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Tokoroten is a dish in Japanese cuisine made from jelly extracted from seaweeds such as tengusa (Gelidiaceae) and ogonori (Gracilaria) by boiling. Pressed against a device jelly is shaped into noodles. Unlike gelatin desserts tokoroten has a firmer texture. Flavorings vary from region to region and can include variations of vinegar soy sauce hot pepper or sesame.Kanten (agar 寒天 lit.
