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confectionery commemorating the new Imperial era

The new Imperial era is called the Reiwa era. This pair of red (pink) and white manju confectionery were created to commemorate the change in era. Red and white confectionery or mochi rice cakes are often bought or made as propitious (good fortune) items. The red and white paper wrapping is also used for celebrations or good luck. written on red and white gift paper, also stamped on white manju Reiwa 令和 , pink o-iwai 祝 celebration, commemoration