Candy drops that served as a symbol of hope for war orphan Setsuko have been on sale for more than 100 years, but their end is near.
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Candy from Ghibli’s Grave of the Fireflies disappearing as manufacturer goes out of business
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Casey Baseel
Nov 9, 2022 - Tweet
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- (candy • food • Ghibli food • Grave of the Fireflies • sakuma drops • Sakumashiki Drops • Studio Ghibli • sweets)
Nostalgic Japanese candy meets fragrant incense for a scent-sational retro treat that won’t rot your teeth or split your pants, but might burn a hole in your rug…
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