also: とじき
egg-shaped glutinous rice ball (Heian, Kamakura periods); tray or container for serving rice balls
Historical term for a type of rice ball and the tray used to serve it, primarily from the Heian and Kamakura periods. The food sense is the primary meaning; the container sense is secondary and less common.
Tunjiki are said to have been served at ceremonies in the Heian period.
The term 'tunjiki' appears in ancient documents.
Alternate kanji form; less common.
Alternate reading; less common.
The exact derivation is uncertain. The kanji 屯 (gathering) and 食 (food) suggest a food item associated with gatherings or military provisions, but this is speculative.