Fruit Daifuku Specialty Store 'Benzaiten' Launches Limited-Edition Strawberry Daifuku Using Rare High-End Summer Strawberries 'Nijinoka'

Benzaiten, a store dedicated to crafting daifuku that features fruit as the main attraction, will launch a limited-time strawberry daifuku made with the rare strawberry brand 'Nijinoka' starting May 23, 2026.

'Nijinoka', grown near Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, is a rare summer strawberry cultivated through full-scale indoor hydroponics, defying the traditional winter season for strawberries.

Cultivated with thorough management of light, temperature, and fertilizers, the strawberries are grown with minimal use of pesticides.

Despite being a summer variety, 'Nijinoka' is characterized by an exquisite balance of sweetness and acidity, with a rich flavor and aroma. Due to its high quality, it is used only in select locations such as luxury hotels and restaurants.

At Benzaiten, to highlight the delicate flavor of these 'Nijinoka' strawberries, our artisans have combined them with carefully prepared white bean paste and soft, melt-in-the-mouth gyuhi (mochi dough).

This product is crafted to accentuate the presence of the strawberry, the main ingredient, while encapsulating the juiciness of the fruit.

We invite you to enjoy this special seasonal flavor, which is a unique addition to our most popular 'strawberry daifuku' series.

Product Information

Sales period: Scheduled from May 23, 2026, to mid-November.

Sales location: Benzaiten stores (Available at select locations; some stores may not carry the product).