Kakigōri (かき氷): What It Is, Ingredients & Origin
Kakigōri (かき氷) is a Japanese food classified as shaved ice. Ingredients listed for it include ice.
| Name in Japanese | かき氷 |
|---|---|
| Type | shaved ice |
| Main ingredients | ice |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- Showing the Japanese name (かき氷) on your phone is the easiest way to ask for it.
- Recipes and ingredients vary by region, shop and household. If you have a food allergy or dietary restriction, always confirm the ingredients with the shop before eating.
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