Dried Persimmon x Butter x Mascarpone: East Meets West in One Daifuku
The star of the "Dried Persimmon Butter Daifuku" is dried persimmon (hoshigaki), an autumn flavor that has long been cherished in Japan.
The concentrated, natural sweetness unique to dried persimmon is layered with a cream that combines butter's rich body and mascarpone's mellow smoothness.
The gentle sweetness of anko (sweet red bean paste) then wraps around everything, letting the appeal of Japanese ingredients and dairy come together in a single bite.
Dried persimmon and anko are time-honored Japanese ingredients, while butter and mascarpone are more commonly used in Western confectionery.
Combining Japanese and Western elements creates a rich, smooth flavor that sets this daifuku apart from anything that has come before.
A "Dried Persimmon Butter Daifuku" That Also Pairs Well With Wine
The concentrated sweetness of dried persimmon meets the creamy richness of butter and mascarpone, with the gentle sweetness of anko layered on top — the "Dried Persimmon Butter Daifuku" is a daifuku that invites slow enjoyment not only with tea, but with wine as well.
Alongside its role as an everyday treat, it can also be enjoyed as an "adult wagashi" paired with wine.
Moon Viewing Isn't Just Dango — Try an "Adult Tsukimi" With Daifuku and Wine This Year
Tsukimi (moon viewing) is one of Japan's cherished autumn traditions.
It is a long-standing custom of offering tsukimi dango and giving thanks for the autumn harvest, but this year, why not try a different approach and gaze at the moon with an "adult Tsukimi" featuring daifuku and wine?
Amid busy daily life, time to slowly gaze at the moon can be surprisingly rare.
For this year's Tsukimi, after finishing work and household chores for the day, try setting out a glass of red wine and the "Dried Persimmon Butter Daifuku," and take just a little time to gaze at the moon.
Benzaiten proposes this kind of "adult Tsukimi" — a way to savor the long autumn nights.
Product Information
- Product name: Dried Persimmon Butter Daifuku
- Price: ¥1,390 (tax included)
- On sale from: September 1, 2026
- Available at:
- Official online store (sold as part of the "Autumn Flavors 6-Variety Assortment")
- Benzaiten stores nationwide (some locations may not carry this item)
