I came close by, so I decided to buy some cakes after a long time. I follow their Twitter daily and feel guilty if I don't visit the store, even though my home is far away. They include ice packs, but it's still a two-hour drive to my house in Saitama, which is almost at the limit. I think it's the first time I've visited the store around 10 in the morning, and there are quite a few customers already lining up early. While waiting in line, I enjoyed deciding which cake to take home from the display between the three customers ahead of me who were making their purchases. This time, I focused on fancy tarts made with fruits. The cakes were delightful, emphasizing the sweetness and flavor of the fruits. Since they are tarts, the base is made of pie crust, and the fruits are held together with minimal gelatin. The sweetness of the Shine Muscat grapes used in the tarts was exceptional! It's like, they use these for tarts! The high-quality ingredients used in the cakes are not cheap, but the shop has always been known for using the finest fruits and ingredients. The current 5th generation owner, with a discerning eye, has built a strong trust relationship with longtime customers, making it a truly reliable shop. On the TBS show "The Best Restaurant in Life" aired on November 19th, actress Noriko Eguchi introduced Omieya's coffee jelly. I felt the humility of the shop as they didn't promote or boast about the show before or after it aired on their Twitter. Maybe you didn't know? Well, the film crew came to the shop, so they must have known. If the coffee jelly was not available that day, it's a shame. The comment about Eguchi's cake being "old-fashioned" on the show could be the highest compliment for Omieya, as they aim to create cakes that are not too flashy or too plain, suitable for everyone's taste.

Visit at 10:21 on September 23, 2023 (Sat). There were about 5 customers in the store, but I was able to enter the store right away. The eat-in space was closed. There were several tarts with lots of fruits, and I was drawn to all of them, but I decided to have the mango tart (1,296 yen). The tart was covered with a jelly-like film on the surface for oxidation prevention or shape retention. There were 5-6 large slices of mango on top. The mango did not have a peculiar smell, and I could tell it was good quality. The tart crust at the bottom had a pie-like surface, which was distinctive, but it was slightly tough and seemed to be overshadowed by the fruit. Around 14:15, I passed by the store again, and although I didn't go inside, there were a lot of customers outside. If you want to buy something quickly, visiting in the morning might be better.

Popular sweets shop with delicious coffee jelly that is not too sweet ◆ Omiya Western Confectionery Store (Kanda Awajicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) ◆ Coffee Jelly ¥432 ● Instagram tsukasan777 ● Twitter tsukasan2010

A long-established Western confectionery shop. They sell their products in the showcase at the front, and there is a café space at the back, but currently they only offer take-out service. Since it is summer and there is a shortage of strawberries, they are selling shortcakes with muscat grapes instead. - Apple Pie @500: The pie is filled with lots of large chunks of apples. When you take a bite, the apples are soft and have a gentle sweetness. The pie crust, neatly layered like bird feathers, has a buttery aroma. The softened pie crust due to the apple's moisture is also delicious. - Fruit Cake: The cake has a hint of alcohol and is light and fluffy. The red glace cherries and green angelica are cute. It's a simple-tasting fruit cake that you can eat multiple pieces of. The colorful cake box adds to the excitement. I hope this long-established shop continues to maintain its current flavors. Thank you for the meal.

Today, I had the fruit punch here again. It had just the right amount of sweetness in the syrup, mixed with soda. It has a gentle taste from soaking in the sweet syrup, giving it a traditional, gentle flavor. I enjoyed it very much today.

Kanda Awajicho, across from WATERRAS. I knew the location but had never been there before. The cakes had a retro feel to them, and the place didn't really stand out to me. But when I saw a photo of the fruit punch on social media, I got curious and decided to visit. The store had a retro-chic look. The entrance wasn't automatic. Oh, fruit punch! It's big! Priced at 3,300 yen. Well, that's about right, isn't it? But since I was alone, I decided to resist buying it. I purchased the following items: - Savarin 486 yen When I got home and looked closely, I thought, huh? It's bread... just regular bread with cream in the middle. The bread was soaked in syrup, with a taste of rum raisin. There were a few rum raisins at the bottom of the cream. The cream wasn't particularly delicious. It's okay, considering the price, I guess. It can't be compared to more elaborate savarins from other shops. - Fruit Pudding 432 yen The pudding had an old-fashioned taste to it. The cream was plentiful, not like the modern ones. It was firm, lacking creaminess. - Madeleine 205 yen Firm, crumbly texture. One raisin inside...? A retro-chic shop, so I thought the prices would be reasonable, but the items I bought were on the cheaper side. There were cakes in the showcase priced over 1,000 yen. This must be due to the cost of the fruits. But if the cake itself, the sponge or cream, isn't tasty... this place didn't appeal to me.

◼️Lemon Pie 500 yen Sweet and fluffy meringue with a lemon-flavored custard. The custard has a refreshing sweet and sour juice that seeps into the pie, creating a delicious combination of flavors. ◼️Baked Cheesecake 500 yen Rich cheese filling on a crispy and thick tart. A classic and delicious dessert that I really enjoy. I will definitely come back for more. ◼️Fruit Cake 190 yen Moist and chewy texture with a comforting dough. I love this dough so much and have been ordering it repeatedly. It's always delicious no matter how many times I have it. ◼️Raisin Biscuit 130 yen Another favorite that I keep coming back to. It's buttery but not overwhelming, with a natural taste that I prefer over other brands like Marseille or Ogawaken.

I bought a fruit punch as a gift to bring to my senior's home party. I've been using it as a gift for the past few years. The packaging is cute, and when you open it, it's packed with lots of fruit. Everyone was happy, and the taste is delicious. Both kids and adults can enjoy it, so it's really perfect as a gift!

I visited the store around 2 p.m. on Sunday. There were about 4 people in line. I wanted to have some free strawberry shortcake, but it was sold out, so I bought grape shortcake and Sacher Torte instead. The cakes were delicious and reasonably priced. I felt happy to be able to eat delicious cakes. I want to have a rematch with the strawberry shortcake next time.

This time, I purchased Okinawa mango tart and melon juice. The mango tart was loaded with mangoes and was very sweet and delicious. The melon juice had a homemade feel to it and tasted just like melon. The menu changes with the seasons and everything is very delicious. Looking forward to autumn!

"Day Off Food Log: Visiting 100 Famous Restaurants in Kanda" [No.5] This is the final destination of the day. After a hearty lunch, a coffee shop, and some traditional Japanese sweets for souvenirs, the last stop of the 100 Famous Restaurants tour is "Omiya Western Confectionery Store" from "Sweets 100 Famous Stores." [Nearest Station/Location] Located near "Awajicho Station," "Ogawamachi Station," and "Kanda Station," all within walking distance, with Awajicho Station being the closest - just a 3-minute walk away. You can easily spot the large glass-fronted Western confectionery store along the main street. [Seating] There are counter seats and table seats for dining in, but it seems to be on hold since the pandemic, so I opted for takeout. [Visit Time/Day] Visited on a weekday Monday around 2 pm, with only about 3 groups in line, so I could place my order quickly. The store has a spacious layout with a wide variety of cakes and bread. [Ordered Items] "Shortcake - 350 yen (excluding tax)" and "Cheesecake - 450 yen (excluding tax)" [Cake Reviews] The "Shortcake" topped with Kyoho grapes gives a seasonal touch. The sponge is firm, and the cream is on the sweeter side. It exudes a nostalgic charm typical of old-fashioned Western confectionery shops. Though slightly small, the 350 yen price tag is pleasing. The "Cheesecake" is more like a cheesecake-flavored sponge cake with a layer of cheesecake mousse in the middle. It also evokes a sense of nostalgia. It's larger than the Shortcake, providing a satisfying bite, and the price of 450 yen offers great value. [Special Mention] The store is incredibly spacious! It's the largest cake shop I've ever been to, with a lovely glass-fronted design. While leaving, I noticed a wide variety of bread, all reasonably priced. If my workplace were nearby, I'd have considered buying a couple of breads for a delightful lunch. [Overall Impression] The joy of exploring multiple establishments in a single station is unique to Tokyo. Today, I visited 5 of the 100 Famous Stores on foot, and it was another wonderful day meeting charming shops.

A long-established bakery in Awajicho that offers delicious pastries and bread. I came here to have breakfast in the eat-in area, but unfortunately, the cafe space was closed. I ended up getting a small curry bread and a ham and cheese sandwich for only 220 yen. They were nostalgic, cheap, and tasty. I enjoyed my breakfast on a bench near WATERRAS nearby.

In the past, I visited this place a few times with my family because it was close by. They offer cakes and desserts made with seasonal fruits in a dynamic way. When I visited on a weekday afternoon, there were about 10 people in line. They have separate lines for reservations and walk-ins, so it's better to make a reservation if possible. They offer a variety of treats such as tarts, cakes, fruit punch in jars, ice cream, baked goods, and bread. Since it was the end of August, I bought a Peach Shortcake as it was the last of the peach season. The cake was generously topped with large peach slices, and even the inside had big chunks of peach. It felt like more than half of the cake was filled with peaches. The peaches were sweet and juicy, the cream was light, and the sponge was just right. It was a luxurious peach shortcake where the peach was the star. I hope they bring back the unlimited fruit juice for dine-in like they used to. I look forward to enjoying this Peach Shortcake again next year. Thank you for the delicious treat.

I finished work first thing in the morning and headed to the Fruit Parlor in Suehirocho. However, there was a collaboration event with an anime in August, and they were opening at 11:30 am. I couldn't wait that long, so I walked 15 minutes to another place. It had been over 20 years since my last visit. I remembered coming here with a friend after work for a cake buffet. I think the cakes here were all-you-can-eat back then. They no longer have eat-in options. I decided to buy two puddings (@280 yen each) as I planned to make some other stops later. I will chill them in the fridge before eating. The pudding is not too firm or too soft, with a gentle taste and a slightly bitter caramel at the bottom. They also had a variety of bread for sale, including sandwich bread. There were many types of bread rolls and cakes, such as a cake made with a whole peach or a limited edition watermelon jelly for one person.

Located just a 2-minute walk from Awajimachi Station, this shop is a long-established cake shop founded in 1884. They do not currently offer eat-in service. When I visited around 12:30 on a weekday, the store was full of people. I chose the cheesecake priced at 486 yen, but there was a shortage of strawberries, so there were few fruit options. The cheesecake looked light, but when I tried it, the cream was quite heavy, giving it a traditional cake feel. It seemed like the shop had many loyal customers. I would like to visit again to buy souvenirs if I have the chance.

The scorching heat continued, and I was in a sort of summer hibernation, but I found out from the shop's Instagram that they were serving a dessert made with a whole peach until the end of August, so I decided to seize the last chance and arrived on a holiday afternoon with a cooler bag in hand. The fact that the shop was close to the station was a big plus at this time of year. Upon entering the shop, I saw a line of about 15 people. The shop was spacious, so I could wait inside and feel relieved. I confirmed that there were whole peaches lined up in the showcase. However, as everyone waited in line, the peaches kept disappearing... In front of me, they were sold out. I still held a faint hope that they might have some in stock, so I asked the staff, but as expected, they were sold out. "Recently, we've been able to make fewer of them... It's a shame that we sold out at the last minute," the staff consoled me. They had triangular peach shortcakes, but the amount of peach inside the sponge was minimal, so I changed course. What I ended up getting was a Mango Sand Shortcake for 1,296 yen. It was round and large, with a unique shape for a shortcake. The top had a large cut piece of Mexican mango. The mango was sweet, but a bit too strong in flavor. The layers consisted of cream, sponge, and mango. The cream and sponge were more traditional in taste. The Grape Shortcake (Kyoho, Green Seedless) for 378 yen was a rectangular shape. While carrying it, the mango cake almost fell over. The two grapes were small. The sandwich shortcake was large and had a unique shape, but the taste was more traditional. As for the whole peach dessert, I had already tried it at Nichinokashiya this year, so I decided to wait for the next season. Thank you for the meal.

Muscat cake costs over 1000 yen, but the rest is kept within 500 yen. I bought peach shortcake and baked cheesecake and enjoyed them in the train departing from Tokyo Station. They were delicious, comparable to specialty shops. However, when I tried to edit the next month, a huge mistake occurred. Oh no, I forgot to take photos and I don't have the receipt as evidence... I might have to revisit the place again. I hope they will reopen the eat-in seats when I revisit, but when I inquired, it seems like there is no clear timeline for that yet. I left Tokyo like this.

Instagram post▷@_currynyann_〈Visit date〉・August 26, 2023 13:30・There were about 5 groups in line〈Order〉・Cheesecake 450 yen・Raisin Witch 120 yen〈Impressions〉・The cheesecake has 3 layers, each with a different texture and flavor, very enjoyable♪・The Raisin Witch is delicious in a classic way without any strong flavors・The fruit tart seems to be famous, I'd like to try it next time!・It seems to be a popular place with a constant flow of people. It's better to go early to have a variety of cakes available.

I visited Omiya recommended by a colleague once again. I wanted to try the custard-filled peach, but they were sold out when I arrived early in the morning. However, they quickly prepared one for me. I also bought a mango tart, chocolate cake, and shortcake. The peach was delicious, with the custard cream complementing it perfectly. The chocolate cake and shortcake had a nostalgic taste that I used to love. I wonder what will be available after peach season ends?

Sweets Top 100 Stores 2023, a long-established store with over 100 years of history. At first, I didn't realize it had been around for over 100 years, so I passed by, imagining a trendy shop, but when I saw the exterior photo nearby, I turned back and found it! It looks like a bakery at first glance. When I opened the slightly heavy glass door and entered, there were separate lines for reserved customers and walk-ins, so I lined up as a walk-in. I visited on a Thursday at 2:20 pm, and there were about 7-8 people inside, with 2 people in the walk-in line. While waiting in line, I looked at the showcase and noticed that there was quite a price difference, with cakes around 500 yen and others around 1400 yen! Since I wasn't sure, I chose based on price and bought a 500 yen baked cheesecake and a 750 yen fig tart. The total came to 1350 yen with an additional 8% reduced tax for takeout, and I paid in cash as they only accepted cash. By the way, the dine-in option is currently closed. When I took them home and tried them, the cheesecake had a rich cheese flavor, and the fig tart was a pie crust-based tart. Personally, I preferred the cookie crust of the cheesecake, but the fig tart was also delicious. I might try a more expensive cake next time.