I stopped by after staying in Jozankei. I had checked beforehand that I wanted to visit this place. They also sold individual buns, so I bought one and enjoyed it in the car. It was still slightly warm and delicious. The filling was also very tasty, and I would like to eat it again. I bought some to take home as a souvenir, but I ended up eating it before taking a picture. It was delicious for me too. The staff was also friendly.

On the way back from Rangetsu, I bought a gift for my family's Majesty. But what I bought was hot spring manju that the attendant likes. Hot spring manju: ¥820 for 9 pieces. I like the traditional hot spring manju. Delicious! Thank you for the meal.

This famous shop in my hometown in Hokkaido was featured on a local TV station in the past. Their steamed buns always sell out quickly. These buns also have a short shelf life. After taking a bite, I can confidently say that they are the best steamed buns I've ever had. The sweet bean paste is just right, and the texture is soft and fluffy. They are so delicious that I can easily eat two boxes by myself.

- Hot Spring Manju (Sold individually) 1 piece 75 yen (tax included) Manju skin has the stamp of "Jozankei." Even though the skin is thin, it is fluffy. The inside is filled with plenty of red bean paste. Both the skin and the paste are sweet. - Hot Spring Manju (Boxed) 9 pieces 680 yen (tax included) I purchased the boxed manju as a souvenir for a relative aunt who has taken care of me.

It's the day of the event and we are at Otaru Teshan Kyo. We stayed overnight in Teshan Kyo yesterday to prepare for today's event. We stayed in Teshan Kyo instead of the city for safety reasons. It was quite crowded for a weekday, so maybe it was a good decision after all. We tried to go last night, but the shop was already closed. We decided to go to Daikokuya. Even though I don't like manju, I ended up buying a lot of manju. They must be really popular. They were making manju non-stop. The previous customer bought 4 boxes, but I was too embarrassed to buy only 3. My wife asked me, "You bought 3?" and I replied, "Well, you didn't buy 2, did you?" I felt embarrassed to buy only 2. They also gave me a complimentary Teshan Kyo manju. It's about the size of a Teshan Kyo manju in the middle. The attention to detail is the thin skin on the backside. The dough is thin and it's quite sweet. Maybe the koshian filling has something to do with it. There's a slight herbal taste, making it delicious. Will I buy it again? No comment.

Located near the Jozankei Onsen area, the traditional shop "Daikokuya Shoten" offers freshly made manju every morning. The manju is soft with a thin skin and filled with plenty of black sugar paste, creating a classic and delicious taste. They do not use any additives, which is a plus point. The shop is popular and often sells out by around 10:30 am, so it's recommended to visit early or make a reservation. You can buy one for ¥75, and enjoying it while soaking your feet in the foot bath outside the shop is also a great idea. I reserved in advance on this day and bought five manju. The shop card is cute too! I would love to try it again if the timing is right.

"Daikokuya Shoten" is a long-established steamed bun shop located in Jozankei. It was founded in the 6th year of the Showa era, so it has a long history. If you are coming from Sapporo, you can turn right at the traffic light as you enter the hot spring town, and it will be on your left after going down the slope. I usually walk from my hotel early in the morning to buy their steamed buns, but this time I was able to reserve and purchase them at the souvenir shop of the hotel I stayed at, "Jozankei Daiichi Hotel Suizantei," the day before. It's convenient to be able to pick them up at the hotel the next morning. The steamed buns are not made in advance, and they can sell out early, so this service is very helpful. I bought the "Hot Spring Steamed Buns 9 pieces for 680 yen" and enjoyed them at home. The skin is moist and chewy, and the sweet bean paste is smooth and not too sweet. The steamed buns are bite-sized, so you can easily eat 2-3 by yourself! The taste has remained the same over the years, and these steamed buns are just delicious. By the way, if you go early in the morning, you can buy freshly steamed buns and get one for free when you buy a box. They also have the Jozankei stamp on them, making them a perfect souvenir. Once again, it was a delicious meal!

From National Route 230, heading downhill towards the hot spring town, you'll find "Daikokuya Shoten" on the left side. The shop exudes a nostalgic charm. As soon as you enter, you'll see a display of steamed buns in the showcase, with the buns being made in the back. I purchased a set of 9 buns for 680 yen, still warm and inviting. I hurried back to my car to enjoy them. Unwrapping the package, I uncovered the steamed buns with the "Teiensankei" brand mark in the middle. The anko filling had a lovely color and a perfect balance of sweetness. The steamed buns were moist and chewy, and the anko had a delicious presence without being overly sweet. Even though I only had cold barley tea to accompany them, it was a satisfying and enjoyable treat. I managed to resist eating all of them in one go and savored another one. It was a delightful experience savoring the delicious taste of this long-established shop. Thank you for the meal!

Established in 1931, this long-standing hot spring manju shop in Jozankei Onsen is known for making fresh manju every morning without any pre-made stock. They offer individual manju for those who want to enjoy them on the go, in addition to boxed sets. The hot spring manju, priced at 75 yen each, features a soft, thin skin filled with a subtly sweet black sugar paste. Made without any additives, the manju bears the imprint of Jozankei Onsen on its skin. While the manju itself may not be particularly unique, its gentle flavor appeals to a wide range of tastes. Affordable and beloved by many, it makes for a convenient snack or souvenir when visiting Jozankei Onsen.

I came to the Jozankei area and as a lover of hot spring manju (Japanese steamed bun), I was interested in trying this place as well (I actually love Japanese sweets). When I went there, they said the manju was not ready yet... There was a sign saying it would take 30 minutes for it to be ready, so I thought it would take that long and wandered around nearby. But then I saw customers lining up (!?) and some were even saying their names for their reservations... Wait, you can make reservations here? (Even though they didn't tell me anything about it when I first went there) Next time, I'll make a reservation if I have the chance. It's more reliable that way... But I was able to buy it and get it freshly steamed, so I'm glad! - Hot spring manju (I noticed the Jozankei logo on the image I took) It's a bite-sized hot spring manju that you often see, but the red bean paste is incredibly smooth and goes well with the dough! The red bean paste is mildly sweet and delicious! I'm glad I was able to try it this time! Thank you, wu-ta-san!! (((orz

I have received the Manju from Jozankei Onsen as a souvenir before, but this is my first time visiting the place myself. The handmade Manju from the shop doesn't have a long shelf life. The ones I bought today have today as the expiration date, but I heard you can extend it by freezing. The filling is packed inside, but the sweetness is mild. It has a gentle flavor.

The small-sized manju is 75 yen each. I put it in my bag and went for a walk, so it got a little squished. It had a moist red bean paste filling. The skin was a bit chewy. It filled up my already full stomach. It might be better to buy it in the morning since it was closed during the evening walk the day before.

When I went to the hot springs, I found some hot spring manju (sweet buns)! While walking around, I noticed a long line and a delicious smell. I took a peek and found out they were selling them in boxes as well as individually, so I decided to buy some. They even had water available on the spot for you to eat them. The hot spring manju is made with red beans, sugar, flour, brown sugar, corn syrup, baking soda, salt, and soy sauce. It has no preservatives or additives and can be kept for up to 3 days. There is a stamp on it that says "Teiunkei," but I couldn't read it! The black sugar from Okinawa, smooth red bean paste, and a hint of salt and soy sauce really enhance the sweetness. The chewy texture is very gentle. It's not too sweet and goes perfectly with tea! I appreciate that they sell them individually, as they are quite popular. Most people were buying the box of 10, but I prefer the smaller portions that you can eat quickly.

I was brought here by my older sister to Jozankei Onsen. We didn't have much time, so we didn't go into the hot springs, but we headed to Jozan Genki Park for a foot bath. Across the entrance to the park, there is a store called Daikokuya. We arrived around 10:30 am. It's a small shop with a limited selection. My sister mentioned that the hot spring manju (sweet bun) here is very popular. There was a couple in front of us who were told that they could only get a pack of 9 or 10, as that's all that was left. I was worried that they might be sold out already. My mom back home also knows about it and sometimes lines up for it. I wasn't sure if I would be able to try it... but luckily, the couple in front of us bought a pack of 9 and the staff said, "We have 4 individual ones if you want." We managed to get enough for our group! They also gave us 5 extra ones as a bonus since it was the last batch they were selling. Lucky us! The manju was still slightly warm, with a moist dough and not too sweet red bean paste filling. It's definitely different from the packaged manju sold in souvenir shops. It was delicious! I would love to have it again!

This is a hot spring manju. I couldn't resist and ate it in the car on the way home. It was not too sweet and I didn't get tired of it. It is of high quality as a hot spring manju, so I recommend it. Thank you for the meal!

If you stay in Jozankei, be sure to try the Onsen Manju from Daikokuya Shoten. #DaikokuyaShoten #OnsenManju #Jozankei #JozankeiOnsen

After staying one night in Jozankei, I bought some onsen manju (steamed buns) to take home.

I went for a drive to Jozankei to enjoy the autumn leaves, and bought some hot spring manju. The skin is chewy and delicious.