In its traditional form, mitarashi dango is made up of 5 small rice dumplings...skewered, grilled, and served with a sweet soy sauce glaze.
Legend has it that the inspiration for the snack came from a miraculous incident involving Emperor Go-Daigo (後醍醐天皇 1288-1339).
Wading in the Mitarashi Pond as part of the Mitarashi Matsuri.
Portrait of Emperor Go-Daigo.
The Ro-mon gate of Shimogamo-jinja decked in lanterns for the Mitarashi Matsuri.
Mitarashi dango served at Kamo Mitarashi Chaya 'Tea House' (加茂みたらし茶屋).