{"title":"Konpeito Candy","description":"\u003cp\u003eKonpeito candies are tiny Japanese sugar candies that consist of many spiky edges, giving them their iconic star shapes. They also come in a variety of different colors and flavors. While these popular star-shaped candies can be found anywhere in Japan these days, they actually originate from Portugal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou may have recognized konpeito in some of your favorite anime. Konpeito is often seen with Susuwatari, or Japanese ghost yokai which are similar to soot sprites. An iconic example of this pairing can be found in the Studio Ghibli film Spirited Away, where susuwatari are seen holding and eating konpeito.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you're familiar with konpeito or not, but are curious about these tiny, kawaii, star-shaped candies, be sure to check out our selection of artisan konpeito candies that come in a variety of colors and flavors! Have fun trying these unique Japanese candies, and sharing them with your friends and family.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kasugai-konpeito-japanese-sugar-candy-5-flavors-assortment-85g","title":"Kasugai Konpeito Japanese Sugar Candy 5 Flavors Assortment 85g","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis product is a traditional Japanese sugar candy called konpeito. Although konpeito is actually one of the dagashis (Japanese cheap snacks), it requires some professional skills to produce it.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eKonpeito is a tiny sugar lump repeatedly coated with sugar-based syrup. To produce this snack, the sugar lumps are heated slowly in a large inclined rotating pot called “dora” and by applying the syrup drop by drop, it eventually turns to a ball with a number of horny prongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis assortment features five different colors and flavors: white (plain sugar), purple (grape), orange (peach), yellow (apple), and green (soda pop). The colored konpeitos are pigmented only with natural colorants.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy its simple sugar taste, crunchy texture, and a distinctive sound every time you bite. You can also enjoy this snack by adding it into tea, coffee, plain yogurt, or ice cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eTrivia: konpeito is said to be a corrupt form of Portuguese word “confeito” which is Portugal’s local confectionary and was first introduced to Japan by Portuguese traders in the early 16th century. Despite konpeito is renowned for its horny bulges, the reasons for their formulation have not theoretically proven yet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNet contents: 85g\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Sugar (granulated sugar), flavoring agent, colorant (safflower yellow, gardenia, red beet, \u0026amp; paprika)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNutrition facts (per 100g): Energy 398kcal, protein 0g, fat 0g, carbohydrate 99.5g, sodium 0g\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePotential allergen: Soybean\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kasugai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39427064692819,"sku":"KASU-KONASO-85","price":4.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/P-1-KASU-KONASO-85-Kasugai_Konpeito_Japanese_Sugar_Candy_5_Flavors_Assortment_85g.jpg?v=1746157916"},{"product_id":"irohaya-konpeito-banana-flavor-traditional-japanese-sugar-candy-40g","title":"Irohaya Konpeito Banana Flavor Traditional Japanese Sugar Candy 40g","description":"\u003cp\u003eKonpeito is one of the traditional Japanese cheap snacks or candy well consumed in Japan even today. This Japanese sugar candy is lightly flavored with banana - an unusual flavor for a traditional Japanese snack - perfect for those who wish to try Japanese confectionary but want something a bit more unique!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonpeito is a tiny sugar lump repeatedly coated with sugar-based syrup. To produce this snack, the sugar lumps are heated slowly in a large inclined rotating pot called “dora” and by applying the syrup drop by drop, it eventually turns to a ball with a number of horny prongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIrohaya's confectioners are dedicated to making exceptional konpeito. These crunchy, tasty sweet treats are created in a very involved process that takes 14 days from start to finish. They carefully choose when to apply each layer of liquid sugar, how much to apply, how fast to rotate the dora pot, and at what temperature. All of these processes have been developed over eight decades of candy making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet contents: 40g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Sugar, banana powder, colorant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Irie Seika","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39427077046355,"sku":"KASU-KONSHIO-35","price":6.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/Irohaya-Konpeito-Banana-Flavor-Traditional-Japanese-Sugar-Candy-40g-1-2024-04-30T02_19_33.252Z.webp?v=1746160714"},{"product_id":"kasugai-konpeito-sugar-candy-japanese-star-candy-76g","title":"Kasugai Konpeito Sugar Candy Japanese Star Candy 76g","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis product is a traditional Japanese sugar candy called konpeito. These candies are made from sugar syrup, and honey is also added to provide a unique flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonpeito is a tiny sugar lump repeatedly coated with sugar-based syrup. To produce this snack, the sugar lumps are heated slowly in a large inclined rotating pot called “dora” and by applying the syrup drop by drop, it eventually turns to a ball with a number of horned prongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the mildly sweet flavor of sugar and the aroma of honey. You can also enjoy this snack by adding it to tea, coffee, plain yogurt, or ice cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet contents: 76g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Sugar, colorant (safflower yellow, gardenia, red beet, anatto, carotene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNutrition facts (per 100g): Energy 398kcal, protein 0g, fat 0g, carbohydrate 99.5g, sodium 0g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotential allergen: None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kasugai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39618185494611,"sku":"KASU-KONSGA-1","price":3.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/Kasugai-Konpeito-Sugar-Candy-Japanese-Star-Candy-76g-1-2024-01-03T06_24_42.557Z.jpg?v=1743422770"},{"product_id":"irohaya-konpeito-peach-flavor-traditional-japanese-sugar-candy-40g","title":"Irohaya Konpeito Peach Flavor Traditional Japanese Sugar Candy 40g","description":"\u003cp\u003eKonpeito is a tiny sugar lump candy that is repeatedly coated with a sugar-based syrup. To produce this snack, the sugar lumps are heated slowly in a large inclined rotating pot called “dora” and by applying the syrup drop by drop, it eventually turns to a ball with many spiky prongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile konpeito is a sweet candy, this particular flavor has the light refreshing taste of Japanese peaches, with real Japanese white peach juice powder being used in the production process. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIrohaya's confectioners are dedicated to making exceptional konpeito. These crunchy, tasty sweet treats are created in a very involved process that takes 14 days from start to finish. They carefully choose when to apply each layer of liquid sugar, how much to apply, how fast to rotate the dora pot, and at what temperature. All of these processes have been developed over eight decades of candy making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonpeito candy has a crunchy texture which makes a distinctive sound every time you chew it. 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