Sakuraco is a monthly Japanese Snack Box subscription celebrating authentic Japanese flavors. Committed to supporting family-owned businesses, each month this box features snacks from a ''new corner of Japan.'' Indulge in artisan treats and learn more about Japanese culture with them through flavor and tea.
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Sakuraco costs $37.50 monthly; you can save more by committing to a longer subscription. I received plenty of snacks to try this month, plus a beautiful Sakura Wagashi Plate. This box shipped directly from Japan; everything arrived in perfect condition and didn't take long to get to me.
First Impressions
Once again, the packaging for this box is stunning. ♡
This month's box has beautiful photos and illustrations of cherry blossoms and greeting spring in Japan.
It was not surprising that Sakuraco included a gorgeous booklet, since its packaging is so impressive. This booklet describes each snack and lists if it contains any common allergy. It also includes articles about spring in Japan with an emphasis on their gorgeous cherry blossoms.
What's Inside:
Sakura Boro Cookies
These bite-sized cookies are delish. They are subtly sweet with a satisfying crunch made with simple locally-sourced ingredients.
Shrimp Mentaiko Arare
This arare has a little kick to it. It is bite-sized and comes individually wrapped in bright red packaging. It is flavored with mentaiko, pollock roe, and is bursting with rich umami flavor.
Kinako Mochi Senbei
These light crackers were a joy to munch on. These start out with a satisfyingly light crunch, but then they literally melt in your mouth.
Sakura Shrimp Senbei
This is the ultimate crunchy, savory snack. They snuck sakura leaves into the dough adding a subtle hint of floral sweetness, which makes this a really unique find.
Sakura Mochi
I am such a sucker for mochi; its chewy texture is irresistible to me! I was surprised to get more Sakura flavored mochi this month, but this version has a bolder Sakura flavor, much more identifiable and floral.
White Peach Jelly
My 2-year-old absolutely lost her mind for this peach jelly. I was impressed by the luscious peach flavor, and I really enjoyed the jelly texture as well. I also did not mind slurping it from the pouch; my daughter enjoyed this process as well.
Sakura Wagashi
These pretty treats lasted us about 20 seconds. The grainy sugar texture gave this candy a sweet grit which I really liked. The sakura taste was subtle, which is my favorite thing about Japanese candies; I have tried many sweets, thanks to this subscription, and none of them are ever too rich or sweet like some of the store bought American candies.
Sakura Cream Cookie
I was thrilled to have two of these cookies to try. They are crisp, and can be a little messy when you take your first big bite. The outside cookie is decorated with yozakura imagery, while the inside is layered with sweet sakura flavored cream. As the description claims, it really is the perfect cookie to pair with a hot cup of tea.
Sakura Madeleine
I am always delighted to try any of Sakuraco's pastry finds. They are always moist and bursting with sweet and creative flavorings. This madeleine has the perfect blend of cherry blossoms with a hint of tart strawberry, which is a delightful marriage of flavor.
Sakura Wagashi Plate
My only complaint is that I don't have a full set of these beautiful plates. It is gorgeous; the perfect snack or dessert plate. The cherry blossoms are textured and the glaze is so shiny, I honestly don't even want to eat off of it. It is dishwasher and microwave safe, but I will likely just hand wash this beauty.
Sakura Dorayaki
These remind me of tasty little pancakes. They are filled with a white bean paste that's been infused with sakura leaves. They are also pleasant to look at; each dorayaki is imprinted with a sakura flower.
Sakura Chocolate Cookie
It didn't take my daughter long to call dibs on the pink cookie. She loved it! This twice baked dough is coated in a soft pink chocolate that melts in your mouth.
Sakura Hibiscus Tea
This lovely brew is a blend of green tea featuring flavors of hibiscus and cherry blossoms. It took me a few sips to appreciate the depth of flavor, but with a little ice and honey, it is a fantastic blend.
The Verdict
Sakuraco's April box is full of sakura love and tasty finds. This box had such a wide range of snacks that were fun to unpack, and I really loved this month's array of sweet treats and the Sakura Wagashi plate. This box always bursts with authentic Japanese flavors, and I thoroughly enjoy everything from unboxing to the taste-testing session. It is especially fun sharing this experience with my family and is so worth the $37.50 price tag.
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Value – Was This Box Worth It?
The Cost: $37.50. This box ships directly from Japan and included 14 artisanal snacks and a pair of snack plate. It is like spending $2.50 per item.
To Wrap Up
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