The Coloring Book of WAGASHI – Japanese Traditional Sweets (U-CAN’s At-Home Series)

Step into the delicate and refined world of wagashi—traditional Japanese sweets—with this exquisite coloring book that merges artistic expression with seasonal beauty.

Supervised by the long-established Kyoto confectioner Tsuruyayoshinobu, this coloring book features a thoughtful selection of classic and modern wagashi representing Japan’s 24 seasonal divisions (二十四節気) such as Risshun, Shōman, Tōji, and more. Each page captures the essence of the season through beautiful sweets, complemented by fine tableware and seasonal flowers.

Key Features:

• Left-page color reference + right-page coloring sheet: Perfect for beginners, you can follow professionally colored examples while learning about each wagashi’s seasonal meaning, ingredients, and classification.

• Detailed illustrations: Drawn with such precision and softness, you’d hardly believe they were done with colored pencils. The warmth of the strokes perfectly captures the tenderness of wagashi shapes.

• Educational and visual delight: Every illustration is accompanied by background information about the sweet, offering a glimpse into Japan’s deep seasonal traditions.

• Gift-ready design: Packaged with a beautiful wraparound dust cover resembling Japanese wrapping paper and a decorative outer “noshi” (ceremonial gift paper). Its charming size (180mm x 165mm) mimics a premium confection box.

• Bonus 8-page wagashi guide: Printed on elegant colored paper to match the book’s aesthetic and provide cultural enrichment.

Created by illustrator Michi Imai, this book offers both visual joy and cultural insight. From ume-scented spring sweets to autumn chestnut confections, even festive pumpkin ghost treats, the pages take you through a full year of traditional Japanese delicacies.

Whether for personal relaxation or as a refined souvenir from Japan, this coloring book makes a perfect gift for lovers of wagashi, Japanese culture, and art.