Sakuraco is a monthly Japanese Snack Box subscription celebrating authentic Japanese flavors. Committed to supporting family-owned businesses, this box features snacks from a 'new corner of Japan' each month. Indulge in artisan treats and learn more about Japanese culture with them through flavor and tea.
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Sakuraco costs $32.50 monthly with an annual subscription. I received plenty of snacks to try this month, ranging from sweet to savory. 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. ♡
March's box samples a mix of snacks, giving you insight into cherry blossom season. It was not surprising that Sakuraco included a gorgeous booklet; all of their packaging is so impressive! This booklet describes each snack and lists whether it contains any common allergens.
What's Inside:
Strawberry Waffle Cookie
This treat combines two of my favorite things: cookies and waffles. It is a hybrid, with crisp waffle layers sandwiching a luscious strawberry-infused chocolate cream. Creamy chocolate blended with tangy strawberry? Yes, please!
Sakura Houten
This is cute little treat that packs a big crunch. They included three flavors: strawberry, matcha, and sugar; each has a slightly different sweetness and taste, and I couldn't pick a favorite. Houten is a traditional candy made by wrapping small pieces of karinto in a candy coating.
Kinako Mochi Senbei
These feather-light crackers were a joy to munch on. They start with a satisfyingly crispy crunch, but then they literally melt in your mouth. They're coated in a lovely wasanbon sugar and kinako soybean powder, leaving its sweet and nutty flavor as a pleasant aftertaste.
Sakura Mochi
I am such a sucker for mochi; its chewy texture is irresistible to me! This version has subtle notes of cherry blossom, and it is also sprinkled with an iridescent powder making it equally beautiful and delicious.
Sakura Kohakuto
I was lucky enough to try this type of sugar candy in a previous SakuraCo box, and I was delighted to receive different flavors to try. Its crystallized exterior reminds me of ice, and it cracks and crunches most satisfyingly. Fruit flavors burst at first bite; you crunch through a thick layer of sugar into a soft gel center; the crunch is unreal, and it's unlike anything I've ever tried in the US.
Sakura Blossom Tea
Blossoming tea is not just a delicious tea, but it is also such a cool experience. I emptied both packs of tea into my mug, I poured hot water on them, and they instantly transformed into delicate little blooms in my cup. I couldn't stop sloshing them around, watching them dance in the water. It is lovely. And it tastes wonderful, too! I didn't have to add anything to the tea; it was perfectly flavored with sakura perfection. It tasted as delicate as it looked.
Sakura Senbei
Senbei is the ultimate savory snack, especially if you're looking for a satisfying crunch. They snuck sakura leaves into the dough, adding a subtle hint of floral sweetness, although the shrimp and crab flavors were a bit overpowering.
Sakura Shiruko Sando
These sakura-enriched, pink biscuits scream spring. I wasn't expecting to find a layer of red bean paste inside, but it really made this an interesting yet delightful snack.
Spring Jelly Monaka
I wish my three-year-old didn't feel it necessary to smash each of these before I could get my hands on them, but you win some, and you lose some when it comes to toddlers, haha. It didn't spoil the fun textures in this spring jelly monaka. Cherry jelly is sandwiched between pink monaka wafers, aka crisp rice flower shells used in Japanese sweets.
Sakura Kozara Plate
I love having a small collection of plates from this subscription. They are all so delicate and beautiful. Drifting cherry blossoms frame this petal pink plate, which can perfectly house your favorite snacks. It is also dishwasher and microwave safe.
Sakura Daifuku
Daifuku is a favorite I've discovered through Sakuraco, and I absolutely love it when they include bags of individually wrapped treats. So smooth and delightfully chewy! Red bean paste rests inside mochi infused with sakura flavors; it is a match made in heaven.
Sakura Castella
I think I would have liked this castella more if I had read the description before chowing down. I always look forward to Japanese pastries from this subscription, which are typically sweetened to perfection and incredibly moist. That being said, this was neither sweet nor moist. It was actually borderline sour from the sugar-pickled cherry blossom petals, and it had a rather dry texture. I think if I knew that going in, I would have enjoyed it more, but my sweet tooth was expecting the usual, so I was a little let down.
Sakura Warabimochi
I've never seen such a beautifully delicate treat. This gorgeous mound was made to resemble 'floating sakura in crystal clear water'--isn't she lovely? It had a subtly sweet taste and a very fun, jiggly texture. It also came with a sakura-infused honey, which really took it to another level.
The Verdict
Sakuraco's March box was full of spring vibes, tangy, fruity snacks, and elegant tastes of sakura. This box had such a wide range of snacks that were fun to unpack, and I really loved this month's gorgeous sakura blossom tea and plate. This box always bursts with authentic Japanese flavors, and I thoroughly enjoy everything from unboxing to the taste-testing session. Discovering new treats and unboxing with the fam makes this $32.50 worth every penny.
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Value – Was This Box Worth It?
The Cost: $32.50. This box ships directly from Japan and includes 14 artisanal snacks and an adorably authentic furoshiki cloth. It is like spending $2.30 per item.
To Wrap Up
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