“Rakugan,” the Colorful Kanazawa Confection for All Seasons

Kanazawa has long treasured the culture of the tea ceremony.

Chakai tea gatherings are common throughout the year.

Rakugan are made using techniques that have been passed on for some four centuries.

Only the most experienced confectioners perform the pounding process.

Finely crafted, elegant pieces of rakugan representing the four seasons.