Iwate Gomasuri Dango
Gomasuri Dango is Shoeido's small white dumpling enclosing a fluid black-sesame suri-mitsu filling. Bite through the soft, springy exterior and the roasted sesame syrup spreads at once. It...
At a glance
| Name | Iwate Gomasuri Dango (Gomasuri Dango) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Iwate |
| Region | Hokkaido & Tohoku |
| Type | Trademarked mochi dumplings filled with flowing black-sesame syrup |
What is it?
Gomasuri Dango is Shoeido's small white dumpling enclosing a fluid black-sesame suri-mitsu filling. Bite through the soft, springy exterior and the roasted sesame syrup spreads at once.
It is a trademarked product rather than a generic term for every sesame dumpling. The defining idea is an unskewered dumpling with the sauce inside instead of poured over the surface.
History and local context
Shoei-do says development began in spring 1988 as the third and fourth generations sought a new signature after Tamura no Ume. About six months of trials produced the reversal of placing the sauce inside the dumpling.
The name arose from sesame ground into the internal syrup and a phrase used in conversation at the time. A 2018 renewal incorporated soy sauce from Iwate producer Sasacho Jozo into the sesame sauce.
How to enjoy it
Follow the maker's thawing directions and keep the dumplings level. Eat one whole with care so the fluid sesame filling does not escape onto clothing or packaging.
Official online orders arrive frozen. After thawing, refrigerate and finish within the labeled period. Buy through Shoei-do or a listed retailer and verify cold delivery, quantity, and storage space.
This is a branded commercial confection; compare the maker and authorized seller when purchasing.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Iwate Gomasuri Dango from?
It is associated with Iwate, in the Hokkaido & Tohoku region of Japan.
What kind of food is Iwate Gomasuri Dango?
This guide classifies it as trademarked mochi dumplings filled with flowing black-sesame syrup. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
Can I order Iwate Gomasuri Dango online?
Use the Rakuten Japan search link on this page. Confirm the maker, ingredients, storage requirements, and international shipping before ordering.
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