After the New Year, when most shops were still closed, this one was open. I visited during my return home. I thought it was the season for fraisier, but when I looked at the product description, it said "low-fat fresh cream"... Are they aiming for a healthy option? I'm not looking for that. I want cakes made with the most delicious ingredients possible. I'm on a dessert journey with full determination. I don't understand why they would use low-fat cream... Another cake didn't have the low-fat label, so I chose that one. - L'avian Rose 480 yen (excluding tax): I bought it because the name was lovely. It was the last piece. Inside was chocolate mousse and berries. It overlapped with another cake. - Framboise 450 yen (excluding tax): The raspberry jam on top was extremely sweet... Why so sweet? Also, if they added rum syrup, it would have been moister. - Babel 480 yen (excluding tax): I felt betrayed after one bite. The chocolate flavor was weak... I was expecting a rich chocolate taste for this type of cake. I also bought financiers, stick grapefruit, apricot kouglof, almond cake, chestnut madeleine, and chestnut pie. The tiny chestnut pie was enjoyable on the flight back to Tokyo. It didn't have distinct layers like a typical pie, but it was easy to eat and good. They had a rabbit cheesecake all year round, not just because it's the zodiac sign. It's cute! (I didn't buy it though)

◉Genre: Cake, Western confectionery ◉Area: Takami area, Higashiku, Kitakyushu City ◉Access: Less than 20 minutes by car from JR Yahata Station ◉Parking: Available ◉Credit card payment: Not available (PayPay accepted) ◉Frequency of use: Multiple times ◉Number of reviews: 1st visit On this day, I casually stopped by "French Confectionery Mugé Takami Store". ◇Exterior and Interior This cake shop is located in Takami, Higashiku, Kitakyushu City, within the Takami Spina area. It is a standalone building with a white-based exterior. The interior is also predominantly white, creating a bright and beautiful space. ◇Seating Takeout only. ◇Menu Structure Cakes, baked goods, Western confectionery, etc. The specialty of the shop is a cheesecake called "White Rabbit". I ordered the following: - White Rabbit (194 yen) → Including tax First, let's talk about the appearance. Even as an old man, I couldn't help but think, "Isn't this cute?" It has a slightly retro visual appeal. Apart from the taste, this alone would make a great gift. But in terms of taste, it's not just any cheesecake. It is delicious as a cheesecake, moist with a good mouthfeel, and the refreshing acidity enhances the taste. It's not the kind of "tasteless" cheesecake that is common in gimmicky creations; it's simply a delicious cheesecake. ◆Strong Points A cake shop beloved by the locals. ◆Customer Service Consistently polite. ◆Summary I stopped by on a whim and bought it for home consumption. Personally, it also carries a sense of nostalgia, but upon closer inspection, the quality is undeniable. Next time, I might buy it as a gift. Thank you for the meal! ^ ^

White Rabbit 194 yen Sablé Chou 194 yen The White Rabbit has a creamy texture with a hint of acidity that makes it delicious. And it's so cute too. A lonely rabbit will die. The Sablé Chou has a good sablé crust and the custard inside is my favorite. Overall, it gives the impression of a high-quality French pastry shop. Amaryllis is toxic and dangerous if consumed. You can use PayPay. Hachiman Higashi Ward has been successfully managed. Well then, let's go.

It has gotten noticeably colder recently, but during midday it can still be quite warm and I end up sweating. I wanted to go to the famous ice cream shop "Yukibun" in the neighborhood, but the parking lot was full, so I decided to go to a nearby place for something sweet and cold. This place is located in the Riverside Arakoda + Spina Takami store, which is a spacious commercial facility with a large parking lot, making it convenient. I chose my favorite gelato, but because I love it, when compared to other delicious shops, I can't help but feel a bit unsatisfied with the taste. Looking back on the taste like this, all that comes to mind is "it's cold and sweet," which seems so obvious (bitter smile).

After having lunch with a friend, we went for tea. We visited a sweets shop with its main store in the middle of the area, the name of the shop means "lily of the valley" in French. It is located in Takami 2-chome, within the Riverside Arataeda complex where you can also find the Spina Mart Takami store and the Docomo Shop Takami store across the street. Inside the shop, there is a long showcase resembling a jewelry case displaying various colorful cakes and baked goods. At the back of the shop, there is a terrace facing the Itahiki River where you can enjoy the shop's cakes along with drinks. There is a walkway along the river with a nice atmosphere due to the moderate screening. The shop offers 11 types of drinks ranging from 380 yen to 480 yen, and I chose the Cafe Latte for 480 yen. I also tried the Yuzu Chestnut Milk Crepe, Montelimar, King's Mont Blanc, Chiboust, and Poire William cakes. Each cake had its unique flavors and textures, making them delicious and enjoyable. The shop is a great place to relax and enjoy a variety of tasty cakes, either for dine-in or take-out, especially on sunny days when you can sit on the lovely terrace.

Title: World's Favorite Birthday Song ♡ As an artist, B'z is my favorite, but when it comes to birthday songs, I think DCT is the best (^_^;) I received an early birthday celebration from better half, and recently, I received a cake from Jack-san, which was delicious. On my actual birthday, I impulsively decided to visit a very famous shop. The pastry chef, Ryuuji Ikeda, is also in charge of some sweets served on the popular tourist train Nanatsu Boshi. I think I may have read about the main store in the Kokura Economic Newspaper, but I can't seem to find the article now. Why? Anyway, I found out the location of the branch was on my way home from work, so I visited on my motorcycle. Surprisingly, there were no reviews from Myレビ. I will visit the main store after enjoying some delicious curry. I have been to Spina a few times, but I always thought this place was a hair salon, so I never got close. Does anyone else have similar experiences? The shop has a stylish exterior, and inside, I purchased the following cakes: White Rabbit for ¥162, Strawberry Princess for ¥389, and King's Mont Blanc for ¥486. I wanted to buy the Special Mont Blanc, but I was on my bike and didn't want it to break. You can also eat in the shop, so I will try that next time. The White Rabbit is a cheesecake with a rich cheese flavor and a hint of acidity, which I like. The Strawberry Princess has a white chocolate leaf on top and contains mousse and strawberry jam inside. It's quite sweet. The King's Mont Blanc has a chestnut part that balances bitterness with sweetness. Local shops are also delicious, but it's nice to enjoy sweets in a slightly more secluded location. I originally planned to write 450 reviews, but I decided to post this on Christmas Eve. Have a great Christmas everyone! ☆*:.｡. o(≧▽≦)o .｡.:*☆*･゜ﾟ･*:.｡..｡.:*･'(*ﾟ▽ﾟ*)'･*:.｡. .｡.:*･゜ﾟ･*☆*:.｡. o(≧▽≦)o .｡.:*☆

I visited a shop called "MUGUET" that I happened to come across while passing by. I was delighted to find it as the previous shop I visited had stopped selling gelato due to a machine malfunction. The gelato (300 yen) flavors available were chocolate and caramelia. The texture of the caramelia with its grainy bits was good, but I preferred the taste of the gelato from the previous shop I visited. However, the location by the river was nice.

On December, after 2 and a half years, I purchased a cake and here is a photo. The taste was fine for me, no issues, LOL. On June 5, 2010, after having lunch at Selfie Yu, I went to Spinach to do some shopping and noticed a cake shop and a soba noodle shop had opened nearby. I decided to check out the cake shop first. They had a wide variety of cakes, and I heard that their main store is located in Chukan City. I bought a Fresh Peach Cake and a Mango Pudding. The Fresh Peach Cake had lots of fresh peaches and a light cream, but since the peaches were not very sweet, I wished the cream had a bit more sweetness. The Mango Pudding had a rich flavor, and the mochi-like bits inside added a nice balance to it. There was a terrace at the back of the shop where you could enjoy the cakes with tea.

On July 9, 2013, I was intrigued by the term "French pastries" and decided to visit a French pastry shop called "Muge." Despite being caught in the rain, I rushed into the shop. The interior was beautifully decorated in white, and the cakes lined up were incredibly cute. It took me a while to choose one because they were all so adorable. I picked one based on its cute appearance and took a bite, only to find it very sweet. The same thing happened with another cake I chose for its looks. Finally, I tried a rocket-shaped cake, and although it was cute, it was also very sweet. In my opinion, French pastries can be summarized as: 1. Unique and beautiful in appearance, 2. Sweet, and 3. Very sweet. It seems like the French have a sweet tooth! Maybe I just happened to choose overly sweet cakes. Since many of them are cute, they would make great souvenirs.

I visited the delicious cake shop Muge Takami store in Ogura. The store is located next to Spinamart, making it easy to access by car. The store's all-white interior is filled with enchanting cakes. They are so cute and look delicious! I was impressed by how they could make such adorable cakes. I couldn't decide on one, but ended up buying the White Rabbit cheesecake that we could all share. It was also cute! When I opened the box, there were rows of rabbits lined up, almost too cute to eat. The taste did not disappoint either, it was a rich cheesecake with a gentle melt-in-your-mouth texture. It was surprisingly firm but had a soft and smooth texture when you take a bite. It was delicious! I had some leftover and tried it the next day, but it had become quite firm and lost its soft texture. It's best to finish it in a day. I would love to visit this shop again when I'm nearby.

There is a popular cake shop in Hachiman Higashi-ku as well, located in the Spinamart complex so parking is not a concern. The shop is smaller than the one in Nakama, and can get crowded quickly as it had just opened. Although there weren't many cake options on that day, I ended up buying all cheese-based cakes which were delicious. I would like to visit again when they have a better selection available.

I heard a rumor that this place had just opened, so I decided to check it out. It's located in the same area as Spina Takami store and Aramata Shotengai. There are plenty of parking spaces in front of and around the store, so it's okay to drive there. The interior of the store is a bit small, and it can feel cramped with 5-6 customers, but the atmosphere is nice. You can order by looking at the showcase, pay, and receive your order smoothly, so you won't feel uncomfortable. There are about 4 terrace seats facing the river, where you can also enjoy your treats. If you order a drink along with your dessert, you'll get a 50 yen discount. The prices are a bit on the higher side. The cake I tried this time was called "Junbride," with a pistachio tart base, almond-flavored mousse, and a tangy berry sauce inside. It was a rich and flavorful cake. On the other hand, I found the plain vanilla roll cake priced at 1000 yen per roll to be too expensive, so I decided to pass on it.

I don't really pay much attention to cakes, even from famous shops in Tokyo and Kansai, but the cakes here are delicious. The use of liqueur and almond powder is exquisite. Some people say the ingredients are speaking for themselves, but I wonder what kind of food they usually eat to use such words. The appearance is also elegant. The staff are polite and provide good customer service without being too intrusive. The terrace in the backyard is wonderful on sunny days. It's a perfect space to relax alone. I prefer this place over the average shops. However, the espresso is always lukewarm. I love Illy coffee, so that's the only downside. I will definitely visit again.

The shop located east of Aramata Intersection looks very appealing. I purchased the June Bride, Fresh Peach Cake, and Financier. The June Bride is a pistachio tart crust filled with almond-flavored mousse and tangy berry sauce. The Fresh Peach Cake contains a lightly sweetened cream and peaches. The Financier has a crispy outer layer and a fluffy inside with a moderate buttery flavor.

I used to occasionally go to the main store in Nakama, but ever since the Takami store opened, I started going here instead. The showcase is filled with cakes that are so beautiful that it almost feels like a waste to eat them. The rose something or other rose cake is popular at the Nakama store as well, so I buy it every time. All of them have difficult katakana names that I struggle to pronounce. The rabbit-shaped cheesecake for 150 yen was cute and delicious. The staff are well trained in customer service, making it a pleasant place to shop. ...And after this, I went to my favorite bakery, Pan San Jack, to buy bread to take home.

The atmosphere and cake designs at this shop are very modern and stylish. There are a lot of customers, especially on Saturdays. The convenience of Spinamart's parking lot probably makes it easy for people to visit. The parking lot is always almost full. I'm curious about their baked goods and soft serve ice cream, but what really stands out is the design of their cakes. It's quite impressive. It may not be as surprising in a big city, but in Kitakyushu, it's something to see. It's interesting to think about all the different possibilities. I learned a lot. The taste was just average. (Added on 2011-08-16) They don't use top-quality ingredients. This shop focuses on design rather than the quality of ingredients. It may not be suitable for those who are particular about ingredients. Other reviews seem to favor shops that are more in the middle, so I'd like to try those next time.

I visited the cake shop next to Ittoku while I was at Takami Soba. They said you can enjoy your cake on the balcony. I chose a cassis mousse, strawberry shortcake, and cream puff from the wide selection of cakes. This shop is said to be popular in the area, so I had high expectations. The shop in the middle has a cute appearance, but compared to that, Takami shop feels a bit lacking in charm. The taste is not as impressive as other popular shops in Kitakyushu like Kiyukyoku or Kakutsumi. Although I love custard, the ingredients and techniques used here didn't suit my taste.

I suddenly had to celebrate a friend's birthday and went to a nice place called Muge from Takami. It was my first time at Muge, and it was a good place. Takami didn't have a decorated cake, so I ended up going to Muge after all. They didn't make a fuss about the last-minute request and I was satisfied. So at Takami, I had pistachio gelato while going to Muge. The pistachio gelato was very rich and my friend and I shared it, but after about half of it, I was like, "Wow!"