Today is Wednesday, December 28, 2022. "Kameya" is a traditional Kyoto confectionery shop near the Kyoto National Museum, operating since 1899. The shop, following the legacy of the renowned "Kameya" brand, offers delicate sweets like "kintsuba" and their specialty "Hirokou Senbei." They also have assorted dried sweets that are popular among locals. This information was borrowed from Fujin Gahou magazine's website.

I'm sorry! Hello, today is Thursday, February 17, 2022. Oh, I finally got back to my usual self (laughs). As I mentioned in the title, I ended up eating again. Although the world is trying to prevent overeating, we are still doing it here. So, that's all!

Today's souvenir is a sweet treat that goes well with alcohol. It wasn't too sweet, just the right amount of elegance. It was delicious! Thank you for the meal!

I visited a traditional Japanese sweets shop located near the Mimizuka Kofun in a residential area. I got a vanilla-flavored "tsurezure" to take home, which was handed to me by the shop owner with a "thank you." The vanilla cream was gentle and delicious.

About a 7-minute walk from Keihan "Kiyomizu Gojo" Station. Located near the Kyoto National Museum, quietly standing in front of the gate of Toyokuni Shrine, this traditional Japanese confectionery shop was established in 1949 and is part of the lineage of the well-known Kyoto confectionery "Kameya Hiroki," which has been around for over 200 years. The 2nd generation trained at "Kameya Hiroki" and now the shop is run by the 3rd and 4th generations. I visited in mid-March 2019. The shop has a simple appearance, and upon entering, a friendly senior lady appeared. The showcase had a limited selection, with no display of products, only price tags indicating 320 yen per piece for fresh confections. There is a craftsman in the kitchen, so they may make it on the spot if you wait a bit. I took out the following items: - Mikasa-Hirogetsu (1 piece for 160 yen): It didn't have any outstanding features, but it was undeniably delicious. The quality of the dough and sweet bean paste weaving together was evident, showing the careful craftsmanship. - Suhamma (8 pieces for 360 yen): A type with a strong sweetness. Perfect to enjoy with tea. - Ikkyuji Natto-iri Rakugan (6 pieces for 360 yen): Also on the sweeter side, with a nice touch of saltiness from the Ikkyuji natto inside. The senior lady who assisted me was kind and elegant. The plaque with "Kamehiroko" caught my eye in the shop, and she explained that it was written by the predecessor of "Kameya Hiroki." The area is surrounded by attractions such as Sanjusangendo and Chisekiin Kawabata Kanjuro Memorial Hall, making it a location with many sights. Located between Gojo and Shichijo, "Kame Hiroko" stands out with its simple appearance, refraining from banners and signs typically seen in tourist-oriented Japanese confectionery shops. I was drawn to the charm of this branch of "Kameya Hiroki," and I hope to visit again someday.