A triangular steamed rice cake topped with sweet adzuki beans, traditionally enjoyed in June.The triangular shape represents ice, while the adzuki beans are believed to ward off evil, symbolizing wishes for good health and protection.
In Kyoto, June 30 is known as the day to eat Minazuki. On this day, the Shinto ritual called Nagoshi no Harae is performed, during which Minazuki is eaten to cleanse impurities from the first half of the year and to pray for good health in the months ahead.
At our shop, Minazuki is available in three varieties: matcha, plain (white), and roasted green tea (hojicha). (Photo, front to back: matcha, plain, hojicha.)
Please enjoy this seasonal confection available only at this time of year.

Rice flour, wheat flour, starch, sugar, adzuki beans, matcha green tea powder, roasted green tea powder