I visited here after Saturday lunch, which I had been curious about for a while. It's popular with about 6 people waiting in line for about 15 minutes. I was planning to quickly come in and have some fried manju, but when faced with the wait, I decided it might be good to try the oshiruko listed on the menu and also displayed on the noren curtain. I was seated at a table and ordered the Ozen Shiruko for ¥820 and 2 pieces of fried manju for ¥520. First, I was served with salted cherry blossom tea. It's pretty, but a bit salty. Maybe it goes well with the sweetness. Soon after, the oshiruko arrived, served with green tea and salted cherry blossom. The mochi in the oshiruko was crispy and grilled, and the anko was hot! It's on the runny side, so it doesn't cool down easily. The green tea was wonderfully delicious. Then, the fried manju arrived. It looks like tempura. The balance between the anko and the chewy texture of the manju is good. I hesitated about taking it to go, but once you eat it freshly fried, you can really taste the deliciousness. Photography inside the store is prohibited, so I only have pictures of the food. The interior of the building is also preserved as a cultural property, and even the sample of the cash register was cute and made me want to take a picture. Foreign visitors also seemed to be enjoying themselves, and I hope this place continues to thrive.

I was considering having zenzai, but since I was almost full, I decided to have two pieces of fried manju inside the restaurant. They were smaller than I expected, but the freshly fried manju was satisfying. It had sweet red bean paste inside, so it was just right to have it with tea. Next time, I want to try the azuki zenzai.

On Saturday at 12:30 pm, entered the restaurant without waiting in line. The interior was almost full. Ordered the White Tapioca Cream Anmitsu for 930 yen. The agar jelly was crispy and delicious. The atmosphere in the quaint building was nice. It is famous for being visited by the author Shota Nozawa. This traditional Japanese sweets shop is cash only, following the Kanda Rule. It is listed as one of the top 100 sweet shops in Tokyo for 2023. Rating criteria: 4.5 and above: Absolutely amazing!!! 4.0-4.4: Very satisfied!!! Will definitely come back!!! 3.5-3.9: Liked it! Would visit again! 3.1-3.4: Average. Might consider revisiting. Below 3.0: Not recommended.

The coarse red bean paste and grilled mochi were smooth, creamy, and not overly sweet, with a pleasant texture. The grilled mochi was thin, slightly crispy with a good flavor, and delicious. The takeout fried manju was unexpectedly thick and fluffy, pairing well with the red bean paste, but the deep-fried breaded manju from Yaesu's Tokyo Banana left a bigger impression. The fact that they're open late adds to the appeal. The ambiance of the restaurant is like a national treasure, with a pleasant atmosphere everywhere you look. The raised tatami seating area is also nice. I hope they continue to operate for a long time. I wish there were more wonderful restaurants like this near my home, all over the country.

I arrived around 12 o'clock on Thursday. It's right in the middle of Akihabara, Ochanomizu, and Kanda. It's an area with a super retro townscape near Kanda Yabusoba. The exterior has a sense of weight, and I nervously entered. About 30% of the seats were filled. I ordered the fried manju for 520 yen and waited a bit. It was my first time eating freshly fried manju, and it was piping hot, sweet, and incredibly delicious! It was a wonderful restaurant with a crazy good atmosphere that felt like stepping into a period drama. Thank you for the meal! I will definitely go again. ^ ^

I ordered fried manju (2 pieces) for ¥510. I arrived around 19:40, and was informed that they were only offering takeout at that time. The fried manju was indeed tasty, but I couldn't help but imagine that it would have been even more delicious to enjoy it in the historical building.

This is a review looking back on the past during the Corona pandemic. I visited the restaurant before, but when I stamped the photo in front of the shop, it ended up with a new posting date ^^; After visiting Kanda Yabusoba, I wanted something sweet, so I had Shiratama Cream Anmitsu and fried manju at the nearby Takemura (^_^) Just looking at them, the colors were beautiful, and the anmitsu was definitely delicious ✨ I remember sharing the fried manju with someone else! It was also delicious, and I ended up eating it all even after the meal (๑˃̵ᴗ˂̵)و ✨✨ It made me nostalgic and I want to go there again!

◼️Established in 1930, a historically designated building in Tokyo. Their specialty is "fried manju." Loved by the author Shota Ikawa, and the model for the anime "Love Live!" character Honoka's family's shop, "Homura." No photography allowed inside the restaurant. ◆Fried Manju [Specialty]: Intense aroma of sesame oil. Moist and firm sweet bean paste. ◆Tokoroten: Best with vinegar and soy sauce. ◼️The restaurant only accepts cash payments. Background music is muted, and photography is allowed only for food. No photography allowed inside the restaurant. Established in 1930 during the Showa era. At that time, there were no authentic zenzai shops in Kanda, so they aimed to create a traditional zenzai shop. Along with "Isegen," "Matsuya," and "Botan," miraculously survived the war damage and still exudes a nostalgic atmosphere in the area known as Renjaku-cho. ◼️◼️The model for the appearance of the Honmura confectionery shop, the family of Love Live! protagonist Honoka, was based on this place. They didn't bring any Love Live! goods as they are fans of Kotori!

I had the Shiratama Cream Anmitsu. I visited around 7 pm on a Saturday evening. There were only two groups of customers before me, so I could easily get a table, and the Anmitsu arrived promptly! As expected, the Anmitsu was delicious and satisfying. What made me happiest was being able to enjoy it at this time. While I was eating, two more groups arrived and two groups ordered takeout, so the place felt lively. Next time, I'll try the deep-fried manju!

After lunch, I wanted something sweet, so I debated between pancakes and ended up visiting this dessert place. It's located about a 10-minute walk from Kanda Station, and the area is lined with elegant buildings, creating a nostalgic atmosphere. There seemed to be a steady stream of customers coming in even during lunchtime, but luckily we were able to get in without waiting. The service is quite fast. I tried the Cream Chilled Shiruko (930 yen). The gentle sweetness of the red beans and the soft white dumplings were very delicious. It came with a side of pickled sansho pepper and green tea. Many people were ordering fried manju, so it seems to be popular.

It is a long-established sweet shop in Kanda. It is famous for being the hometown of Honoka from Love Live, and it often appears in various works such as Higurashi. The customer base is mainly young people who are fans of pilgrimage sites. The baked manju has a lot of batter and is a bit junky, but it is delicious. The apricot cream shiratama anmitsu tells the story of a famous store with the softness of the shiratama... The other foam zenzai is also a specialty, but it seems to be only available at the end of the month, so I will come back for it again.

A three-story wooden building built in 1930. It's a shame that photography inside the building is prohibited. This is a sweet shop where you can fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere. ■Order Details◯ Shiruko (sweet red bean soup with rice cakes) 820 yen◯ Fried manju (2 pieces) 520 yenThe shiruko is not too sweet, with a subtle salty flavor. It's delicious. The pickled perilla seeds for chopstick rests are quite salty, so I ended up eating them without resting my chopsticks much. The fried manju is a Japanese confectionery where the manju is fried. It is fried after ordering. When you take a bite, you can smell the fragrant sesame seeds! I wonder if they fry it in sesame oil. It's different from regular fried manju. The sweetness of the sweet red bean paste and the fragrance of sesame oil. This is delicious. It's the best fried manju I've had. ■MiscellaneousThe building is a designated historical building in Tokyo with seven table seats and four tatami mat seats. The interior has the same traditional charm as the exterior. The worn staircase, wooden pillars, raised tatami seating area, transoms, wooden ceiling boards, and earthen walls all create a nice atmosphere.

Located a 5-7 minute walk from Awajicho Station is the popular traditional Japanese confectionery shop, Takemura. Operating in a historic building since 1930, this shop has been selected as one of the top 100 traditional Japanese confectionery shops in Tokyo for 2023. While photography inside the shop is prohibited, capturing the food is allowed, and the bustling scene with long queues outside is a testament to its popularity. Takemura also offers takeout options for their Japanese sweets, suitable for various occasions. I tried their popular dish, fried manju, which features crispy dough filled with plenty of sweet bean paste. They serve it freshly fried upon ordering, allowing you to enjoy it piping hot, and even when reheated later, the smooth bean paste remains delicious. With its nostalgic atmosphere and traditional charm, this old-fashioned sweet shop is a must-visit. Thank you for the meal!

In Kanda, there is a famous dessert shop with long lines, but the turnover is good so we were able to get in after a short wait (*^^*). I went wanting to eat zenzai, but it was so hot that I switched to shaved ice (*´ 艸｀). The anmitsu with exquisite sweet red bean paste is a must-try (*ˊ˘ˋ*)｡♪:*° I wish I could have had oshiruko in the winter. Thank you for the meal. *.(๓´͈ ˘ `͈๓).*

After dining in the Kanda area, if you feel like having dessert, a popular place to stop by is the sweet shop Takemura. Established in 1930 and designated as a historical building by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, this longstanding shop is famous for being frequented by the gourmet writer Shotaro Ikenami. Since it was close to closing time on a weekday, we were able to enter without waiting in line. Inside the shop, there were office ladies, businessmen, and even some male customers who seemed to be fans, possibly because of its association with the anime "Love Live!". We ordered the anmitsu (770 yen) and the famous deep-fried manju (2 pieces for 520 yen). The smooth red bean paste made with beans from Hokkaido is mildly sweet, and the agar jelly with chunks in it provides a firm texture. Drizzling black syrup over it balances the sweetness perfectly. The deep-fried manju has a crispy coating fried in sesame oil, with chewy rice cake inside and a subtle sesame flavor in the paste. You can also get them to go, but freshly fried is the best. Across the street are other designated important establishments for the Chiyoda Ward landscape, such as the anglerfish hot pot restaurant "Isegen," the Edo-style soba noodle shop "Matsuya," and the chicken sukiyaki restaurant "Botan." Exploring this area and enjoying a sweet treat at Takemura will make you feel like you've slipped back into the good old days of the early Showa period.

After eating something spicy, I was craving something sweet, so I visited this famous dessert place. I went around 1:30 pm on a holiday, and there was a line, so I waited for about 30 minutes. I ordered the Apricot Shiratama Anmitsu for 930 yen and the Fried Manju for 520 yen. It had been so long since I last had anmitsu that I couldn't remember when was the last time, maybe almost 10 years. The shiratama was chewy and delicious. The orange dried fruits and red bean paste were elegant and tasty. To finish, I had the famous fried manju, and personally, it was a delicious treat that felt like it pierced through my brain. I thought about coming back multiple times just for this fried manju.

This place is in Awajicho. Right across from the famous anglerfish cuisine restaurant "Isegen", and nearby is also the famous "Botan" known for their chicken sukiyaki. This area is filled with old-fashioned buildings that miraculously escaped the ravages of war, such as "Yabu Soba" and "Matsuya". "Takemura" was established in 1930 and is housed in a traditional building. The interior has a lot of charm, but unfortunately, photography is not allowed. I ordered the Cream Shiratama Anmitsu (930 yen) which was delicious in a classic way. The agar jelly was firm, cut into small squares. There were four shiratama balls. The black syrup was a bit too sweet. The red bean paste also felt quite sweet. I then added an order of fried manju (2 pieces for 540 yen). It seems they fried them after I ordered, as they were served fresh! They look like red bean donuts, but they are quite different. Not greasy at all. The crispy texture is unique. The light brown color is elegant. The sweetness of the red bean paste is natural. Even in the hot summer, it goes well with tea. There's a reason why traditional Japanese sweet shops have been around for so long. It's delicious. Next to the cash register, there was Mizuyokan (1300 yen) which looked tempting, but I had to resist as I was on duty. Thank you for the wonderful time in this historic atmosphere. I might visit again. Thank you for the meal.

Ordered shaved ice. At the bottom of a small bowl was sweet red bean paste. On top, crunchy shaved ice. Three pieces of white dumplings hidden inside. The red bean paste is moist and blends well with the ice. The white dumplings have a nice chewy texture. Just as I finished eating, or maybe not quite yet, they brought a piping hot cup of thick tea, showing their thoughtfulness. It's scorching outside, but this cold shaved ice is just right to cool down the mouth. The restaurant is in a charming, traditional building, and the staff were calm and welcoming, without the usual arrogance often found in such places. Thank you for the wonderful meal. Shaved ice for ¥820, and 2 fried buns for ¥510 as a souvenir.

The atmosphere is very Japanese and wonderful. The agemanju is a classic choice. The apricot anmitsu has a nice tartness from the apricot. I think it's tastier than regular anmitsu. However, it may not be cold enough to enjoy in the summer after sweating to get into the shop. It might be the nature of anmitsu, but I want to try shaved ice next time. It says no photography inside the store, but taking photos of the dishes is allowed as stated on the menu.

Located about 222 meters (approximately 3 minutes on foot) from Awajicho Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, this is a traditional Japanese sweets shop. I found this place while searching on Tabelog for a dessert shop to visit in Awajicho. Next to it is the blowfish cuisine restaurant "Nakayoshi," and across the street is the anglerfish hot pot restaurant "Isegen." Although I used to commute to a workplace near Ochanomizu Station for about a year and a half, I never knew there were so many historic shops just one subway stop away like this. Intrigued by the charming exterior, I decided to step inside. Despite the "no photography" sign on the door, I entered alone on a weekday afternoon with that knowledge. There were table seats and raised tatami mat seating available, and I chose a table seat. Seeing that it was allowed to take photos of the ordered items, I happily snapped a quick picture when my dish arrived. Since it was a hot day, I was tempted by the shaved ice, but as the interior was quite cool due to the air conditioning, I opted for the "Apricot Anmitsu" (820 yen). I also ordered the "Fried Manju" (520 yen for 2 pieces) as a souvenir. I had seen a similar dish on a TV show from another shop and was curious about the traditional Tokyo-style sweetness, so I was delighted to taste it myself. The Apricot Anmitsu had about 4 large apricots on top, and two cute colored rice cakes. However, I found the rice cakes to be too sweet for my liking. The apricot, red bean paste, agar jelly, and syrup were all delicious. I was happy to visit this venerable traditional sweet shop with its splendid atmosphere. The "Fried Manju" I took home as a souvenir was also rich in flavor and quite tasty.