 yen each and the flavors range from matcha to chocolate. I love the custard and chocolate flavors, personally. I also enjoy them heated up, which some of the shops offer. You will typically be offered green to if you choose to sit and snack.
Miyajima, Hiroshima.