The History of Eirakuan

Since opening in 1909, for more than a hundred years we have been beloved by not only local people, but also by people from abroad as Takarazuka delicacy. We treasure our history and tradition, but we also work hard every day so that people will still choose us.

Since our opening in 1909, for more than 100 years we have made only Takara-monaka.

Founded by Matsuo Sadakichi. The Takara Monaka was created through simple interactions between Matsuo Sadakichi and his close friend, Kobayashi Ichizo, the founder of Hankyu Corporation, during a time when the entire Takarazuka area started to blossom with the opening of a hot spring and the Hankyu Railway. It was a result of much trial and error with the aim of creating a sweet that would be beloved by customers. Since then, it has been beloved by everyone.

永楽庵　寳もなか　宝塚

Dedication of the Eirakuan

We use 100% Dainagon azuki beans from Tokachi, Hokkaido.
We carefully extract the natural sweetness and umami from the azuki beans.
We handmake each one of them with the greatest attention to the temperature and the amount of water so that people can enjoy the perfect texture.

We continue to make Takara Monaka using a closely guarded recipe passed down in the family.
We maintain attention to detail not only in the taste, but also in the appearance. We make each Takara Monaka carefully by hand, wishing good fortune to those that may eat it.

Treasure Collection

Each Takara-monaka has an icon with a special meaning which brings good fortune.
One way to enjoy this would be to pick the icon which best suits your mood.