It's been a while. I bought some chestnut manju and Gion Taiko because you mentioned you like chestnut manju. I also tried the chestnut manju and Gion Taiko after a long time. I still love Gion Taiko because it's delicious as always. I can eat a lot of them, so the addictiveness is quite dangerous, haha. I feel like buying them again.

◉Genre: Japanese sweets, Western sweets ◉Area: Sanribu City Kokura, Kokura Minami-ku, Kitakyushu City ◉Access: 5 minutes by car from JR Abe-yama Koen Station ◉Parking: Available ◉Credit card payment: Not available ◉Number of visits: Multiple times ◉Number of reviews: 1st visit On this day, I casually visited "Kogedou Sanribu City Kokura Store." ◇Exterior and Interior This is a traditional Japanese sweets shop located in the large commercial facility Sanribu City Kokura in Kokura Minami-ku, Kitakyushu City. It is a pride of the people of Kitakyushu rather than Fukuoka residents, a long-established shop that has been around for over 100 years. It is not an independent shop, but a tenant shop. ◇Seating Takeout only. ◇Menu Composition They offer traditional Japanese sweets such as chestnut manju and gion-daiko, as well as Western sweets like cakes. The items I ordered are as follows: - Dorayaki (151 yen) → Tax-inclusive price I bought dorayaki as a souvenir and also one for myself. Whenever asked what my favorite item from Kogedou is, I always say gion-daiko, but it's hard to resist the classic dorayaki. This time, I was in the mood for dorayaki, so I ended up getting it as a souvenir as well. The slightly sticky and fluffy dough with sweet red bean paste inside. The nostalgic and familiar taste is irresistible! ◆Strong Points Consistent taste from a long-established shop! ◆Customer Service Average, I suppose. ◆Summary Whether it's during the Bon Festival in August or any other time, if you're looking for a reliable souvenir, Kogedou is the way to go. Thank you for the meal! ^ ^

I was organizing photos from my recent outings and realized I had a picture of the exterior of Kotsuki-do at Sun Live City Kokura, but nothing of the interior. Oh well, I forgot to take a picture. So here is a partially eaten Baumkuchen. Don't worry, I cut it with a knife (no teeth marks). As for the taste, well, Kotsuki-do itself is known for its typical and authentic Japanese sweets. So the Baumkuchen is also of a traditional Japanese style, unlike the modern ones. It's like the original Japanese version of a European-style Baumkuchen. The taste is so reliable and comforting that there's not much to say about it. I apologize for the weird angle in the photo where the staff member is partially cut off.

Fruit cake @ 195 yen [Energy 164kcal Carbohydrates 19.4g] Breton Galette @ 195 yen [Energy 139kcal Carbohydrates 15.5g] [Momoyama] Celebratory Taiyaki 153 yen [Energy 113kcal Carbohydrates 24.0g] Kotsukedo's History Kotsukedo was established in the lively city of Kokura in Meiji 28 by confectioner Junichiro Ono, amidst the development of the Yahata Steel Works (now Nippon Steel) and coal mines. The "Chestnut Manju" with a lucky winning chestnut inside, which was used for New Year's gifts, was highly popular at the time of its founding. Since then, Kotsukedo has been loved by the people of Kitakyushu and Fukuoka for over 100 years, with its main store located on the prominent Uomachi Street. Other popular items include the "Hitotsu Kuri," which wraps a whole chestnut in sweet bean paste, and the "Gion Taiko," made with carefully selected red beans and wrapped in pie crust. Oh, so it's a long-standing traditional Japanese confectionery shop that I often see around. The fruit cake I bought this time was the most delicious. The celebratory Taiyaki was just average. Removing the silver paper around the Breton Galette was a real struggle. It was stuck on so tightly.

Seasonal chestnut dorayaki! It is filled with plenty of chestnuts, not too sweet red bean paste, and a matcha-flavored outer layer, creating a perfect trio. They all complement each other without overpowering, making it addictive. It's only available in autumn, so finding it will definitely lift your spirits. The price is reasonable, which is a bonus. If you have your wife buy you two, it will make your day a happy one. Definitely worth trying.

I haven't watched their commercials recently, but Kotsukedo is famous for their jingle "Do you remember, the taste of chestnuts, Kotsukedo's chestnut manjuuuu". Their chestnut manjuu is delicious, but this time I tried their whole chestnut. It's like eating a whole chestnut instead of chopped chestnuts. The taste is as expected, delicious. It consists of chestnuts in syrup and white bean paste. It goes really well with hot tea. I was surprised to find out that it's a local shop in Fukuoka, not a nationwide chain. It's so tasty that I want everyone across the country to know about this local flavor.

It is a gift. It seems to be a famous Japanese confectionery shop in Fukuoka. One chestnut roasted chestnut bun. One chestnut is named as it is, with a whole chestnut inside. Since it is mostly chestnut, it is delicious. The roasted barley is a name that makes no sense, with barley being roasted or not roasted (lol). I don't have much knowledge of Japanese confectionery, but it's probably roasted! The chestnut bun is a classic among classics. It is a popular and delicious Japanese confectionery. It was a souvenir filled with chestnuts.

On November 16, 2011, "White Tama Zenzai," a highly anticipated souvenir, was a big hit. Located inside Sanrib, this place called "Kogedou" is where we often go to buy souvenirs. In addition to boxed sets, they also offer various cakes that you can purchase individually. It's convenient when you want to try a sample, but unfortunately, it's quite expensive. Also, I've heard that their "White Tama Zenzai" is delicious, but every time I've visited, it's always sold out.

A friend from Kokura brought me a souvenir from Fukuoka. It was Gion Taiko... I used to eat it without paying much attention to it in the past, but I didn't realize that there are different types like "chunky red bean paste," "smooth red bean paste," and "chestnut paste." When I tried it again, I felt like the balance between the crispy pie crust and the moist red bean paste was best in the chunky red bean paste variety. Looking back, I realized that I had always received the same type of Gion Taiko as gifts, whether it was "smooth red bean paste" or "chunky red bean paste." Regardless, it's safe to say that this sweet treat is more of a specialty of Fukuoka Prefecture than just Kokura, and it's truly delicious.

Theme: Outside Fukuoka City Date: 2010-05-15 Time: 00:05:00 Kogetsudo's Chestnut Manju - A delicious gift of one whole chestnut and roasted barley from Kogetsudo! The symbol of Kogetsudo is shaped like two moons, one small and one large, side by side. The small moon shines in the night sky, reflecting on the lake surface and becoming the large moon floating there. Kogetsudo's chestnut manju is very famous in Fukuoka. I tried the "one chestnut" and "roasted barley" flavors for the first time, and they were so luxurious with a whole chestnut inside. The chestnut with the skin on is inside. The roasted barley flavor was so good. I also tried the "Gion Taiko" inspired by the Kokura Gion Taiko festival in Kitakyushu City, which was wrapped in pie crust! The butter in the pie crust was delicious. Kogetsudo 3-2 Akasaka Kaigan, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu City TEL: 093-521-1804 http://www.kogetsudo.com/ - Fukuoka Wonderful Discoveries - Mutual Link Support SEO - Material Shop - Fukuoka Easygoing Andante - Starting to Study Korean (Note: The links provided are not accessible in this format)

Individual pieces are sold for 135 yen each, it is a famous confection from Kokura. It has a taiko drum pattern? I wonder what that is about? What is the origin of its name? The filling is smooth sweet bean paste. I wanted whole bean paste but it was out of stock, so I reluctantly settled for smooth bean paste... The moist thin pie crust is amazing! It is not too sweet. I usually don't like smooth bean paste, but I was able to enjoy it with this elegant sweet filling. I have loved Japanese-style pies since I was a child. I truly admire the person who came up with this idea.

Founded in 1895 in Kokura, Koganeido is a long-established confectionery shop with 32 stores in the Kitakyushu area, 8 stores in Fukuoka, and 1 store in Yamaguchi Prefecture. I had the opportunity to try their seasonal limited edition "Gion Taiko" with sakura bean paste. The name "Gion Taiko" is inspired by the taiko drums of the famous Kokura Gion Festival. The pastry resembled a traditional Japanese sweet called "Kumamoto Koubai no Mushaboshi." The sakura-flavored bean paste had a subtle sweetness, and the crispy pie crust added a familiar texture. It was a delightful treat that showcased the regional charm of Kitakyushu.

I revisited the shop and added some photos. - Kurimanju (chestnut bun) 105 yen - Gion Taiko (Gion drum) 136 yen - Hitotsu Kuri (one chestnut) 242 yen I had seen this shop in a shopping street near Kokura Station before, but never had the chance to go in. There is also a store inside Sun Live City Kokura, so I decided to try it out. - Ohagi Assortment (3 pieces: one with whole bean paste, one with smooth bean paste, and one with kinako (roasted soybean flour, smooth bean paste inside)) for 378 yen. Each one had a rich filling and paired well with tea. The balance with the mochi was just right. The appearance and taste were elegant, and it became my favorite. They are small, so you can easily eat them in one go. I wish they were available outside of the Higan season as well. - Ichigo Daifuku (strawberry mochi) It had a round shape like a dumpling skin, with smooth bean paste and a strawberry inside. So, one side had just the bean paste, and the other side had just the strawberry, allowing you to enjoy each flavor separately. It was difficult to eat it all in one bite, and it was a shame because I wanted to enjoy them together. According to their website, chestnut buns are their specialty. I definitely want to try them next time.

When it comes to sweets in Kokura, Kogetsudo is a well-loved local confectionery shop. My friends and I always go to the Kogetsudo cafe in Uomachi for a chat. Kogetsudo's traditional Japanese sweets are always well-received by customers and make great gifts for friends. The Gion Taiko is probably the most famous, but all their sweets are elegant, not too sweet, and simply delicious. When it comes to sweets in Kokura, Kogetsudo is the place to go.

Kotsuzumi-do is a nationally famous shop in Kokura known for their chestnut sweets. One of their popular products is a chestnut sweet where soft chestnuts simmered in syrup are wrapped in sweet bean paste and baked. The balance between the gentle sweetness of the chestnuts and the bean paste is just right. Using chestnuts with their skins on adds an elegant sweetness to the treat. Priced at 2,100 yen for 8 pieces, it is not too expensive and would make a great gift for families who enjoy traditional Japanese sweets. Remember, there's always an exception to the rule that famous specialties are not always delicious.

My family brought back a souvenir from Kyushu, which is a box of 10 chestnut manju from Kotsukedo. It is a long-established traditional Japanese confectionery shop that has been around since the Meiji era. The manju is shaped like a koban (oval-shaped coin) with a plump center. When held in the hand, it is quite large and has a shiny brown surface. This is truly the ultimate chestnut manju. The simple appearance warms the heart. When you bite into it, the skin is moderately thick, filled with white bean paste, and has a fluffy texture. Although the chestnut flavor is subtle, you can definitely taste the pieces of chestnut in it. This is a treat that you would want to enjoy with a hot cup of green tea, even on a hot summer day.