I visited the main store at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday. I have been to Mikkoya Butter Tarts and Mikkoya SUNAJI before, but this was my first time at the main store. There was a man sitting outside the shop, but he didn't seem to be entering, so when I tried to enter, he spoke to me and explained that the water and towels were self-service. After receiving the explanation, I entered the shop. When I tried to go to the back tatami seating area, I was told, "The left side (from the front) has speakers and may be noisy, so it's better to go to the opposite side," so I obediently went to the right side. At the stage of considering my order, the air conditioning was extremely cold. It was so cold that I thought it was midwinter. So, I didn't feel like eating shaved ice... I wanted to order a baked sweet potato, but they only had the large size left, so I was told, "It's a portion that you could share between two people," so I hesitated. Then, I was advised, "If you order the sweet potato with ice cream, it's just the right amount," so I obediently followed the advice. ----- Taste Feedback ----- Him: Coffee that goes well with sweet potato (hot) Me: Coffee that goes well with sweet potato (iced) Shared item: Sweet potato with ice cream, Nakazaki Potato In the end, despite complaining about how cold it was, I preferred to order an iced drink as I like to drink it cold. He, being wise, ordered a hot drink. The order arrived promptly. To sum up the taste feedback... 【Nakazaki Potato】It's like a high-end version of sweet potatoes. It's drizzled with honey, so be careful as it drips easily when eating. Delicious. 【Sweet Potato with Ice Cream】It looks exactly as it sounds, and it's delicious. The ice cream is made from sweet potatoes, and the inside is also naturally sweet potato, yet it's not too rich or overwhelming. It has a sticky texture and the sherbet-like ice cream both have different personalities, making it easy to eat. 【Coffee that goes well with sweet potato】I came to eat sweet potatoes this time, so I thought the coffee would be ordinary, but it was a taste that I really liked. (Despite my hobby of cafe hopping) I'm not good with black coffee, but I didn't feel any bitterness and it was refreshing and easy to drink. It was my favorite among the ones I tasted. ------------------- ・It can get crowded at certain times, but there are also times when it's not busy, so it's worth aiming for. ・The staff were friendly and kind, and it was nice that they were helpful in various ways. ・The seat was not great as the air conditioning was too cold, but sweet potato desserts have less guilt, making it enjoyable to eat. Thank you for the meal!

After a three-year hiatus, I visited Mikkoya for the fourth time for lunch at the Kusodarei Nakazaki store. We arrived around 1 pm and were lucky to get in without waiting in line. I ordered the sweet potato and ice cream (720 yen) while my husband ordered the sweet potato sundae (name uncertain) (720 yen). I identify as a sweet potato lover, having tried various sweet potato sweets and even ordering them online. The sweet potato and ice cream at Mikkoya always excites me with its appearance and taste. It's delicious, cute, satisfying, and fills me up. Although I enjoy processed sweet potato treats, I ultimately prefer simple ones like dried sweet potatoes, baked sweet potatoes, and steamed sweet potatoes. My husband's sundae had a well-thought-out combination that tasted delicious no matter which part I tried. This time, the bottom part was coffee jelly, but I heard you can also choose hojicha jelly, which I definitely want to try next time. I also wanted to try the limited-time recommended shaved ice and the zenzai that's recommended in winter, but I haven't had the chance yet. I also wanted to buy the Potato University as a souvenir, but we had other plans for the day, so I had to give up on that today! I will definitely come back again!!!

The restaurant was about to close, but they still seated us. I already liked sweet potatoes, but I love them even more now! It was hot, so I had the chilled sweet potato and a sundae. It was refreshing and I devoured it quickly.

I ordered sweet potato chips and candied sweet potatoes. The restaurant is divided into two sections, and the interior space is spacious. The portion of the chips was quite generous, so I was very satisfied. The candied sweet potatoes were pleasantly sweet and I couldn't stop eating them.

It was around noon on a weekday, so there weren't any other customers in the eat-in area, allowing me to relax. Some people stopped by to get takeout. I ordered sweet potato ice cream. It had a gentle sweetness, so I could enjoy it without feeling guilty. I'm curious about the drinks that go well with sweet potatoes.

I bought sweet potato chips. I was happy to find some purple sweet potatoes in them too. The sweetness of the sweet potato itself wasn't too strong, but it had a honey coating which made it sweet. They were delicious and crispy on the same day as recommended. Next time, I want to try their sweet potato ice cream.

This shop, which used to have lines as long as a pachinko parlor before opening, can now be entered relatively easily on weekdays without waiting. I had only bought sweet potatoes for takeout before, but since there was no line, I decided to go in for the first time. The rumored handsome staff member was still there, and I was able to enjoy delicious sweet potato sweets. The parfait and ice cream were also very tasty, not just the sweet potato part. In the end, I bought roasted sweet potatoes as usual on the way back and was very satisfied.

Visited Mikkoya Main Store in Nakazakicho for work on a tiring Thursday. The sweet smell of roasted sweet potatoes lured me in during my lunch break. I've always wanted to visit this shop, but never had the chance before. This time, I seized the opportunity with my hungry stomach. Instead of roasted sweet potatoes and coffee, I decided to try the Sweet Potato Sundae. You can choose between coffee jelly or hojicha jelly at the bottom. I went with hojicha since I had coffee in the morning. The soft serve and sweet potato paste were delicious. The crispy chips added a nice touch. I enjoyed dipping them in the ice cream. I would love to try their zenzai next time. Will definitely visit again.

I revisited after a year. As it gets hotter, I crave soft serve ice cream and ice cream. - Sweet potato and ice cream 720 yen - Baked sweet potato sundae 720 yen The base of the soft serve is either "roasted green tea jelly" or "coffee jelly." This time, I chose coffee jelly.

This is a pioneering shop in the Kansai sweet potato dessert culture. On weekdays, the eat-in space is divided in half, but it's relatively easy to get a seat. One good point here is that they change the sweets based on the type of sweet potato they use (or maybe they change the sweet potato based on the sweets they make? (laughs)). The popular dessert that combines baked sweet potato and ice cream uses a silky sweet potato (similar to Anno sweet potato). The ice cream is a light ice cream type made from sweet potato. The white one uses dried sweet potato. The dessert with fried sweet potato drizzled with sweet syrup uses the traditional moist and fluffy Naruto Kintoki sweet potato. This one has a rich taste because of the combination of fried sweet potato and sweet syrup, so it's better if the sweet potato itself is a bit lighter. If it were a silky sweet potato, it would be too rich, and the lightness of the ice cream complements the dessert well. They really put thought into it. The sweet potato and ice cream combination is excellent! I had imagined the fried one to be crispy with syrup, but it turned out to be more gooey than I expected. Both are priced at 720 yen and 640 yen, which is great in this day and age. I will definitely visit again!

I heard from a friend that there is a recommended sweet potato shop near Spice Salon Babiru no To, so I visited. They offer both eat-in and takeout options. I tried the ordered sweet potato (small) for 580 yen. They mix the sweet potato with honey after you place your order. The sweet potato slices were something new to me, and they were delicious with a fluffy texture. It was a cold day and I got takeout, so I couldn't choose, but next time I want to try the baked sweet potato sundae. Thank you for the meal!

I wanted to eat sweet potato sweets, so I went to "Mitsukoya" in Nakazakicho. I ordered sweet potato and ice cream and ate it, but the combination of hot, fluffy sweet potato and cold ice cream was amazing. It was so delicious that I almost wanted to order more. They have various other menu items, so I plan to go back and try something different.

I went to the Mikkoya main store, which I love sweet potatoes. I didn't have time to eat inside the store, so I got a sweet potato to go. They didn't have the university sweet potato... too bad. I chose the Kogane variety. It was a little dry, but the baked sweet potato was still delicious. I want to go try a different variety of baked sweet potato next time.

When walking towards Miyakojima Street from Tenroku Nakazaki Shotengai, I often passed by the shop called "Mitsuka-ya" and was always curious about it. I often see young women and couples enjoying sweets made with sweet potatoes inside the shop, but I rarely see middle-aged men eating there. I thought it was a shop that I had no connection to, but when I found out that they offer takeout of sweet potato chips called "Nakazaki Potato," I decided to buy some and bring them home. These are not your ordinary sweet potato chips, they are coated with original sweet potato honey. They come in two sizes, large for 920 yen and small for 580 yen. I purchased the small size this time. I quickly brought them home and tried them. They had a crispy texture and the sweet potato honey coating was not overly sweet, balancing well with the sweetness of the sweet potato. The subtle saltiness within the sweetness was addictive, and with each bite, the flavor of the sweet potato expanded. At first, I thought the portion might be too much, but I finished them in no time. I think "Nakazaki Potato" is a luxurious adult treat. Next time, I would like to buy the large size. Thank you for the meal!

Specializing in sweet potato desserts, Mikkouya in Nakazakicho uses carefully selected ingredients for their creations. - Sweet Potato and Ice Cream: ¥720 This dessert features a whole sweet potato topped with two types of ice cream. The sweet potato is soft and naturally sweet, and when the ice cream melts, it creates a delicious combination that is irresistible. - Seasonal Homemade Drink: Citrus from Tanegashima - ¥420 (¥480 for individual purchase) In addition to sweet potato desserts, they offer other treats like baked sweet potatoes and sweet potato chips. With a tempting menu, it's the perfect place for sweet potato lovers. As the season for baked sweet potatoes approaches, their takeout menu is also extensive, making it a great option for gifts. #Mikkouya #Nakazakicho #OsakaGourmet #OsakaCafe #OsakaLunch #KansaiGourmet #KansaiCafe #KansaiLunch #AutumnSweets #SweetPotato #SweetPotatoDesserts #FoodBlogger #InstaFood #Foodie #OsakaFoodScene #UmedaGourmet #UmedaCafe #Umeda #Nakazakicho

I walked back while strolling through the longest shopping street in Osaka, the Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street, which is known for its famous sweet potato shop just a step away. It's always crowded on holidays. It was too crowded inside, so I decided to enjoy their sweet potato stick, soft serve ice cream, and cold sweet potato hojicha jelly on a bench outside their affiliated shaved ice shop across the street. It was luxurious and delicious.

The super popular honey shop! I finally got a chance to go because they opened a new store. It was a bit crowded when I arrived, but I didn't mind as I enjoyed my sweets time. I had the sweet potato parfait, which was sliced into rounds making it easy to eat. The sweet potato chips added a nice crunch when eaten with the ice cream. For drinks, I had an iced coffee made with slightly acidic beans. Personally, I'm not a fan of sour coffee, but overall it was a great experience. The shop always has a line, but if you wait a bit, you can get a table. It's worth the wait. Thank you for the delicious meal!

In the shopping street of Nakazaki-cho, there is a specialty sweet potato shop. I don't like sweet potatoes, but I went along with my friend's request... It was a holiday, so the place was packed with a two-group wait. Even after us, there was a long line of people waiting, and takeout orders kept coming without a break! With such popularity, I thought maybe I could start to like sweet potatoes too! However, I was completely disappointed. The sweet potatoes were just sweet potatoes after all. My friend also said they wouldn't come back. We ordered the "Sweet Potato and Ice Cream" and the "Grilled Sweet Potato Sundae," both priced at 720 yen each, which is quite expensive, considering that the wet towel and water are self-service. I don't think it's worth the cost. For the "Grilled Sweet Potato Sundae," you can choose between hojicha jelly or coffee jelly, but even though I ordered hojicha jelly, it came with coffee jelly inside... With so many people waiting behind us, I couldn't bring myself to ask for a change.

There are more sweet potato sweets shops popping up in the shopping street recently. I was curious about the long line I saw. - Sweet Potato and Ice Cream: 720 yen. A warm and sweet baked sweet potato topped with two types of sweet potato ice cream, creating a warm and cold dessert. - Baked Sweet Potato Sundae: 720 yen. Rich sweet potato soft serve with smooth fruit pulp and sweet potato chips as toppings. Underneath the soft serve is a choice of "roasted green tea jelly" or "coffee jelly". I chose the roasted green tea jelly. The soft serve is drizzled with sweet potato syrup and chilled baked sweet potato. The crispy texture of the sweet potato chips is delightful.

In Nishinomiya, I had ramen with gyoza and then returned to the local Tenroku area. I visited "Mitsuka-ya Nakazaki-cho Honten" in the Ten-go shopping street for takeout after a long time. The store has been renovated and looks a bit different now, more like a trendy cafe. It used to mainly sell baked sweet potatoes and university sweet potatoes, but now it has a modern atmosphere. Even though there was seating inside, it seemed to be for female groups and couples only, haha. I bought the "Nakazaki Potato (large)" and "Potato Daigaku (small)" - two items. The Nakazaki Potato is sweet potato chips coated with sweet potato syrup, sweet and crispy. It has a slightly salty taste at first, but you can't stop eating it. The Potato Daigaku is basically sweet potato cut into chunks with the skin on. It's very sweet and gooey with sweet potato syrup. I bought the small size, but I was told I should have gotten the large one. I didn't think I would eat it all, but I couldn't resist. I divided it into three parts, so it was fine, but I wanted more. Sweet potatoes never get boring, right? They are so delicious! I will definitely buy them again somewhere else. Thank you for the meal!