Momiji means maple leaf in Japanese, and manju are steamed buns filled with red bean paste. As the name suggests, momiji manju are maple leaf-shaped versions of regular manju. In Hiroshima Prefecture, this must-try specialty sweet is famous for its cake-like texture and adorable leaf design. Over the years, this sweet has been developed with many different fillings from traditional sweet, pureed bean paste to modern flavours such as cream cheese.
You don't have to travel all the way to Miyajima to try Momiji Manju. Get yours now at Sakuraya! Available at all outlets as well as our e-shop.
