Mitarashi dango is a traditional Japanese sweet made from rice flour. It consists of small, round dumplings that are skewered on a stick and typically grilled. The dumplings are often coated with a sweet soy sauce glaze, giving them a savory-sweet flavor. This treat is commonly enjoyed during festivals and is associated with the Mitarashi Festival held at Shimogamo Shrine in Kyoto. The festival celebrates the arrival of summer and the connection between the dumplings and the river, symbolizing purification and good fortune.