When people think of Kamakura, Toshimaya’s Hato Sable is one of the best-known souvenirs.
For around ¥100 each, you can buy these charming dove-shaped butter cookies. Hato Sable has reportedly been made to the same carefully protected recipe since the company was founded, so its flavor has remained unchanged.
Delicious and Adorable Hato Sable
The cookies contain no unnecessary additives, and the flavors of egg, milk, and butter come through clearly.
They taste like the very definition of a classic Western-style confection. Products range from convenient bags to charming decorative tins, so you can choose according to the recipient and the occasion. I bought an ordinary bag as a souvenir for my family. It was placed in a cute paper carrier decorated with doves, which felt more than sufficient for a casual gift. The excellent flavor and appearance made my family very happy.
The wallet-friendly price also makes Hato Sable a good choice when you need to distribute many souvenirs. I later learned, however, that it is regularly sold at Tokyo department stores and elsewhere, so it is not something available only in Kamakura and may feel a little less rare.
Hato Sable Product Info, Expiration Date, Manufacturer
| Product Name | Hato Sable |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer / Seller | Toshimaya |
| Address | 2-11-19 Komachi, Kamakura, Kanagawa |
| Expiration Date | - |
| Place of Purchase | Toshimaya Main Store, Kamakura / Haneda Airport |
| Price | ¥648 (five-piece carry bag) |
