■Maruei Seika, Manufacturer and OEM of Houten (a traditional Japanese confectionery)
When you think of Houten, do you have the image of it being "hard and sticking to your teeth"?
Some people may have only tasted the chewy type of Houten. At our company, we focus not only on flavor but also on texture, manufacturing Houten with a crispy bite that is less likely to stick to teeth.
The taste and texture of Houten are greatly influenced by the skill of the craftsman.
Considering workability, increasing the amount of malt syrup allows for mass production, but this makes the Houten too hard. Conversely, reducing the amount causes it to fall apart, making adjustments very difficult.
We also pay particular attention to the temperature at which the candy is cooked.
At Maruei Seika, we place two pots side by side: one for the candy used to coat the karintou dough and another for the karintou dough itself, adjusting them to the very limit.
It is only through such craftsmanship and dedication that we can produce delicious, crispy-textured Houten.
■Strengths of Specializing in Houten Production
Our company has been dedicated to manufacturing Houten exclusively.
Therefore, we can produce a wide variety of flavored Houten in small lots according to customer requests.
Depending on the season, we have used ingredients like cherry blossoms and plums, or regional specialties such as gyokuro green tea and black soybeans.
We have also used unique ingredients like chestnuts and bamboo charcoal.
Originally, Houten originated in Osaka and Himeji, so it is not widely produced in eastern Japan.
In recent years, even in western Japan, the number of manufacturers producing Houten has been decreasing, and there are very few specialists dedicated solely to Houten.
Despite this, our company has continued to specialize in manufacturing Houten.
Under the philosophy that "the origin of confectionery making is to create what you yourself find delicious," we strive to produce products that are valued not only for their price but also for their quality.
■Product Description
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