We tried the “Warabi Mochi and Matcha” set at Chidoriya Soke Ashiya near JR Ashiya Station’s south exit. The chilled, jiggly sweets were delicious.

We tried the Valentine’s limited-edition “Bitter Mont Blanc” at Ujien Kissako Ashiya, a tea café on the 1st floor of Mont et Mer, directly connected to JR Ashiya Station.