Sansaikan Fujisei
3-minute walk from Ichinoseki Station west exit. A specialty shop for experiencing Ichinoseki's mochi culture, which dates back to the Edo period when the town had its own 'mochi calendar.' The 'Ganso Hitokuchi Mochi-zen' (trademarked) was created in 1991. Freshly pounded mochi every morning, served in small portions with 9 toppings including zunda, anko, walnut, and egoma.
Tabelog 3.44 with 156 reviews. Easy to reach on foot from Ichinoseki Station — ideal for tourists. Reviews say 'nowhere else when in Ichinoseki' and 'the only place to truly experience mochi culture.' More tourists than locals, but the mochi expertise is genuine. The variety of small-portion toppings is well-received.