Hangyo Berry & Cream

Barcode 8906015615333 (Hangyo Berry & Cream)

This barcode corresponds to a product named "Hangyo Berry & Cream"—a type of Japanese confectionery (wagashi) often categorized under fruit-flavored mochi or jelly candies. Here’s what is known or can be inferred about it:

Product Details

1. Type & Category

   • Hangyo (ハンギョウ) is a traditional Japanese fruit-flavored jelly or mochi-like sweet, typically made with berries (e.g., strawberry, raspberry, or mixed berries) and a creamy or custard-like filling.
   • The "Berry & Cream" variant suggests a combination of fruit-flavored jelly and a vanilla or dairy-based cream center, similar to a dango (rice dumpling) or mochi filling.
   • Common brands producing this product include Nakamura Tokichi (中村徳七) or other Japanese confectionery manufacturers, though the exact brand isn’t confirmed by the barcode alone.

2. Ingredients (Typical for Hangyo)

   • Base: Glutinous rice flour (mochiko), sugar, starch (e.g., potato starch).
   • Flavorings: Fruit puree, natural flavors (e.g., strawberry, raspberry), or artificial flavors.
   • Cream Filling: Often contains milk powder, sugar, vegetable oil, and stabilizers (e.g., carrageenan, guar gum).
   • Additives: May include preservatives (e.g., sodium benzoate), colorings (natural or synthetic), and emulsifiers (e.g., lecithin).
   • Allergens: Common allergens include wheat (gluten), milk, and soy (if present in processing).

3. Texture & Appearance

   • Outer Layer: Soft, chewy jelly or mochi-like texture.
   • Filling: Creamy, custard-like center (may be segmented or fully integrated).
   • Packaging: Typically sold in individual wrappers or small boxes (common in Japanese convenience stores or specialty shops).