Henba Mochi

　When visiting Ise, sweets are one of the highlights. Whilst Akafuku is by far the most popular, there are several other traditional sweets.

　One of these is ‘Henba Mochi’. The Miyagawa River marked the boundary of Ise Province. To cross it, travellers had to change to a boat and return their horses. It is said that the name derives from the fact that these rice cakes were eaten at this ‘Henba-sho’ (horse-returning station).

　It consists of mochi filled with smooth red bean paste and grilled on both sides; at the Oharaimachi branch, you can enjoy two pieces of mochi alongside a cup of tea.