Pitch-black coal sprites melt hearts online—matcha dip hot pot delivers ultra-healing flavors
Reported by Wang Junyuan / Comprehensive report
With their round, pitch-black appearance and big, watery eyes, these super-cute little coal-like treats are"Kinshoji Monogatari"'s signature item, among them, the matcha dip hot pot not only features a heaping pile of coal sprites but also includes other ingredients like white jade dumplings and fresh fruits, offering an incredibly soothing experience for both the eyes and taste buds.
▲ With the coal sprites as a backdrop, all the dishes seem even cuter, attracting customers to take photos and check in nonstop. (Photo / Provided by a netizen, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)fei__fei__(Photo provided, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)
These coal sprites are all handcrafted bamboo charcoal puffs, which burst with fragrant vanilla filling when bitten into. Their mini, adorable appearance also brings to mind the soot sprites from Studio Ghibli’s famous animation "Spirited Away," contributing to their huge popularity. The business has also launched a series of desserts and drinks by pairing the black charcoal sprites with other dishes.
▲ The "Matcha Dip Hot Pot" is the shop's most popular dessert, with many people making a winter pilgrimage to try it. (Photo / Reposted from the Kinshoji Monogatari Desserts and Mochi Shop Japanese Kaiseki Light Meals fan page, the same below.)Kinshoji Monogatari Desserts and Mochi Shop Japanese Kaiseki Light MealsFan page, the same below.
The most frequently featured on IG,"Matcha Dip Hot Pot"features a porcelain bowl filled with colorful ingredients—sweet and juicy fruit cubes, soft and chewy white jade dumplings, crispy crackers, and more. The cutest coal sprites are packed in almost to the brim. Dipping your desired ingredients into the matcha milk sauce, the rich matcha aroma blends perfectly with the desserts, making it irresistible to netizens. But you’ll have to act fast, as this dish is only available in winter.
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If you miss out on the matcha dip hot pot, don’t be discouraged—the summer-exclusive fruit shaved ice and strawberry ice also come with coal sprite companions. Both are based on shaved ice, with the fruit shaved ice offering a richer selection and a variety of ice cream flavors, while the strawberry ice features an abundance of strawberry slices, topped with a coal sprite strawberry ice cream. It’s a must-try for strawberry lovers.
▲ The tri-color cold noodles offer three flavors in one, with vibrant colors and rich aromas, paired with traditional bonito sauce for a savory-sweet balance that’s never cloying.
Among the many exquisite set meals,"Japanese Tri-Color Cold Noodles"is also a favorite among many. These refreshing noodles come in three colors—purple-red, emerald green, and light yellow—each representing a different flavor: perilla, matcha, and egg yolk. Mix wasabi, minced garlic, and chopped scallions into the bonito sauce to taste, then dip the noodles. The result is sweet with a hint of saltiness, a Japanese light meal that’s hard to grow tired of.
Kinshoji Monogatari
Location: No. 1, Lane 51, Dadian 20th Street, West District, Taichung City
Phone: 04-2310-6233
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