Hinode Honten Budo Manju from Tokushima
Budo Manju lines up five small pale-purple balls of milk-enriched white-kidney-bean paste on a short skewer, dusting each with wheat flour and potato starch before steaming it in an...
At a glance
| Name | Hinode Honten Budo Manju from Tokushima (Budo Manju) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Tokushima |
| Region | Shikoku |
| Type | Branded skewers of milk-enriched white-bean sweets in an ultra-thin skin |
What is it?
Budo Manju lines up five small pale-purple balls of milk-enriched white-kidney-bean paste on a short skewer, dusting each with wheat flour and potato starch before steaming it in an extremely thin protective skin.
The regular product contains no grapes. Its name plays on Mount Tsurugi's budo, or martial-path, faith and the look of a grape cluster.
History and local context
Hinode Honten began as a mochi shop in Anabuki in 1914. Founder Nishikawa Yotaro developed a souvenir for pilgrims and, after meeting Morinaga Taichiro, drew inspiration from caramel to mix milk into the bean paste.
The maker calls it manju rather than dango because a minimal wheat-and-potato-starch skin surrounds the paste and helps prevent drying. A short visible skewer handle was later introduced for easier hygienic handling.
How to enjoy it
Hold the short exposed end and eat the pieces one at a time with tea. Follow the maker's current guidance if chilling or freezing it.
The regular product contains wheat and milk. Check limited flavors separately and never infer grape ingredients from the name.
This is a branded commercial confection; compare the maker and authorized seller when purchasing.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Hinode Honten Budo Manju from Tokushima from?
It is associated with Tokushima, in the Shikoku region of Japan.
What kind of food is Hinode Honten Budo Manju from Tokushima?
This guide classifies it as branded skewers of milk-enriched white-bean sweets in an ultra-thin skin. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
Can I order Hinode Honten Budo Manju from Tokushima online?
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