Renewed Hankyu Department Store in Umeda, where I purchased two limited edition items from the basement floor. The store is different this time, but when booking a hotel in Osaka, I often stay along the Tanimachi or Yotsubashi subway lines, which brings me close to Hankyu Department Store. This time, after three years, I visited Osaka for the first time since the pandemic, and it was quite crowded on the weekend, with the newly reopened store attracting a lot of people. The store seems to have moved, but the iconic white Parthenon temple still welcomes visitors. In the evening, there were 5-6 people waiting in line at the register. I patiently waited in line and purchased the following two items, which I also sampled in the hotel before sending them to my family: - Gute de Roi Matcha (5 pieces, tax excluded \800): A limited edition item only available in the Kansai region, not sold online, so you have to go to Kansai to get it. Opening the deep green packaging reveals a matcha-flavored chocolate on a matching deep green rusk. The gold powder shines. The matcha chocolate has just the right amount of sweetness and a strong aroma of Uji matcha. The rusk has a crispy texture with matcha kneaded into it, giving off a blue yet fragrant scent. This is why I always buy it when I come to Osaka. - Gute de Roi Hanshin Tigers Model, small bag (8 pieces, tax excluded \580): This is not a limited edition item, but it is only sold in this store in Kansai with a unique package. As a fan of orange, I couldn't resist buying it. The rusk inside is consistently delicious with the sweetness of white sugar and a crispy texture with a buttery flavor. Regardless of the packaging, it's top-notch. While some may say the simple Gute de Roi is the best, I believe the region-limited matcha rusk stands on par with the simple rusk, forming a perfect duo. This is my second review. Whenever I come to Osaka, I always end up buying these rusks. Thank you for the delicious treats.

In the Depachika of Hankyu Department Store, there is always a long line at "Gateau Festa Harada". Sometimes the line is short, so whenever I come here, I make sure to check it out. This time, there were only about 3 people in line. A chance! I was planning to buy the regular one for my family, but I found something different. It's a Hanshin Tigers version. The content is the same as the regular rusk, but the packaging is Hanshin Tigers themed. Yellow and black stripes with the Tigers logo. It's officially approved by the Tigers, so it's not a fake Tigers product. The Tigers are doing great this year, right? It's becoming more of a reality. When that happens, I'm sure there will be various Tigers-themed products coming out. I couldn't resist buying this! They put it in a Hanshin Tigers-themed paper bag (free), which I didn't plan to take since I had another bag, but when I saw it, I wanted it. Let's enjoy it as soon as we get home! The individually wrapped rusks inside are also Tigers-themed. The rusk itself is the same. It's crispy and slightly sweet with sugar. It must be popular. It tastes even better because I only have it occasionally. If I could buy it all the time, I probably wouldn't be so desperate. I hope the Hanshin Tigers win this year! I'll take a day off work to go to the Hanshin Department Store's sale for the Tigers!

I am traveling around the country in search of truly delicious food. I love all kinds of delicious food, from high-end cuisine to casual dishes. 【Area】Umeda area, Osaka City 【Genre】Western confectionery 【Awards】None 【Number of visits】Multiple, including branch visits 【Crowdedness】Not particularly crowded 【One-word comment】This time, I tried a pastry sandwiched between rusk. I thought the ratio of rusk to cream was a bit high, but it was delicious. Thank you for the meal. ＜Evaluation criteria＞ ・Points are mainly determined by the taste of the dishes. ・Additional points/deductions are given for cost performance, customer service, and atmosphere/facilities. ・The restaurant is expressed in points. Comments are just a bonus. ・Points are based on relative evaluations for each cuisine genre, so even high-end dishes can receive low scores, and street food or food on the go can receive high scores if they are delicious. ・To maintain consistency, points are periodically adjusted. ・Hotels, inns, golf courses, etc., are evaluated on the entire facility on a 0.5-point scale. For more details, please refer to the profile.

I have the impression that Gâteau Festa Harada at Hankyu Department Store is not as crowded recently, making it easy to buy. I purchased the limited-time collaboration cans with Sanrio, and all varieties were available. I bought multiple cans of the purple Kiki & Lala, which is also the color of a certain opera troupe's favorite group, as a gift. I am satisfied. I also want to get Han Gyodon.

"I hope this becomes a summer staple." That's what I thought when I found curry-flavored and mango-flavored rusk at this store. Gâteau Festa Harada is a rusk specialty store, known for its simple flavors and relatively affordable prices per piece compared to other department stores. Personally, I had mostly received rusk as gifts and rarely bought it for myself until recently. However, on this day in July, as I passed by this store, I was immediately drawn to an intriguing product: Gout de Roy Sommelier Italian rusk, along with Gout de Roy Maharaja and Gout de Reine Tropical Mango. Maharaja is a curry-flavored rusk made with a chicken curry sauce blended with spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, cardamom, and bay leaf, spread on a French bread slice, baked with butter, and finished with original spices. When I tried it, I found it to be mild and elegant, with a balanced spice profile reminiscent of North Indian butter chicken curry. Unlike other rusk from Western confectionery stores or even curry senbei from supermarkets or some Japanese confectionery stores, this one stood out. Tropical Mango, on the other hand, is a rusk with thinly sliced mango puree, mango and passion fruit cream, dried mango, and roasted coconut. Following the recommendation of the staff, I tried it chilled, and I was impressed by the crispy texture of the rusk, the tropical flavor of the cream, and the harmonious blend of mango pieces in my mouth. While I had rarely eaten rusk with sauce before, I believe most people would enjoy this unless they dislike mango. Lastly, Sommelier Italian is a rusk with basil, cheese, and tomato, reminiscent of a crispy Roman Margherita, making it a sophisticated appetizer for parties. Additionally, this store at Hankyu Department Store offers rusk with a Tigers color-themed packaging, perfect for Hanshin Tigers fans. Maharaja and Tropical Mango are both limited-edition summer products. If you're interested, be sure to visit your nearest Gâteau Festa Harada store soon.

It's always a joy to give and receive gifts from "Gâteau Festa Harada"! This time, I received an assortment of their products: Gudet de Roi, Gudet de Roi Premium, and Gudet de Roi White Chocolate. They are all delicious and consistently tasty. Thank you for the wonderful treats!

These are gifts from a friend. Harada is famous for their rusk, but it seems they also sell chocolates. I received three flavors from their Chocolat de Roy series. These are limited edition products available from January to April. The pink chocolate is called "Triple Berry," made with strawberry, raspberry, and blueberry. It's not too sweet and has a good acidity, giving it an adult chocolate taste. The chocolate with a bumpy surface is called "Liqueur Line Camus XO," with cocoa powder creating the bumps. When I took a bite, the scent of brandy spread gently in my mouth. It seems like a chocolate that brandy lovers would enjoy. Lastly, the third one is "Liqueur Line Deutz Brut Classic," containing 1.1% classic brut champagne. The alcohol scent is not overpowering, making it an elegant and easy-to-eat chocolate. All three chocolates paired well with wine! Thank you for the meal.

During the Kobe meetup, I received a souvenir from Rain-san. The product name was "Gout de Loire Sommelier Gateau Festa Harada," which is famous for its rusk that once took the world by storm. Even now, it's still a popular shop. When I opened it, I was surprised to find rusk that was not sweet but had a strong cheese flavor. It was surprisingly delicious and went well with wine. It might have been a limited edition for Valentine's Day, but it left a strong impression. Thank you for the treat. As a side note, I asked Rain-san where they bought it, and it turns out they got it at Hankyu Umeda Department Store. It's a shame that there wasn't much buzz about it there.

When it comes to rusk, Gouter Harada is the place to go. They bake the French bread needed for rusk at their factory in Gunma Prefecture, which is open for tours. The rusk is crispy, easy to bite into, and delicious. The lack of lingering sweetness in the aftertaste is impressive.

I bought these souvenirs during my business trip to Osaka. Whenever I visit Osaka, I always make sure to buy the Kansai limited edition Chocolat Rusk, which is only available during certain periods. This time, I also purchased the Kansai limited edition Matcha Bonbon au Chocolat. The rich matcha chocolate is delicious. Harada's products not only have tasty rusk, but the chocolate coating is also delicious. That's why the chocolate alone tastes even better. Thank you for the delicious meal.

At the end of the year, I purchased white chocolate rusk for New Year's greetings at Hankyu Department Store. It's amazing that this store, which opened in August 2009, still has long lines. Among the various types of rusk, my favorite is definitely the white chocolate rusk. While the plain rusk is also delicious, if you're going to eat them all at once, it's better to save this one for last. When I visited at the end of the year, they had new flavors like raisin and cacao available as well. The Gute de Loire white chocolate rusk comes in a simple small bag with 5 pieces for 486 yen. It's a limited-time offer, but since they are individually wrapped, they would make a great souvenir. The rusk coated with white chocolate is exceptionally delicious. Despite the tough economic times, it's no wonder they are still expanding their stores with such tasty treats! Thank you for the meal.

I came to buy New Year's gifts and found a "Limited Edition Lask" POP at the store, so I quickly purchased it (Don't be fooled by "limited edition products" - haha). Purchase details: GOUTER de ROI (ver). I sent it to my parents' home (I used to live in Gunma Prefecture, so...). When I think of "Gunma" at Osk, I feel glad that I moved here.

⭐️ Gute de Rois Premium Black Chocolate with gold flakes... I tried a luxurious rusk for the first time. I usually like Royce chocolate rusk, but this one was like chocolate-covered potato chips (^_^*) It was delicious... The chocolate was a bit on the sweet side. ⭐️ Gute de Rois White Chocolate This one was a very delicious white chocolate with a crispy rusk that I really enjoyed. Thank you for the meal.

Umeda's Hankyu Department Store's "Gâteau Festa Harada". My mother wanted to buy it as a souvenir, so I decided to join in. I've had their pastries as gifts before, but I've never bought them myself. There were about 20 people lined up in the evening. ★ Gâteau de Rois (White Chocolate) 5 pieces for 486 yen. This white chocolate is only available in winter. It melts easily in a warm room, so I had to eat it right away when I got it at work. It's my first time buying it for myself. Since it's for personal use, I didn't get the box or the tin can. Surprisingly, it's a reasonable price. When I got home, I enjoyed it with coffee. The generous amount of white chocolate is sweet, and the crispy rusk texture is light and delicious. It's irresistible when it melts with the coffee. I restrained myself and only had one, the rest I shared with my family. I should have bought the larger size after all.

Located on the B1 floor of Hankyu Umeda. Visited for the first time on a weekday night. ⬛ Gouté de Loire White Chocolate 480 yen (tax included): Crispy rusk with plenty of white chocolate on one side. Very delicious. If you don't have a strong will to only eat one piece, you will end up eating them all. Comes in a pack of 5. Limited to the winter season.

I bought this as a souvenir during my business trip to Osaka. Actually, it was my daughter's request. Matcha rusk is limited to the Kansai region, so I don't have many opportunities to buy it. When I went to Osaka, I made sure to purchase it. The rusk I had after a long time had a smooth matcha flavor and was very delicious. I would like to buy it again when I visit Kansai. Thank you for the meal.

I tried a baked good called "Tigres." It kind of reminds me of Tigger from Winnie the Pooh with the packaging design. The name is also similar. It has a hint of liquor in it. It's loaded with chocolate and delicious!

I love summer. I wish winter would disappear. However, as a follower of the Harada religion, I am a little disappointed that I can't eat Harada-san's chocolate-filled rusk in the summer. So, I tried Harada-sama's summer limited sweet! It is a chocolate mousse that you eat chilled! The size is small, about 5 centimeters in diameter. It's small, but it's rich and dense, with a great texture. Chocolate in the summer can be a bit off-putting, but the bitterness of this chocolate mousse makes it taste delicious even in the summer! Despite being rich, it's not too heavy. Eating this in winter might feel a bit lacking. It's truly a blessing to be able to eat three high-quality items for under 700 yen! It was delicious!! Truly Harada-sama~!!

In the basement of Hankyu Department Store in Umeda, there is always a long line. But when I passed by around 7 pm, it was surprisingly empty, so I decided to visit after a long time. I bought the regular rusk, which has a crispy texture and a delicious buttery flavor. It's so tasty that you can eat as many as you want. There were also interesting collaboration products like Hankyu Tigers and One Piece anime at Hankyu Umeda.

I am about to expire my commuter pass soon, so I decided to visit my previous workplace to say hello. I stopped by Hankyu Department Store to look for a souvenir, and found a restaurant with a short line. I asked for their popular dish, paid 2872 yen with my card, and treated my colleague. The food was decent, not bad.

This is a gift. When you hear the name Gâteau Fista Harada, you think of the famous rusk shop with long lines in Umeda and Tennoji. Their rusks are different from regular rusks and really delicious! They also have a good shelf life, making them perfect for gifts. This time, I received the Gâteau Rusk Gouté de Roamatcha. I had never tried matcha flavor before, but this one had plenty of matcha chocolate on top, making it more than just a rusk. The white chocolate-leaning matcha chocolate was delicious. The gold powder on top also added a stylish touch. It was satisfying to have such a delicious treat in just one bite. Thank you for the meal. I will definitely visit again for shopping.