Sanko Kashihō

The standout specialty at Sanko Kashihō is kusa mochi, carrying the distinct herbal fragrance of yomogi (Japanese mugwort). In addition to the traditional version filled with smooth koshian red bean paste, the shop offers an an-nashi (unfilled) variety, favored by those who want to appreciate the pure aroma and chewy texture of the rice dough itself. Unfilled kusa dango can also be enjoyed paired with matcha kinako (roasted soybean flour), appealing for its restrained sweetness that highlights the raw ingredients.

The front display also features an assortment of familiar confections, including mame daifuku and dango so tender they slide right off the skewer, coated in sweet-savory mitarashi glaze or bean paste. Alongside sweet treats, the shop prepares savory staples such as deeply seasoned inari sushi, seaweed-wrapped norimaki, and sekihan (steamed red bean rice), making it easy to assemble a casual takeout lunch or midday snack.

Opening from 8:30 in the morning, the shop is a convenient stop early in the day. Popular items often sell out by early afternoon or toward evening, so arriving early is advisable if you are seeking kusa mochi or a specific specialty. Note that payment is cash only.