Wagashi( Japanese-style confectionery) 和菓子

Wagashi is a traditional type of Japanese confection.Generally wagashi is served with Japanese tea beause Japanese tea is bitter. The sweetness of the wagashi complements the drink .

For tea ceremonies,sophisticated, artistically shaped wagashi are always part of the occasion.

Anko is traditional Japanese red bean paste .

A lot of wagashi is made by putting anko inside a wrapping of glutenous rice.

There are countless dried snacks available in Japan, not only sweet items but also salty or hot and spicy ones as well.