I ordered two flavors, Summertime and Mascarpone Caramel Fig. The gelato was fluffy and had a great texture. It was the most delicious gelato I've ever had. Summertime had a mix of tropical fruits like passion fruit with milk, which I really enjoyed. Since I got it in a cup, the flavors mixed together and I couldn't fully taste the Mascarpone, so next time I'll try it in a cone!

Pistachio and chocolate gelato!! The pistachio was incredibly delicious!! This time I got a double scoop, but next time I might just go for pistachio alone!! The chocolate wasn't too sweet, just the way I like it! Pistachio and chocolate might be a great combination! It was so delicious that I want to come back again, but the price is a bit high so I'll save it for a special occasion!!

Established in 1878, the long-established chocolate gelateria "Venchi" is located at the entrance of the Tobu Department Store in Ikebukuro, on the first basement floor, inside the "Sweets Collection" section. Feeling like having something sweet and cold, I decided to try their "Summertime & Mango" (864 yen) as recommended. As shown in the photo, "Summertime" is a new product, described as "fresh milk gelato blended with tropical fruit sauce," while "Mango" is described as "mango sorbet." I am not familiar with the definitions of gelato and sorbet, but I can somehow feel the difference in texture. As long as it is sweet, cold, and delicious, that's all that matters to me. (laughs) I had imagined a more citrusy vibe based on the name "Summertime," but both were sweet and melt-in-your-mouth. Perhaps the attention to detail in the differences in sweetness is the shop's stance. Although I thought it was a bit pricey, it may be reasonable for those who can appreciate the nuances. Nevertheless, it was delicious. Thank you for the meal. (By Kyonatsu Shuusora, 2023.9.5) (101 words/3.11)

There is a gelato shop in Tobu Department Store in Ikebukuro. It has a history of over 140 years and specializes in chocolate gelato from Turin, Italy. The shop is full of women. I ordered a three-flavor combination called "Legorale" for 1210 yen. The flavors were Mascarpone, Caramelized Fizz Cremino, and Chocolate Bia 75%. The Mascarpone reminded me of tiramisu and was quite delicious, although very sweet. The Cremino had a taste similar to high-quality chocolate, perhaps with hazelnut flavor. The Chocolate Bia 75% had a tantalizing bitter taste of high-quality chocolate. It was really delicious and highly recommended for chocolate lovers. Overall, it is a delicious gelato shop.

--------꙳◌Ordered Items◌꙳--------⁡◆2 Flavors of Ice Cream for 800 yen. I chose a cup♪⁡---------꙳◌Impressions◌꙳---------⁡Located directly connected to Ikebukuro Station! This shop is on the first basement floor of Tobu Department Store.⁡A long-established chocolatier with over 140 years of history in Italy✨ They landed in Japan a few years ago and have been expanding their stores, including in Ginza, Otemachi, and Shinjuku Takashimaya♪.⁡This shop mainly focuses on chocolate and ice cream! The interior is cute, and any photo taken inside looks Instagram-worthy.⁡I ordered the ice cream purely based on my cravings without considering the colors or anything, haha.⁡The Lemon Delight is refreshing with a delicate citrus aroma that is irresistible. I recommend trying it during this season!⁡The Mascarpone Caramel Fig is a unique flavor that I've never had before. It's rich, creamy, with a hint of sweetness, but the fig gives it an elegant and mature touch♪ I want to eat more and more, haha.⁡Honestly, it is a bit pricey and the ice cream is small, but it's so delicious that I can't resist wanting to eat it even at that price. It's annoyingly good, haha.⁡You can also add nuts or chocolate coating to your ice cream, whether in a cup or cone, so if you're curious, give it a try♪⁡-------꙳◌Additional Information◌꙳-------⁡I introduce recommended restaurants from the perspective of an office lady who eats out 200 times a year, focusing on "girls' night out" and "dates"◌⁡◆SNSInstagram ID: per0rine⁡Feel free to check it out~ Likes, saves, and comments are appreciated♡

Ordered a double scoop of regular cone ice cream! They also had options with nuts sprinkled on top of the cone or in a cup for an additional charge, but I had to pass on trying it this time because I was sharing with a child. The gelato had a lot of chocolate and chocolate chip flavors. My child had strawberry with chocolate chips while I chose pistachio. The cone was a unique shape, more like a crispy cookie than a typical waffle cone, and it was delicious. I really liked this type of cone! The pistachio gelato was also delicious! The strawberry with chocolate chips had a nice crunch from the chocolate chips, and the strawberry flavor was good too. They even added a piece of dark chocolate on top as a bonus, which my child enjoyed. The chocolate was tasty as well. Overall, it was delicious! The only downside was that the gelato portion was a bit small for the price, but I would definitely want to try it again. It was especially enjoyable on a hot day like today! They also sold regular chocolates that looked delicious, so I might try them next time!

I've always wanted to try Venchi's ice cream. It's so beautiful! I got the Regular Cone for 1100 yen and added Nougatine for 200 yen. You can choose 3 flavors, so I went with the staff-recommended Pistachio, Venchi Cream, and the new Lemon Delight. I was worried that the flavors might clash and create a mess in my mouth, but each flavor was delicious on its own and paired well together. The Nougatine was carefully dipped in chocolate by the staff, adding to the excitement. The staff were kind and even offered to hold my ice cream while I took a photo. The whole experience made the ice cream taste even better. Afterwards, I went to PARCO to buy a Genshin Impact acrylic stand for my son.

Venchi is a company with a long history, officially founded in 1878. Recently, the number of stores in Japan has been increasing. Their "Gianduiotto," which contains hazelnuts from Italy, Piedmont, is an iconic product. It is convenient to purchase just one piece, making it suitable for both personal use and as a gift. Gianduiotto is truly delicious.

Ikebukuro is an area that I usually have no connection with, except for kabuto. After eating eel and feeling like having something cold, I decided to line up at a place that seemed popular. I realized halfway through that it was the wrong line and had to start over, haha, embarrassing. It turned out to be an Italian chocolate shop where the staff offered me a sample. I couldn't taste it, but I bought a cute tin as a souvenir for my daughter. The gelato line was so long... I remember there was a place in Ginza that always had a line too. I've never tried it because the line is always full of women and couples. I feel like an old man eating gelato alone would be seen as creepy... I finally ordered after waiting for about 10 minutes. I didn't know what was popular, so I got Fiore di Latte and Strawberry Stracciatella in cups with milk chocolate topping. Fiore di Latte was refreshing and really delicious! This is the basic one that I love. The Strawberry with chocolate chips was also delicious! Even when mixed together, it was amazing! I finished it in no time, haha. I can't believe I didn't know about this place before... I found out later that it's the same shop as the one in Ginza. They also have branches in Shinjuku Takashimaya and Nihonbashi Takashimaya. I definitely want to keep this gelato at home. They even offer reservations, so I need to buy some for my daughter as well. They didn't give me any chocolate, so I wonder if it was really good, haha. I'm glad I lined up today, it was a lucky day with fewer young people around.

I was able to leave work on time for the first time in a while, so I got off at Ikebukuro and stopped by Venchi. Oh wow! They have a new flavor out - Cookie Cream! I love it. I'll have it with Pistachio. The Pistachio has a rich flavor as always. The Cookie Cream comes with a big cookie suddenly appearing! It's not like Oreo in Haagen-Dazs, but more like a butter cookie. Yum! It's getting warmer again, so it's the season for ice cream.

I went to Venchi, an Italian chocolate brand located on the basement floor of Tobu Department Store in Ikebukuro, and tried their gelato. I ordered the "Piccolo" size (803 yen) which allows you to choose up to 2 flavors. I selected the rich and refreshing "Fior di Latte" and the ricotta gelato with chocolate chips "Ricotta & Chocolate". The gelato was rich and creamy with a refreshing aftertaste, making it very easy to eat and giving off a luxurious vibe. It was delicious. Ikebukuro is a hidden gem as it is often not too crowded even on weekends during the day.

After shopping at the Valentine's event, I went down to the first floor and had some gelato. It was a cold day, but I really wanted to eat it so I ate it while shivering. The texture was very smooth and the sweetness was just right. I had tried it before in Shinjuku, but this time left a better impression on me.

After leaving the bar, the three of us headed to the basement of Tobu Ikebukuro. The girlfriend and the senior lady are buying gifts for the upcoming girls' night out, and I'm curious about what they will choose, so I tag along. Suddenly, the senior lady exclaims, "I want ice cream. Let's buy ice cream!" Without any objections, we head straight to the gelato shop in front of us, "Venchi," with its tempting array of flavors. Unable to decide, I offer to pay for everyone. The girlfriend seizes the opportunity, saying, "That's right, you got your bonus last week, right?" Oh no! I don't know how much it costs, and the prices are not listed! Is it market price?? I finally understand that you need to tell them the size and flavor, then pay upfront. Looking at the menu, I make my decision. The smallest size, Piccolo, costs 780 yen, and you can only order a double, even though I'm already full. I manage to make a choice, and each of us orders. I choose Ricotta & Chocolate and Venchi Cream in a cup. The girlfriend picks Tiramisu and Banana Split in a cup. The senior lady goes for Pistachio and Mascarpone & Caramelized Fig in a cone. We enjoy our gelato at a nearby stand. It's cold and delicious. The girlfriend's choice of Tiramisu and Banana stands out the most, especially the banana flavor. In the end, my choice had the most subtle flavor. The taste and service were excellent, but 780 yen for the smallest size is quite expensive! It would be great if they offered a single scoop option. Thanks for the meal! Now, we're running out of time. Time for shopping, shopping~ (•̀ω•́ ‧̣̥̇)~

Piccolo (S) offers a style where even the smallest size comes in 2 varieties to choose from. I chose Venki Cream and Pistachio. At the end, you can choose from 2 types of chocolate. The texture is thick and delicious, but considering the cost-performance (788 yen), I may not visit again.

No reservation needed, no wait, visited alone, stayed for 10 minutes, price around 1000 yen, a bit expensive but delicious gelato. Every flavor is tasty. Expensive but worth it - mascarpone & caramelized fig, cocoa.

I stopped by Venchi after a long time. I'm so tired. Finally, I have a break from the hectic days, so I decided to make a detour here! Oh! I found a new flavor. I splurged and added toppings too. It costs 1008 yen. I was surprised by the price. I chose the crunchy bits of bitter chocolate. And I also chose a new flavor called Mandarin Almond and another one called Azteco, which I've never tried before. Today, I also got a piece of chocolate as a bonus! The staff here is always so friendly and soothing. I ended up buying the expensive Christmas set too! I was surprised when I saw my previous review mentioning Mandarin. Do I have psychic abilities? (・∀・)

Passing by, my daughter insisted that I try this cocoa chocolate ice cream and raspberry ice cream that she couldn't resist. I wouldn't have tried it on my own, but the chocolate shop really knows how to make a rich chocolate flavor. This is the first time I've had chocolate ice cream this delicious. I definitely want to come back for more, even if it's just by myself!

The gelato is incredibly soft! Although the price is relatively high for gelato, adding chocolate sprinkles around it costs an additional 200 yen. However, it has a luxurious taste. It contains fruit chunks inside, making it rich and delicious. There are also some unique flavors available, making me want to try them all.

I often buy chocolate because it gives me a high level of satisfaction, but on this day I opted for a take-out pack of gelato due to the hot weather. It cost 2160 yen for up to 4 flavors, with an additional 150 yen for a cooling bag. While I appreciate that they weigh each flavor separately, I felt that the pack was a bit lacking in quantity. I was expecting it to be more densely packed like other Italian gelato shops, so I was a bit disappointed and docked a star for that. I chose the flavors of cocoa, mango, pistachio, and milk. The cocoa and milk flavors were rich and intense, as expected from this shop, but the mango sorbet was surprisingly thick and delicious, with no icy texture. It was my first time trying a sorbet that was so rich and velvety, and I was satisfied with it.

I had always been curious about Venchi, but since there was always a line at the Ginza store, I hadn't tried it. I finally found it in Ikebukuro and bought it immediately! There was no wait, so I feel like it's a hidden gem. I couldn't decide on a flavor, so I got the Grande where you can choose 4 flavors. I chose Mascarpone & Caramelized Fig, Stracciatella Coconut & Nibs, Mango, and Azteco. All four flavors were surprisingly delicious! They were rich but not too heavy since it's gelato, and I finished them all in no time! The portion size wasn't too big, so I could enjoy various flavors little by little, which was great! Next time, I want to try it in a cone.