Second visit. Last time I had awa zenzai. This time I came to try the cream anmitsu. It was around 15:30 on a Monday holiday. I had just eaten a pork cutlet set meal at "Isei". It was getting towards evening but there were still 3 groups waiting outside. I entered after about 15 minutes. I was seated on the first floor. I ordered the cream anmitsu and waited while drinking hot green tea. It arrived in about 10 minutes. The cream anmitsu costs 740 yen. Soft serve ice cream with sweet red bean paste, beans, mochi, agar jelly, and black syrup at the bottom. It's definitely delicious! The soft serve ice cream alone is rich and flavorful. The red bean paste is smooth and not too sweet. The beans underneath add a nice texture. Eating the soft serve ice cream and red bean paste with agar jelly is surprisingly good. The black syrup at the bottom complements the soft serve ice cream and red bean paste unexpectedly well. It's the best Japanese dessert I've ever had! I didn't notice it before, which is strange. I kept eating and finished without getting tired of it. The generous portion for 740 yen is a great deal! I left the restaurant feeling happy. Personally, it was even more impressive than the awa zenzai I had last time. They also have cream zenzai, so I still have to try various other items. I definitely plan to visit again. Thank you for the meal.

Last time, I visited Matsuya, but this time I went to the main store of Mihashi-san. I was looking forward to trying the new autumn dessert, but it seems it will be available in mid-September, so I will have to wait a bit longer. However, the cream anmitsu that I always enjoy was delicious as usual, so I ended up being very satisfied.

I visited around 3 o'clock on the weekend. It was a very hot day and there were about 10 people waiting in line. It's always popular, isn't it? I ordered the cream anmitsu with shiratama for the first time. It was chewy and had a nostalgic taste with the aroma of mochi rice lingering. The complimentary green tea was warm, which was gentle on my cold stomach from the air conditioning. Thank you very much.

My wife and I visited Ueno during the long weekend in the evening. It's funny how back in 2010 we used to visit with a stroller, but now our kids are at an age where they don't come with us on holidays anymore haha. The price of the white ball cream anmitsu has increased by 50 yen since a year and a half ago, now costing 870 yen. Hmm... that's about a 250 yen increase from 22 years ago. Maybe my comparison is a bit outdated haha. It's still delicious as always, but I keenly felt the price increase. However, the place is still crowded and popular, which is great. The taste is unquestionably good.

I had the Uji Kinji shaved ice cream this time! It was around 2 PM on Saturday, and I think I waited for about 20 minutes with about 7 people in line on the first floor. There was a line of over 10 people forming as I left. It seemed like it might be the last chance to have shaved ice this summer, so I prepared myself and placed my order. I don't like chunky red bean paste, so I asked for smooth red bean paste instead. The combination of cream, smooth red bean paste, and ice was excellent. There was a good amount of smooth red bean paste, not just a little bit. I was able to finish it while enjoying a warm tea. I'm looking forward to trying the combination of ice and cream again next year! (⁠•⁠‿⁠•⁠)

I was able to smoothly get a table even on a Sunday morning. There were quite a few options available, and the toppings were nice to have. The portion size was generous, so I felt satisfied. It was delicious. It was also kind of them to keep refilling my hot tea multiple times.

This time, I had my usual cream shiratama zenzai at the main store. Since I don't like agar and beans, this menu is perfect for me. Mixing red bean paste and soft serve ice cream together was smooth and delicious, and I enjoyed it while feeling cold. I think the quality of the zenzai and shiratama at Ueno Matsuya's eat-in area is similar, but I wondered if the shiratama would be softer if it was freshly made. I developed a desire to eat soft shiratama that stretches smoothly when bitten in half.

This is the main store. There are seating areas on the second floor. Even if there is a line, the turnover is fast. Shaved ice can be cold on the throat, but I managed to finish it by drinking hot tea. Be sure to eat the red beans inside, as the taste may be lacking without them. Please note that the payment for dining in and takeout are separate, so you will need to line up again. Sometimes you just crave the traditional sweets from this long-standing establishment.

I went around 7:30 pm on a regular day. I was seated right away. The food came out quickly after ordering, which was nice. The portion size was generous compared to other restaurants. The kiwi fruit in today's fruit anmitsu was sweet. Even though the fruit had a bit of acidity, it tasted delicious when eaten with the sweet bean paste. I added some white rice cakes as a topping.

After visiting Ueno Zoo, we stopped by Minowa for dessert at Minamoto Kitchoan. I ordered the Cream Anmitsu, my wife got the Fruit Cream Anmitsu, my eldest daughter chose O-zoni (a traditional New Year's soup with mochi), and my youngest daughter had the Strawberry Ice Cream with Soft Serve. Each of them was delicious, especially the red bean paste in the anmitsu. We also got some takeout items like tokoroten, kuzumochi, and apricot anmitsu.

The hot days are still continuing. Taking a break while walking in Ueno at a shop where several groups are waiting outside. After about 10 minutes, I entered the shop. Of course, it had to be the "Shiratama Anmitsu." I prefer chunky red bean paste, so I asked for that. The neatly lined up shiratama balls. There's also plenty of agar jelly in it. I take a bit of the chunky red bean paste along with the shiratama and agar jelly and eat it. Mmm... delicious! It's just the right amount of sweetness, and I keep eating at a good pace. I finish it without getting tired. This is the perfect treat when you're exhausted. There are many other attractive menu items that I want to try as well. Thank you for the meal. I'll definitely visit again.

When it comes to Ueno, you have to visit Mihashi! It was a very hot day, so I stopped by after viewing an exhibition at the National Museum. It was too hot, so I ordered some chilled agar agar. It was delicious with the sour sauce. I'm not a fan of red bean paste, so I ordered sweet beans instead. The rice cakes and sweet bean paste were chewy and tasty.

Today I went to see the Matisse exhibition at the Ueno art museum. It was scorching hot! Just walking made me sweat like a waterfall. If you come to Ueno in the summer, you must visit this place. "Mihashi" is the name of the shop. I visited around noon. I was seated on the second floor. There were about 5 groups of customers before me. I was seated at a table right away. The atmosphere inside the shop was calming. I wanted to relax and cool down. I ordered the Uji Kinmochi shaved ice with ice cream. The delicate shaved ice was generously covered with matcha, and sweet red bean paste was at the bottom. The combination was irresistibly delicious! It helped me forget about the heat and cool down. This shop is the best in the summer!

◇ Visit Date: Saturday in August around 10:30 AM ◇ Crowd Level: Not crowded ◇ Ordering Method, Speed of Service: Oral, about 5 minutes ◇ Taste: "Shiratama Cream Anmitsu" - a combination of red bean paste, agar jelly, red kidney beans, mandarin oranges, mochi balls, and soft serve ice cream. It met expectations and was a delicious and comforting anmitsu. ◇ Price: Reasonable ◇ Customer Service: Average ◇ Payment Method: Electronic Money

I visited the Atre store inside Ueno Station, but there was a long line, so I walked about 5 minutes in the heat to the main store near Ameyoko. There was still a wait of about 3 people inside the store, but after waiting for about 10 minutes, we were seated on the second floor. I was planning to have shaved ice, but since we were already cool inside, I ordered the classic anmitsu and shiratama. The taste was the same as when I usually get it for takeout, but it was even better eating it inside the store.

When it comes to Anmitsu in Ueno, it's all about Mihashi! There used to be three bridges over the river flowing from Shinobazu Pond. The Fruit Anmitsu is loaded with fruit on top of agar jelly, a sticky sweet red bean paste with a hint of beans. It's drizzled with white syrup for extra sweetness. The kuzu mochi is chewy and soft! Even on hot days, the traditional sweetness paired with warm tea makes you want to have multiple refills.

Mihashi is a well-known traditional sweets shop established in 1948, with their specialty being anmitsu. They have 9 stores mainly in Tokyo. The name of the store, Mihashi-cho, is derived from the three bridges over the Shinobukawa in Omotesando. I visited their booth at Lumine Ogikubo, where my wife bought anmitsu as a souvenir. There was a long line when we first saw it, but luckily it was less crowded when we returned. However, the kuzumochi was already sold out, which seemed to be very popular. We bought two servings of anmitsu for 480 yen each and also a cooling bag for 300 yen just in case. The anmitsu came in a cup with two layers, with a separate container for the syrup. The top layer had smooth red bean paste, two pieces of mandarin orange, and two pieces of mochi. The bottom layer had agar jelly and red kidney beans. After draining the water from the bottom layer, we added the contents of the top layer, poured the syrup, and it was ready to eat. The red bean paste is made only from red beans from the Tokachi region in Hokkaido, cooked until just before it thickens. This results in a smooth and delicate sweetness. Towards the end, we mixed the bean paste with the syrup, which was also delicious. The syrup is a blend of black and white syrup, with a moderate sweetness that has been the same since the establishment of the shop. The black sugar, with distinctive flavors from different regions, is from Hateruma Island in Okinawa, which is said to be ideal for anmitsu. The agar jelly is firm, and the mochi is soft, creating a nice contrast in textures. The mandarin orange, using a sour canned variety that has become rare, adds a unique flavor. The red kidney beans have a crunchy texture typical of anmitsu, which I'm not a big fan of. I have fond memories of eating anmitsu at my grandparents' house as a child, and this experience brought back those nostalgic and delicious feelings.

I visited around 11 o'clock and had to wait a little! It seems to be quite busy since opening! I stayed for about an hour and when I left, there were quite a few people waiting. This time, I had the set meal and white rice dumpling dessert, both of which were delicious! I would like to visit again and try different menu items!

I visited "Mihashi" the day after watching the anmitsu feature on "Matsuko no Shiranai Sekai"! The anmitsu here is not made with coarse red bean paste, but with a very smooth paste, and it was absolutely delicious! Additionally, the pure white mochi recommended by the anmitsu expert, Hashimoto-san, was also very flavorful, like a high-quality rice cake. It was a truly exquisite item that allowed me to experience the excellence of this long-established shop!

My husband bought this take-out dessert (Anmitsu with Shiratama and apricot) when he went to Ueno for errands. We shared it among three people. The agar jelly has a nostalgic flavor to it. It has a delicate texture that crumbles finely in the mouth. The red bean paste is very smooth and melts in the mouth. It complements the agar jelly without overpowering it, and is very delicious. The mandarin oranges are tangy and fresh, having been soaked in syrup. The mochi is soft and not too chewy, which is nice. The sweet beans are small and slightly salty, which goes well with the red bean paste. The black syrup is light and smooth, with a gentle flavor. The white balls of mochi are chewy, and the apricot adds a crunchy texture. You can add an optional topping of regular red bean paste for an extra cost. Overall, the flavors are gentle and well-balanced, with a rustic and elegant touch. It was a comforting taste experience. I would like to try it at the shop next time I visit Ueno. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I have visited this place several times, but there were several groups waiting outside the store, so I had to give up. Today, there was only one group waiting inside the store, so I was lucky to get in. I ordered the Cream Shirokiri Anmitsu. The ice cream was rich but not too sweet. The shiratama was smooth and chewy, a good size, and the popular store's anko did not disappoint. It went well with everything and I didn't get tired of it until the end. The mochi was different from the shiratama, chewy and satisfying, and the orange was a perfect touch and accent. The agar and beans were also exquisite! The black honey and melted ice cream, anko and agar. It was amazing. I'm not a fan of sweets, but I can't get enough of this Cream Shirokiri Anmitsu. The uniforms of the staff also have a slightly retro feel, which makes me feel nostalgic as someone born in the Showa era. It's tough to wait outside in the middle of summer or winter, so I go to the Atre store, but I'm still weak to the word "Main Store" as a Showa-era person, haha.