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"I am so grateful for the warm and friendly service with a smile! I have always loved the chocolates at Satie, they are so delicious. I have been buying them at Mitsukoshi's Satie since I was a child. The staff are so kind and helpful, and I always feel happy when I enjoy their chocolates. If you are looking for chocolates, I highly recommend Satie!"

"August 15th (Thursday), around 2 PM I waited about 30 minutes to be seated inside. The space was so pleasant that it wasn't a hardship. I ordered the 'Ice Gobo Bin' (a type of Japanese dessert). It was quite large, but I didn't get bored and finished it all. The price for a single item is under ¥2,000 before tax. A set with matcha or hojicha tea"

"My family was delighted with the souvenirs I brought back from my trip home. The main store has limited-edition fresh sweets ❤️ The cute confectionery (冨貴寄) assortment cans come in a range of prices, making them perfect for gifts ❤️ I was wondering what to bring back for my family. I was going to see relatives and a few friends at my parents' hous"

"Jean-Paul Hévin, which opened in June 2023 on the second basement floor of Mitsukoshi Ginza, is known for its delicious macarons. I visited to purchase some. I bought an 8-piece macaron box (¥2,916). The macarons have a subtle sweetness, allowing you to savor the flavors of the ingredients. They have a light, chewy texture that is addictive. The 8 "

"Located a short walk from Higashi-Ginza Station, towards Tsukiji. Turn left before crossing the bridge and you'll find the shop on the corner. It's a super cute shop! Each donut is 50 yen, but you can get 10 for 450 yen, and even better deals for larger quantities ⭐. I bought 10 donuts this time, 2 of each of 5 different flavors. ◆ Chocola"

"A delightful treat perfect for gifts! "Baum Spitz" is a classic German confection. It's a bite-sized baumkuchen coated in Swiss sweet chocolate. The fluffy baumkuchen is cut into bite-sized pieces and generously coated in chocolate. The chocolate is crisp and delicious right out of the refrigerator. It's also delicious when the chocolate softens "

"I discovered this place through a feature in Hanako magazine and ordered online, picking it up in person. The strawberry shortcake, a 6-inch (18cm diameter) cake, cost ¥10,690. It came with a reusable cooler bag for carrying it home. The cake had a strong, delightful homemade feel. Since it was a pre-order, it felt like it was made fresh right be"

"A real hit after a long time! The menu is small, but every item is a joy to choose from. The parfait, which I tried for the first time, was not overly sweet, but refreshing and delicious. And then, various ingredients kept coming out. This time I only had the parfait, but I'm really looking forward to trying the other dishes. The complimentary te"

"A classic, long-established coffee shop! It's a historic coffee shop that makes you think only a select few could have frequented it in the past. The revolving door is a famous feature. I visited around 2:00 PM on a weekday and was told there was a one-hour wait. There was a line going up the stairs to the second floor, with the end of the line b"

"CAFE OHZAN 2024 Seasonal Limited Item Autumn Icing Stick Rusk Everything about it is cute, a truly adorable dessert. Whether you're buying it for yourself, giving it as a gift, or receiving it, it's a wonderful dessert that brings smiles to everyone. It's said to be made with an abundance of autumn flavors like sweet potato, chestnut, and apple."

"It's located in the basement of Ginza Mitsukoshi. This place became famous for its Dōjima Roll, but personally, I really love their slender fruit rolls. Although it originated in Dōjima, Osaka, it seems they now have stores from Hokkaido in the north to Hakata in the south, and even in Korea, China, and Hong Kong."

"Limited-time-only corn bread that you have to wait in line for! I visited the "Aoyama Ginza Mitsukoshi Store" directly connected to Ginza Station. Arriving around 5:30 PM on a weekday, there was a considerable crowd. A few of the limited-time-only corn breads (sold from 5 PM) were left, so I was able to snag one before they sold out. It took a lit"

"I visited around 5 PM on a holiday. There were 5 groups ahead of me (about a 5-minute wait). 《Order》 ♢Freshly baked Financier 238 yen x 2 I used to buy these often as a dessert after lunch, but it's been a while since I last came! This time, I bought them as a small souvenir. I hate waiting in line, so I always bought them when there wasn't a"

"As this was a souvenir, I can't really give an overall opinion, but it was delicious. When you think of dorayaki, it's usually two dorayaki skins with anko filling in between. However, this product uses a single dorayaki skin folded over to enclose the anko. The skin was chewy, and the anko had a slightly bland flavor. As a long-established "

"Lenôtre Ginza Mitsukoshi Store Ginza Mitsukoshi Main Building, Basement 2nd Floor Lenôtre, known as one of the top French maisons, was founded by Gaston Lenôtre, considered the "Father of French Pastry" for laying the foundation of modern French confectionery. The sweets division relaunched in Japan in 2019. This time, we visited the Ginza Mitsukos"

"Iwate Prefecture's Antenna Shop! 📡 While strolling through Ginza, I sought refuge from the heat and entered the shop. When you think of "Iwate," the Chuson-ji Temple's Golden Hall comes to mind. Jjejeje!😲 And let's not forget about the two-way star, Shohei Ohtani, ⚾️ and the Koiwai Farm's Makiba Garden. 🐄 Here, they offer soft serve ice cream 🍦 a"

"I visited on a weekday morning, and it was quite busy. As expected from the location, the interior is stylish, as seen in everyone's photos. Some cafes offer passion tea when decaf takes time, while others don't. This one did, so I'd give the service 4 stars. The second floor seating is a bit cramped due to its unusual shape."

"They even had a cafe au lait flavor exclusive to the Mitsukoshi store, which was adorable. They have seasonal boxes where you can choose your own macarons, and the boxes are so cute I can't bear to throw them away. Even the paper bags are so cute I want to keep them forever. I also have Ladurée cosmetics, so buying macarons is always a treat. They'"

"Their cakes are incredibly popular, and there are always lines at every store. The Mitsukoshi Ginza store is especially crazy, I think! 😂 This time, I tried their baked goods! Conclusion! They have a high-quality feel, which is great!!! However, the taste is still like their cakes. It can't compare to the impact of their cakes, but the quality "

"I visited "Rodas", a scone specialty store located in Ginza Mitsukoshi, directly connected to Ginza Station. It's on the B2 floor of Ginza Mitsukoshi. I arrived around 3 pm on a Sunday, and there were a few people in front of the store. I was able to check out quickly. I bought a plain clotted cream scone for 297 yen and a chocolate-cassis rais"

"Perhaps because it was the three-day weekend after New Year's, there was a longer line than usual. I really like their green shiso-flavored ohagi, which is refreshing and light, unlike other ohagi. This time, I also bought some spring-themed sweets like flower-shaped mochi, dango, and sakura mochi."

"Located right in front of you after exiting Ginza Station on the Hibiya Line, A5 exit. The shop is on the 7th floor, so it might be a bit hard to find. There is a sign in front of the elevator on the first floor, and you need to make an online reservation in advance to enter the shop. You will receive an email notification when your time slot arriv"

"Located in the basement of the building on the right, just after turning right on the first street to the right from the Ginza 4-chome intersection. This time, I used it for morning. For morning, you can add a waffle or toast to your favorite drink for +300 yen. So the total is around 1000 yen. I chose a blend coffee and a waffle. The sto"

"I was seated at the counter. As mentioned in other reviews, the restaurant was not well-organized and appeared cluttered. I was most shocked to see a Tupperware container and other miscellaneous items stored in an unused toaster. The food was decent, but it was greasy and the curry smell lingered even after brushing my teeth."

"This is a shop specializing in sweet potato desserts. It's often crowded, and I couldn't get in for a while, so I gave up on eating in. But I was able to get in a little earlier than usual. It's a pre-payment system, where you order and pay at the takeout window before entering. I thought it would be nice if they could improve this system to make"

"I used to subscribe to the Dalloyau macaron subscription service. For ¥1000 a month, you get one macaron every day. (However, the macarons around Valentine's Day are given on different days.) Since macarons usually cost around ¥300 each, I think it's a great deal. I usually choose classic flavors like pistachio, vanilla, chocolate, and raspbe"

"Open from 8 am, the cafe has a spacious interior, perfect for enjoying a leisurely morning. The charming female staff provided kind and hospitable service, making for a wonderful start to the day. As I'm visiting from overseas, I won't be able to come often, but I'll definitely stop by again when I'm in Ginza. I was delighted when they complimented"

"The shop has a retro and calming atmosphere! ✨ The clientele was mostly female groups. I was there for the Japanese chestnut Mont Blanc🎵 It was incredibly rich! The whipped cream wasn't too sweet and paired perfectly with the meringue base!! The tableware was also stylish and exciting. All the coffee is drip-brewed, a genuine European style with a "