Daimaru Sapporo Hosts the 6th 'Anko Paradise' - Celebrating Tradition and Innovation in Red Bean Sweets
Daimaru Sapporo is holding its 6th annual 'Anko Paradise' wagashi festival, celebrating Hokkaido's top-tier azuki bean production. Featuring 27 renowned brands from across Japan, the event showcases a diverse range of red bean treats.
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## 6th 'Anko Paradise'
Celebrating its sixth year since the first event in June 2021, 'Anko Paradise' returns to Daimaru Sapporo.
Hokkaido maintains its position as the top azuki bean producer in Japan, accounting for 97% of the total harvest in Reiwa 7 (2025). This Hokkaido-grown specialty is transformed by artisans across the country into a variety of delicacies now gathered at the venue. From first-time appearances and cross-industry collaborations to evolved treats and classic items, a rich variety of flavors is available this year.
Approximately 27 brands (including 13 performing live demonstrations) are participating this year.
- **Saitama (Daimaru Sapporo Debut)**
- Mame Daifuku (Salted Tsubu-an) - 648 yen (incl. tax)
- Founded in 1783, this historic shop is a purveyor to the Kawagoe Domain, using Hokkaido azuki beans.
- **Aichi (Daimaru Sapporo Debut)**
- Frog Manju (3-pack) - 486 yen (incl. tax)
- Adorable frog-shaped manju filled with smooth koshian (smooth red bean paste).
- **Esashi (Live Demonstration)**
- Gokatteya Roll - 400 yen (incl. tax)
- Hokkaido tsubuan highlights the gentle sweetness of eggs.
- **Tokyo **
- Tokyo Salted Hiyoko (6-pack) - 1,512 yen (incl. tax)
- Summer-exclusive treat featuring smooth red bean paste made with Hokkaido azuki and Amakusa salt.
- **Mie (Daimaru Sapporo Debut)**
- Warabimochi, Kuzumanju - 389 yen each (incl. tax)
- Uses high-quality warabi starch and koshian made in-house.
- **Miyagi **
- Kikufuku (4-variety set) - 650 yen (incl. tax)
- Set includes matcha cream, fresh cream, zunda (edamame), and hojicha cream daifuku.
- **Shizuoka **
- Fruit Anmitsu - 720 yen (incl. tax)
- Features Hokkaido azuki paste and Okinawan black sugar syrup.
- **Kyoto **
- Mizutama Mochi - 432 yen (incl. tax)
- A unique, jiggly sweet made from high-quality water and red bean ingredients.
- **Teshikaga (Daimaru Sapporo Debut/Live Demo)**
- Strawberry Bean Milk, An-Cornet
- Highlights local strawberries and crispy pastry.
- **Tomakomai (Live Demo)**
- Anko-Mami-re Soba Dango - 480 yen (incl. tax)
- An unusual but delightful combination of soba flour and Hokkaido azuki.
For more details, visit the special website: https://www.daimaru.co.jp/sapporo/ankoparadise2026/
FAQ
『第6回 あんこぱらだいす。』はいつどこで開催されますか？
大丸札幌店で開催されます。
イベントの見どころは何ですか？
約27ブランド（実演約13ブランド）が参加し、埼玉〈龜屋〉、愛知〈青柳総本家〉、三重〈月乃舎〉など初登場の店舗を含むバラエティ豊かな和菓子を楽しめます。
北海道の小豆生産量はどのくらいですか？
農林水産省のデータによると、令和7年の北海道産小豆の収穫量は全国の97％を占め、第1位です。
初登場するブランドを教えてください。
埼玉〈龜屋〉、愛知〈青柳総本家〉、三重〈月乃舎〉、弟子屈〈菓匠 碧生堂〉が今回大丸札幌店に初登場します。
イベントの詳細情報はどこで確認できますか？
『第6回 あんこぱらだいす。』特設サイト（https://www.daimaru.co.jp/sapporo/ankoparadise2026/）で確認できます。