Mitarashi dango
![]() Mitarashi dango and hojicha | |
Type | Dango |
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Place of origin | Japan |
Region or state | Kyoto |
Created by | Mitarashi Tea House |
Main ingredients | Rice flour, sweet soy sauce |
Mitarashi dango (みたらし
Mitarashi dango originates from the Kamo Mitarashi Tea House in the Shimogamo area of Sakyo ward of Kyoto, Japan. Mitarashi dango is said to be named after the bubbles of the mitarashi (
This dango is also sold in supermarkets and convenience stores in Japan. However, these versions of mitarashi dango have a relatively higher proportion of sugar to increase shelf life and are sweeter than those found at traditional tea houses and dango shops.