Gokabo
A signature confectionery of Kumagaya
About Gokabo
Gokabo (五家宝) is a simple yet nostalgic sweet, characterized by the toasty aroma of roasted soybean flour (kinako). Alongside Soka Senbei rice crackers and Kawagoe’s sweet potato snacks, Gokabo is considered one of the three iconic confections of Saitama Prefecture.
Made from glutinous rice and kinako, this traditional treat has been enjoyed since the Edo period. The name "Gokabo" reflects a heartfelt wish, symbolizing the importance of the five grains—rice, wheat, millet, foxtail millet, and beans—as treasures for the family.
Related videos
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.
Regional cuisine of Saitama region
Japanese Cuisine - Local cuisine
Kind of food
Recommended
-
![Squid and Carrot Pickles]()
Squid and Carrot Pickles
Fukushima / >Local cuisine -
![Omagari Curry Uma-Men]()
Omagari Curry Uma-Men
Akita / >Ramen -
![Oita Fugu]()
Oita Fugu
Oita / >Seafood -
![Pork Tea Motsu Karaage]()
Pork Tea Motsu Karaage
Shizuoka / >Tenpura -
![Hikawa Goen Burger]()
Hikawa Goen Burger
Shimane / >Local cuisine -
![Deep-Fried Mehikari]()
Deep-Fried Mehikari
Miyazaki / >Tenpura -
![Miki Monaka]()
Miki Monaka
Kumamoto / >Local cuisine -
![Hakodate Ramen]()
Hakodate Ramen
Hokkaido / >Ramen
