Issei Mochi Gummies

WOMAN-OWNED & MINORITY-OWNED

Everyone loves candies, especially my kids, who have a special affinity for chewy candies. They were always asking for gummy bears, sour gummies, and gummy worms. I wanted to find a way for my children to enjoy these treats without compromising on quality.

So I started experimenting with the time-honored tradition of mochi cakes at home. I baked them longer, added different ingredients, and drew from my own Japanese heritage, relying on the chewy texture of rice flour. They were a huge hit with my kids and their friends, and Issei Mochi Gummies was born.

I hope these little morsels will bring joy to you and to your family.

–Mika Shino

Weary of the various gummy snacks and candies her children often asked for, Mika sought to create something different. The more she learned about gelatin (the foundation of most chewy snacks) and its origins (boiled animal skin/bones), the more she was convinced that there has to be better options – something that did not have excessive sugar, artificial dyes, and gelatin.

This led Mika to explore the idea of mochi – a treasured, ancient Japanese treat. Tweaking on the mochi idea, but innovating to come up with something completely new, Issei Mochi Gummies was born.

Picture this: soft, chewy, pillowy texture, somewhere between a gummy bear and a marshmallow – infused with deliciously subtle flavors, dye-free colors from natural sources and zero gelatin. 

Our dream is to create foods that spark joy for a happy life. Enjoy Mochi Gummies straight from the package, or pair them with ice cream, yogurt, oatmeal, puddings, or your favorite dessert.