・Mihorido’s Uiro was founded in 1927 as a representative confection of Yamaguchi.
・In 1927 the founder was trained at “Fukudaya,” known for its Yamaguchi-style Uiro, and was entrusted with the recipe before establishing Mihorido. In 1946, after Fukudaya closed, Mihorido inherited the traditional methods of making Yamaguchi Uiro. Since its founding, Mihorido has exclusively manufactured and sold “Yamaguchi Uiro,” maintaining its pure identity as a dedicated Uiro confectioner.
・Yamaguchi Uiro has been cherished for its gentle texture and mild flavor, appealing to all ages.
・Its distinct, smooth mouthfeel and elegant taste provide a sense of calm and comfort, unique to this confection.
・Unlike Uiro from other regions, Yamaguchi Uiro is made from authentic bracken starch (referred to as “sen”) sourced from bracken roots and includes adzuki bean paste. Mihorido insists on high-quality ingredients, using premium domestic bracken starch to produce authentic Yamaguchi Uiro.
・Bracken is a familiar wild vegetable in Japan. While commonly used in dishes like stews, only the root is used in Yamaguchi Uiro.
・Sugar (from Hokkaido)
・adzuki beans (from Hokkaido)
・Wheat flour
・Bracken starch
・Modified starch
・Brown sugar (from Okinawa)
・Matcha (from Kyoto, Fukuoka)
A traditional white Uiro made with granulated sugar using the original method.
Developed by the second-generation owner, this Uiro features Okinawan brown sugar.
Created by the third-generation owner, made with matcha from Uji (Kyoto) and Yame (Fukuoka)
・Fresh Uiro
Steamed and packaged immediately,
it has a shorter shelf life but a rich, fresh taste.
Price: 140 yen per piece (tax included）
・Vacuum-Packed Uiro
Freshly steamed Uiro is vacuum-packed and heat-treated, extending shelf life, making it ideal for gifts.
Small 5-piece pack
Price: 700 yen (tax included)
Contains 2 white, 2 black, and 1 matcha Uiro
Each piece weighs approximately 35g
Standard 3-piece set
Price: 830 yen (tax included)
Contains 1 white, 1 black, and 1 matcha Uiro
Each piece weighs approximately 85
How to Enjoy Vacuum- Uiro Even Better
1. Place the vacuum-packed Uiro in boiling water without removing the package.
2. Once it returns to a boil, turn off the heat, let it cool completely, then enjoy.
Celebrating the Girls’ Festival, Hina Uiro features three colors (sakura, white, and matcha Uiro) layered in a diamond shape,symbolizing the festival’s wish for girls’ health and growth.
Celebrating the Boys’ Festival, Kabuto Uiro is crafted in the shape of a “kabuto” (samurai helmet) using white and black Uiro, symbolizing a wish for boys’ healthy growth.
Cook adzuki beans to make smooth red bean paste.
Boil granulated sugar and brown sugar to make a syrup.
Knead the red bean paste with syrup to create the Uiro filling.
Mix bracken starch and wheat flour.
Pour the Uiro mixture into molds and steam in a seiro
(traditional steamer).
Finished product
・The shelf life of Fresh Uiro varies by season. Please check before purchasing
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・Products contain wheat flour.
・Storing in a cool, dark place (18–25°C) is recommended as refrigeration may.
・harden the Uiro.
・Consume within the expiration date for optimal flavor.