I went to buy a birthday cake for a sleepover party with my friends, and since it was close to closing time, an old man who came out from the back gave us a discount of about half price, haha. The store was clean and had a wide variety of frozen cakes, so I thought I would go there again! The souffle cake was delicious (*´༥` *)

I purchased a cheesecake with 5.2g of carbs and 156kcal in calories that I have eaten before. I wanted someone else to buy it for me as a celebration, but since they didn't, I decided to buy it myself (*_*) In times like this, I usually want to eat a regular cake, but being a scaredy-cat, I always end up choosing low-carb options. [72% reduced carb souffle cheesecake] is sold frozen. There was a note to "thaw at 10°C or below for 6-7 hours." However, due to personal reasons, I dislike partially melted ice cream, and I prefer to eat it little by little when it's rock solid, so I tried to eat this right after taking it out of the freezer. I forgot to take a picture and ended up trying to eat it right away ^^; But of course, the fork wouldn't go in, so I had to eat from the slightly softened parts. Maybe my attempt to eat it frozen contributed to this, but because it uses soy flour, it felt a bit dry and crumbly like okara. However, it still had that cheesecake taste, and the fact that it's low in carbs was a big plus, so I was very satisfied. Also, I think it's rare to find a sweet treat that provides 7g of protein, so that's another high point. Truly cheesecake! I would love to eat it again. I have another low-carb sweet treat that I bought, so I will report back after trying it.

Recently, I came across a Shatoreze store. This store is located in the suburbs, so the parking lot is spacious. The store itself is large, and they have a good selection of products. Shatoreze is known for its reasonably priced and delicious sweets (Norieyumu) and ice cream (Chocobakki?), but I heard that their aged wine is also delicious, so I decided to purchase some this time. Initially, there is a separate charge for the bottle. This store had two types of red wine available. The white wine I tried was surprisingly delicious and refreshing for the price.

I had a low-carb pizza. I followed the instructions on the package and baked it at 230 degrees in the oven for 8 minutes. It smelled really good while baking. The taste was delicious, with plenty of cheese, tomato sauce spread to the edges, and some basil sauce here and there. The crust was light and crispy, typical of low-carb options. It might feel less filling compared to regular pizza, but if you keep in mind that it's low-carb from the start, it's not a problem. I shared it with another person, along with a salad and some side dishes, so I was satisfied. For the price of around 400 yen, the deliciousness of this low-carb pizza really impressed me. However, I did feel hungry again about an hour later.

Visited "Chateraise National Aoyagi Store" today. This shop in Yamanashi offers cakes, bread, ice cream, Western and Japanese sweets at affordable prices. I used to buy their barrel-aged raw wine in Akiruno or Hamura, as the store closest to Tachikawa didn't have it. However, I was pleasantly surprised to find out that they now sell wine here too! Lucky me, grapes in action! The raw wine options include two reds - Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and one white - Chardonnay. All of them are dry and quite good. I purchased a bottle of raw red Merlot for 754 yen today. You only need to buy the bottle once (157 yen), and then you can bring it back for refills at no extra cost. The staff will pour the wine from the barrel into your bottle. The wine has a shelf life of two weeks. It seems like they produce the wine at two affiliated wineries in Yamanashi. As someone who doesn't know much about wine, I prefer the Merlot over the Cabernet for its fuller flavor. It's a great deal and perfect for drinking at home, but now that it's so accessible, I need to be careful not to drink too much! Nice find! (o▽n)

I purchased some low-carb sweets from Chateraise and here is my report: [Cake Related] After purchasing, I let them sit in my home refrigerator for about 2 hours before eating, and they were just right. - Cheesecake 250 yen The taste is not extremely delicious compared to regular cakes, but it is still tasty. With only about 164kcal and 5g of carbs, it provides a satisfying feeling. It can also be stored for a long time. Since I love cheesecake, I might end up buying it whenever I pass by a Chateraise store. - Shortcake 260 yen The taste is decent, but it can't beat regular shortcakes in terms of being low-carb. Also, the amount of strawberry jam is not as much as expected, so those seeking a strong strawberry flavor might find it lacking. However, since it is a low-carb frozen shortcake, the appearance matches the expectations. It may have been a bit dry, but that's understandable for a frozen product. Personally, I prefer the cheesecake. [88% Reduced Sugar Melting Chocolate] 530 yen Each piece contains only 0.224g of carbs. It has a cocoa powder coating and a two-layer structure. The instructions recommend refrigerating for 5 hours before eating, but I couldn't resist and ate it immediately after taking it out of the freezer. It melted in my mouth smoothly and had an elegant sweetness. At 530 yen for 25 pieces, it may seem a bit pricey, but it was a luxurious chocolate treat.

It's a less than 30-minute walk from Tachikawa Station, and the prices are cheap, the portions are just right, and above all, it's delicious! I wish I had visited sooner. The pudding isn't as smooth as Pastel's smooth pudding, nor as rich as Chiiro's, but it doesn't have the cheapness of major confectionery products sold in supermarkets. By the way, the pudding, almond tofu, and coffee jelly are all priced at 108 yen. The almond tofu isn't as smooth as Seven-Eleven's smooth almond tofu, and the coffee jelly isn't as deep as what you'd get at a café, but they are all decent and just right. They are mass-produced but not too common, offering a perfect level of satisfaction. I'm looking forward to trying the gelato made with natural wine, and I'm excited to try their bread too. Next time, I'll bring a slightly larger cooler bag so I can buy cakes and other items as well.

Shatoreze, the origin of Yamanashi, offers a wide variety of delicious cakes at affordable prices. Whenever I visit Yamanashi with my husband, we always make sure to stop by there. Honestly, buying cakes in Yamanashi is cheaper than in Tokyo, maybe it's because of the location? But the cakes are just as delicious here as well. The ice cream, especially the Choco Bucky and White Choco Berry, is a must-try. The crispy cone filled with chocolate and topped with strawberry sauce on soft serve ice cream was so delicious. Thank you! The cakes we tried, the classic Chocolate Crunchy Chocolate Cake and the Souffle Cheesecake, were both excellent. And the Fruit Milk Crepe was absolutely amazing. It's great to find such delicious treats at such affordable prices!

On November 8, 2013, for a nighttime snack, I visited a chain store of cakes and sweets located across from the Keio D2 National Aoyagi store on Minowa Street, about a 10-minute walk west from Yagawa Station on the JR Nanbu Line. I arrived at the store around 18:50 and there were six other customers inside. My family of three bought Mitarashi dango for 130 yen, Isobe mochi for 130 yen, Kashiwa beans/Dainagon for 105 yen, Butter rolls (four pieces) for 189 yen, Mont Chateau (three slices of bread) for 105 yen, Gelaterize/French chocolate ice cream (four pieces) for 420 yen, and Jersey drinking yogurt for 126 yen for two bottles. Personally, I like Mitarashi dango and Isobe mochi, both are soft and easy to eat, making them perfect snacks to enjoy with beer. They come in cups, but are divided into two, making them convenient, and they don't harden even after some time. The Shatoreze group, to which this store belongs, has over 420 franchise stores nationwide, and the company has been rapidly growing, expanding into hotel and golf course management. I have visited their related golf courses a few times myself, where I enjoyed playing golf with all-you-can-eat sweets.

Today's target is souvenir sweets. Stopped by "Chateraise" in Kokuritsu. The exterior exudes cleanliness. It gives off the image of Yamanashi, highlands, and clear streams. A refreshing store. The goal is one thing: "Muscat Mochi Pione 6 pieces (378 yen)" Let's also try this one. "Wakamomo Daifuku 2 pieces (special price 168 yen)" purchased. Muscat Mochi. The encounter was last year. It was ranked first in the wish list. It's hard to believe that Kawai Tatsuya praised it. I tried Muscat Mochi half-heartedly. Hmm, now I'm hooked on this. A Pione wrapped in soft mochi. It's nice that it's a whole grape. Crunching it whole without seeds. When you put it in your mouth, the juice oozes out. What's this fresh, refreshing droplet? It's fresh and refreshing, and it goes well with the mochi. I could eat as many as I want. Limited to the season, and the sound of being from Yamanashi is nice. Along with the Wakamomo Daifuku I picked up. I was lured by the new release sign. The peach-shaped wagashi itself. Inside, there's a crunchy peach flesh. It has the texture of a plum seed. This one should have been skipped. In general, let's say it's a mochi that combines the refreshing droplets of Muscat with both Japanese and Western styles. Thank you for the feast.

I visited this place again in September 2011 and bought the biggest whole cake they had, but I didn't post a picture of it. I visit this place about twice a month, sometimes even more frequently during this season. This time, I took some rare photos, so I decided to post them for record. I use this place a lot, and I always have their ice cream in my fridge even during winter. Their cakes are pretty good, better than Cozy Corner, but not as satisfying as the ones at the station or Tachikawa department store basement. Still, I always buy their shortcakes and wheel cakes. I always buy their traditional sweets like mitarashi and 10-yen manju. Of course, I always stock up on their ice cream. Their red bean, matcha, and condensed milk flavors are great, and even their soda flavors are good value for money. The store is located in the middle of nowhere, with only a few other stores nearby (like Seiyu and D2), but they have a spacious and convenient parking lot. It's close to my house, so I find it very convenient and will continue to use it in the future.

This shop is located a little off Minowa Street. You can use the nearby Keio D2 store as a landmark to find it. There is a parking lot in front of the store, so it's okay to go by car. The store is quite spacious, offering a wide range of Japanese sweets, Western sweets, and ice cream, making it difficult to decide what to buy. Today, I bought a cheese soufflé for about 100 yen each. You need to thaw the frozen soufflé in the refrigerator for about 3-5 hours before eating. It's fluffy, not too sweet, and delicious! However, this information may not be on the Chateraise website, so if it's not available in the store, please ask the staff.

Added photos No. 1 and 2. Conveniently located with a spacious parking lot that is open until 9 pm, Shatoreze is a great place to visit. It may be a bit hard to find as it is in a somewhat obscure location, so be mindful of that. Interestingly, the road in front of the store seems quite impressive and looks like it is still under construction. In fact, according to urban planning, it is part of the planned extension of National Sakura Street connecting to Hitotsubashi Intersection in Tachikawa, and only a part of it has been completed so far. (Dec '09) Added photos - Hokkaido apple and caramel cake (\200) - Special chocolate strawberry shortcake (\273) By the way... for those driving, be careful when merging onto Minowa Street when leaving. This area is under strict surveillance. Don't just rush into the intersection when the light turns green! Make sure to see the "stop" sign and come to a complete stop. (May '09) Purchased a dessert shoe cup. It's a treat where banana and cream are sandwiched between shoe pastry. Essentially, it's like a shoe cream pressed into a cup, with plenty of cream, making it a proper dessert. At \189, it's quite a good deal. Open year-round until 9 pm, with a spacious free parking lot, this place is quite handy in the area. There is also a 24-hour Seiyu supermarket nearby, and many people seem to use both establishments effectively. (Jan '09) Originally from Yamanashi, Shatoreze now has a wide presence from Eastern Japan to the Kansai region. While they offer cakes, Western sweets, and ice cream, they also have a wide selection of traditional Japanese sweets. They have a strong competitive edge with their commitment to using 100% natural ingredients and avoiding additives, along with their affordable prices. There are several locations in the Tama area, but the Aoyagi store in Kunitachi is the closest to Tachikawa Station. However, it's a bit far from Kunitachi Station. In any case, it's inconvenient to get there by train, so driving is recommended. If coming from Tachikawa, turn left at the corner of Keio D2 onto Minowa Hashi Street, and you will see it on your right. There is a spacious parking lot available. The store is quite large for a confectionery shop, with a bright and open interior predominantly in white. Ice cream is in the center, cakes on the left, and Western and Japanese sweets on the right, making it easy to shop. Cakes range from the 100s to under 400 yen, with the majority around 300 yen. Compared to buying near Tachikawa Station, such as at Ecute or Isetan, there is a sense of affordability. Of course, this means the decorations are simple, and the cream is light, but that's just fine. It's a perfect place for everyday purchases of cakes, ice cream, and sweets. The fact that it's open year-round and until 9 pm is also a plus.

Today was my birthday, so I decided to buy a cake to celebrate. I went to a cake shop that I had been curious about for a while, located in a discreet spot in Aoyagi. The shop had a spacious parking lot, so I assume they prefer customers to come by car. When I entered, I noticed that there was a wide variety of items displayed aside from cakes. I couldn't help but be drawn to the ice cream selection. The prices were very affordable, and there were many different flavors to choose from. The cake options were not as extensive as I had hoped, probably because I visited at a busy time and some had sold out. It felt like I spent more time choosing ice cream than cakes. I got strawberry ice cream, while my wife had rum raisin. The ice cream was a great deal for the price. Even if you just come for the ice cream, it's worth it. While the cakes didn't leave a strong impression, considering the affordability, they are still a good option. I look forward to trying other items on their menu. I don't think I can resist the temptation of their ice cream if I pass by again, especially in the summer.

On the way back from my parents' house, I stopped by Shatorēze. I forgot to bring the usual wine bottle that my wife buys, so I ended up purchasing something to take home without wine today. I decided on the macarons with a variety of colors. Revisit index ★★★ Recommended index ★★★

Footprint Tracking Squad (Tea and Sweets Edition) (named by bankara) received from a customer. In the past, there was an image of a cake shop, but now it's a sweets shop of all kinds. But still, Western sweets are delicious. Fluffy and soft roll cake. Snack time with a cup of coffee is the best way to take a break (^^

From past notes. Tea Time Bread Chocolate Rusk received as a gift. I usually don't like to mention chain bakeries or family restaurants, but it was really delicious! It's quite heavy when you hold it. The chocolate is not only on the surface, but also soaked into the French bread, giving it a light yet satisfying crunch. Each bag contains two pieces of rusk. It's not too sweet, nor too bitter, and quite tasty, so I decided to share it.