This is the Imuraya Yawamochi Ice Kuri Zukushi, or Chestnut Delight.
It featured five pieces of chestnut mochi and chestnut paste layered atop chestnut ice cream, with a core of chestnut paste containing diced chestnut.
The ice cream presented a gentle, mellow sweetness with an earthy, nutty warmth characteristic of chestnut. The chestnut paste, retaining a soft and creamy texture even when frozen, offered a rich chestnut flavour with a subtle graininess reminiscent of roasted chestnuts. The diced chestnut pieces, lightly candied, provided a pleasant chew and the most pronounced sweetness of the ensemble, enhancing the contrast in texture. The mochi, made from a blend of shiratamako and rice flour, delivered a smooth, tender chew and a faint chestnut note that grounded the composition without excess sweetness.
Overall, a refined celebration of chestnut in both flavour and texture — layered, nuanced, and deeply satisfying. Worth repurchasing.
This Imuraya Yawamochi Ice Kuri Zukushi contained 130 mL. It was produced in Japan and purchased in Sydney, Australia in 2025.