I went to the Le Chocolat de H Ginza main store located on Nishi-Goban Street, right by the B3 exit of Ginza Station. I was there to try the seasonal limited edition "Mont Blanc" called "Autumn Mont Blanc" for 3,200 yen (including tax) with a drink (coffee & tea) included. The dessert is made with a base of chestnut Pain de Gênes topped with Shine Muscat grapes, surrounded by white chocolate. It is then layered with crispy organic coconut sugar meringue, glassy vanilla, and more Shine Muscat grapes, all wrapped in layers of whipped cream. The dessert is finished with a sprinkle of rare and fragrant "Rihei Chestnut" from Kumamoto Prefecture, known as the "king of chestnuts", and a white chocolate grape decoration. The place was crowded, but I was lucky to get a seat by the counter right in front of where they were making the dessert, so I could watch the process live. The Mont Blanc had a thin noodle-like texture and a combination of flavors from the chestnut base, Shine Muscat grapes, and meringue. The crispy meringue base added a nice crunch and variety of textures to the dessert. It was a perfect autumn Mont Blanc experience.

I received a macaron set for 1,500 yen (macaron + tea/teapot) and it was delicious. Even though it was hot outside, the inside of the store was cool so I chose a hot drink. My friend chose the Macaron Royale for 1,500 yen (parfait) and enjoyed it.

I went alone to the restaurant on a hot weekend. Luckily it wasn't crowded when I arrived. I ordered the Mont Blanc, which I had been wanting to try. The set with coffee cost 3800 yen, which seemed a bit expensive. You can choose the cream or ice cream inside, and I chose almond. It looked like other people were sharing one Mont Blanc set and a drink. I might bring my mother here when she visits Tokyo.

I wanted to escape from the heat and was drawn in by the menu in front of the store. Mont Blanc with a drink for 3,800 yen...! (Expensive) But the size was big and it was very delicious, so I was satisfied. Sitting at the counter, I could see them making it right in front of me, which was exciting ☺︎

Second visit. It's been a while, but this time I had the chocolate set again. I showed them a picture of the chocolate I had last time, and they brought out a different kind today. I felt happy tasting the chocolate once again. The ganache was truly amazing.

#Today's sweet treat, the Parfait Royal from Le Chocoladeh. I often passed by this shop but had never been inside. With an hour to spare before my lunch reservation, I decided to pop in. The main attraction was the chocolate soft serve parfait. The chocolate cake was light with a hint of rum. I initially thought it was a Gâteau au Chocolat but it wasn't heavy. The whipped cream and feuillantine were average. The tea was served at the perfect temperature. The macaron was made with Tayberry, a cross between raspberry and blackberry. The texture of the macaron was not too chewy, which I liked. It was quite sweet, but... I didn't feel anything special about it. Maybe I picked the wrong menu item? I considered buying their tablet but they only had macarons and bonbons, which may not be to my liking. #SweetTooth #Dessert #Sweets #SweetTreat #Snack #TokyoGourmet #TokyoSweets #GinzaSweets #Cafe #CafeHopping #TokyoCafe #GinzaCafe #Parfait #ParfaitLover #Chocolate #ChocolateLover #FarmToBar #LeChocolatD'Hash #Macarons.

Date and time: Holiday around 14:00 Visit: No reservation, 5 minutes wait Purpose: Date at a quiet cafe Number of people: 2 Atmosphere: Quiet Attire: Casual Order: Macaron set for 1,300 yen

I visited this chocolate shop for the first time for a takeout in the afternoon. It is located behind the Uniqlo building on the main street of Ginza. They also have an eat-in space. - Chocolat Brique Noir @540 yen: Similar to the chocolate sandwich at Vanilla Beans in Minatomirai, but this one is rectangular and has an elegant sweetness. - Lemon Cake @380 yen: A round lemon cake with a fluffy texture and a juicy, moist flavor. - Galette @340 yen: A buttery and crispy thick cookie. - Galette Chocolat @350 yen: Another delicious treat with a consistent great taste.

I took a little break before dinner in Ginza. Since the temperature was high, I wanted to drink a cold iced coffee, so I decided to visit this place again. This time, I ordered a fondant chocolat as a light cake. It was a high-quality cake that can only be described as chocolatier's work. However, the staff on the sales side seemed a bit indifferent and unaware of the surroundings. I was asked to move three times while waiting, and in the end, it felt like they were telling me to wait outside, which was disappointing.

During a stroll in Ningyocho, I came across a shop that caught my eye and received some baked sweets from a special person. The chocolatier at this shop is Hiroki Tsujiguchi. The "Petit Chocolat" had a soft surface and a crispy cookie-like texture underneath, which was enjoyable. The "Galette Chocolat" had a rich aroma of bitter chocolate spreading throughout. The galette itself was thin with a firm texture. The "Financier Chocolat" had a moist financier with the bitterness of dark chocolate that matched well. Overall, it was a high-quality baked sweet. Thank you for the meal.

I went to eat a parfait, but everything looked so delicious that I had a hard time deciding, so I ended up getting a Mont Blanc instead. It was much bigger than I imagined, I was surprised! There were so many different types of macarons to choose from, I was completely indecisive. Everything was so delicious!

Located in the Ginza 6-chome area, this chocolatier and patisserie showcases its chocolates prominently, but the Ginza Mont Blanc is also a popular item that can only be enjoyed here. On weekends, there can often be long lines. I hadn't visited in a while, so I decided to try the Ginza Mont Blanc this time. The spring Mont Blanc (3240 yen) comes with tea as a set. While this Mont Blanc was themed around sakura for spring, I didn't really feel the spring ingredients in it, but it was reliably delicious. The appearance is quite striking as well. This Mont Blanc uses chestnuts from Kumamoto, which may explain its strong flavor and taste. The Mont Blanc has a unique composition, with a dome-shaped meringue covering the Mont Blanc, filled with ice cream or cream inside. While it's common to pair meringue with Mont Blanc, having it on top as a dome is a unique twist. It helps maintain the shape of the Mont Blanc and the meringue near the Mont Blanc balances out the sweetness, changing the texture as well. Personally, I thought it worked well. It's quite a generous portion, so those who don't like overly sweet treats may not be able to finish it. Maybe toning down the portion size a bit could be good, but that might compromise the visual appeal.

【Arrival Time】12:30【Entry Time】12:30【Crowdedness】Counter: 2 out of 4 seats taken, 2-person table: 1 out of 3 seats taken【Other】I ordered the chocolate tart. They mentioned that it would take about 15 minutes to prepare as they bake it upon ordering. The inside was like a fondant chocolate, and being freshly baked, it was piping hot with the chocolate being gooey and delicious. The whipped cream topping was also tasty.

I received two sets of chocolate at the cafe. The woman who served me was very good, from the explanation to the attention to detail. I stopped by alone, but the atmosphere was cozy, and the ganache I received had a really thin and delicate chocolate surrounding it, with a deep and rich flavor that made me a fan with just one bite. So, when I finished eating three, I felt lonely and ordered the same set again. She selected three different types of ganache for me, so today I was able to try six varieties. I am happy. Hooray for chocolate!

Ginza is a bit away from the main street, so it's calm. There doesn't seem to be any fresh cakes in the store. Cabos Chocolat 290 yen (no photo) Financier Chocolat 290 yen Chocolat Brique Chocolat Ole 500 yen Inside the Cabos Chocolat are chocolate chips? There are chocolate pieces inside. I thought it would have a citrus flavor with Cabos, but it's not that. According to the official website, it's shaped like a cacao bean "Cabos." The outside is firm. The chocolate is not too oily, not too heavy, and delicious! The satisfaction is high because there are crunchy chocolates inside. Financier Chocolat also has chocolate chips inside. It's not as buttery as regular financiers. The chocolate flavor is the main focus, moist but not too heavy and delicious! Chocolat Brique Chocolat Ole A plain sablé with chocolate ganache sandwiched inside. A consistent taste. Be careful not to let it fall apart as it's not integrated.

I was walking around Ginza and decided to stop by this shop that caught my eye. They had a variety of chocolates made with a focus on cacao. The lineup was fantastic. I bought a high-end chocolate for 1300 yen per piece, which was a limited edition, and enjoyed it on the Shinkansen ride back. While I'm not an expert in evaluating chocolate flavors, the elegant melt-in-your-mouth texture and smoothness definitely exuded luxury. Given the high price, I think it's mainly suitable for gifts. Truly the ultimate piece of chocolate!

I stumbled upon this place by chance and decided to stop in. There are only a few seats for dining in, making it a perfect spot for a solo break. I ordered the Tart Chocolat, even though I'm not a huge fan of chocolate. However, this Tart Chocolat was not too sweet and incredibly delicious. The sprinkle of salt on top added a nice touch and kept the flavor interesting until the last bite. I think I'll bring my chocolate-loving husband here next time.

I went to see the musical "Eiga no Miyako" by the Musical Theatre Company. The cast was announced, and I was amazed to see that the main roles were double-cast with Taka Inoue and Ayaka Shimizu. I want to see both of them! So, I went to see the show on the final day, the 11th. I didn't realize that the Hagoromo Theatre was located in such a retro and cute building. First, I watched the matinee with Taka Inoue. The show started with incredibly fast and lengthy dialogues, set to a melody, making it even more complex. The built-up frustration exploded on stage! It was overwhelming. Both actors seemed nervous about the script on social media, and now I understand why. Taka Inoue's powerful, transparent, and unique voice drew me into his world. It was like being pulled into Taka's anime-like world, and it was over in a flash. Water was splashed, stuffed animals rolled into the audience – it truly felt like a stage performance (as Taka mentioned on social media later). It was so entertaining! Since I had time until the evening show, I wandered around Ginza. The weather was so gloomy. On my way back, I quickly had tea here. I had soft serve ice cream, and my companion had coffee (with chocolate). The soft serve ice cream was delicious with a mature taste, not too sweet, and the crunchy pearl croquant was amazing. The chocolate with amazake flavor was the best! Enjoying delicious soft serve ice cream while sitting down made me happy. Now, off to the evening show (not as a performer). It was Ayaka Shimizu's turn, whom I love. I first got to know Taka Inoue when he appeared in the song cycle musical with Ayaka Shimizu. It has been a long time since these two performed together, and I couldn't miss this double-cast opportunity. I watched Ayaka Shimizu's show from the front row. Once again, the show started with those long dialogues. This time, it looked completely different from Taka Inoue's world. It felt like peeking into Ayaka Shimizu's everyday life, a real and down-to-earth feeling (not that Ayaka Shimizu eats potato chips while lying down). If Taka Inoue's world is like an anime, Ayaka Shimizu's world is like a drama. The contrast between her soft voice and the pop world she creates adds to the excitement. There were other double-casted actors, and each had their own unique personality, making it seem like two different shows. It was my first time at the Musical Theatre Company in a while, and they really put on a great show. It was a fun day.

A famous patissier with blonde hair, Tsujiguchi, has a shop called Chocolat de Ash. They recently introduced a new dessert using Kumamoto-grown "Toshihira chestnuts" in a Mont Blanc-style sweet. The name, for some reason, is "Ginza Monburin" (2860 yen). Despite the somewhat high price, I decided to give it a try. They make the Mont Blanc right in front of you at the counter, but unfortunately, I missed the chance to take a photo as there was no signal. I wanted to capture the moment when the chestnut paste comes out of the stand-type piping bag. The Ginza Monburin (2860 yen) is made with a financier base, meringue, and chestnut paste, with pistachio-flavored ice cream inside. Personally, I could do without the meringue, but the ice cream is delicious and adds to the overall experience. The slightly moist financier pairs well with tea, and the faint nutty aroma and pistachio flavor make it a hit with women.

I was lured in by the sophisticated decor on my first visit... It seems to be the flagship store of Chef Hiroshi Tsujiguchi, who hails from Ishikawa Prefecture and has expanded nationwide. The interior is full of elegance. I got 8 chocolates to go (around 3,500 yen). The passion fruit flavor in yellow was... (details omitted). I preferred the more standard flavors. I finished them in 5 minutes... Sometimes the 8-piece set may not fit in the box due to size and shape, so consult with the beautiful staff while making your selection.

Date and time: Holiday around 14:00 Visit: No reservation, no waiting time Purpose: Date at a cafe Number of people: 2 Atmosphere: Quiet Attire: Casual Order: Chocolate tart set for 1,300 yen