Mom brought home some souvenirs and forced me to eat them again. This time it's bread! Oh, bread again... The bread Mom bought is from "Le Bihan Ekute Akabane Store" located in the shopping area inside JR Akabane Station in Kita-ku, Tokyo. This time, there were only two items, a "Bagel Sandwich" (Berry & Cheese, 194 yen excluding tax) and a "Focaccia" (259 yen excluding tax). I tried a bite of the Focaccia. It was slightly more flavorful than I expected. The texture was nice. Why does Mom always buy 3 or 4 breads? I only bought these as souvenirs after eating Yokohama-style ramen (with extra noodles, rice, and dumplings). Carbs on top of carbs. It's madness at this point!

Fig and fruit sandwich (half) set with iced coffee ☆━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━☆ The marriage of prosciutto and figs ✨ So delicious (๑'ڡ'๑)୨♡ I want to drink champagne❣️ The fully ripe figs are so soft and sweet like bananas❣️ There is also a variety called "Banane" right? The mild sweetness of the cream goes well with the rich figs♪ It was just past 11 on a holiday... The restaurant was full ⚡️ I guess weekdays are quieter and more relaxing after all. Full and satisfied (๑ˇεˇ๑)•*¨*•.¸¸♪

I visited the bakery "Le Bihan Ekiute Akabane Store" inside JR Akabane Station on a holiday in August 2023 around 11 am. The store was quite crowded, so I decided to buy some bread to take away. I purchased the following items: - Mentaiko France (¥302): A firm French bread with spicy cod roe. It is a satisfying bread with a mild salty flavor. Perfect for those who enjoy a hearty French bread. - Custard Melon Pan (¥280): A melon bread filled with custard cream. The bread has a crispy outer layer and a generous amount of custard cream, making it a satisfying treat. - Curry Pan (¥302): The store's recommended item, curry bread with a fluffy texture. The curry filling is rich and flavorful, providing a satisfying eating experience. Although the prices may seem high, the breads offer a good amount of satisfaction. Overall, the bakery "Le Bihan" may not offer unique bread varieties, but it is convenient and provides reliable bread options. It is a good choice for those looking for stable and satisfying bread options.

Inside the JR Akabane station gates, there is a bakery called Le Bihan in Ecute Akabane. Established in 1966, it is a concept of Edelweiss, which operates seven brands of pastries and bread. Le Bihan is a bakery founded in 1913 in Brittany, France. In Japan, they have been expanding since 1982, with seven stores in Kansai and six stores in Kanto. On this day, I had some time during my transfer in Akabane, so I decided to stop by. I was originally planning to just have coffee, but I saw they had a Tropezienne dessert plate (lemon) with coffee or tea for 660 yen, so I ordered that. The staff asked me if I had secured a seat, and I said yes. I received my coffee and a number tag and found an empty seat. ...Actually, I hadn't secured a seat in advance. The Tropezienne was brought to me later. Tropezienne is known as the favorite dessert of the French actress Brigitte Bardot, known by the nickname BB. Our Tropezienne is cut into triangles. It comes with vanilla ice cream and yogurt, making it a fulfilling dish considering the price. Even a set with one bread and coffee alone would not fit this price, so this set is a great deal. The brioche dough has a slightly dry texture, but with the lemon-scented cream, vanilla ice cream, and yogurt, it's not a problem. I enjoyed it crispy and deliciously.

The bakery, founded in 1913 in the Brittany region of France, offers a unique treat called canelé. It was my first time trying it, and I was impressed by the balance of flavors - the slight bitterness from the caramelized surface, the fruity acidity, and the strong sweetness from the sugar. The crunchy outer layer contrasts beautifully with the soft and chewy inside, creating an interesting adult dessert experience. The incorporation of the caramelized bitterness as a flavor element in European sweets is quite unique and adds a new dimension to the taste. It's not the unpleasant bitterness of a failed dish, but a carefully calculated bitterness that enhances the overall flavor profile. It's a delightful and sophisticated treat that I highly recommend trying.

Inside Akabane Station (Ekiute), there is a shop that sells bread with a space for eating in. There is no Wi-Fi available. The ice provided is in small block form, with normal strength. Drinks are served in plastic cups. The seating is spacious with wide gaps between tables. Long stays are not allowed.

I visited the "Le Bihan" store at Ecute Akabane, located inside JR Akabane Station. "Le Bihan" is a bakery founded in 1913 in Brittany, France, and has expanded its stores in Tokyo, Chiba, Osaka, Hyogo, and other locations in Japan. The Akabane store opened in April 2020, featuring a dining space. On this day, I purchased two types of bread for the first time and decided to share my experience. ◆Breads purchased on this day 1. Strawberry Jam Roll (324 yen) 2. Pain au Chocolat (302 yen) *I enjoyed these breads at home. 1. Strawberry Jam Roll: This bread is part of the "Strawberry Fair" held from March 1st to 31st, featuring a sweet and sour strawberry jam wrapped in white chocolate and strawberries. The balance between the jam's tanginess and the creamy sweetness of white chocolate was excellent. Though the bread texture was slightly firm (I prefer moist and fluffy), the combination of jam, white chocolate, and strawberries made it delicious. 2. Pain au Chocolat: The Danish pastry had a thin, crispy texture with a delightful buttery aroma. The chocolate used seemed to be from France and was generously filled in two lines, different from the standard Pain au Chocolat. The French chocolate was thick, and it felt like there was more chocolate than usual. The pleasant flavor of butter and the sweetness of chocolate made it a very delicious Pain au Chocolat. Once again, I enjoyed tasty bread from "Le Bihan." I look forward to trying more new bread and sharing my thoughts in the future. Thank you for the meal.

Today was busy, so I stopped by this place at Ecute station and had a quick meal in just 15 minutes. Even on hectic days like this, I couldn't help but think, "This is life, huh?" (^^;) But the shrimp tartare from Ficelle had large, juicy shrimp, and the curry bread had an elegant deliciousness. In times like this, a hot blend really hits the spot! (^^♪ Thanks for the meal~✨✨

I purchased it after work on a regular day. The Montecristo sandwich, exclusive to the Akabane store, has a strong mustard flavor that really stands out. When reheated in a frying pan, the bread becomes crispy and the texture is enjoyable. The Ficelle sandwich with shrimp tartar sauce had a rich aroma and plenty of tartar sauce, making it a satisfying dish. It's truly wonderful to be able to buy delicious bread on the way to work.

In the station building of Akabane Station, there is a convenient cafe where you can also use electronic money. I really love their crunchy and hearty French bread tartines, but today I bought the Akabane store limited clam chowder tartine and a strawberry scone soaked in wine with dried strawberries. The tartine is still crispy and creamy even when heated in the microwave's French bread mode. It has a mix of vegetables with plenty of crunchy onions, making the texture enjoyable. The combination of the hard crust French bread and creamy chowder is amazing! The spring-like pink marble design on the strawberry scone is adorable, and the sweet and sour strawberry flavor spreads throughout the mouth, with a crispy and moist texture making it an exquisite treat. I need to stock up on these delicious treats!

On New Year's morning, let's celebrate with a luxurious plate from Yoshibuka! Let's spread that liver paste on a baguette and enjoy it♪ To make this plan a reality, we stopped by Le Boulanger inside EKICUTE Akabane, but unfortunately, they only had whole baguettes and batards that were too much for us to finish. So, we chose Pan au Levain from their selection, sliced it, toasted it until crispy, and spread Yoshibuka's liver paste on top♪ It was harder than expected, so we had to be careful not to hurt our mouths while biting into it. Crunch, crunch, crispy! A unique aroma that instantly lifts you up. As we chewed, the dough itself was chewy, with a delicious flavor seeping out, making it a perfect match with the liver paste!! Both of us didn't particularly want anything formal for New Year's celebration, so we had a table with assorted sashimi, simmered taro, individual-sized mini osechi, sirloin steak, etc. We enjoyed these dishes, along with comparing two types of local sake, creating a peaceful and smiling New Year's morning♪ On New Year's Day, bread???? No, no, we just want to enjoy what we want to eat. This is a feast♪ This is a Happy New Year♪♪ We were completely satisfied and full (⑉¯ ꇴ ¯⑉) Thank you for the meal. ~Date~ 【686th restaurant introduced/Log No.823】【Date: 2022/12/31〜2023/1/1, Tabelog rating 3.07】

I visited the "Le Boulanger" store at Ecute Akabane inside Akabane Station. The store is a French bakery founded in 1913 in Brittany, France. They have expanded their stores in Tokyo, Chiba, Osaka, Hyogo, and other locations in Japan. The Akabane store opened in April 2020 and includes a dining space. I often use this store and it has been 2 months since my last post. This time, I bought some bread and enjoyed it at home. **Breads purchased on this day:** 1. Croissant Pistachio (367 yen) 2. Fig and Walnut Far Breton (324 yen) 3. Bostock (270 yen) 1. Croissant Pistachio: This croissant was sold as a limited edition along with the Croissant Framboise from December 1st to 25th. It is a croissant with pistachio paste kneaded in. The combination of pistachio flavor with the butter and wheat flavor of the croissant was delicious. It was large in size, satisfying to eat, and had a good volume. 2. Fig and Walnut Far Breton: Far Breton is a traditional pastry from Brittany. It is made with wheat, milk, eggs, sugar, and added black figs and walnuts. It has a plump texture and a slightly sweet taste similar to pudding. The rich taste of figs and the crunchy texture and aroma of walnuts added a delicious touch to it. 3. Bostock: This is my favorite bread that I also had in my previous post. It is made with Danish dough soaked in rum syrup, topped with almonds and berries. The flavor of rum, almonds, and the sweet and sour taste of the berries make it a delicious bread. I enjoyed it once again. I will post about other breads that I haven't tried next time. Thank you for the meal.

Dumibagged Rum Raisin (tax-included 399 yen) is a good balance of sweet condensed milk and tangy raisins. It goes well with the sweet bread dough. Croissant Croc Monsieur (tax-included 399 yen) is a crispy croissant with cheese and bacon. The cheese is a bit sparse, but the bread itself has the richness of butter, making it a perfect snack with alcohol. Red Feather Limited Edition Apple & Cinnamon (tax-included 291 yen) is a bread with a strong cinnamon flavor. It has a good balance between the assertiveness of the apple and the fluffy bread.

I visited the Le Pain store at Ecute Akabane in Akabane Station. Le Pain is a bakery founded in 1913 in Brittany, France. The store in Akabane opened in April 2020 and has a seating area for dining in. I usually purchase the Corn Focaccia (5 pieces for 324 yen including tax) for breakfast, but this time I bought different bread, so I decided to write a comment after 1 year and 4 months. Breads purchased on this day: - Bostock (270 yen) - Brioche Sucre (248 yen) I enjoyed them at home. The Bostock is a bread made with Danish dough soaked in rum syrup, topped with almonds and berries. It was moist and soft, with a good balance of rum flavor, almond flavor, and sweet-sour taste of berries. The Brioche Sucre, as the name suggests, is a brioche bread coated with sugar. It had a pleasant buttery flavor and elegant sweetness from the sugar. There are many bakeries in and around Akabane Station, but I particularly like Le Pain. I look forward to continuing to use their services in the future. Thank you for the meal.

I started coming here because the baguettes are delicious, but the coffee is also great. They serve a deep roasted bitter coffee, and even as the ice melts in the iced coffee, it doesn't get diluted. My favorite! Regardless of the amount spent, when you make a purchase, you can collect LINE Shop cards and get a free coffee or tea.

On my way back from work in Akabane, I stopped by Rubian to buy some bread. They sell a variety of breads. Today, I bought Tartille with eggplant and chicken, Walnut Galette, and Tropezienne which I have never tried before. The Tartille with eggplant and chicken is like a pizza with eggplant and chicken on a baguette with tomato sauce. It has a cheesy aroma and tastes like pizza. The Walnut Galette is a sweet treat with lots of crispy walnuts and caramel. The Tropezienne is a roll bread with sweet cream inside. It's a delicious combination of sweet cream and soft bread. Rubian is a convenient and stylish bakery.

*Waiting time* No wait around 9 pm on Friday *Order & Price* French Toast Pine and Coconut Fableton French Toast was 30% off, and with a 100 yen discount coupon at Echika Akabane, I was able to purchase it. *Atmosphere of the shop* Omitted *Service* Omitted *Impressions* The French toast was soft and delicious. However, when eaten without maple syrup, it has a simple taste. I felt that it was complete when paired with maple syrup. The Pine and Coconut Fableton had large slices of pineapple, which was impressive. The dough was not too sweet, and the coconut flavor was milder than expected. The sweet and sour taste of the pineapple stood out. *Expectations* If there is something else that catches my eye, I would like to try it again.

I have used this bakery for takeout a few times when transferring at Akabane Station. This time, I decided to eat in for breakfast, so I ordered everything at once. Even on a Saturday evening, the bakery had a good stock of bread, and even on an early Sunday morning (they open at 7 am!), the bread selection was still plentiful. The seating area in the back is spacious, with options like counter seats, sofa seats, and regular table seats. The background music is at a comfortable volume and doesn't disturb your work or thoughts. Despite the scorching heat outside, the air conditioning inside the bakery was really cold, and I even thought about asking the staff to adjust the temperature. The service is not intrusive but also not neglectful, making it convenient for those who want to stay longer. I found it perfect for reading, but the cold air made it a bit uncomfortable. In the past, I have tried croissants, a croissant recommended by a TV show, freshly baked croissants brought by the staff, and Danish pastries for a quick snack. The caramelized croissant was delicious, the croissant was average, and the Danish pastry was versatile due to its neutral flavor. In July, they had a peach-themed selection, and I tried a peach cream bun, a paprika and mushroom quiche, a butter chicken curry, and an orange tea scone for takeout. For dining in, I had a Tottori red bean bun and a Monte Cristo sandwich. The quiche with paprika was more like a savory pudding in a paprika shell, and the peach cream bun had a subtle peach flavor. The butter chicken curry would be better with naan, and the scone had a nice tea flavor. Overall, the bakery has a good atmosphere for relaxing, but the prices are on the higher side, with most bread items ranging from the 200 to 300 yen range. The fruit sandwich was over 1,000 yen. Despite the prices, the bakery offers a comfortable environment, and it has one of the largest floor areas in the Ecute shopping area.

*Waiting time* No wait on Tuesday night *Order & Price* Furbulton Banana Bread *Atmosphere of the shop* Omitted *Service* Omitted *Impression* I had Furbulton before, so I decided to repeat. This was my first time trying the banana bread, and it was delicious with chunks of fruit and a refreshing sweetness. *Looking forward to* I like the taste of Rubian. If I find another interesting bread, I would like to try it.

*Waiting Time* No wait on Sunday at 2:15 PM *Order & Price* Matcha Cannele for 270 yen, Fig and Walnut Financier for 324 yen *Atmosphere* Omitted *Service* Omitted *Impressions* Matcha Cannele: The outer layer was crispy and hard, almost surprising that a knife couldn't cut through. The bitter burnt parts added a nice accent to the flavor. The inside was like a creamy pudding with a subtle matcha taste, not too sweet and delicious. Fig and Walnut Financier: Plenty of figs with a crunchy texture to enjoy. The dough was similar to the Cannele but a bit firmer, like a dense pudding and tasty. The walnuts added a noticeable texture and presence. Tasted like high-end cakes, very satisfying.