I saw on Twitter that this place was within my commuter pass area and I could go anytime, so I finally went after waiting for 2 months. The station, Numanofuto, is under construction so I had to walk a bit after exiting the ticket gate. However, it's still close to the station. The shop has a small space for lining up and eating, with no chairs or counter, and the trash bin is outside the shop. The soft serve ice cream was not too rich in flavor, so I could eat it all without getting tired of it. It's been a while since I had soft serve ice cream with a cone, which was more like gelato. It didn't require any lipstick, but my lips were stained after finishing it (only the bottom lip). They also had limited edition flavors like mango and chocolate, so I'd like to try other flavors next time.

I was intrigued by the vibrant appearance of this dessert that I had been eyeing for a while, so I decided to purchase it. Just as the name suggests, it was a bright red color that looked delicious! When I took a bite, it tasted normal. However, what caught my attention was the fact that after eating it, my child's lips and tongue turned bright red... Even more red than when eating a strawberry shaved ice! I was surprised that just one bite could leave such a strong color. My child wanted to eat more, but I stopped them after a few bites. Everyone who tried it ended up with a bright red tongue! I started to worry if it was coloring their insides... Am I being too paranoid? Regardless, the vibrant red color was lovely to look at! Strawberry Soft Serve Ice Cream - 580 yen (tax included)

I ordered a limited-time chocolate at the restaurant. It was soft serve with strawberries on top, but honestly, it was just okay. It was tasty, but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat it again. The regular strawberry soft serve seemed to be more popular with its bright red appearance.

Opened recently and already featured on TV, this shop has been a hot topic. Although it has "cafe club" in its name, it is more of a soft-serve ice cream stand than a cafe. Located near the station, locals might be surprised to find such a trendy shop in that area. Originally from Nagoya, the shop has moved to Numabukuro, and it seems like a mini-trend for popular shops from various places to relocate to Nakano Ward, like the recently reviewed "Isai Tokyo." The shop's signature menu item is a vibrant red strawberry soft-serve ice cream, which is not only visually appealing but also limited edition. The current limited edition flavor is "Chocolate Fondue Soft-Serve Ice Cream," which is exciting for chocolate lovers like myself. The shop only offers soft-serve ice cream, with no drinks or other options. The shop is open only during the day from Friday to Monday, closed on weekdays. I visited on a weekday, and it was surprisingly quiet, with no lines compared to the weekend scene. The staff, possibly a couple, took orders and payment (cash only) at the same time. I received my order promptly as there were no other customers at that time. It's the season for delicious ice cream, but also a race against time as it melts quickly. I struggled to take photos as my hands were shaking and ended up with blurry shots. The first bite of the strawberry soft-serve ice cream revealed a strong acidity from the strawberries, which balanced nicely with the sweetness of the ice cream. The soft-serve ice cream had a rich and creamy texture, with intricate patterns similar to Mont Blanc, adding to the overall experience. Although there is no seating available, I managed to enjoy my ice cream inside the shop, standing up. The shop also had a no eating or drinking policy while standing, which made me feel slightly awkward being the only customer eating while the two staff members watched. The cone was delicious, and I appreciated the attention to detail in how it was served. However, I thought it would be nice to have the option of a cup for those who prefer to take their ice cream to a cooler place to enjoy it slowly. The shop had Instagrammable walls and a platform for taking cute photos, but I personally value a calm eating environment over aesthetics. I realized that my preferences may have changed since I started reviewing on Tabelog, where I have become more conscious of the dining environment. The ice cream was delicious, but I finished it quickly and left the shop feeling a bit out of place. Despite that, if they release another intriguing limited edition flavor, I may visit again without hesitation!

I had soft serve ice cream at cafe club CAROL TOKYO! I had been wanting to visit for a while after seeing reviews from people I follow, and I finally got the chance to go! There are only two menu options: ・Strawberry soft serve ice cream for 580 yen. It was delicious with a sweet and sour flavor spreading in my mouth just as the shop described! Next time, I want to try the strawberry shortcake soft serve. If you're interested, definitely give it a try!

On the first day of Golden Week, which is our wedding anniversary, we went out for a walk to buy a cake. On the way, we visited a trendy soft serve ice cream shop that seems to be popular on social media. The shop is located where a massage parlor called Momiji used to be. It's a small shop, so my husband and our baby in the stroller waited outside while I went in. (There is no seating inside, only takeout.) We purchased... - Strawberry Shortcake 580 yen Even though it's called shortcake, it's actually soft serve ice cream. The menu currently only has this limited-time item and Red Strawberry Soft Cream. The rich soft serve ice cream, with a custard-like texture, topped with fresh strawberries. Even though I can't eat soft serve ice cream, our baby Chee, who loves strawberries, ended up eating the whole thing before I could have a bite. Worried about her choking, I tried to take some back, but she quickly gobbled it up. Calming her down and heading to Arakawa Yakushi Park. Thank you for the meal!

It's been a long time since I last rode the Seibu Shinjuku Line and went to Numabukuro Station. Just a 1-minute walk from the west and north exits, "cafe club CAROL TOKYO," which is said to have had a line of 200 people in Nagoya, opened on April 28, 2023. I visited the store for the first time on a holiday at 2:00 PM. When I arrived at the store, about 10 people were eating soft serve ice cream outside the store. Inside the store, there was one customer already there and 5 customers behind me. It felt like customers were coming in whenever a local train stopped. The store sells two types of products: 1) bright red strawberry soft serve ice cream and 2) strawberry shortcake soft serve, both priced at 580 yen each. I ordered the bright red strawberry soft serve ice cream that I saw on Instagram for 580 yen. There is no space to eat inside the store, but there are small tables where you can take photos. If you ask, they will lend you a soft serve stand for taking pictures. I took a photo right away and then ate the bright red strawberry soft serve ice cream. The strawberry-flavored soft serve made with fresh strawberries spread a sweet and sour flavor throughout my mouth. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I don't like sweet things, but when I tried it, it was delicious. The strawberry itself was also tasty. It's a bit pricey though. Oh well, what can you do. The napkin that came with it was cute, red-colored.