Sakura (Cherry Blossom) Shaped Pasta Shimane Fresh daikon (Japanese radish) was

Fresh daikon (Japanese radish) was hung over the fire to slowly dry—the first step in making smoked takuan

Rare tea from the mountains of Shirakawa Town

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Kyoto - the second oldest tea-growing region in Japan

Sakura (Cherry Blossom) Shaped Pasta Shimane Fresh daikon (Japanese radish) wasHighlights Chewy texture Stunning pink Artful This sakura (cherry blossom) shaped pasta has a stunning shade of pink which is achieved by adding domestically grown Italian beetroot to the dough. It is skillfully dried at low temperatures giving it a chewy texture similar to that of fresh pasta. The pasta retains its unique shape and color after cooking, adding a lovely pop of color to any dish.