6 Recommended Items That Our Editorial Staff Buy as Souvenirs
For those who are thinking of picking up souvenirs at the airport on their way home. The boarding gate area of Aso Kumamoto Airport, which was renovated in March last year, is full of Kumamoto’s finest products. From among them, we will introduce six recommended items that our editorial staff buy as souvenirs.
Dekopon Jelly
MAP 1: JAL PLAZA
You can luxuriously enjoy Kumamoto’s citrus fruits.
The wonderful aroma upon opening. The balance of sweetness and acidity. The generous 130g volume filled with large pieces of fruit pulp. Faced with the sense of euphoria brought by this trinity, one cannot help but break into a “perfect score” smile. If you are struggling with what to buy as a souvenir for children, this is it.
Pack of 6
2,138 yen (including tax)
*Also available in 2-piece bags.
Distributor / Ashikita Agricultural Cooperative (JA Ashikita)
Kurizuki (Chestnut Lover)
MAP 2: Aso-ra Gate Shop
No additives, no artificial coloring.
The authentic taste of chestnut crumbles gently.
A Japanese confection made by adding only sugar and starch syrup to Japanese chestnuts (Waguri) produced in Kumamoto Prefecture. The refined sweetness and the flaky, fluffy texture offer a natural deliciousness, as if you are eating the chestnut itself. With no additives or artificial coloring, it is a gift you can give with peace of mind.
Pack of 6
1,361 yen (including tax)
Distributor / Fukudaya Kumamoto Waguri-ya
Yama Uni Tofu (Mountain Sea Urchin Tofu)
MAP 3: Itsukiya Honpo
A taste that makes you nod in agreement with the name!?
The miso-pickled tofu is our top recommendation.
A dish that is a modern arrangement of miso-pickled tofu. A melting texture and a very rich umami. Please enjoy it as a snack with alcohol or as a side dish for rice. The assortment set with a perfect portion size, which also includes “Tofu Cheese,” is recommended.
Yama Uni Cube Assortment
2,600 yen (including tax)
Distributor / Itsukiya Honpo
Aso Takanard
MAP 4: Kumamoto Shunsaikan
Piquant and refreshing! A unique mustard.
A new local specialty made from the seeds of “Aso Takana” (Aso mustard greens), which grow only in Aso. It is characterized by seeds that are smaller than those of typical varieties and a mild spiciness that pairs well with both Japanese and Western cuisine. It comes with a cute small pouch, making it an item that is highly appreciated as a gift!
30g
770 yen (including tax)
Distributor / Aso Sato Farm
Hada Maayu (Skin Horse Oil) SAKURA
MAP 5: Aso no Ippin
A light scent of cherry blossoms in high-performance horse oil.
A delightful combination of high-quality horse oil, produced in Kumamoto—a place synonymous with horses—and a uniquely Japanese cherry blossom aroma. The cute packaging also puts your mood into a springtime state. A whole-body cream that blends smoothly into the skin.
(Top) Moisturizing type
(Bottom) Refreshing type
(25g each) 1,100 yen each (including tax)
Distributor / Kimiwa (Kimiwa)
Rich Raw Cheesecake 1592 (Higo-kuni)
MAP 2: Aso-ra Gate Shop
A melting, fresh-textured cheesecake.
Made with “ASO MILK” as the base ingredient. You can enjoy the rich flavor of in-house manufactured cheese and the moist, smooth texture of the wheat flour dough produced in Kumamoto Prefecture. It is individually wrapped, and the fact that it is easy to hand out at places like the workplace is also a plus.
Pack of 6
1,296 yen (including tax)
Distributor / Kokindo
