The Importance of the Sakuma Drops Candy in Grave of the Fireflies

Seita and Setsuko are living in a desperate situation. Homeless, starving and penniless, Sakuma Drops act as a glimmer of hope in a time of war.

Drops are hard and sweet candies and come in several fruity tastes. These mixed drops are packed in a cute tin container as seen in the Studio Ghibli

Grave of the Fireflies Sakuma Drops Candy

Sakuma Drops – The Candy of Grave of the Fireflies – A Geek in Japan

Grave of the Fireflies

Grave of the Fireflies, Ghibli Wiki

This image seems a bit cruel to be used as box art for a candy product. : r/anime

Sakuma Drops - Grave of Fireflies

Grave of the Fireflies, Ghibli Wiki

Sakuma Drops – The Candy of Grave of the Fireflies – A Geek in Japan

Grave of the Fireflies' Candy Maker Goes Bust as Costs Soar - Bloomberg