だいぼん@京都
I have been passing by this restaurant for over ten years, several times a week. I have only bought bread from here a few times, but I know that many people are aware of the old plate on the storefront that says "Established ○○ years ago." Every year, I have witnessed the numbers increase, from 95, 96, 97, 98, to 99 years. And recently, they finally reached their 100th anniversary. To commemorate this milestone, the plate was replaced with a new one, similar to the photo. For me, it's not about the "nostalgic taste," but rather about showing respect for reaching 100 years. With congratulations, I decided to buy bread from here again after a long time. I chose the chicken cutlet sandwich. The soft bread and rich sauce made it quite delicious. If asked if it's the "best in Kyoto," I might have to say no, but it's undeniable that this is one of the three long-standing establishments in Kyoto. (By the way, the bread from the oldest shop in Kyoto is not to my liking.) Their "birthday" is in April. Being able to introduce their 100th-anniversary celebration on Tabelog is something I'm proud and happy about. I hope they continue to make history, reaching 101, 102 years, and beyond. Lastly, I noticed that this shop doesn't just inherit the original taste. With each new generation of owners (the son of the previous owner), they challenge themselves to create new types of bread. It seems like they experiment and change, while still preserving tradition. Tradition must not just be passed down but also added to, modified, and personalized to create one's own shop. Those who inherit it will continue the cycle of trial and error, changing while upholding tradition. I couldn't help but feel moved and impressed by observing a single bakery, realizing that tradition is built in this way. However, another part of me is looking down on myself, thinking, "What a fool!" What a strange feeling!