{"title":"Irie Seika","description":"\u003cp\u003eIrie Seika is a traditional Japanese candy company based in Fukuoka. Since their founding in 1934 they've been dedicated to creating delicious candy using traditional techniques in a variety of interesting flavors. Their main product is Konpeito, a traditional Japanese hard candy that gradually forms over two weeks into a cute star shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonpeito is commonly gifted at weddings, graduations and other auspicious events in Japan, as since its introduction to the country, it's been seen as a high-class gift. 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