Kohakutou (Edible Crystals)
Kohakutou is a traditional Japanese sweet often described as edible crystals or Japanese crystal candy. With its crunchy outer shell and soft jelly-like centre, it looks like sparkling gemstones and tastes just as unique.
What is Kohakutou?
Kohakutou is a Japanese candy made from agar and sugar, forming a crisp outer layer and soft centre. Its crystal-like appearance is why it’s often called edible crystals.
Is Kohakutou the same as Japanese crystal candy?
Yes — kohakutou is the original form of Japanese crystal candy. It is a traditional Japanese sweet made from agar and sugar, known for its crunchy outer shell and soft jelly-like centre.
Today, the term “Japanese crystal candy” is often used more broadly to describe modern versions inspired by kohakutou, including new flavours, colours and creative designs.
At Vivid Candy, we create handmade kohakutou in Australia, bringing this classic treat to life with vibrant colours and bold flavours.
Our range includes both the classic Japanese crystal candy (kohakutou), crunchy clusters and our signature creations like crystal candy with marshmallow — a glittery shell with that satisfying snap and a gooey marshmallow centre.
Handmade in Brisbane. Shipped Australia-wide. Freshly packed in small batches, with flavours like Berry Duo, Honey Peach, Lime Cream, Mango-Orange, Berry Duo, Tropical Punch and more.
If you’re looking for edible crystals that look as good as they taste, you’re in the right place.
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Crystal Candy Ultimate Experience – Japanese, Marshmallow & Clusters (15 pcs)
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Berry Bliss Crystal Clusters (Strawberry + Blueberry)
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Crunch & Colour Duo – Japanese Crystal Candy + Clusters (10 pcs)
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Personalised Crunch & Colour Crystal Candy Gift Box
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Let customers speak for us
Lime and coconut sounds simple until you try it. The crystal shell snaps, then the marshmallow goes soft and pillowy underneath, all tropical tang and sweetness. Tastes like a holiday. My kids fought over the last one.
Honestly didn’t expect candy to be this beautiful. The crystal pieces shimmer like tiny gemstones, and the crunch is so satisfying. Personalised the box for my mum’s birthday and she nearly cried. Tastes as good as it looks. Buying again the non gift version myself toox
The flavours are really delicious, the texture is very fun! Arrived very quickly and was a lovely sweet snack over the week. My favourite is the blueberry & mango! The flavours are more sophisticated than other crystal candy brands I've tried.
was a bit apprenhensive after trying crystal candy previously from another popular brand and was so disappointed, but trying Vivid Candy gave me some faith back, I'm so impressed!
was a bit apprenhensive after trying crystal candy from another popular brand and was so disappointed. But trying Vivid Candy's flavours, I'm so impressed! The flavours are really delicious and nice and sweet, the texture is very fun. Arrived very quickly and was a lovely snack over the week. My favourite is the blueberry & mango!
Proper crunchy shell, tart blueberry, then soft creamy cheesecake marshmallow. That tangy finish got me. Strong flavour,and I like it
Lime hits sharp, vanilla rounds it out. The crunch into the jelly centre is the bit that got me. Fast shipment
, no stickiness. Will reorder, this and another flavour
Excellent! The smell and taste are not overpowered just nice.
I bought this out of curiosity after seeing crystal candy videos online and wow, the crunch is so satisfying! The variety pack is perfect because every piece tastes a little different, so it never gets boring. My favourite part was guessing the flavours. Fresh, colourful, and surprisingly addictive!
Bought this as a birthday gift for my best friend and it was the star of the night! The personalised message made it feel extra special, and everyone was obsessed with the colourful crystal candy. We spent ages crunching, sharing, and taking photos before eating it. Fun, unique, and definitely gift-worthy!
This was my favourite! It was the perfect amount of sourness, not too overpowering.
The crunch and the flavours 🤩 also the packaging was nice to open. It really does feel like you are treating yourself.
Got this personalised box for my daughter and she absolutely loved it! Such a gorgeous, yummy gift. Will definitely buy again.
I like the separate packagings, a liitle too sweet but still taste good, nice and crispy.
Honestly didn’t expect to enjoy these this much. The crunch is super satisfying without being too hard, and the flavours actually taste bold instead of overly sugary. Berry Bliss and Tropical Zing were my favourites. The colours look amazing in person too, almost too pretty to eat. Opened the box thinking I’d just try one… ended up finishing half the pack in one sitting 😂