"Ginza Curry Bread Medium Spicy ☆3: This curry bread is made by wrapping an adapted recipe of Meiji's Kin-no-Tori 'Ginza Curry' in bread. The crispy outer layer of the bread is fried, giving it a nice texture without being too greasy. The curry roux has a medium level of spiciness, with a gradually intensifying heat that is relatively mild. The overall energy content is 350kcal."

There was a specific store that prompted me to visit this Pasco direct sales store. It is "PASCO New Osaki" located at the west exit of JR Osaki Station. In conclusion, the Pasco store in Osaki is not directly operated by Pasco but is a private store. I was curious about what the directly operated store would be like, so I decided to check it out. The directly operated store is run by Real Pasco Bakeries, which operates brands like PAUL, Fochon, Paul Bocuse, and Peck in department stores, station buildings, and supermarkets. But I wanted to see a more typical store, so I chose to visit here. Pasco, also known as Shikishima Seipan, expanded into the Kanto region in 1969. Around 1980, they began overseas expansion. When I was a child living in Kansai, every town had a store selling Kobe-ya bread and Shikishima bread. This was before terms like "boulangerie" were well-known. It was like the Yamazaki bread of Tokyo. In our house, we preferred Shikishima bread, so we would ask the lady at the store to slice it into 6 or 8 pieces for us to take home. When Shikishima Seipan expanded into the Kanto region, they did so under the Pasco brand. After moving to Tokyo, I was surprised to find that there was no Shikishima bread, but then I learned that Shikishima bread was Pasco. On the other hand, Kobe-ya expanded into the Kanto region in 1982, creating a high-class image by opening restaurants and take-out specialty stores in upscale residential areas near Seijo using the "Kobe" brand. Both companies aimed to dispel the image of small mom-and-pop stores from Kansai when expanding. When I inquired with Shikishima Seipan's customers, they mentioned that the old mom-and-pop stores were like authorized dealers of companies like National and Toshiba, but they no longer exist today because supermarkets now fulfill that role. From Tokyu Toyoko Line's Gakugeidaigaku Station, a 15-minute walk down Meguro Street, crossing over to the 26th Street, and turning onto Enyuzan Street, you will find a building with a sign that says PASCO, indicating that this is the location of Pasco East Company and the Meguro branch. Next to the parking lot, there was a door with a sign that read "PASCO Factory Direct Sales Store." Upon entering, I was greeted by a lady in a Pasco uniform. On the shelves on both sides, regular bread sold in supermarkets was being sold at a discounted price. Remembering that a certain person who frequents this area has been focusing on low-carb diets lately, I picked up the "Low-Sugar Cream Bread" (100 yen). I paid 100 yen in cash, put it in my bag, and took it to go. I tried the cream bread from a major bread company that didn't taste low-sugar at all.

If you want to buy bagged bread at a supermarket or convenience store, I definitely recommend Pasco brand! Their bread is packed full and not hollow, which I like. The taste is great too. This place sells Pasco bread on the first floor of the office building. You can smell the delicious scent of baking bread around the building. The shop is small, with a selection of bread you would find in supermarkets. However, the variety is not as wide as I thought. The prices may be somewhat cheaper since it's a factory direct store, but it's still comparable to prices at budget supermarkets. There are no outlet or super cheap items, just a place to buy Pasco bread. I bought the "Raisin Bar" and the "Triangular Croissant". Both were new to me. The Raisin Bar had raisins, walnuts, and orange peel in it. It had a firm texture for a bagged bread. The Triangular Croissant seemed to be an original item here, limited to 15 bags. It was moist, crispy, and had a rich buttery flavor. It was slightly sweet and delicious. This shop offers various Pasco breads, although not at extremely cheap prices.

Pasco is a major bakery company in Japan, ranking second in size. The first place is held by that company with the truck that Suzy-chan enjoys eating bread in. The third place is a company specializing in bread making. Pasco, short for Pan Shikishima Company, is known for its popular English Muffin series, such as the Walnut & Raisin flavor. The texture of these muffins is wonderfully chewy and they are great as sandwiches or enjoyed on their own. The corn grits sprinkled on top add a nice touch. Pasco is also famous for their bread sales, but their English Muffin and Melon Pan are also delicious. They have a reputation for making classic and tasty bread. I remember they also have something called Chojuku Focaccia, which I should try if I come across it! Thanks for the meal! (＾人＾)

This is a manufacturer's direct sales outlet for Pasco, often seen in supermarkets. The bread is sold in individual packaging in a normal plastic bag. At the manufacturer's direct sales outlet, the bread is displayed openly and customers can use tongs to pick their choices, which is interesting. [Raisin and prune bagel, ¥100] Is it slightly cheaper than buying it at a supermarket?! Looking at the expiration date, it's not particularly new. *munch* The chewy and moist texture is modest, making it easy to eat. The sweetness seems to be handled by the raisins and prunes, while the taste of the dough itself is plain. Overall: It's too plain and unremarkable, so no stars, but it's not bad.

Some items are 20% off, such as bread with a close expiration date.

On May 10, 2014 (Saturday), I visited a Pasco factory outlet in Meguro, Tokyo. Pasco is a familiar bread manufacturer to me as I have worked in Nagoya twice and lived there for about 5 years and 8 months. The Meguro factory was established in 1969, when I was still in elementary school. Over the years, the factory expanded its production facilities in various locations, and the Meguro factory now serves as Pasco East Company's headquarters and Meguro sales office, with the factory outlet still attached. The facility is named Techno Core Tokyo. Pasco has a special connection to me, as they were one of the first major manufacturers to use Hokkai 261 strong wheat (now called Yumekikara) which I was involved with during my time in Obihiro. They also have a unique relationship with Cook Cham, a bento shop in Niimi, which I was involved with during my time in Okayama. I decided to buy some bread at the factory outlet this time. The outlet is open from 9 am to 5 pm, but it is closed from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm, so be mindful of that. Also, they do not provide plastic bags, so bring your own if you plan to buy a lot. The prices are slightly cheaper than convenience stores, with sausage rolls at 80 yen each and a new product, red bean and walnut danish, at 90 yen each (market price is around 99 yen). The super-ripe bread is priced at 160 yen, which may not be significantly cheaper compared to supermarket specials. I had the sausage rolls for breakfast the next morning, and after microwaving for 20 seconds and toasting in the oven, they tasted just like those from a local bakery. However, the danish did not meet my expectations, as the texture of the dough was lacking. Mass-produced packaged bread tends to contain various additives, making it difficult to compete with freshly baked bread from a local bakery. While the factory outlet offers slightly discounted prices, it still feels more expensive compared to typical outlet stores. It may be challenging for the Meguro factory, which is currently experiencing a decline in its factory status, to implement a system that offers discounted prices for imperfect items. Overall, the current setup feels somewhat lacking.

I passed by the Pasco Meguro factory just before noon, so I stopped by the direct delivery sales outlet to buy some bread. Pasco used to be known for making delicious and high-quality bread, but now they are more known for selling cheap bread at convenience stores and supermarkets. The Meguro factory in Tokyo was their first factory in the Kanto region back in the 1970s, and they used to sell premium bread like 500-600 yen per loaf, which tasted really good. Even though Pasco has expanded and now mass-produces bread, this outlet still sells small-batch and new products. They offer discounts on items like Petit French Bread and Croissants. The sales area is small, about the size of a large convenience store's bread section. They have a parking lot for business vehicles, but it's unclear if customers can park there. The opening hours are around 10am to 4pm, but it could be until 5pm. They don't provide bags, so you need to bring your own, and they don't sell drinks. The Walnut Petit French Bread was quite tasty when toasted, and the Baked Cheesecake was more like a steamed cheese bun than a cheesecake. I would go back if I happen to pass by with a bag next time.

It's that Pasco, you know, the one you often see at supermarkets or convenience stores. Their product, the "Nut Tart with Plenty of Nuts," tasted really good. It was packed full of nuts, giving it a great texture and a nice salty flavor. The tart itself was moist and had a good balance. It was surprisingly filling, and I felt satisfied after eating just one. Delicious, satisfying, and worth it.

This is a review of a bread purchased from Pasco's factory direct store. It is a packaged bread made at the factory and not purchased at the direct store. It is a stone-baked Pasco domestic wheat baguette. The purchase price was 168 yen (excluding tax). Usually, I buy bread from a bakery, but this time I decided to try a commercially available product that I had been curious about. By the way, the bread in the photo is about half of the total content. The other half is already in my stomach. Generally, Pasco's baguettes sold in packages, but this one was quite delicious. It is made with 100% domestic wheat, mainly fermented with yeast, and finished with levain, giving it a flavorful taste. It is not thick or long in size, weighing about 258 grams. It has a solid doughy texture without being dry. It has a good chewiness and elasticity due to the inclusion of rice flour. While it may not deepen in flavor as you chew, you can still taste some sweetness. I realized that there are delicious breads even in commercially available products, not just from famous bakeries. I would definitely buy this baguette again if given the chance.

On March 15, 2016, Pan Shikishima Company, a brand by Fukushima Bakery, was named after the initials of the company. Although the headquarters are located in Nagoya, this branch in Meguro serves as the head office and Meguro sales office for Pasco East Company. Pasco's bread products are widely sold in supermarkets and convenience stores, so I will summarize the reviews here. Walnut bread ☆3 A bread with a slightly sweet and fluffy dough, mixed with walnuts. The amount of walnuts is decent, but the texture is light, so I prefer larger, crunchier walnuts. Energy: 340kcal.