Manju are a type of Chinese-style steamed bun that typically have sweet fillings such as red bean paste. They are a broad category of dessert that come in hundreds of varieties and vary greatly from one region of Japan to the next. The bun is bread-like with a slightly sticky and chewy texture. In some cases, manju are filled with savory items such as pork and aren't a dessert. Manju have a long history in Japan as they first arrived