This sculpted lollipop depicts an amber coloured Ryukin goldfish, crafted from translucent starch syrup. A common motif in amezaiku, the intricate design of the goldfish is achieved through swift rolling, pulling, twisting, and clipping applied to molten candy.
In Edo era Japan, mizuame starch syrup fuelled the rise of Amezaiku, a unique candy sculpting art. Street performers and merchants showcased the beaut ...