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These treats express romantic feelings and deeper affection.

• Macarons (マカロン) → “You’re one of a kind.”

Their colorful, elegant packaging conveys exclusivity and charm, making it the perfect gift for that special someone. 

• Candies (キャンディー) → “I like you.”

Their long lasting taste symbolizes a wish for a long, sweet relationship.  If you’re looking for something more 和 (wa), Japanese taste, Konpeito (金平糖) would be a great choice. 

• Madeleine (マドレーヌ) → “I want us to be closer.”

Its shell shape symbolizes harmony and deepening relationships.

• Caramel (キャラメル) → “I feel safe with you.”

The slow-melting texture represents a warm, trusting bond. 

• Baumkuchen (バウムクーヘン) → “Hope our happiness never ends.”

Its tree-ring-like layers represent growing together over time.

These are given out of politeness or as a friendly gesture, with no romantic intent.

• Cookies (クッキー) → “Let’s stay friends.”

Their crisp texture suggests a lighthearted, casual relationship.

• White Chocolate (ホワイトチョコ) → “Let’s keep things as they are.”

The “blank slate” color implies no romantic progression.

• Marshmallows (マシュマロ) → “I’m not interested in you that way.”

Since they dissolve quickly, they symbolize a fleeting connection.

• Gummies (グミ) → “I don’t really like you.”

Their chewiness and tendency to melt quickly can symbolize an unpleasant or short-lived connection.

• Mug (マグカップ) → “I want to stay-in and relax with you.”

Since mugs are typically used in a home, it suggests a longing for a comfortable relationship. 

• Socks (靴下) → “I’m comfortable with you.” & “I want you by my side.”

Since they are worn directly on the body, they symbolize intimacy.

• Accessories (アクセサリー) → “You’re mine.”

Necklaces suggest exclusivity (like a collar).  Bracelets suggest possessiveness (like handcuffs).  

• Handkerchief (ハンカチ) → “I want to break up.”

The kanji for handkerchief (手巾, shukin) can be read as tegire which means cutting ties.