After finishing golf, I went to Seiyu to buy ice for highball. While at Seiyu, I stopped by a busy bakery where everything was 20% off for Black Friday. I decided to buy a salted bread called "Safju" to take out. It had a crunchy, fluffy, and juicy texture, and tasted even better when toasted until crispy. It was a bit pricey at 158 yen, but if it was 120 yen, I would rate it 3 stars. Oh, it was Black Friday, so the price today was great!

Mochi Bacon with Pepper Soy Sauce for 194 yen. Hmm, it's a bit pricey (lol). It has mochi in it and tastes good, but it might be a bit expensive for poor people (lol). I think I'll be checking this out more often and might end up buying it! Thank you for the meal! (っ˘ڡ˘ς)

During work, I stopped by "Seiyu Atsubetsu Store" to use the restroom, took a quick stroll inside, and did some light shopping at Mont-Thabor. The customer service was somewhat neglected, but personally, I didn't mind it. Just like other stores, Mont-Thabor had a display of neatly arranged products, with "Hokkaido Milk Bread" being the top recommendation. I purchased the "Artisan European Curry Bread @191 yen (excluding tax)" which had a crispy exterior and a sweet curry filling. I also bought the "Salt Bread (Saffuge) @147 yen" which had a crispy crust and a chewy texture, but left a slightly unpleasant fibrous residue in the mouth. I will visit either of the stores again. Thank you for the meal.

On a certain holiday, I stopped by a bakery inside the Seiyu store in Atsubetsu-ku on my way home after having lunch. The parking lot is spacious because it is part of Seiyu. The store is located in the middle of the building, with the kitchen at the back where freshly baked items are also sold. From the menu that day, I chose a few items that caught my eye, including the "Sugar Coated Karinto Donut Small (365 yen)." Although I initially wanted to buy it individually, the small size came with quite a few pieces in the bag, so I hesitated but ended up purchasing it. When I took a bite, I found it to be a donut shaped like the boss of karinto, with a sugar-coated surface making it a perfect snack. However, it doesn't last long, so as a single man, I ended up eating it as a substitute for dinner. The "Hokkaido Milk Bread Mini Blueberry (278 yen)" reminded me of Mont-Thabor's milk bread. This one had blueberries on top, and despite being mini, it was quite substantial. The milk-flavored bread dough brought back memories of my time working in Azabu-Juban long ago. As I looked around the store, I noticed that many items were sold in multiples like a pack of 3, which made it inconvenient for a single person like me to choose. Thank you for the meal.

A bread artisan bought their own product. It's not the trendy type, but a solid meal bread. The texture is soft but not sticky! It fits a narrow range perfectly. They are particular about using high-quality wheat and water, which incurs high costs. The light roast gives a fragrant and happy feeling. It has a mild sweetness and light saltiness, making it suitable for everyone. It's a bread that you can enjoy with your family at home without worries. Although it's a bit pricey for daily consumption, it's worth it. I would definitely want to have it again. It's a treat for occasional indulgence.

During a work break, I really wanted to eat bread, but I didn't feel like going to the convenience store. The ladies at my workplace recommended this place that I can quickly drive to. Oh, the main store is in Azabu-Juban! Teritama lunch bread for 170 yen, round coppe bread (croquette) for 160 yen, Safju for 147 yen, Takumi Tokachi red bean bread for 149 yen. Safju was crispy, chewy, and really delicious. The prices are reasonable and the taste is great, so it's really good.

I bought it because it was rare. I fell for the shop's strategy of the cat-themed nekopan for Cat Day! I purchased the nekopan Mimi (custard). It's so cute and smile-inducing. Inside, it's filled with custard cream. The custard cream has a strong milk flavor, which I enjoyed as a resident of Milk Land Hokkaido. Thank you for the meal. These commemorative day promotions are great. I like them.

Seiyu Atsubetsu store's popular bakery, San Corono, has stopped offering generous tastings due to the coronavirus. This has made it easier to choose as there are no longer people who don't buy after trying. The Saftju for 147 yen has been renewed to celebrate 20 million sales, with a crisper texture, although it seems to be slightly harder than before and with less butter. The Karinto Donuts Small for 365 yen comes with 9 easy-to-eat sticks that have a karinto-like shape but taste like regular donuts. It goes well with milk. Thank you for the meal.

The bakery is usually quite busy, but their bread is not too sweet or greasy, and it's delicious. I heard they have a limited edition bread on Fridays, so I decided to try it. It cost ¥1020 for 1.5 kg, which made me hesitate a bit, but I thought why not! The bread wasn't fluffy or sweet, but had a refreshing aroma and a crispy crust. They bake it twice a day, and even though I bought it, it sold out quickly. It seems like there are regular customers who look forward to it every week. I wish it was a bit cheaper, but overall it was a great experience.

▼Location▼ Located on the 1st floor of Seiyu Atsubetsu store, at the corner of Atsubetsu Street and Atsubetsu Chuo Street. ▼About the Shop▼ Montabo has its main store in Azabu-Juban, Tokyo, and operates chain stores mainly in supermarkets such as Seiyu and Apita in eastern Japan. Their specialty is the award-winning Hokkaido milk bread. ▼Menu▼ They offer a variety of pastries including Karinto donuts, Hokkaido milk bread, and savory bread. ▼Items Tried▼ ▽Hokkaido Tokachi Red Bean Bun - 161 yen▽ Made with red beans from Tokachi, this bun has a smooth red bean paste with a nice sweetness inside a cute-sized bun with a good texture. ▽Chewy Salt Bread - 149 yen▽ This salt bread has a unique chewy texture with a strong mochi-like feel, made with rice flour. ▽Enchanting Raisin Bread - 136 yen▽ An original product with raisins, mayonnaise, and sugar baked on top, creating a surprisingly delicious combination of flavors. ▼Impressions▼ Montabo is a popular bakery chain with original and unique products that have gained popularity, especially their Hokkaido milk bread. This branch at Seiyu Atsubetsu is a favorite spot, and the Raisin Bread in particular stood out with its interesting flavor combination. The overall quality of the bakery chain is consistently high, making it a place worth visiting again.

Mr. Montabo, I've been going quite often and starting to get a little bored... There wasn't anything particularly special, so I chose the usual Spicy Broth and the Sauf Ju Cheese that I hadn't tried yet. Maybe it was because I went at 7 pm, but it seemed a bit firmer than usual... As expected, the regular Sauf Ju Cheese is the best (^-^; My wife even said, "I'm not really feeling it lately (-.-)." Maybe we'll take a break from here for a while.

Pan and Premium Friday, what's the connection? (laughs) Oh, maybe it's about enjoying wine and hard bread. On this day, we had my wife's favorite Montaboe for dinner. It was 20% off for Premium Friday. We arrived at 7 pm and the selection was quite limited... Ended up buying the usual items. Nevertheless, it was quite delicious. Especially, French bread and hard bread have a strong wheat flavor as you chew. Lately, we've been getting a lot of misses with limited editions, which is disappointing. Wife: Alright, we've eaten, let's go for a walk! To manage postprandial blood sugar levels, we have been walking for 30 minutes to 1 hour every night. Gotta age healthily, right? (sweat)

After having lunch, we went sightseeing again! We visited Mount Moiwa, and the next morning we bought bread at Mont-Thabor for breakfast. However, as someone who drinks alcohol at night, I don't eat anything the next morning (^-^; I did have a few karinto donuts beforehand though♪ The not-too-sweet black sugar was delicious, and even a drinker like me could enjoy them ( ´ ▽ ` )ﾉ

Once again, my wife's favorite bakery. It's relatively low-priced and delicious, and most importantly, it's convenient because it's located in Seiyu. They offer a lot of samples, and the staff are all friendly. On this day, I had the Spicy Brioche and the reissued Safju Olive Oil. My wife had the Cream Cheese Danish. The Spicy Brioche was delicious! The cheese was baked perfectly, making the bread very enjoyable. The Safju was okay, but it had a slightly salty oily taste. My wife was raving about how delicious the Cream Cheese Danish was.

I had been wanting to visit this restaurant after reading reviews from My Reviewer. When I revisited the area near this restaurant, I decided to stop by. I found the Hokkaido milk bread that I wanted to buy! And it was freshly baked! I also bought croissants, melon bread, and Camembert cheese bread. The Hokkaido milk bread (421 yen) was delicious when eaten warm. I thought of placing it near the warm air vent in my car, and when I got home, it was just slightly warm and very tasty. The surface of the bread had a crispy cookie topping, and the inside was fluffy and delicious. The Croissant Fermanté au Beurre (172 yen) had a nice crispiness but I wished it had more buttery flavor. The Everyone's Smiling Melon Bread (216 yen) had a crispy surface and a chewy inside. It was a delicious melon bread with a hint of lemon flavor. I warmed up the Camembert cheese bread (194 yen) in the microwave. As it warmed up, the unique aroma of Camembert cheese filled the air. It was a delicious bread with the flavor of Camembert cheese.

My wife's standard for bread is here. Although it is a bakery inside a supermarket, they have milk bread displayed in front of the store, and there are plenty of samples to try. The staff are always smiling and have a nice vibe. It's embarrassing to see people coming just for the samples even though they have no intention of buying anything. On this day, I bought some bread for lunch. The soft bread here is delicious, but I especially like the hard bread. The coarse-ground sausage frank on this day was also delicious, with a crispy outer layer and a rich sausage flavor.

In November 2016, I visited the Hokubetsu Seiyu. After shopping at the supermarket, I stopped by this bakery. I had purchased basil sauce the other day, so I decided to enjoy it with a French bread called "Battard." "Battard" means intermediate in French. I thought about asking them to slice it for me, but it seemed like it was still freshly baked. I asked the staff if they could slice it, but they said it was not possible because it was still fresh. I will have it as a snack for my evening drink. The crust was crispy, and the inside was soft and chewy, with a nice texture. I still prefer to enjoy it with garlic butter. Thank you for the meal! ✿ฺ(๑´ڡ`๑)✿ฺ.