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 | | In a excavation of a Jomon-era archeological site, the carbonized remains of baked cookies made from chestnut powder was discovered, indicating a possible existence of a snack. |
 | | Until sugar was introduced in 16th century, wagashi was sweetened with mizuame, suikazura, and fresh and dried fruits. |
 | | Diaries and records from these times write about how treasured dried fruits like persimmons and wild raisins were. |
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