Pure Hon-Warabi Starch 100g 100% Wild Warabi Root from Southern Kyushu, Japan

Product Description

This is a 100% pure Hon-Warabi starch, made exclusively from wild warabi roots harvested in Southern Kyushu (Kagoshima & Miyazaki Prefectures).

Unlike common warabi starch blends, this product contains no added starches or fillers.
It delivers an authentic texture, deep transparency, and elegant elasticity that define true traditional warabi mochi.

Highly valued by Japanese wagashi artisans, this rare ingredient is ideal for those seeking the original taste and craftsmanship of Japan.

How to Use

How to Make Authentic Hon-Warabi Mochi

Ingredients

• Pure Hon-Warabi Starch: 100g

• Water: 400 ml

• White Sugar: 200g

• Kinako (roasted soybean flour), as needed

Instructions

1. Dissolve the warabi starch completely in water. Add sugar and mix well.

2. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly.

3. When the mixture thickens and becomes elastic, reduce to low heat and continue kneading for about 5 minutes until glossy.

4. Pour into a mold or tray, allow to cool, cut into pieces, and coat generously with kinako.

How to Make Hon-Warabi Manju (Filled Warabi Sweets)

1. Follow steps 1–3 above.

2. Spread plenty of kinako in a tray and place the finished warabi dough on top.

3. Coat the surface with kinako.

4. With kinako-dusted hands, cut into portions and wrap around sweet red bean paste.

Ingredients

Warabi Root (Wild Bracken Root)
Harvested in Kagoshima & Miyazaki, Japan

Country of Origin / Ingredient Origin

Japan (Southern Kyushu)

Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

• Energy: 334 kcal

• Protein: 0.4 g

• Fat: 0.0 g

• Carbohydrates: 83.2 g

• Salt Equivalent: 0.03 g

*Values are approximate.

Allergens

None
(Free from the 8 specified allergens under Japanese standards)

Shipping Temperature

Ambient (Room Temperature)

Storage Instructions

• Unopened: Store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity.

• After Opening: Seal tightly and store in a cool, dry place.

Shelf Life

365 days from the date of manufacture