Pale hues, subtle sweetness, and a gentle, spreading aroma. Spring is the season when the beauty of wagashi shines even brighter. When combined with the deep green of matcha, the spring scenery harmonizes into one. We introduce spring-exclusive wagashi from Matsue's long-established wagashi shops, "Fūryūdō" and "Saneidō."

"Sakura Jōyo" from Furyudo in Matsue. This spring-only jōyo manju features a rich, homemade smooth red bean paste wrapped in aromatic yam and then steamed. The flavor of salted cherry blossoms makes this a treat that further evokes the feeling of spring. This distinctly sweet jōyo manju pairs wonderfully with usucha (light matcha) or high-grade sencha. The subtle bitterness of matcha beautifully enhances the sweetness of the red bean paste. When you want to enjoy the fragrance of cherry blossoms, we recommend a sencha that isn't too astringent.

Inspired by cherry blossoms, "Harugasumi" is a confectionary creation that evokes the scene of cherry blossoms dancing in a hazy sky, with yokan in the shape of cherry blossoms adorning the jōyōkan and asashio-kan. Its sweetness is faint, gentle, and melts away. We've captured the very essence of spring air. With its soft hues and translucent luster, it melts smoothly in your mouth, and its elegant sweetness quietly spreads. It pairs well with sencha brewed slowly at 70°C, or for those moments when you wish to enjoy a serene time, we recommend bitter usucha.

The Japanese white-eyes that gather among the blooming cherry blossoms are an endearing sign of spring's arrival. The gentle scenery created by the flowers and small birds further enhances the experience of enjoying wagashi and tea. Spring tea ware will be added periodically under "Tea Utensils."