In Kameyama City, Mie Prefecture, there is a long-established traditional Japanese confectionery shop called Zuhoen, with a history of over 300 years. This shop has evolved with the changing times, offering a combination of traditional Japanese sweets and new Baumkuchen cakes, making it a rare establishment.
Zuhoen was originally founded as a traditional Japanese confectionery shop in a different location during the late Edo period, and it was relocated to its current location with the opening of the railway. In 2021, it underwent a renewal and reopened. The interior and exterior have been refurbished to create a clean and refined atmosphere, establishing itself as a specialty store for the traditional Kame-no-O and the new Ryu-no-Hige (Baumkuchen).
The Kame-no-O, representing Zuhoen and inherited from the late Edo period, is a small but elegant sweet red bean mochi with a smooth and simple taste.
On the other hand, the Ryu-no-Hige is a low-sugar Baumkuchen made with rice flour. It comes in various rich flavors such as chocolate and matcha, with a crispy texture and a moderate sweetness. The matcha flavor made with Kameyama-produced matcha allows you to enjoy the traditional aroma.
Inside the shop, you can also enjoy unique menus using both Japanese and Western-style sweets. For example, the "Pudding à la Mode" is a dish with pudding topped with fruits and Baumkuchen. Underneath the whipped cream, there are slices of Baumkuchen, making it both visually appealing and delicious.
The flavors of Zuhoen, which combine traditional craftsmanship with new ideas, are sure to be loved across generations. When you visit Kameyama, why not savor the charm of this long-standing shop?
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