Today, I had some free time in the evening, so I decided to take a little break in Yurakucho and also seized the opportunity to get some bread at "VIRON Marunouchi Store." The shop has a nice atmosphere with its characteristic deep red exterior. Ordering was done face-to-face with the staff, and although I was a bit overwhelmed by the choices, I settled on the Jambon de Bayonne Pre de Boeuf (1370 yen), the Sandwich Provencal (800 yen), and the Pain au Levain (460 yen). First, I tried the Jambon de Bayonne Pre de Boeuf, and it was delicious! The crust was crispy and satisfying, while the crumb was soft and had a lovely wheat aroma and flavor. The Pierre Oteiza ham had a great taste with just the right amount of saltiness, and the generous butter between the slices of white mold cheese added to the enjoyment. The sturdy baguette held everything together perfectly. The Sandwich Provencal featured a semi-hard bread with a chewy crumb that released a delightful wheat fragrance as I bit into it. The combination of ample tuna, sun-dried tomatoes, onions, and boiled eggs worked really well, and the balance between the sunny lettuce and treviso was spot-on, making it very tasty. The Pain au Levain had a crispy crust with a rich flavor, and the custard cream had a pleasant richness that paired nicely with the sweet and tangy raisins. It was delicious! It had been a while since I visited VIRON, and the baguette was still as charming as ever. The sandwiches, with their premium feel, left a great impression, and I was more than satisfied. I definitely want to try their other breads as well. This place is personally convenient for me to visit, so I'll definitely be back!

As usual, I bought delicious baguettes, cavat and croissants on my way home from work. The baguette here is on the hard side, but the taste and aroma of wheat become more pronounced with each bite. Although I only intended to buy the baguette, I couldn't resist trying the cavat and croissants as well. It's great to have Viron nearby!

I bought a half-sized Pan de Mi for 313 yen for breakfast. I toasted it as usual. It got a bit crispy quite quickly, but the inside was fluffy. It tends more towards chewy rather than crispy. Personally, I prefer crispy types, so this Pan de Mi from this shop wasn't really to my liking.

"Exploring 100 Famous Eateries in Tokyo, Kyobashi, and Yurakucho on a Holiday" [No. 5]: Our final destination for today's culinary adventure is VIRON Marunouchi, a renowned bakery near Tokyo Station. I've visited their Shibuya branch before and enjoyed their crispy yet chewy 'hard-type' French bread immensely. [Location]: Located near Tokyo Station, easily accessible from the underground without getting wet! You can find it on the first floor of TOKIA, a gourmet and office complex inside Marunouchi. The bakery entrance is on the outside of the building, while you can access the café space from inside. [Visit Time & Day]: Visited around 1:40 PM on a weekday Tuesday. The bakery was quiet, allowing a leisurely browse of the bread selection. However, the café was quite crowded. [Seating]: The café had a considerable number of seats, including indoor and terrace options. For takeaway bread, you select from the showcased items and place your order. [Ordered Items]: I opted for the 'Pain Complet Doumi' (¥280 tax incl.) and the 'Le Tu Chocolat' (¥324 tax incl.), both of which were also available at the Shibuya branch. [Impressions of the Bread]: The 'Pain Complet Doumi' is akin to a half-sized French bread roll, with about three times the mass of a regular roll. Despite its hardness when fresh, it's reasonably priced in the ¥200 range. I recommend slicing it, reheating, and spreading with butter and garlic for delicious garlic toast. The combination of the hard exterior and chewy interior is fantastic. The 'Le Tu Chocolat' is a chocolate bread, but with a twist. It features a firm French bread with plenty of chocolate chips, providing a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. While it's slender at around 15 centimeters, it's quite substantial. However, it's essential to approach it without the expectation of soft and sweet chocolate bread. [Special Notes]: While the lineup resembled that of the Shibuya branch, the famous crepes weren't available at the bread takeaway counter. The staff were polite, friendly, and even allowed me to take photos of the showcase, providing excellent service. [Impressions of Exploring Tokyo, Yurakucho, and Kyobashi]: Exploring on foot, starting from Yurakucho and wandering through Kyobashi, Ginza, and the Marunouchi buildings, was delightful. Despite the close proximity of stations in Tokyo, walking without relying on the metro is enjoyable. Despite only having a brief window until catching the train around 2:10 PM, I managed to visit five places, indulging in lunch, ice cream, and purchasing bread souvenirs. Yurakucho and Ginza offer not only high-end stores but also numerous dessert shops and renowned bakeries, making wandering and exploring a delightful experience.

It's a well-known famous shop. Two items for 1200 yen... It's just expensive. The cavat is delicious. This time, I purchased the Croissant Ozymandias for the first time. There is no taste of croissant dough, butter, or almond flavor at all. There is no crispiness either. It's just a sweet bread, a bit disappointing. Some items are tasty, but the high prices overshadowed it.

You can enjoy the bread just like in Paris. This time, we ate inside the store, and they also offer sandwiches that are sliced and served. For warm bread, they reheat it for you, so you can enjoy it deliciously. They are truly remarkable. *Please note that takeout is cash only.

I've never been to Paris, but I visited solo on a holiday. Located near the south exit of Tokyo Station Marunouchi, on the 1st floor of TOKIA, there's a bakery and patisserie. It's a popular spot among sophisticated ladies, offering delicious baguettes and petit gateaux with an ambiance reminiscent of Paris. The café here is also charming. It's been awarded as one of the top 100 bakeries from '17 to '22. I arrived around 4 p.m. on a Saturday. The café was full, with 7 ladies ahead of me at the counter. Surprisingly, many of them seemed undecided about what to order. A cool and composed staff member with sharp eyes asked me, "Have you decided?" Feeling a bit nervous, I ordered the Retrodoll au Fromage and Brioche au Sucre. The next morning, I tried them out. The Retrodoll au Fromage is a bread made with Retrodoll dough mixed with Gruyère, Mimollette, and Tomme de Montagne cheese. Mimollette is somewhat recognizable, but the rest was a mystery to me. Nevertheless, the bread had a dense and chewy texture with a unique flavor that lingered in the nose. It might go well with beef stew or similar dishes. The Brioche au Sucre was fluffy with a rich sweetness from the generous amount of butter and sugar. It was delicious, but my wife jokingly remarked, "If you're going there, you should bring back baguettes or croissants." Yes, I clearly didn't do enough research. Thanks for the meal. I'll definitely come back again.

I wanted to get a takeout sandwich from Brasserie Viron on the first floor of the TOKIA office building next to Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit. I initially planned to have lunch at the bistro, but due to time constraints, I had to give up on that idea. Viron is a French flour company, and their specialty is a baguette made from their wheat. I considered buying the sandwich with Parma ham and cream cheese, but it was too large for one person to finish, and the price was 1370 yen. In the end, I opted for the tuna sandwich, which was priced at 670 yen. The bread is indeed delicious, and it might be nice to buy a baguette and take it home before returning to the office.

I was looking for a café in Marunouchi during the evening until night. It was around 11:30, so I decided to enter as it was just opening. The inside was full with reservations, so I opted for the terrace seats. Though it was still hot, it felt pleasant in the shade with a breeze. *Pain au raisin* *Tart Brioche (with ham, egg, olive)* *Café Crème Glacé (iced latte)* After ordering, they brought warm bread. The Pain au raisin had a crispy Danish pastry with rich custard and plenty of raisins inside. It was light but filling. The Tart Brioche had chunks of ham, egg, and olives inside, topped with melted cheese. Despite seeming small, it was packed with ingredients, giving it a satisfying bite. With its great location and cozy atmosphere, I'm happy to have found this café.

Visited around noon. There was a line of customers waiting at the entrance on the building side for lunch. Takeout is done from the outside. Chose Focaccia, Viennois, and Brioche Attet. The Focaccia is fluffy and delicious. It seems even more delicious when warmed up. The regular size is quite generous, so the half size might be enough. Viennois and Brioche have a simple sweetness that is not tiring. The sandwiches look delicious, but they cost around 1000 yen, so the cost performance might not be great. All the bread looks delicious, so I want to come again.

From Tokyo Station, I wanted to dine in, but as usual, it was full, so I opted for takeout. ■ Jambon de Bayonne Brioche Moëlleux: ¥1,470. Prosciutto, cheese, olive oil. Added arugula at home. Delicious, albeit pricey; it's just the price of the bread, though, haha. ■ Pain de Mie (half): ¥226. Retro-style dough, very tasty. ■ Tarte Citron: ¥864. Firm tart crust, lemon cream with a strong tang, covered in meringue. Delicious! I'd like to try someday pointing to the large bag of retro-style bread in the showcase and saying, "I'll take that," haha.

I visited Viron for lunch on Saturday, fulfilling my long-awaited desire. It seemed quite crowded, so I recommend making a reservation if you plan to go on a holiday. For lunch, many people chose either à la carte, the meat main, the fish main, or the salad lunch set. I opted for the fish main lunch and decided to indulge in some white wine as well. The freshly baked bread smelled amazing, and the fish poêlé had a special deliciousness to it! It was delightful that the bread was refillable. I ended up feeling quite full, so unfortunately, I couldn't have dessert, which was a bit disappointing. I definitely want to try it again next time!

I found a bakery inside Tokyo Station Marunouchi area for home consumption. When I went around 9:30 a.m., they didn't have focaccia yet. I revisited at 11 a.m. and was able to purchase it. - **Epi Randle**: ¥799 Made with retro doll dough filled with Gruyère cheese and French pancetta (pork belly), shaped like ears of wheat and baked. Simple yet packed with flavor. Very refined taste. - **Focaccia Doumi** (half): ¥367 Less cheese inside, in a chunk at the center, but the elegant richness of the cheese is excellent. The softness and moistness of the focaccia are just right. Overall, the bread dough itself is of very high quality. It's different from what I've had at domestic bakeries before, exuding a distinct level of sophistication. Might get tired of it if eaten every day though! Thank you for the meal.

Located in Marunouchi, this popular bakery offers authentic high-quality bread. The flagship item is the "Baguette Retrodor," made with a retrodor flour imported directly from France. The bakery is run by Le Still Co., which also operates traditional Japanese bread shops like "Minna no Panya." The bakery is around a 5-minute walk from Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit, situated on the 1st floor of TOKIA Building (directly connected to the station). The ordering style is face-to-face at the showcase, featuring mainly hard-type bread. Prices are on the higher side, reflecting the premium quality. ❤️【Retrodor Baguette】(¥453) A baguette made with 100% Retrodor flour, a wheat variety from France specifically for baguettes. The crust has a crispy texture, characteristic of French bread. While it might have been outstanding when they first opened, there are now many other places offering delicious baguettes. ❤️【Potato and Mozzarella Focaccia】(¥691) A hefty, round bread with a substantial weight. The dough incorporates potatoes, providing a chewy and firm texture. The taste is rustic, with the cheese doing a great job, although it might not suit everyone's preferences.

I went to "VIRON Marunouchi Store" located on the 1st floor of TOKIA in Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, and got some high-quality bread for takeout. There were so many delicious-looking bread options that I couldn't decide. So, I chose a croissant and a pain de campagne based on inspiration. Both were extremely delicious.

About 8 minutes' walk from Tokyo Station, I visited a famous bakery. Arrived around 10:45 AM for the 11:30 AM opening, but there was already a line. They operated on a waiting list system where I wrote my name down a bit before 11 AM, and they let people in order at the exact opening time. The prices for the dishes were honestly high, but it's Tokyo, and the place had a stylish interior with a special atmosphere that justified the cost. From Mont Saint-Michel mussels to pan-fried cod and braised beef fillet, every dish paired perfectly with alcohol. We enjoyed a variety of drinks, from beer to wine, and left satisfied.

After the live show, since I came to Tokiya, I just had to buy a Baguette and Pandumi at "VIRON". It's a renowned bakery, isn't it? Amidst a wide variety of bread, I couldn't decide (laughs). We enjoyed it with olive oil and salt on the same day, and it was really fragrant, with a great texture and taste! I love it. Thank you for the meal! (^^♪

Japan often disappoints me with its baguettes being too soft and lacking density. But finally, I found an authentic baguette at this place, Mr. Boulanger! It's reasonably priced at 300 yen, while decent sandwiches range from 800 to 1200 yen, but they're totally worth it! The bread here is firm and not soft, which adds great value. The Poulet Roti sandwich is like a chicken pate with fresh, crunchy vegetables. The focaccia has a subtle sweetness in the dough and is generously filled with cheese! Oh boy, I might go broke here. It's so delicious, I might end up buying a lot... Well, let's not restrain ourselves too much.

I finally went to VIRON, a place I've always wanted to visit! I bought about six items, including croissants and apple pie. The apple pie, in particular, had a strong cinnamon flavor, and it was delicious with a moderate level of sweetness. Thank you for the wonderful meal! If you're interested, please check out my other posts! I also have an Instagram account (@ranko_foodie). Thank you!

Visited PanTOKYO, a renowned bakery from 2017-2020 and 2022, near Ginza. Went around 19:50 on a Tuesday, just before closing. Despite the late hour, there were plenty of bread options. Cakes looked tempting, but the prices made me reconsider. Opted for: - Croissant: Moist rather than crispy, made with premium fermentation butter from Échiré village in France. - Brioche à Tête: Small but visually appealing, a subtly sweet bread with abundant use of butter and eggs. - Brioche Sucré: Brioche with vanilla sugar, moister than Brioche à Tête, with a pronounced sweetness. - Croissant Zamande: Expensive but a favorite; loaded with homemade almond cream, rich and delightful. - Pain aux Raisins: Chose due to its size and appealing appearance; Danish pastry with custard cream and raisins. Moist with a hint of rum raisin fragrance. Perhaps the best Pain aux Raisins I've had. All were generously sized. A delightful feast!

There's a shop located about 5 minutes from Tokyo, inside the Tokia Building. It always has long queues, indicating its high popularity. The shop is adjacent to a café, and while you can eat the purchased bread inside, it's usually too crowded, so taking it to go is more practical. The items ordered are: Focaccia for 340 yen, Pule Roti for 840 yen, and Viennoiseries for 670 yen. All the bread is substantial and satisfying to eat. The recommended items are various sandwiches made with French bread, but the pricing is quite aggressive, which can be a dilemma. Amidst the increasing number of Robuchon-style brasseries, VIRON has managed to maintain its unique style for a long time, earning its popularity. It's definitely a place worth visiting regularly.