Wow, what a surprise! A ¥1000 fruit parfait from the renowned fruit store Sembikiya! I would hesitate to buy it myself, but my sister bought it for me. I love both pudding and fruit, so it was super delicious. When I sent a picture to my friends and coworkers on LINE, they all said, "There's so much fruit on it!" It looked really tasty. This is true bliss. They say eating something sweet can help relieve fatigue, and it really did. My tiredness just melted away.

I won a seasonal fruit tart from Chihana-ya at Akabane Ekiute's campaign and went to pick it up with excitement. The tart was beautifully decorated with orange, red grapefruit, gold kiwi, strawberries, and apples. The melon was especially delicious, with a perfect balance of sweetness and firmness. Even though I usually don't get excited about melons, this one was so good that my family and I devoured it in no time. The tart was priced around ¥3800, but it was definitely worth it for the quality and taste. The packaging was also cute, making it a great gift option. Thank you Akabane Ekiute and Chihana-ya for the wonderful treat! Check out my Instagram for a video of the tart. My Instagram: @sanpocorner, Shop's Instagram: @ecute_akabane

After finishing work in the afternoon, I stopped by Akabane on my way home. I bought a parfait from Ginza Chikaramachiya for the first time in a while. My mother chose strawberry, so I went with melon. It was sweet and delicious~♪ The cream wasn't too heavy, so I finished it in no time. The price is high, but I occasionally crave this level of satisfaction.

After having lunch at Kitchen Check, I thought about taking a break at the nearby cafe Kura, but I didn't have the energy to wait in line again, so I went to Ginza Chihana-ya inside Akabane Station. I bought the limited edition melon parfait and shortcake from Akabane Ecute. The musk melon was sweet and delicious. Thank you for the meal.

【2022/07/04】While at Ecute, I also checked out Ginza Chihana-ya. Oh! This "Whole Peach Tart" is quite impressive! I heard it's a new product released today. I must get it. (laughs) The staff at the store seemed to be waiting for me to order, so I also bought the classic Melon Parfait. Well, it's like a continuation of my birthday celebration. After dinner, I asked my mother which one she wanted to eat, and she said she wanted the peach one but couldn't finish it all, so I cut it in half and served it. So, I'll have the Melon Parfait and half of the Peach Tart. The Melon Parfait is delicious with just the right amount of whipped cream, and the melon is sweet and tasty. The Peach Tart had juicy and sweet peaches, delicious custard inside, and a crispy tart base. This Peach Tart is perfect as a reward cake. (From "Monday Lunch Adventure Diary")

On November 8, 2021 (Monday), at Akabane, the 502nd restaurant in Tokyo, the 2874th overall, there is a well-known fruit parlor called Senbikiya, known for its high-quality fruits and pastries. Although the prices are high, the establishment is renowned for never compromising on the quality of their ingredients (fruits) and never resorting to discounts. This commitment has earned them a loyal customer base and a thriving business. While traveling back home on the Saikyo Line after finishing errands in Ukima-Funado, I noticed Senbikiya's pastry section at Akabane Station during a transfer to the Takasaki Line. The pastry chefs working in the glass-walled space looked impressive, so I couldn't resist taking a peek inside. There were many products featuring chestnuts, perfect for the season, and even a special parfait exclusive to Akabane. As expected from Senbikiya, the cakes were priced at ¥864, reflecting the top-notch fruit ingredients used. Although the price seemed high, the quality was evident once tasted. The first thing that struck me was the elegant and refined service provided by the female staff. Beyond the quality of the fruits, I believe it is this overall atmosphere, including the commitment to consistently offering high-quality products at a premium, that has endeared Senbikiya to its customers. I purchased the "Chestnut Omelette" for ¥864 and the Akabane-exclusive "Fruit Parfait" for the same price. While I initially hesitated at the slightly high prices, once I returned home and tried the fruit parfait, I found it to be luxurious and worth the cost. The parfait was adorned with strawberries, kiwi, oranges, apples, and topped with high-quality whipped cream, a sponge soaked in a light liqueur, and white wine jelly. At the bottom of the cup, there were sliced strawberries lightly soaked in liqueur. Although the price was a bit steep, the effort put into each component made it a worthwhile indulgence. As for the Chestnut Omelette, my family member who tried it mentioned the generous portion size, and even though I'm not particularly fond of chestnuts, I found it to be delicious. While I may not be able to afford to buy these cakes frequently due to their typical prices in the ¥800 range, I believe they are perfect for an occasional luxury treat. It was delicious!

When I went to Daimaru, I found out that Ginza Chikuya was having a limited-time pop-up store. It's only available for 2 weeks until September 7th. Since I missed out on trying it last year in Tokyo, I didn't hesitate to get their fruit sandwich this time. I brewed some tea at home and enjoyed it as a snack. The trendy fruit sandwiches nowadays are all about whole fruits and a flashy, extravagant look for Instagram, but this fruit sandwich is a classic with sliced apples, yellow peaches, melons, strawberries, and more, all packed tightly with cream. It's elegant and easy to eat. It's a signature item from Chikuya, which even has dealings with the Imperial Family. The price may not be cute, but it was worth being able to buy it in Fukuoka without going to Tokyo. Thank you for the feast.

In August 2021, I received a set of 6 Ginza jellies. The contents include: - Blueberry: Healthy jelly with plenty of blueberry pulp and juice. - Sakurannbo: A visually refreshing jelly made with cherries from Yamagata and a hint of liqueur. - La france: Elegant jelly made with carefully selected La France pears from Yamagata. - Kiwi: Refreshing jelly packed with sweet and sour kiwi pulp. - Mango: Sweet jelly with mango puree. - Grapefruit: Perfect jelly with a refreshing acidity and slight bitterness, ideal for dessert after a meal. On a hot summer afternoon, I enjoyed these chilled jellies in a cool room with air conditioning. They were delicious! Thank you for the meal.

I got a fruit sandwich to go from Ginza Chihana-ya at Ecute Akabane! The green box is eye-catching. It looks small just by looking at the box, but it actually has a good amount of filling - apple, yellow peach, melon, strawberry, and candied chestnuts. When you bite into it, you can feel the crispy texture of the apple the most. It wasn't too sweet and was delicious. It's a happy feeling to be able to eat what you want when you want.

Muscat Alexandria Melon Tart The melon in this tart is different from what you find in Kyobashi. Each piece is satisfyingly sweet, and the fruit doesn't overpower the other flavors. The base is not bad either. This place is also takeout only. In other words, it's worth a visit.

As I was passing by, I decided to visit this shop. Inside, there were various colorful sweets lined up. They all looked delicious. However, the prices were quite high. Well, I decided to splurge! I took them home and tried them out! They were really delicious! The whipped cream was especially tasty! Everything was delicious. It was a rare luxurious treat. Thank you for the meal.

When transferring trains at Akabane, I also stopped by Ginza Chikuyotei. I haven't been able to come here recently, so I definitely bought something today! I bought a melon parfait, a fruit parfait, and a pudding a la mode. Today was my mother's birthday, so it was a little luxury. Each of us chose our dessert for after dinner. Surprisingly, my mother chose the melon parfait, which is the most expensive one (972 yen). Usually, she picks the one with various fruits on top. And my father chose the fruit parfait (864 yen). I guess that's how it is. The remaining one was the pudding a la mode (702 yen). But even the pudding a la mode had plenty of fruits on top, making it a luxurious treat. I started with the strawberries. Delicious. As expected from Ginza Chikuyotei. They don't compromise on fruits. Next, I tried the pudding. It was a creamy pudding that was unexpectedly delicious! Well done, Ginza Chikuyotei. The oranges and pink grapefruits were fresh and juicy. The melon was sweet and just amazing. The whipped cream was not greasy and didn't overpower the fruit flavors. It was truly delicious. (End of today's update.)

This is a popular shop located in Ecute Akabane. When you look inside the showcase, you will see a variety of delicious cakes lined up. Among them, I was drawn to the melon tart filled with lots of melon, so I decided to purchase it this time. The sweetness of the musk melon and the cream go perfectly together, and the texture is soft, making it a perfect dessert after a meal. However, as it is a well-known shop, the prices are a bit high. But the taste is extremely good. Thank you for the meal!!

First visit in June 2020 (No.1828) After finishing work, I stopped by this store at the transfer station on my way home to get some food. I haven't visited here in a while, but I really like Ginza Chikuya. This store is located inside Echika, right? They only sell cakes and other items related to fruits, not fruits themselves. The Mango Almond Jelly (Mango) costs 540 yen. It's a dessert made with Thai mango chunks and sauce, as well as almond jelly. It's a delicious sweet treat with a good amount of sweetness, but I wouldn't buy it again. Thank you for the meal.

Today I had two relatively inexpensive fruit choux creams with a big size. One of them was for a child. The fruit was ripe and sweet, different from the crispy choux pastry at Kyobashi. The melon was especially sweet! The cream had a generous amount and quality similar to Eggs 'n Things, and at just under 500 yen, it might be the best value here. By the way, the cakes here are made in this store. You can see the workshop where they are made. Akabane EkiCute is personally the most shining station in Tokyo during the corona period.

There are many Senhikoya stores around, but it's a great shop to grab some sweets on the way home from the station. They have cakes, fruit sandwiches, and long-lasting baked goods, making it convenient. On this day, I bought two Halloween-themed sweets, the classic pudding a la mode, a cream puff, and a tart topped with seasonal fruit, Kyoho grapes, as souvenirs.

I chose the Red Feather store limited fruit parfait based on the words "Red Feather store limited" and its fresh appearance. I also remembered Cocoro's review of Ginza Chihana-ya, where the mango-based dessert looked appealing. However, the fruits were sour and the cake part was too sweet, unlike the previous menu that was well received. I ended up leaving more than half uneaten. While the packaging and presentation were impressive, the taste didn't quite live up to it. I have been to the Shinjuku Takano main store's fruit parlor before, but this time I decided to visit the 2nd floor fruit parlor at Ginza Chihana-ya. It seems that fruit parfaits are the only option for desserts that truly showcase the fruits. This is just my personal preference.

I tried the raisin sandwich from Ginza Senhikoya. Compared to Rokutei's version, the outer part of the sandwich here is more like a crispy cookie, while Rokutei's is moist. The filling here is lighter, with less of a rum flavor and less pronounced raisin taste. Rokutei's butter sandwich is quite rich, so if you don't like that, you might prefer the raisin sandwich from Senhikoya.

I came to Akabane and searched for sweets near the station for souvenirs, but couldn't find any promising shops, so I decided to play it safe and buy here haha. In the past, I didn't find the cakes particularly outstanding, but they make for a good souvenir and have a certain level of reliability, so I chose this place. The shop is located in a corner of the area where the sweets shops of Akabane's ecute are clustered. It has a slightly luxurious atmosphere typical of Chihana, and although there are few cake options, they are mostly filled with plenty of fruits, which I find enjoyable. The prices are on the higher side, but the service is high-class, and the cake packaging is done properly. The Strawberry Shortcake (1,080 yen) is quite large with a thick genoise and a generous layer of chantilly cream filled with whole strawberries. The chantilly cream is slightly moist and airy with a hint of milkiness and standard sweetness. The strawberries are fresh with a decent aroma, but the juiciness and sweetness are a bit subdued. Overall, the fruit part is good, but the cake structure doesn't quite match up to top-notch patisseries. The Fruit Tart (648 yen) has a soft, thin, and deep tart shell filled with an unusually large amount of almond cream topped with various fruits. The fruits are large and juicy, but the almond cream is quite sweet, which may throw off the balance a bit. The Fruit Almond (Strawberry, 540 yen) has almond cream at the bottom and a separate dish of strawberry compote on top. The compote is somewhat runny with whole cooked strawberries that are fragrant, slightly sweet, and slightly acidic. The almond cream is soft and pudding-like with a milky flavor, and although it doesn't have a strong almond tofu taste, the generous amount makes the flavor stand out as you eat it. Overall, it's fruity and delicious. The cakes are made in the same old-fashioned and solid Japanese style, with good quality fruits and a refreshing taste, making them a reliable choice for souvenirs.

I have been here once before and recognized the high quality. I ordered the melon parfait for 980 yen. When I got home and opened it, the scent of melon was strong and the melon was sweet and ripe. The quality was impressive and worth the price. You can see the pastry chef making the desserts through the glass window. It's interesting that a place known for drinking like Akabane is now offering fancy sweets, almost outshining Ebisu. Both locations are in the station buildings. Next time, I think I'll try the pudding a la mode and fresh juice. I used to line up for Gong Cha, but I stopped because you can get the same thing in Omiya without waiting. However, the melon in Takano at Sogo Omiya is not as ripe, so it's not quite the same.