"Okashi-shi Shirokaba Honten" is located within walking distance from JR Kinshicho Station South Exit (towards Marui) and right in front of Kotohashi Park. This is a shop specializing in Kinshicho's famous dorayaki, called "Kin-dora," available in white and black varieties. I purchased the black one, which intrigued me from the review by Mairebi-san. The dough is a coffee milk color, but what is the black ingredient? It's Okinawan black sugar! The combination of Hokkaido red beans and Okinawan black sugar is a fusion of the north and south. However, I was worried it might be too sweet... The filling is carefully cooked in the shop, and the dough is meticulously baked one by one. The dough is fluffy and has a hint of black sugar flavor. Perhaps due to the black sugar, I also sensed a richness in taste. It wasn't overly sweet, and the red bean paste and black sugar dough were just right and delicious. It's a dorayaki that makes you want to have another one. The black sugar dough is definitely a plus. I was able to discover a shop I would like to visit again. Thank you for the meal. As of January 2023, rating: 3.53"

It seems to have a good reputation for being delicious, and it was quite crowded. The cat-shaped dorayaki was cute and would make a great gift for cat lovers. The dorayaki was also large and the sweet red bean paste was delicious, truly living up to its popularity. This is definitely a shop worth remembering for bringing as a gift.

I visited a famous Monaka shop in Nishikicho to buy some souvenirs for a dinner party. They are well-known in the souvenir industry. I purchased Monaka, Mitarashi Dango, and Dorayaki. The red bean paste in all of them was delicious! I will definitely buy them again if I have the chance!

I purchased souvenirs at the main store of "Shirakaba" in Sumida-ku, Tokyo. It is located about a 6-minute walk from JR Kinshicho Station South Exit, in front of Kotohashi Park. There is no parking available. It was Saturday at 1:30 PM. There were 3 groups of customers before me and 1 group after me. The store is small with sales at the eaves, but it is a popular place so there were many people even in the hot weather. The showcase had a variety of relatively affordable options, including dumplings and rice cakes that looked delicious. Due to the high temperature and having a meal later, I carefully selected and purchased a modest amount. I later regretted this decision. Although I bought souvenirs, I couldn't eat them at the destination. However, I sneakily took them home and enjoyed them the next day. I bought: "Kin-dora Black" x2 for ¥220 each, "Kin-dora White" for ¥220, and "Tarafuku Monaka" x3 for ¥230 each. "Kin-dora Black" had a thin and soft skin, very moist. It was the opposite of fluffy sponge cakes, and I loved it. The aroma and taste of brown sugar were prominent, and I thought the skin alone was delicious, which is a first for me (as I usually eat dorayaki for the filling). The homemade sweet bean paste was slightly loose, with a mild sweetness, but the flavor of specially selected Hokkaido red beans was rich and elegantly cooked. Both the skin and the paste were light, so I finished it in no time. "Tarafuku Monaka" had an adorable cat shape. I was surprised to find white bean paste inside. It had a translucent golden color with a strong sweetness and a dense, satisfying texture. I couldn't try the Kin-dora White with rice flour this time, so I must do so soon. I realized once again that I prefer moist skins and fillings.

It was a hot, sunny Saturday around 12:05 when I visited. Local people were constantly coming in to buy. I bought one of each of the black and white Kin Dorayaki for 220 yen each. The black one has black sugar mixed in the skin, while the white one has a honey scent. The moist skin made me feel happy. When it comes to dorayaki in Kinshicho, this is it - both the skin and the filling are delicious. Couples shopping together, men carrying big packages on their bicycles - it all felt like a part of daily life. This place seems to be the go-to for traditional Japanese sweets in this area.

My wife and I got takeout on our day off. We had a black sugar dorayaki and a tara fukumonaka. The black sugar dorayaki had a rich sweetness from the black sugar. The tara fukumonaka was a gentle sweet monaka with white bean paste. Both were delicious with a slightly sweet taste. They don't last long, but they make a perfect gift for the same day. Truly a famous treat in Kinshicho! The shop also serves shaved ice, which looked delicious. There is a branch at the Terumi in Kinshicho Station! Thank you for the meal!

This is a local favorite traditional Japanese sweets shop located next to Kotohashi Park in Kinshicho. They are well-known for their popular Kin-dora (dorayaki) and Tarafukumonaka, which have been featured in the media. I visited the shop on a Sunday morning and purchased the Kin-dora and Tarafukumonaka, as they tend to sell out quickly if you go later in the day. - Kin-dora Black (220 yen): This dorayaki has a fluffy texture with a carefully cooked red bean paste that is thick and delicious. The black sugar dough pairs well with it. The expiration date is 3 days. - Kin-dora White (220 yen): This dorayaki has a different type of skin, not white bean paste. It would be nice to try both the black and white versions for a contrast. I personally prefer the black one. - Tarafukumonaka (230 yen): This monaka is shaped like a reclining beckoning cat. It has a rare white bean paste filling made with white beans from Hokkaido, which are large and have a fluffy texture. The sweetness is light with a hint of richness. It was a fresh and delicious monaka that I had never tried before. Thank you for the meal.

I entered the store around 12:40 on Friday, May 5, 2023, and there was no line at all. The dorayaki "Kin-dora Kuro" had a fluffy skin filled with sweet red bean paste and was delicious. The red rice nigiri was made with chewy mochi rice and was the most delicious red rice I have ever eaten.

I casually stopped by at the end of April with the intention of only buying Neko Monaka, but it turned out to be the last day for Ichigo Daifuku, so I couldn't resist and ended up buying it. The strawberries were big and had a satisfying taste, very delicious. It's time to say goodbye for now until next winter. Thank you for the meal! ★

I often use this place for bringing gifts. There is a branch at the Terumi B1 floor of Kinshicho Station, but the main store sells items like rice cakes and dango, which I highly recommend. Personally, I think the Kin-Dora (Kinshicho Dorayaki) in plain flavor is delicious. It is made with rare red beans from Hokkaido, and you can enjoy the marriage of the red bean paste and the wheat flour skin's aroma in the plain flavor. The brown sugar version is also good, but the scent of brown sugar is dominant throughout. Thank you for always providing delicious sweets.

Last time I came to Kinshicho, the dorayaki was sold out at the Terumi store by 6:00 pm. Today, I wanted to arrive around noon, but I arrived in Kinshicho at 2:30 pm. I thought they would have some at this time, so this time I headed to the main store. The shop has a glass case directly in front, rather than entering through a door. It's a modest traditional Japanese sweets shop in the town. They had dorayaki! But the sakura mochi (Kanto style) and doamagari were sold out. I wanted to buy doamagari. (I am a fan of doamagari.) The dorayaki at this shop is named "Kin-dora," with two types: white and black. The black one uses black sugar from Okinawa in the dough. I bought the Kin-dora black and an-dango (grass dango). The ingredients of Kin-dora black are sugar (domestic production, refined sugar, Okinawa-produced black sugar), red beans (Hokkaido-produced), eggs, flour, honey, mirin, agar, baking soda. The dorayaki is a bit small in size, which makes it easy to eat. The skin is fluffy with a taste of black sugar. Both the skin and red bean paste are delicious. The an-dango has grass dango as the base. Sweet red bean paste is attached on top and bottom. This is also delicious. I will come back again if I have the chance.

At first, I didn't notice this shop at all, but luckily I happened to pass by and remembered seeing this name before! Even though I don't speak much Japanese, the old lady was very kind and helped me confirm what I wanted to buy. The desserts I bought this time are all very delicious. The mitarashi dango has a good balance of sweetness and saltiness, and the texture is just right, not too hard or too soft. It's truly perfect :) Also, the other products are very good too. I think I will continue to buy something every time I pass by in the future.

I tried two classic dorayaki, uguisu mochi, kusa mochi, onigiri, and monaka, and they were all delicious. The dorayaki, in particular, had a fluffy and chewy texture that paired perfectly with the sweet bean paste, leaving a lasting impression with its elegant sweetness.

It is located a little further from Kinshicho South Exit, towards the right back of Marui. It is also close to Kameido Gyoza. It was around 2:15 pm on Saturday. There was one person ordering when I arrived, and another person came from behind, with other cars stopping as well. It seems to be a popular shop. Unfortunately, the bean daifuku was sold out, so I bought the black and white Kin-dora, plenty of Monaka, and kombu onigiri. The black one uses Okinawan black sugar, while the white one is made with rice flour for a soft and moist texture. The black sugar is sweet and fluffy, easy to eat without using your teeth much. The red bean paste is quite loose, creating a harmonious blend with the skin. Although it has chunky red bean paste, the white one has a pancake-like texture with a satisfying bite. This might come down to personal preference between black and white, but as a black sugar lover, I lean towards the black one... it's a tough choice. They seem to make them fresh every morning, showing their dedication. The dorayaki is very delicious. The plenty of Monaka uses white azuki beans, which is unusual, so I bought it. Despite its small size, it is packed with white azuki beans, giving a great texture. Unlike regular Monaka, this one emphasizes the bean's texture with a chunky feel. It has a shelf life of 7 days, making it a good souvenir option. The onigiri is small but tightly packed with rice and seaweed wrapped around each one, giving a homemade feel. It's a nostalgic taste. There were about 4 varieties of onigiri available, but only salmon and kombu were left. They also had items like mountain vegetable rice and red rice. It would be nice to buy something here and eat it in the nearby park during the warmer months! I would like to visit this delicious long-established traditional Japanese sweets shop again. Hopefully, the bean daifuku will be available next time!

The cat-shaped manju I had been curious about since it became a hot topic in the TV drama "There is a Reason for Decorating Love"! It costs 200 yen for one and is a laid-back beckoning cat (=^ェ^=) When you look at its back, it is holding a koban with its tail... so cute~♡ The FoodLog rating (as of December 2022) is 3.54!

One weekend in Kinshicho. After slurping noodles at a nearby restaurant for lunch, I passed by this seemingly delicious Japanese confectionery store. I planned to stop by after the concert, but when I returned after the show, most of the items were sold out. I managed to get a few sweets and some rice cakes - kamonoko, kimishigure, and rabbit-shaped steamed buns. The sweet bean paste here is delicious. And then there's the white bean paste with a golden color that seemed to be just for cuteness. I'm thinking of using it as a souvenir next time. I'll be going to the Triphony Hall next month, so I plan to stop by before the concert to try out more items.

Dorayaki and manju are famous, right? I have eaten them before and they were delicious! They make great souvenirs too. This time, I had inari sushi, mitarashi dango, and mugwort anko dango for lunch. The inari sushi had a refined flavor and I could eat many of them! But personally, I prefer the sweet and salty flavor of the fried tofu to be a bit stronger. Maybe a little more vinegar in the rice would be nice too. The mitarashi dango was as described, silky and chewy, and delicious! The mugwort anko dango had a subtle mugwort aroma and the anko was elegantly sweet. Personally, I would prefer it to be a bit sweeter, enough to make me crave tea. The mugwort was well kneaded in, giving it a smooth texture and was delicious. Next time, I want to try the kin-dora! And finally, I have to say, the wrapping paper is so cute! If I pass by again, I will definitely buy some!

Visited around 12 o'clock on a weekday. The store has a historic feel. Their specialties are dorayaki and manju. They only sell their products at the storefront, no cafe corner. You can also enjoy your treats in the nearby park. Payment can be made with PayPay or cash. ★ Mitarashi dango 120 yen (tax included) - Perfect balance of sweet and salty, with soft and delicious mochi. ★ An dango 120 yen (tax included) - Smooth and elegant sweet red bean paste, delicious when paired with grass mochi. ★ Mame daifuku 170 yen (tax included) - The red bean paste inside has a perfect sweetness with a hint of salt, goes well with the slightly salty mochi. ★ Kin dorayaki (brown sugar) 200 yen (tax included) - Fluffy texture with a rich red bean paste that melts in your mouth, pairs well with the brown sugar dough. ★ Kin dorayaki (rice flour) - Pancake-like texture, not too sweet with a fresh red bean paste that is juicy and delicious. ★ Tarafuku manju 200 yen (tax included) - Uses white beans from Hokkaido, with large beans that have a chewy texture. Slightly sweet with a hint of richness. A fresh and unique manju experience. All of the treats were of high quality. I definitely want to come back again.

★Cute Maneki-neko-shaped Monaka and Nishiki Dorayaki★ A long-established store near Kotohashi Park. The staff kindly introduced their recommended products. #Sumida Ward PayPay cashback eligible store ■Order Details - Tarafukumonaka - Nishiki Dorayaki (Black) - Nishiki Dorayaki (White) - Mizumanju ■Impressions The red bean paste used in Tarafukumonaka is made from Hokkaido white beans. It had a firm texture with a gentle sweetness and was very delicious. Since it has a shelf life of about 7 days, it would be perfect as a souvenir. According to the staff, the "Black" Nishiki Dorayaki uses black sugar from Okinawa, giving it a fluffy texture with a black sugar flavor. The "White" one uses rice flour, giving it a chewy texture. Both fillings were packed full of red bean paste. I couldn't really tell the difference between black and white, but the taste was delicious! ■Ratings Overall: 3.4 Taste: 3.5 Service: 3.4

I visited a traditional Japanese confectionery shop near Menueo in Kinshicho on Saturday evening. I was looking to buy a gift, but the dorayaki I wanted was sold out. Instead, I got a variety of sweets packed together for the gift. The shop was flexible and accommodating. For myself, I bought a lemon-flavored dorayaki with young sweetfish. It had a chewy red bean paste inside, a fluffy texture, and a delicate sweetness. The hint of lemon added a refreshing balance to the traditional Japanese sweet. The shop also had other delicious treats like dango and seasonal sweets, offering a wide variety of options.

This shop is located in a back alley, so I never noticed it before. It's a shame that I went after 1:00 PM and the onigiri was sold out. I'm picky about soy sauce dango, but it's different from buying them at a convenience store. The taste of the dango and soy sauce is exquisite. I think they would be even softer and more delicious if you buy them early in the morning.