I went to Daimaru Umeda to buy souvenirs for my relatives. I purchased items from several stores and also bought an assortment set of cut Baumkuchen from Madame Shinco, which I haven't visited in a long time. The number of stores has decreased compared to before, but I think the souvenirs have a Osaka-like charm, including the packaging. I haven't tried it myself, so I won't give a rating.

I stopped by Daimaru because I wanted to buy something, and I was planning to purchase the Crust Baum from Madame Shinco, which is a sliced Baumkuchen. It can last for a few days, so I will enjoy it after July starts. It is sweet, reasonably priced, and delicious.

Madame Cinco, with its main store in Minoh City, Osaka Prefecture, is a shop known for its cream brulee-flavored Baumkuchen. They also have a branch in Umeda Hankyu Department Store. The shop gained popularity in the Kansai region about 15 years ago. As you can see, the shop's bold leopard print design, the eccentric Madame Cinco herself, and the innovative Baumkuchen set it apart. By the way, the owner, Shinko, had a unique background as a hostess in Kita-Shinchi and Ginza's number clubs. When I visited the shop after a long time, I noticed that the number of customers has decreased. It's a bit sad for me, who knows the golden age of Madame Cinco. I talked to a young shop assistant, but it seems they are not familiar with the past fever, which was a bit shocking! I couldn't help but talk to the young staff about the greatness of the past fever of Madame Cinco. I want everyone to know the goodness of Madame Cinco. Feeling nostalgic, I decided to buy something after a long time. The Baumkuchen costs around 2,000 yen and needs to be refrigerated. The unique pink and leopard print packaging is distinctive. The surface of the Baumkuchen is generously drizzled with maple syrup, giving it a slightly hardened creme brulee-like texture. This provides a crispy texture and a gentle sweetness. This is the real deal. The plain Baumkuchen is decent on its own. Since it's chilled, the flavor of the Baumkuchen itself may not fully expand, but the impression is that it's focused entirely on the creme brulee flavor. It's quite delicious. It's different from the standard Baumkuchen. Please understand that it has a unique and edgy character, different from other companies. With its punchy packaging and distinctively flavored confectionery, it's a recommended Osaka souvenir.

I have tried a donut-shaped dessert before, but this time I tried a stick brulee, which was about 20 centimeters long and cost 1500 yen. It came in a shocking pink box with a leopard print. I bought it frozen and when I got home, it had melted, so I ate it as it was. It had a crunchy texture like caramelized sugar. It was delicious on its own, but also tasted great with maple syrup. Even though the brulee was already sweet, adding more sweetness didn't make it too sweet. I also tried microwaving it for a bit, and it was warm and comforting. I kept eating and enjoying the changing flavors. I think I prefer this over the donut-shaped dessert.

In the Kansai region, there is a popular dessert shop. On this day, I visited the store located in Umeda Daimaru. The shop is located in a corner of the sweets section on the basement floor. The first thing that catches your eye when you enter the store is the shocking pink and leopard print design. This immediately gives you a sense of the Kansai atmosphere. I purchased the Madame Brulee on this day. It is an arrangement of Baumkuchen in a creme brulee style. I enjoyed it at home. The caramel coating on the surface of the Baumkuchen has a crispy texture, just like creme brulee. The Baumkuchen itself is quite rich and extremely sweet. This is probably matched to the caramel on the surface. They go well together. I think it would be nice to have it with tea or something when you eat it.

I went to Daimaru department store for the first time in a long time. I happened to see Madame Cinco's creme brulee there. The staff mentioned that the husband of the female president (vice president) was there. It was someone I saw at the Minoh main store, so it felt nostalgic. They said there are only stores at Minoh main store and Daimaru department store. I hate to say it, but I wonder if they've fallen on hard times? Anyway, I bought a stick of creme brulee. My wife, Madame Cinco, doesn't eat it, so if I bought a whole one, it would go to waste. I cut it into 7 pieces and drizzled the honey on top. It felt like I was eating pure sugar because it was so sweet. The baumkuchen was delicious, but the creme brulee was too sweet! I ate it with coffee, and the bitterness of the coffee balanced out the sweetness perfectly. It was delicious!

Mini Mini Brulee from Madame Cinco (tax included 540 yen) - First, refrigerate it. The brulee on top is crunchy and sweet, and the baumkuchen is fluffy and delicious! Next, warm it up. The baumkuchen part becomes super fluffy. The brulee remains crunchy and blends with the baumkuchen. Finally, freeze it. The baumkuchen solidifies. It becomes like ice cream, allowing you to fully taste the flavors, which is also delicious.

Madame Cinco's Madame Brulee♡ A delightful sweet treat to receive as a gift♪ A Baumkuchen cake soaked in maple syrup and coated generously with French cassonade (brown sugar) on the surface, caramelized all at once. This is a popular and unique signature item from Madame Cinco that you won't find anywhere else!

Madame Cinco Umeda Daimaru store. When it comes to Osaka souvenirs, the specialty of Madame Cinco is well-known. ・Sunflower Brûlée (1,512 yen) Madame Brûlée is a specialty, but it's too much for one person to finish, so I bought the small size here. It's a Baumkuchen coated with caramel, with a crunchy texture! Sweet and delicious! It's perfect as a snack with alcohol even though it's sweet. I finished it in no time. Oh no! It's a calorie monster! Truly a great souvenir.

I visited Madame Chinko at Daimaru department store first thing in the morning. They had Baumkuchen cake end pieces available. The pieces are easy to eat as they are not coated with brulee. I bought 3 bags to give to my friends, colleagues, and my daughter who is going on a trip next week. The expiration date is until July 7th, and it is mentioned that it is not suitable for infants under 1 year old as it contains honey. Since there are no infants in my circle, I will enjoy them deliciously.

I had Madam Shinko's Baumkuchen for the first time in a while. The flashy packaging was (of course) still going strong! This time, I tried the salted caramel Baum and the matcha Baum. Inside the box of Baumkuchen, there was a message from Madam Shinko. A message showing concern for the coronavirus. It was printed, but it made me happy. And the letters were pink!! The salted caramel Baum was very sweet, with a generous amount of sweet salted caramel sauce on top. The layers of the Baumkuchen were not very visible in the cut section, as it was moist. It was so sweet that once I started eating, I couldn't stop. The matcha Baum, on the other hand, was a Baumkuchen with a hint of bitterness from the matcha. It had a light sweetness and a very delicate deliciousness. Ahh. I thoroughly enjoyed Madam Shinko's Baumkuchen! It was delicious.

On a regular day around 11:00, I was walking through the underground area of Umeda Daimaru and came across a sign that said 550 yen for Madame Shinco. It seemed cheap compared to other items that were over 1500 yen. Upon closer inspection, it was for "cut ends." I remembered how delicious the Madame Brulee I had before was. The taste should be the same, right? So I decided to buy it. The cut end Baumkuchen cost around 550 yen. Hmm, it doesn't seem as moist as before. Maybe the Madame Brulee was more moist because of the sauce on top of the Baumkuchen. I realized that Madame Brulee was definitely tastier than regular Baumkuchen. That was my tea time experience today. Thank you for the meal.

Patisserie Madame Chincoco Umeda Daimaru Store is located in Umeda Daimaru, a 3-5 minute walk from Osaka Umeda Station. It is a popular baumkuchen specialty shop with branches in various department stores. They offer take-out only, making it a great choice for enjoying sweets at home or buying souvenirs. I purchased their popular Creme Brulee Baumkuchen this time. The crispy caramel crust combined with the moist texture and rich sweetness of the baumkuchen was of high quality and definitely lived up to its popularity. If you're looking for delicious take-out sweets around Umeda, be sure to visit. Thank you for the meal!

Since opening "Madame Cinco" in Minoh City, Osaka Prefecture in November 2006, the owner, Ms. Nobuko Kawamura, who is a former Ginza mama, has expanded to several stores including Daimaru Umeda. She is a big fan of leopard print, which is reflected in the flashy black, pink, and leopard print designs on the packaging of the Western sweets. I visited the "Gochisou Paradise" located on the basement floor of Daimaru Umeda. When asked about popular items, they mentioned the "Madame Brulee" Baum Brulee from Madame Cinco. It has a moist and fluffy texture with a crispy surface, which has gained many fans. The cakes are all too cute! Personally, I was intrigued by the moist and heavy end of the Baumkuchen. There is also a Petit Assortment (572 yen tax included) with three cut Baumkuchen flavors: matcha, normal, and chocolate. The packaging is also cute with a flashy pink and leopard print design featuring the word "Osaka". Opening the box, there is leopard print on the inside too! They even included two ice packs from Madame Cinco, which are also cute in pink. The Madame Brulee Baumkuchen is soaked in maple syrup, making it very moist. The caramelized surface adds a crispy texture with a slightly bitter taste. The combination of sweetness and bitterness, along with the crispy and fluffy textures, is amazing! When warmed in the microwave for about 20 seconds, it becomes fluffy and offers a different taste experience. The assortment of Baumkuchen has a fine and moist texture with thin layers. The bite-sized portions are convenient to enjoy.

I visited shortly after Daimaru opened and was able to purchase some fresh baumkuchen. There were a lot available today. They were quite heavy, so I think two is the limit to carry back to Nagoya. They don't have brulee topping, but they are delicious baumkuchen.

In December 2019, on my way home from work, I bought a Christmas cake at Umeda Daimaru. Every store was crowded, but Madame Cinco had a short line, so I decided to buy a Baum cake here for the first time in a while. Madame Cinco is known for "Madame Brulee," but I was in the mood for chestnuts, so I chose the "Chestnut Baum" this time. The Chestnut Baum costs 1,800 yen (excluding tax) and is a popular autumn limited edition item. It is a Baum cake with a luxurious autumn feel, adorned with chunky chestnuts. I brought it home and enjoyed it. The Baum cake itself wasn't too moist, but having five chestnuts on top was a nice touch. The chestnut flavor was rich and delicious. However, I still prefer Madame Brulee. Thank you for the meal!

Madame Cinco's Crust Baum. It's a simple cut-end baumkuchen without brulee. It's a great value, with just the right amount of sweetness, perfect for a tea time treat. Cut it into small pieces and serve it during coffee time to make everyone happy. You can get it by entering the department store at opening time. The depachika (department store basement) below the hotel you're staying at is convenient.

You can purchase famous Baumkuchen outlet products at a very reasonable price. They are end pieces, but there is no problem eating them at home. When you have a bite, you can feel the moistness and elegant sweetness spreading in your mouth. Hmm, it's so good♪ It's such a great deal that I should have bought more. Alright, next time I'll buy a lot more ===========

Last night, I had some errands in Umeda, so I stopped by this shop on the way back to buy souvenirs! I purchased the most popular Madame Brulee stick type. Unlike the roll type, the syrup is added afterwards. As for the taste, the dough was moist and the crispy, fragrant taste of the Brulee on top combined beautifully, making it very delicious and satisfying! The price was reasonable, and the customer service was polite and explained the products well. I would love to visit again if I have the chance! Thank you for the meal!

I had always wanted to try this dessert that I had never eaten before. I received it as a souvenir and was so happy! The bag was very flashy, bright pink, with a strong Osaka vibe. The box had a leopard print with a cat print on it... it felt a bit cheap, but the limited edition Baumkuchen with marshmallow sauce was delicious. When warmed in the microwave, the marshmallow sauce melted and enhanced the sweetness. I also liked to lightly toast it in the toaster to make the edges crispy. I would love to try it again if I have the chance. Thank you for the meal!