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"Established in the late Taisho era, this traditional Japanese confectionery shop continues to uphold the taste of handmade sweets. Their signature dorayaki (a sweet pancake filled with bean paste) is a perennial top-ranked favorite, consistently earning a spot on the Tabelog Sweets TOKYO 100 Best list since 2018 and also being selected for the Tabe"

"Located on the left side of Sensō-ji Temple's main hall, at the entrance of the Nishi-san-dō shopping street, this sweet shop is known for its long lines. They offer a variety of treats, including the famous jumbo melon pan, Japanese crafts, jumbo shaved ice, and a wide selection of soft serve ice cream! I ordered the jumbo melon pan (¥300) 🍴. Th"

"I went to the main store of Funawa! I wanted to visit the Funawa main store during my Asakusa sightseeing trip. It's an old established confectionery store founded in 1902. Funawa's confectionery is always sold at souvenir shops in Tokyo. My daughter doesn't like Japanese sweets, but she was tired, so we went in for a break. I looked over the"

"After visiting Yoshikami, I went to Asakusa Umeyuen. It's my favorite place to buy anmitsu in the department store food halls. Their agar-agar is just so delicious. This was my first time visiting their main store, and I had it there. You order by purchasing a ticket beforehand. They only accept cash. I ordered a coffee after my meal, a mat"

"The pastry was piping hot, with a thin, crispy crust and a warm, sweet bean paste filling. The sweetness was just right, making it delicious! It's the perfect snack for walking around. Be careful not to burn your mouth when you take a bite! Decide whether you want to start from the head or the tail, and then go for it! ^ ^"

"Totally geared towards tourists! The melon pan was overpriced and not even that good. The ice cream inside was cheap-tasting and not my favorite. The service was fast and friendly, though."

"This pudding shop is located a short distance down a side street from Kaminarimon Street. It seems to have been featured on TV many times, as photos from various programs are displayed in front of the shop, making it quite noticeable. Since there are chairs and tables set up, I enjoyed the "Asakusa Silk Pudding" as an eat-in treat. As its name su"

"I enjoyed the warm, freshly made mochi. Since it's not something you can eat on the go, I ate it behind the shop. The kinako mochi comes in a pack of 5 for 400 yen. They're small, but satisfying and filling. I wish the queue for purchasing was a bit more organized."

"I was looking for a place to relax during my stroll through Asakusa and stumbled upon this gem. It's a bit outside of the main Asakusa area, but it's quiet and peaceful with fewer crowds. Plus, the view is incredible! It's located along the Sumida River with a stunning vista of the Tokyo Skytree. The cake was absolutely delicious, leaving me comple"

"I visited on a Saturday afternoon in July 2024. It was a sweltering hot day, so there were fewer people in Asakusa than usual. And, to my surprise, there was only one group waiting in line at this shop, which is always packed. I thought, 'This is a sign! I have to go in!' So, dripping with sweat, I joined the line, my eyes fixed on the te"

"On September 23rd, a friend contacted me saying they were in Asakusa. I immediately thought, 'If they're at Sensō-ji Temple, they have to get some Tokiban-dō Rai-okoshi!' They ended up buying some for me. I plan to bring it to my colleagues. I first met them on September 20th and had a conversation for about six minutes, but I felt a lot of stre"

"Amidst the bustling atmosphere of Asakusa Temple's approach, a nostalgic aroma wafts from near the Asakusa Kokaido Hall. It's the sweet scent of freshly baked imo-kintsuba, emanating from the long-established wagashi shop, 'Mangan-do.' The thin outer crust encases a dense, moist sweet potato filling. A delightful blend of earthy sweetness and ric"

"I recently visited Asakusa Kujū, located on Nakamise-dori Street in Sensō-ji Temple. The shop is just a short walk from Sensō-ji Temple towards Asakusa Station. They are famous for their deep-fried manju (sweet buns), and there's always a line, but it's a quick turnover since it's takeout and the service is fast. They have about 10 different flavor"

"I visited on a hot day. The fluffy ice and delicious syrup were amazing. It's popular so there was a line, but it was worth the wait. There are many different flavors to choose from. I was a little concerned about the sweetness for someone my age, but the staff was very helpful and explained everything in detail. They even adjusted the amount of sy"

"This sweet shop is located just a 5-minute walk from Asakusa Station ✨ Their specialty is shiratama (glutinous rice dumplings)! They offer 6 different flavors, and you can enjoy multiple flavors at the same time ✨ - Black sesame kinako - Mitarashi (sweet soy sauce) - White sesame matcha - Zunda (edamame paste) - Anko (sweet bean paste) - Matcha "

"July 4, 2024 I got the roasted green tea (houjicha) ice cream cup! (¥500 including tax) I love matcha too, but I'm trying to be mindful of my caffeine intake, so I went with houjicha this time! The cute parent-and-child bears! ... They were mochi! 😁😁 They were on top of the ice cream, just on the front side, and I munched and crunched them! "

"I went there around 3 pm on Saturday with the purpose of having anmitsu (a Japanese dessert). I was lucky because there were seats available and I was able to get in right away. I ordered the special anmitsu. It was just the right amount of sweetness, the ice cream was delicious, and I was very satisfied! The atmosphere of the shop was also nice a"

"—Overall Impression——— We stopped by during a stroll through Asakusa. My wife wanted to try the sweet potato, and it was moist and smooth, perfect for a sugar rush during our walk. Even though it was a holiday weekend, we didn't have to wait in line too long. —Food——— Sweet potato —Service—— Takeout only. —Access——— Located at the intersection "

"**Asakusa Area, Tokyo** **人形焼き (Ningyo-yaki) Shop on Nakamise-dori Street, Sensoji Temple** I was drawn to the cute castella-style cakes. The molds are unique and feature retro designs that are representative of Asakusa, a place known for its temple. There are large lanterns, five-story pagodas, pigeons, and even a thunder god. The filling is s"

"As expected from 'Funawa'! I had the sweet potato soft serve, and for ¥400, the rich sweet potato and honey whipped cream flavors were so satisfying. I'm definitely going to try other items here! 💕"