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Hashiriimochi-rouho

Established in 1764, Hashiriimochi-rouho boasts a rich history spanning over 250 years. It’s famous for its Hashiriimochi, a soft habutaemochi (silky, tender rice cake) filled with anko (sweet red bean paste). It was offered to Emperor Meiji and Emperor Showa.
The Hashiriimochi originates from a rice cake with anko paste in it that was created in Otsu by the founder. He used spring water called "Hashirii." It is renowned water that was even used for Emperor Seimu’s first bath in his life.
Inspired by the story that Sanjo Kokaji Munechika, a swordsmith in the Heian Period (794-1185), forged his fine sword using the Hashirii, Hashiriimochi is shaped to resemble a sword.
In 1910, Hashiriimochi-rouho inherited the tradition from Otsu, and was born in front of the Ichi-no-Torii gate of the Iwashimizu Hachimangu shrine. Now it’s the only direct descendant of the originator.
Hashiriimochi is one of Yawata City’s local specialties. You can enjoy it with tea grown in Yawata at Hashiriimochi-rouho.

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Historical Park of Tea and Uji Land (Chazuna)

If you want to learn about Uji tea and the history and culture of Uji, this is the perfect place to start.
With the rich history of Uji, the park is located among several historical sites, including the Uji-bashi Bridge and the Ujinowakiiratsuko Gobo tomb, housing the historic site Ujigawataikotsutsumiato (remains of the dike of Uji River that were constructed by Toyotomi Hideyoshi).
At the Communication Center of Tea and Uji Land called Chazuna, you can enjoy the museum and various experience programs related to Uji and Uji tea. Chazuna also has a museum shop, restaurant, observation terrace, and so on. The modernized Uji Meishozue (a compilation of the Edo-period pictures depicting the sights of Uji) on a large 4K HD screen is a must-see. The experience programs include matcha making from leaf-grinding, tea caddy making, tea leaf picking, and more. Through these activities, you can connect with the local people, history, and culture of Uji.
Chazuna offers various sightseeing information, too. This information and your own experiences will make your exploration of Uji even more interesting.