This is a mochi shop located next to the east gate of Toji Temple. Their Kyoto-style yomogi daifuku is filled with whole red bean paste, highlighting the flavor of the mochi. The red bean paste is light and the mochi will harden if not eaten the same day. You can also toast it in a toaster oven to enjoy it as a baked mochi. The Toji mochi has a fluffy and soft outer layer with a smooth red bean paste inside, offering a refined sweetness. They also pay attention to the quality of the ingredients used.

I visited "Gosashiji Toji Mochi," a shop located in Minami Ward, Kyoto City. It is about an 8-minute walk from the Kintetsu Kyoto Line "Toji Station," with Toji Temple nearby. Established in 1912, this shop is known for its traditional Japanese sweets. On the day of my visit, they had more varieties of rice cakes than nerikiri. The items I purchased are as follows: - Toji Mochi: A specialty of the shop, this simple-looking rice cake with sweet bean paste filling was surprisingly soft to the touch and in the mouth. The generous amount of sweet bean paste and moderate sweetness level were delightful. - Sanshoku Tangou: A type of rice cake with three different colors. - Doumyouji: A type of rice cake made from glutinous rice. - Kuzumanju: A kudzu root bun with sweet bean paste filling. The smooth texture of the kudzu and the sweetness of the bean paste complemented each other well. I thought it might taste even better if chilled in the refrigerator before eating. Thank you for the delicious treats.

This is a traditional Japanese sweets shop located in front of the bus stop on the north side of Toji Temple's east gate. They have a variety of seasonal Japanese sweets displayed in the showcase. After ordering, the sweets are served in a separate box. On this day, I tried the kashiwamochi (sweet bean paste & miso paste) dorayaki. The miso paste was a unique and nostalgic flavor, which was really good.

When you visit Toji Temple, be sure to try the wagashi shop. I had to eat it on the spot because it was takeout only. The shop is right in front of the bus stop, so you can enjoy it while waiting for the bus. The freshly made yomogi mochi is recommended. The outside is crispy with grill marks, and the inside is packed with sweet red bean paste. It's quite filling, so one piece is satisfying. Eating the delicious yomogi mochi while waiting for the bus, this is what sightseeing is all about. Thank you for the meal.

First Visit 202302 (No.4250) 1. Purpose of Visit - Visited this shop within walking distance from the hotel for an early morning walk. 2. Shop Information - Genre on Tabelog: Japanese sweets - Established in 1912 (the first year of Taisho era) - Renowned for the popular "Toji Mochi" among the various Kyoto gatefront sweets - Business hours: 07:00-19:00 - Regular holidays: 6th, 16th, and 26th of every month (open on Sundays and holidays) - Takeout-only shop 3. Crowdedness on the day and atmosphere of the shop - Visited around 08:20 on a weekday, with 1 customer ahead and no customers behind - Atmosphere of a traditional Japanese sweets shop in the town 4. Customer service - Service as per the manual 5. Ordered Items - Toji Mochi: 150 yen Had it as a breakfast substitute back at the hotel. The sweet bean paste wrapped in a soft mochi with a moderate sweetness was very delicious and had a pleasant mouthfeel. It is mentioned that they add meringue, which makes it have a good throat feel and remains soft for two days. Thank you for the meal.

This time, my trip to Kyoto was not for sightseeing, but on the morning of returning home, before checking out of the hotel, I took a walk to Toji Temple. I was surprised to find a shop here that opens from 7 am, located on the north side of the temple. They are probably used for various events since they are the official supplier for Toji Temple. We bought Toji mochi and Inoko mochi after visiting the temple. The Toji mochi, priced at 150 yen each, is wrapped in your preferred quantity and has a very soft white skin with smooth sweet bean paste inside, very delicious. The Inoko mochi has a refreshing and fragrant taste with a mixture of cinnamon and sesame in the skin, paired perfectly with the sweet bean paste inside. Both mochi are delicate and soft, evoking a sense of tradition. A must-visit shop when visiting Toji Temple.

It was located next to Toji Temple. The owner asked us where we were headed next at the bus stop and provided directions. We tried the Toji mochi and yomogi daifuku. The Toji mochi, in particular, had a generous amount of filling, was moist, and had a gentle sweetness that was very delicious.

A long-established Japanese confectionery shop located right next to Toji Temple. Opens from 7am. Visited for the first time on a holiday morning. - Toji Mochi (150 yen): Smooth mochi with sweet red bean paste inside. Elegant sweetness and delicious. - Sanseidango (150 yen): Three-colored dango wrapped in film to prevent drying. Soft and rich in aroma. Very delicious.

This is a traditional Japanese confectionery shop located very close to Toji Temple. Their signature wagashi is the Toji Mochi (150 yen). I purchased Toji Mochi, Kusamochi, and Rokuhouyaki, and they were all incredibly delicious. It has been a while since I had such delicious mochi. The fluffy mochi with the elegant sweetness of the red bean paste is indescribable. If only there were more shops like this nearby...

I came all the way to Toji Temple, so I decided to try the Toji Temple mochi. It's located right near the temple. The mugwort daifuku looked delicious, so I bought that too. The store had a nice, cool atmosphere. I took it to go and ate it right away, and the mochi was soft and delicious. There were other options as well, so I would like to try them again. Thank you for the meal.

Next to Toji Temple, there is a mochi shop that has a warm and inviting noren hanging in front. I stopped by during my morning walk to try their specialty mochi with cream filling. The East Temple mochi with a fluffy chestnut cream filling was delicious, and the Dojoji mochi with a strong cinnamon flavor was also a hit. If you happen to be in the area, be sure to check it out!

A long-established Japanese confectionery shop near Toji Temple. I visited because I wanted to try some traditional Japanese sweets while in Kyoto. I was intrigued by an interview with the shop owner that I happened to see. Toji Mochi (sweet bean paste) for 150 yen - Thin mochi with plenty of sweet bean paste. The refreshing texture of the delicious sweet bean paste is more noticeable than its sweetness. I was surprised that the mochi remained soft the next day. Minazuki for 150 yen - They open early in the morning, so it might be a good idea to buy some as a souvenir on the day you leave and take it on the Shinkansen.

I visited the twenty-third temple, Toji, on my second visit to the 33 Kannon pilgrimage in Luoyang. Toji Mochi, a traditional Japanese confectionery shop established in 1912, is located right next to Toji. Their specialty, Toji Mochi, is a popular sweet that is favored by Toji. The shop has a nostalgic atmosphere typical of old-fashioned local confectionery shops. In their showcase, you can find Toji Mochi and Inoko Mochi, among other treats. The signature Toji Mochi (150 yen) has a smooth red bean paste filling. The mochi itself is fluffy and soft, melting in your mouth, providing a unique texture. The smooth and elegant red bean paste is truly exquisite. The Uguisu Mochi (150 yen) has a coarse red bean paste filling, offering a different flavor experience from the Toji Mochi, but equally delicious.

Next to the Keigamon gate of Toji Temple, there is a traditional Japanese sweets shop called Toji Mochi. They offer a variety of popular sweets such as Toji Mochi, Inoshishi (boar-shaped) Mochi, Uguisu (nightingale) Mochi, Sakura Mochi, Fuku Mame Daifuku, and Hanami Dango. Whenever I visit Toji Temple, I always make sure to get one of their sweets to take out. This time, I tried their signature Toji Mochi, and I could really feel the history in the soft mochi and sweet red bean paste.

Yomogi daifuku is not a term you hear every day. After visiting Toji Temple, while waiting for the bus, I noticed an intriguing shop. I couldn't resist and bought two. It was a great decision! I enjoyed them on the Shinkansen. The scent of yomogi, the chewy mochi, and the red bean paste inside - it was a perfectly balanced and impressive daifuku. It was so good that I questioned if it was okay to enjoy such high-quality yomogi mochi. I highly recommend it to those who love yomogi.

It's located near a big street, so it's easy to find by car. The aroma of mugwort and the chewiness of the rice cake are amazing. According to the instructions, it's recommended to toast it the next day for a delicious taste. I also recommend trying the bracken rice cake for 450 yen. I enjoyed it very much. If there was a restaurant like this near my house, I would go there twice a week.

Today, I stopped by a traditional Japanese confectionery store near the entrance of Toji Temple in Minami Ward, Kyoto City. ■ Gokashiji Toji Mochi This store, established in 1912, is known as the official confectionery supplier of Toji Temple with a history of over 100 years. Various traditional Japanese sweets were displayed at the storefront. There was usually a line, and even today during the state of emergency, there was a small queue. However, the turnover of customers was quick, so I didn't have to wait long to make a purchase. I bought three different traditional Japanese sweets: ● Minadzuki This sweet is traditionally eaten on June 30th in Kyoto to pray for good health for the remaining half of the year. It consists of a triangle-shaped sweet white rice cake topped with sweet red beans. The texture of the rice cake is chewy, and the generous amount of red beans adds a nice touch without being too sweet. ● Toji Mochi This is the signature sweet of the store. It is a soft and chewy rice cake wrapped in a smooth white bean paste. Inside, there is a smooth sweet red bean paste filling, offering a satisfying sweetness. ● Inoko Mochi This sweet is shaped like a baby boar. It has a gentle cinnamon aroma and features a fluffy white bean paste. The texture of the large red bean pieces inside adds a nice contrast to the softness of the sweet. I enjoyed these traditional Japanese sweets from Toji Mochi once again today. With a variety of famous sweets like Yomogi Daifuku and Mitarashi Dango, Toji Mochi offers a delightful experience for any sweet lover.

Located within walking distance from Kyoto Station, Toji Temple is a favorite temple of mine with its impressive three-dimensional mandala in the lecture hall and the iconic five-story pagoda. Right next to Toji Temple is a shop established in the first year of the Taisho era. It is a small shop along Omiya Street, very close to Toji Temple. The shop is popular, especially when tour groups visit, but this time it was not crowded so I was able to stop by after a long time. They offer specialty Toji mochi, as well as popular items like Inoko mochi and yomogi mochi. They also had seasonal items like uguisu mochi and hanami mochi available. It's great that you can buy just one piece of each. I love Kyoto's wagashi because you can feel the changing seasons through them. Personally, I prefer tsubu-an over koshi-an, so I was happy to see many tsubu-an options available. The Toji mochi has a refined koshi-an filling. I tried uguisu mochi for the first time this time, and it had a tsubu-an filling. It doesn't last long, but the taste is very gentle and the texture is fluffy. It goes really well with green tea. I heard that the yomogi mochi is also delicious. The fact that it is "tsubu-an" and "Kyoto-style" caught my attention. Yomogi mochi has regional variations, like being grilled on both sides around Hase-dera Temple in Nara. Next time, I will try the yomogi mochi. When I visited Toji Temple in early March, the cherry blossoms were already blooming. The famous weeping cherry tree had not bloomed yet, but the combination of plum and cherry blossoms was beautiful. I will definitely stop by this shop again when I visit Toji Temple. Thank you for the delicious treats.

Today, on my way back from going out, I stopped by a traditional Japanese sweets shop located in front of the gate of Toji Temple in Minami Ward, Kyoto City. ■ Gashi-do Toji Mochi This is a long-established Japanese sweets shop that has been in business for over 100 years. Although I often see a line in front of the shop, there were no people waiting today due to the current state of emergency. I decided to stop by. The shop front was neatly lined with Japanese sweets. I bought three different kinds of Japanese sweets to take home. ● Hanami Dango These three-colored dango balls were not only beautiful to look at but also had a chewy texture. ● Yomogi Daifuku This is a flagship product that has won an honorary award at the National Confectionery Exhibition. The yomogi mochi had a very elastic texture. I enjoyed the lovely flavor of yomogi along with the sweet red bean paste. ● Mikasa This is the traditional Japanese sweet known as "dorayaki". It had a fluffy skin filled with plenty of sweet bean paste. It's a classic Japanese sweet that I enjoyed savoring.

I visited Toji Temple early in the New Year and stopped by a bus stop nearby. While waiting for the bus, I noticed a shop selling Toji Temple mochi and decided to try it. The mochi had a simple appearance and was smooth. I waited in line with a few people and bought one. There were also other products available besides this one. I tried it while waiting for the bus and my honest impression was "ordinary". The mochi was moist and filled with smooth sweet bean paste. It had a chewy texture and a lingering aftertaste, overall it was delicious but it felt somewhat average to be associated with Toji Temple. If you happen to visit Toji Temple, it might be worth giving it a try.