On the 1st of every month, Aotani holds an event where they release a special traditional Japanese sweet called "Tsuitachi no Wa no Okashi" to celebrate the beginning of the month. Each month, a different seasonal Japanese sweet is sold exclusively on that day. The price is set at around 1000 yen. One particular item that stood out was the "Anmitsu-style Chestnut Yokan" that was exclusively sold on August 1st. It was a perfect combination of chestnut yokan and anmitsu. Inside the 1cm thick water yokan, colorful agar jelly and beans, essential ingredients of anmitsu, were carefully placed, along with soft-textured red and white mochi. The chestnut yokan used two types of chestnuts (yellow chestnuts and chestnuts with skins), showcasing the attention to detail. The appearance was refreshing and beautiful, and the overall sweetness was mild, making it a delicious treat. For the past few years, I have always remembered August 1st for this menu item. The "Tsuitachi no Wa no Okashi" sweets are popular and may sell out quickly, so I recommend calling ahead to reserve. You can also check the sales menu on Instagram and Facebook. Enjoy!

I stopped by on my way home from work. I had been curious about Chez Aotani for a while. I parked my car in the parking lot and went inside the store. It was about 45 minutes before closing, so there were hardly any cake options left. I bought a rich cheesecake, a salt roll, and a dream cheese. I took them home and ate them with my family. Everyone kept saying, "Delicious!" throughout.

It was a holiday, so the cake was almost like Children's Day style. It was still crowded, but it didn't take too long to get close. This time, I had a cream puff that is only available on weekends and holidays. I wonder if they put the cream in after ordering? The cream was soft and the puff was crispy. The cream puff was delicious too. This place never disappoints, so you can rest assured!

I checked in advance that the dorayaki was delicious, but unfortunately it was sold out by 4 pm on a weekday. However, what about this croissant! The croissant has many layers on the top crust, which is a sign of deliciousness. Just by looking at that, you can tell if it's good or not, so my expectations were high. I bought the normal and red bean butter flavors. The result was extremely delicious. The rich butter aroma, the crispy texture, it was a moment of happiness! This was definitely the right choice. Next, I tried the salt roll cake. When I cut it, it seemed a bit dry, but when I tasted it, it was moist. The crispy outer layer had a nice texture, which was good. However, the cream in the middle was a bit heavy because it was butter cream, but that's understandable. I might dip the leftovers in tomorrow's toast, it should be delicious for sure. Also, I purchased the famous Ishikiri Fuwari. The taste was consistent and I understand why it's popular. There are various flavors available, and it's fluffy, making it suitable for children too. Especially with the roll cake, it's a bit of a hassle to cut, serve, and wash dishes, but this one per person is great for sharing! It lasts for about 3 days and needs to be refrigerated. There were plenty of baked goods available as well. The atmosphere is similar to Lupin, I would say. The café was still closed, unfortunately. I definitely want to try the dorayaki next time. Thank you for the meal!

I had lunch near my parents' house and on the way back, I saw a shop selling "Ishikiri Mochidora" or dorayaki with mochi inside. It looked delicious so I decided to stop by. The parking lot was almost full, indicating that it's a popular shop. I managed to find a parking spot and went inside. I wanted to buy some baked goods and chocolates for Valentine's Day. But when I saw the croissants and pies in the display case, I got distracted. I joined the line in front of the cake display to place my order. While waiting, I looked at the cakes and noticed the chocolate cakes which seemed tempting. I ended up ordering a strawberry shortcake. My partner ordered a rich chocolate cake. We also bought a hojicha roll, triple chocolate bread, and croissant the almond from the bakery section. Back in the car, we opened the boxes and ate the cakes using disposable forks. The strawberry shortcake was light and delicious, with a creamy texture and sweet strawberries. My partner's chocolate cake was rich and luxurious, like a high-quality chocolate. We also enjoyed the Danish pastries at home with our family. The croissant the almond was luxurious with creamy filling and almonds. The hojicha roll had a nice hojicha flavor, and the triple chocolate bread had a rich chocolate aroma. We were happy with our purchase and planned to buy more chocolates later. It was a delightful experience, and we hope to visit the shop again soon.

I received a rabbit cookie in the middle of a skeleton case. From the website of Chef Aotani🌟Introducing Chef Aotani's Valentine's Day products✨Following Christmas, we will be selling cookie boxes with Valentine's Day-themed icing cookies❣️The name of the product is...! "Amour, Love, Seven" -Product contents- *Icing cookies (rabbit, two types of hearts) *1 piece of cookie (macadamia, butter, cocoa, chocolate sablé) *Meringue cookies 2000 yen (tax included 2160 yen) We have created designs that are cute and Valentine's Day-like, centered around the rabbit character Ravi, which will make you want to pick them up without thinking☺️This is a perfect product for gifts to loved ones, friends, yourself, or those who are not fond of chocolate✨I would be happy if you could pick it up☺️More Valentine's Day products will be available, so please look forward to them‼️ ------------------------------ Enjoy your meal☆☆☆☆

I visited this shop with my friend while exploring the area near Ishikiri Shrine. We tried the weekend-only cream puffs and they were amazing, with a crispy crust and rich custard cream. Since we were snacking, we didn't have cake this time, but I would love to try it next time. Since my home is far away, I bought two types of bread and a lemon pastry to take home without worrying about the time. The butter croissant with red bean paste was delicious, and the mugwort mochi bread had a nice aroma and tasted great. Thank you for the meal!

The "Ishikiri Mochi Dora" for ¥280 is so soft and delicious because the mochi in the middle is double-layered. The dough with butter kneaded into it has a hint of honey, making it sweet and flavorful. I really like the balance of the dough, mochi, and red bean. I could eat as many as I want. The store has a variety of both Western and Japanese sweets lined up, all of which are very appealing. Next time I come to Ishikiri, I might try buying some Western sweets. Also, I heard on social media that Mitarashi dango is sold only once a year. I have a faint hope of trying it someday (laughs). *Visited on a weekday around 10:30 am, no waiting time, no line. Payment method: PayPay. Thank you for the meal!

Stone-cut mochi dorayaki costs 280 yen. If you eat it right away, you can get it freshly baked. It's surprisingly light dorayaki. The buttery aroma comes from the Western-style dough. The purple-colored red bean paste inside is juicy. The mochi is also light and soft, with plenty of filling. The opening hours are short, but you can also buy it from the vending machine next door.

Matcha jelly for 540 yen. Aotani fromage for 486 yen. Fig and black tea cake for 580 yen. The cake is substantial in size. The whipped cream is light and delicious. The black tea cake has layers of both whipped cream and custard, and despite its size, it is not overwhelming. The cheese cake consists of mascarpone mousse and souffle in two layers. The matcha flavor is a bit subtle.

After visiting the Ishikiri Kenzen Shrine, we stopped by this place. We bought two pieces of Mochidora for 250 yen each, Ishikiri Fuwari Matcha for 250 yen, and Fuwari Matcha Ice Cream for 250 yen. Mochidora has a chewy mochi inside and a moist and sweet dorayaki outer layer, which is delicious. The Fuwari Ice Cream is frozen, but the soft outer layer is chewy, and the ice cream inside is crispy. It's a perfect dessert for hot summer days. Thank you for the meal.

It's a cake-focused shop, but their baked goods are delicious as well. Today, I bought a 10-piece pack of dorayaki for my mother who loves them. They last for a week, which is convenient. The dorayaki here is truly the essence of a Western-style pastry shop. The dorayaki's cake part is soft and moist, and the red bean paste is mixed with soft mochi, which reduces the typical sweetness of red bean paste and makes it light and delicious. I've tried various dorayaki, but this one is definitely in the top three in terms of deliciousness! My mother was pleased too, so I'm glad.

It's my wife's birthday, so I bought a cake. I made a phone reservation for a plate with her name and age candles. It was a normal phone call, but I felt embarrassed and ended up half-laughing. I brought the cake home, went through the usual rituals, and ate it. The cream was perfectly sweet, the cake had a nice sweetness to it, and the fruits were delicious without being too sweet. The cake here is really delicious. My wife was also very happy. Now I'll have more free time for a while. It's good, it's good!

I happened to find this patisserie on my way back from Ishikiri Shrine! It seems to be quite famous around here. It was my husband's birthday that day, so I decided to buy a shortcake and a few other items to take home. The sponge in their cakes is very fluffy and disappears in your mouth with a fizzy sensation. I think the sponge in Ishikiri Fuwari's cakes is made from the same batter, soft and delicious. The whipped cream in between was not too rich, just the right amount of sweetness. The caramel shortcake was a bit too sweet maybe? Also, usually they have an eat-in option, but it's closed now due to the effects of the pandemic. Thank you for the meal!

I had passed by many times before, but this was my first time buying something. There is a parking lot and it's also close to the station. The inside of the shop was spacious. You can eat inside, but due to COVID-19, it's takeout only for now. They have a lot of souvenirs like cookies and dorayaki, so it's hard to choose. This time, I bought Camomile Chocolat, Aotani Fromage, and Kiributa Roll. The Camomile Chocolat had chocolate mousse inside, very rich and satisfying. The Fromage was not too sweet as I expected, very delicious. The Kiributa Roll had banana inside, not too sweet like the Fromage, easy to eat and highly recommended. Among the many cake shops in Higashi-Osaka, Aotani's cakes are truly delicious and easy to eat!! I would like to try different types of cakes next time.

Chef's whim cake of the day (strawberry and blueberry shortcake) ☆ 3.5 Purple sweet potato and rare cheese tart ☆ 3.45 Located near Ishikiri Tsurugi Shrine in Higashi Osaka City, our patisserie, known for its popular "Ishikiri Fuwari" and locally rooted product development. Visiting around 3 p.m. on weekends, there were 8 take-out customers in the store, with more customers coming in one after another. After struggling with the wide variety of products, I ended up choosing the "Chef's whim cake of the day" and the "Purple sweet potato and rare cheese tart" for take-out. The taste was average, giving off a traditional pastry shop vibe. However, I could see why they are loved by the locals, with their wide range of products, locally rooted product names, and use of seasonal local fruits. Thank you for the meal. When I visit the area again, I would like to try the "Ishikiri Fuwari".

(Shishi-odoshi) Kon!! I was able to recite it well. I purchased it as a gift from the cake shop She Aotani in Ishikiri, where I have lived for about 10 years and still feel a strong connection. I was excited because the cake I had last time was delicious. This time, I received some baked sweets. Ishikiri Gohen is a madeleine featuring a gentle sweetness using wasanbon sugar. Although it may not be conveyed in the photo, as you eat further, black beans unexpectedly appear. The presence of Japanese elements in Western confectionery. It's almost like a "Wadoreine." I may have a connection to Ishikiri, but it's incredibly delicious even without bias. Tokimeki Lemon is a lemon cake with a fancy name. It is covered with couverture white chocolate. Apparently, "couverture" is a title given to a special standard. The refreshing acidity nurtured by the great nature of the Seto Inland Sea creates a delicious harmony with the chocolate. I'm also interested in Ishikiri Fuwari, which uses Yoshino kuzu in the dough. Thank you for the meal.

A popular patisserie near Shin-Ishikiri Station in Higashi-Osaka. I went there to buy a birthday cake for my child. The whole cake was coated in chocolate with lots of strawberries on top. They also have a variety of baked sweets available in the store. It was delicious, thank you for the meal!

I came thinking of having coffee today, but unfortunately the café corner is closed. Today's ice cream flavors are #Shin-Ikeshita #ShareOtani #Matcha #FluffyIceCream #WhitePeachIceCreamBar, located right next to Ikeshita Shrine. There are many sweets that make you want to buy them as souvenirs, with a mix of Japanese and Western flavors. #Sweetslover #OsakaGourmet

I successfully composed it. Just like making a pilgrimage to the Denbo God, I visited the delicious cake shop, Chez Aotani, about a hundred times. It's located near the Shin-Ishikiri Station, just a short walk away. However, it's quite a distance from the Ishikiri Station on the Nara Line, and you have to go down a hill. This area is close to where I used to live when I was younger, so it feels very nostalgic. The Kintetsu Keihanna Line used to be called the Higashi-Osaka Line. Somehow, an incredibly delicious cake shop has opened up here. I visited on my bike just for this shop. I arrived in the evening as the sun was setting, so many items were sold out. I bought a pudding and a cake to go. The time it took at the register was because they were wrapping everything so carefully. Even the wrapping paper seemed different. - Marron Roll At first glance, it looks like a Mont Blanc topping, but it's actually a soft and fluffy roll cake base. The homemade sweet bean paste and chestnut cream are a perfect match. Two types of candied chestnuts and black beans shine in your mouth. It's quite a generous portion, so considering the deliciousness, it's a good deal. - Snack Pudding The popular pudding from last spring is back. It was sold for kids staying home during the summer holidays when the state of emergency was declared in Osaka. I can imagine the sight of little kids coming to buy it with their pocket money. The thoughtfulness of Aotani-san for children is evident. From the Ishikiri Fuwari to the Ishikiri Goen... The cakes with strong ties to Ishikiri, like the delicious cheesecake, look so tempting. If this shop had been around when I lived here, it would have been my go-to place. Thank you for the meal.

Near Ishikiri Shrine, there is a popular Western and Japanese confectionery shop called Shea Aotani. They offer a variety of cakes, baked goods, chocolates, and more in their showcase. You can also enjoy them in the cafe space inside the shop. The "Ishikiri Mochidora" features a fluffy outer layer filled with mochi and sweet red bean paste. The outer layer is made with plenty of fresh butter, giving it a Western twist. The mochi is made from Shiga's "Yukihime Hafutsumemochi" rice, providing a chewy texture. The red bean paste, made from beans in Hokkaido's Tokachi region, is delicious. The combination of Japanese and Western flavors is excellent. You can get a pack of 5 for 1580 yen.