I received this from a friend. Yakisoba bread. ★ Taste When you eat this, other yakisoba breads before this start to seem like "bread with yakisoba" to me. That's how much yakisoba there is! There are so many ingredients that you can see them with your eyes! The bread is not the usual coppe pan, but a flat, round one that feels like it's been folded. The texture feels crispy and fragrant, like it's made with corn flour. I want to eat it again ♡

Kyoto is a bakery located in the mountains of Iwakura. It has a great atmosphere. It might be nice to take a walk around the area, but be aware of the bear warning signs (laughs). There are various delicious items, but the highlight is the French toast! The sweetness, the amount of eggs - it's a perfect balance. It's great for breakfast or as a snack. It was delicious!

It was difficult for me to visit the main store, but I was interested in the bakery "BRUGGE Rakuhoku" which is known for its events sales. When I found out that they were having a sale nearby, I went there and bought a lot! The Rakuhoku French Toast is thin and soft inside. The Rakuhoku Cream Puff has plenty of custard cream inside, with a chewy and mildly sweet crust. The muffin is moist and satisfying. The creamy egg curry bread has a runny egg and chunky beef curry filling. Both live up to their names! (Both have a sweet curry sauce, so if you prefer spicy, you might find it lacking a bit...) I shared these pastries with my family and friends, and they all loved them! I want to buy more variety of pastries next time they have a sale nearby.

I bought two matcha black bean and two chocolate muffins. They were soft and moist, and delicious. The chocolate banana and salted caramel ones were already sold out. The French bread from Rakuhoku is the most popular, but all the other breads are also delicious. I will definitely go back to buy more. They also sell online.

I had the French toast at Brugge Raku Kita in Sakyo-ku, Kyoto. It was delicious. I happened to come across their stall at the handmade market at Kamigamo Shrine as well (though they were sold out of French toast).

I was captivated by the taste of the French toast at this restaurant, so I went to the store in Iwakura for the second time. It was too far, so I would always target it at the Isetan bread fair and buy it there. But this time, guess what! It was being sold for a limited time at a supermarket near my home. I couldn't believe it. I couldn't help but ask the store clerk, "Is this the bread shop from Rakuhoku?" and they replied, "It's not Rakuhoku Pan, it's a shop in Iwakura Rakuhoku." That's right, us middle-aged ladies found it difficult to remember the complicated katakana store name, so we just called it Rakuhoku Pan. It was our own name for the store among us ladies. When I asked, "Oh, don't you have matcha French toast?" they said, "We don't carry matcha." But there is matcha French toast! I bought it at Isetan! I understood that it wasn't available this time. On the way back in the car, the smell of bread filled the air! I was in a happy mood in the car (I wonder if "happy mood" is outdated?).

Hankyu Department Store Pan World event booth review: - Lacobak Shokupan 1kg: Taste ★3.4 - Delicious in a normal way. Soft and slightly sweet. Large 1kg loaf with a wide cut surface. Not very memorable due to its conventional taste. Thank you for the meal.

- Liked points: They offer mobile sales - Points to note: Be careful not to buy too much - Parking available - No specific rules A bakery in Kyoto. It seems they have a store in Rakuhoku, but they also focus on mobile sales. I happened to come across their sales near my home and decided to buy some. They were featured on a TV show called "Tonari no Ningen Kokuhou" (The Human National Treasure Next Door). Their main items are French toast, so I bought that along with a delicious-looking cream puff. Let's try them out. Rakuhoku French France Bread: It seems like they thinly sliced the bread to make French toast. The outside is nicely browned, almost burnt, while the inside is moist and chewy with a not-too-sweet taste. However, it doesn't have any standout features. Rakuhoku Cream Puff: At first glance, it looks like a regular cream puff. But when you open it, you'll see it's filled with a generous amount of custard cream. It's not too sweet, so you can easily finish it in one go. Overall, it's easy to eat with a mild sweetness. However, it lacks a distinct selling point. Thank you for the meal.

I went to a bakery in Iwakura that I heard was delicious. They have pies available only on weekends. You can choose from custard, cream, or ice cream to fill the pie, and they fill it for you on the spot. I chose custard. It was delicious. Not too sweet and not too heavy. The crust was crispy on the outside. So tasty. I'm sure their pudding must be delicious too. I bought it and it was really good. The pudding was very creamy. I definitely want to buy it again. I also bought a baguette from Rakuhoku French. It was freshly baked, so I couldn't resist snacking on it in the car on the way home. The crust was crispy but not too hard, just the way I like it. I'll save the sliced bread for breakfast tomorrow.

I tried the popular "Rakuhoku French" and it was delicious. The baguette used for this French toast had a thin crumb cut, which was a bit of a concern. If the crumb were thicker and softer, it would be a perfect French toast. The "Rakuhoku Cream Puff" is a bargain at ¥170. The cream seemed to have a high milk fat content, which is a matter of preference. The "Rakuhoku Shokupan" was made with a hot water method, and the soft dough melted in the mouth. It was delicious. The café for dining in is currently unavailable due to the state of emergency in Kyoto's Sakyo-ku Iwakura Nagatanimachi 1050.

Around 12 o'clock on Sunday, three customers arrived at the small restaurant at the same time, filling up the place. I purchased the French toast with fruit and ice cream. The French toast is said to be the most popular item, and although it is quite large, it is thin and easy to eat. It is not too soft, just the right amount of sweetness, and you don't get tired of it even though it's big. The fruit ice cream is best eaten after letting it sit for a bit since it is frozen. Underneath the fruit, there is condensed milk, making it sweet and delicious. It may not be recommended for those who don't like overly sweet desserts.

Anpan Kaku, located in front of Kurama Station, and other bakery wagons that can be seen in several supermarkets! They seem to be mobile selling in a wide area, mainly in western Japan, and their schedule is posted on their website. In the evening, they often sell out quickly, but I have seen them a few times and each time I was able to buy some remaining items. I shared them with my family who loves bread. - Rakuhoku Shokupan: It has been aged for a long time, not too hard or too soft, but chewy. - Rakuhoku French: I ate it without baking, not too sweet and moist. The thin dough made it light to eat. - Salted Butter Castella: Rich butter with a hint of salt on top, moist and smooth. So far, my favorite is the Salted Butter Castella, but there are many types, so I would like to try others when I see the mobile wagon again.

I was walking around Harukas and came across a pop-up bread shop. I bought their most popular item, French toast, and had it at home without microwaving it as instructed. I was surprised that it was made with French bread instead of regular bread, and it had a nice sweetness to it. It was delicious! Thank you for the meal.

The nearest bus stop is a 10-minute walk away. The bus runs every 15 minutes, and the bakery is located at the outskirts of a residential area near the mountain trail entrance. It is not as remote as it may seem to residents of Rakuhoku. The bakery has a spacious property with a large factory, and the sales area is surprisingly compact, with a central kitchen attached. Due to the impact of COVID-19, the store opens at 11:00 AM, and I entered at the opening time. The store quickly filled up with customers, showing its popularity. They offer a variety of bread, from bagels to sweets, hard bread, and pastries, making it a bakery that has everything for the town. The "Rakuhoku French" is a popular item here, a bread that is sliced vertically with powdered sugar on top, and has a chewy texture. It is similar to a creme brulee in bread form. The size is quite large, so eating one will make you feel full. It's understandable why many people are repeat customers, as it has a unique taste. The "Cream Pie" is limited to weekends and holidays at the main store, and it is about the size of two breads, filled with custard cream. It's a dessert that anyone would enjoy. I once again felt that local bakeries like this are supported by people of all ages and genders. The prices are reasonable, making it easy to purchase. It's more of a place for locals rather than a destination store. If you happen to come across it at an event, it's worth buying. Initially, I was surprised to see over 100 reviews for a bakery in this location, but it turns out that most of the early reviewers visited during events or business trips. I felt that the COVID-19 prevention measures were somewhat relaxed. The bread is displayed without packaging, and you serve yourself, so it can be a bit concerning when it's crowded.

I used to buy at handmade markets like Hyakumanben Handmade Market and Ume Koji Handmade Market every time, but this time I purchased at Kamigamo Shrine Handmade Market. I have bought it so many times that I have lost count, but the apple danish is really delicious. It is packed with apple inside and the outside is crispy danish. This place is famous for its French toast, and I have bought it a few times, but the apple danish is definitely better!! I have also bought savory bread and red bean paste bread here, but they are over 200 yen, so I'd rather go to a more delicious bakery... However, the apple danish is worth buying here, so I always line up to buy it. It fills you up and gives you a high level of satisfaction as a dessert.

At the Nishinomiya Gardens event. I tried the curry pan from Rakuhoku French Cheese Bar (two pieces). The non-fried version of the curry pan was delicious with a chewy texture. The curry had a slightly sweet flavor. Since they are small, you could easily eat two of them. The Rakuhoku French Cheese Bar was moist and not as sweet as it looks! There was also a chocolate version available. I wish I had bought it! I haven't tried the cheese bar yet, but it looks delicious. Looking forward to it. Thank you for the meal!

When I went to buy donuts, I saw "Blu Jue" signs here and there along the way. Since I had come so close, I decided to buy something on my way back. It's been a while since I came to this shop. There used to be a cafe here, but I guess it's not there anymore. Cakes and breads were lined up neatly. I chose the following items: Ooyama Arab

I visited the main store in Iwakura. The blog of the shop humbly describes it as being in the mountains, but it's actually easily accessible by bus from Kokusai Kaikan Station (about 10 minutes) or Iwakura Station (about 5 minutes), and then a 10-minute walk from there, so you can reach it without any problems using public transportation. The weekend mobile sales are separate from the main store's business, so they are open on days other than the regular holidays. However, similar to what I saw at the handmade market in Kamigamo, there were several trips back and forth by the transport wagon to replenish items like French toast. I tried the Bacon Epi, Curry Pan, and Cream Pie (limited to weekends). The mobile sales have a wide variety of menu items that are not available at the main store, which is a great attraction. The Bacon Epi with bacon, cheese, and edamame was delicious and one of my favorite breads. The Curry Pan had a crispy breaded surface and a chewy interior filled with flavorful curry. It was not greasy at all, and the curry inside was sweet but with a strong spice flavor, making it a recommended taste for everyone from children to adults. And finally, the eagerly awaited French toast! I visited right after opening, so it was freshly baked! The contrast between the crispy outside and moist inside was outstanding. It was even better than when I tried it at the handmade market. However, the most shocking item was the Cream Pie available only on weekends. There were two options: regular cream or ice cream, and I chose the whipped cream. When I took a bite, it was incredibly crispy! It was even crispier than the famous cornet-style pastries from Kyoto bakeries! The texture was like fulfilling a childhood dream of stuffing a big piece of chocolate in your mouth! The refreshing sweetness of the whipped cream, which was made extremely soft, combined perfectly with the crispiness, and it was so delicious that it disappeared in an instant. It's worth visiting the main store just for this item. In the summer, they also offer cafe menu items in a lovely space along the stream behind the store, so that's something to look forward to as well. Nearby, there is the famous Iwakura Jissoin Temple known for its "falling maple leaves" (about a 20-minute walk), so you may also enjoy taking a stroll in the refreshing air of Iwakura. At this time of year, taking the Eizan Electric Railway from Iwakura Station to Kurama or Kibune Shrine to see the autumn leaves is also a beautiful experience. I highly recommend this shop for sightseeing in the northern part of Kyoto! Access: 1. From Kokusai Kaikan Station, take the city subway Karasuma Line bus stop 26, 45, 46 towards "Iwakura Muramatsu," get off at Uenagase bus stop, 10 minutes walk * Does not go directly to Iwakura Jissoin Temple * 2. From Iwakura Station, take the Eizan Electric Railway Kurama Line bus stop 26, 41, 43, 46 towards "Iwakura Muramatsu," get off at Uenagase bus stop, 10 minutes walk. Buses run about every 20 minutes, so rest assured. From the bus stop, turn left at the first corner in the opposite direction and follow the signs, which are easy to follow.

Hankyu Nishinomiya Gardens is said to be the largest shopping mall in western Japan. It was built on the former site of the Hankyu Braves' Nishinomiya Stadium, where I used to visit often as a child when I was part of the Hankyu Braves kids club. The stadium offered free seating for children in grades 3 and 4, so I watched many games there with star players like Yamada, Yamaguchi, Fukumoto, Kato, Nagaike, and Marcano. Now, a huge shopping mall with a cinema complex has been built on this site, including a Hankyu department store. The basement floor features a variety of bread shops from neighboring prefectures, with different vendors rotating weekly. On a recent visit, I discovered a bakery from Kyoto and tried their "Croque Monsieur" sandwich. I had heard of Croque Monsieur before but never tried it. It consists of ham and cheese sandwiched between croissant bread, lightly toasted in a pan and served warm with bechamel or Mornay sauce. The slightly burnt appearance is due to the croissant being further toasted after baking. This was my first time understanding what Croque Monsieur is, and I found it delicious. The crispy croissant with the hearty ham and cheese filling paired perfectly with my coffee.

I posted a review of a restaurant I visited last summer, and I'm sorry, but it's a shop in the mountains of Kyoto. It's in a very remote location, but surprisingly there are houses around, it's more urban than where I live! This shop is a favorite bagel shop of my coworkers, always busy with orders on Rakuten. I had been planning to visit for a while, and finally stopped by on the way back from making a wish at Kifune Shrine. I thought it would be easy, but it was much tougher than I imagined! I walked a long way while staring at the map app, wondering when I would arrive. I was a bit scared when I saw a sign warning of bears. Kyoto is amazing. The journey was tough, so I don't remember much about the shop, but the staff were kind to me, a tired customer. I was surprised to find that there were very few bagels, it felt more like a regular bakery. They also had some cake-like items, which I wanted to try, but it was too hot in the summer and I just wanted a cold drink. I bought two types of bagels and went home, but I was so tired that I forgot to take the usual food photos I always take. The taste was the same as the ones I usually order online. I was exhausted...