I saw "Shinopan," a steamed bread shop using natural yeast, in some media and was intrigued by its cute exterior. The shop was relocated from Hokkaido and uses Hokkaido wheat, natural yeast, and no eggs, oil, or dairy products in their steamed bread, showing their dedication. Their most popular item is the "Kinpiragobou," a chewy steamed bread that pairs well with alcohol. I purchased various flavors such as cheese meat sauce, orange peel cream cheese, chocolate chocolate chocolate, berry cheese cream, and bacon cheese, each of which was soft and chewy. The steamed bread comes in salty, sweet, and juicy flavors, allowing for different ways to enjoy them. The chocolate chocolate chocolate, with melted chocolate inside, offers an unexpected combination. I haven't eaten much steamed bread before, but I found it to be similar to melonpan or manju, and it pairs well with both sweet and salty flavors. I had the image that steamed bread was simple, but I was impressed by how versatile it is. The chewiness is unique compared to bagels and can be frozen for storage. With prices mostly in the 200 yen range, the generous fillings make it a good deal. They also offer coffee beans and hashiyoki besides steamed bread.

This time, as usual, I bought various steamed buns and the drinkable almond tofu drink that comes out in the summer. The anchovy potato, pistachio cream, camembert and walnut, and potato salad were healthy and delicious steamed buns! When making a purchase, it's better to bring your own bag. (It seems that paper bags are now subject to a charge)

I arrived earlier than my reservation time, so I decided to do some food log activities. I came to this restaurant that MYFさん had reviewed. It's a home-style place with seating for two. There were baskets lined up along the side, filled with various steamed buns. Steamed buns were always on the kotatsu at my home because my father liked them. So, they became my snack. I wonder if kids these days have no connection to steamed buns? This shop has filled buns, and there are so many unique options that I want to try them all. Since it's all-you-can-eat, and I can't take them home or share them, I chose only two. "Mentaiko Cheese" - a sweet and fluffy steamed bun with a rich and gooey cheese and a spicy mentaiko filling. This combination is a winner. "Plain" - no matter where I go, I always end up buying the simplest one. Because I think it represents the basic taste of that shop. It's fluffy, chewy, with just the right amount of sweetness. It's great as a snack or as a bread for a meal. Although the kimpira and Japanese-style fillings are popular, I might prefer the Western-style ones. I would like to visit again if I pass by the area.

Shinopan, a natural yeast steamed bun bakery in Fuchu City, Tokyo (near Tama Reien). This specialty shop is located on the left side of the old Koshu Kaido, a short walk from the Keio Line Tama Reien Station. They have a variety of steamed buns from meal-type to dessert-type. The steamed buns have a light and slightly chewy texture, making them easy to eat. I bought several flavors including teriyaki chicken and soft-boiled egg, mentaiko cheese, yuzu cream cheese, chocolate banana, and pumpkin. They open at 8:00 am, but they may close early if sold out, and they have irregular holidays so please check their schedule. Free parking for 2 cars available. Highly recommended.

I came to buy after about a month. I always start my day early. This time, I bought a lot again! I have been watching this store since it opened, and it seems like they are selling out every day, which is great. They also seem to have pop-up shops at nearby markets. One good thing about this store is that you can eat here with peace of mind. I am satisfied! And it's great that you can freeze and enjoy it later.

Family visit. A bakery located in a residential area in Fuchu City. A rare type of bakery that focuses only on steamed buns (which I personally have never seen before). Originally from Hokkaido, this shop opened here three years ago. We visited on a holiday afternoon. Reviews mentioned that many items sell out by noon, but on this day there were still around 20 varieties available, so I chose five to try. I picked the second most popular one, the Kinpira Mayonnaise, and the seasonal limited edition Chestnut Sweet Bean. I was skeptical about savory steamed buns, but the slight sweetness of the base bun paired perfectly with the saltiness of the mayonnaise, making it a dish that I would definitely want to try again. The Chestnut Sweet Bean was as expected, not disappointing at all. A morning filled with happiness. Thank you for the meal. I will definitely come back.

☆Visit date: November 2022, weekday, around 11 am - There was one group of customers when I arrived, followed by three more groups. - Some items were sold out, but there was a wide variety of bread available. - Located a 7-8 minute walk from Tama Reien Station ☆Items purchased: - Mentaiko Cheese Bun (190 yen) - Very Berry Cream Cheese Bun (220 yen, tax not included) I had never tried a steamed bun with mentaiko cheese before, but the combination of saltiness and the steamed bun was delicious. The Very Berry Cream Cheese bun had a nice balance of acidity and cream cheese, which I enjoyed. The steamed bun had a perfect level of sweetness and was fluffy and very tasty. I would love to try other varieties as well!

Ad-machi, right? I had heard of it being broadcasted somewhere, but it's a bit far from my daily life area and the opening hours start at 8:00, so I often hear that they are sold out. Also, when I went there once in the summer, it was closed, so I ended up not going there again. Today, I successfully renewed my beginner's license for the second time and got my gold license! I will buy a Hustler next year! I really want a Forester, but I don't trust myself too much, so I will debut with a used Hustler... haha. On my way back from renewing my license, I came here. Atmosphere: A stylish bakery that suddenly appears in a residential area. Originally from Hokkaido. Personally, I would prefer Hokkaido, but in Tokyo, you can get anything if you pay enough. Ordering process: Only two groups can enter at a time, so you wait in line. Take a tray, choose your bread, and go to the register. You can use PayPay, but credit cards are not accepted. Customer base, crowdedness: About 4 groups ahead of me, all women. Waiting time: Waited for about 10 minutes. Customer service: One person was handling the customer service. Menu: Savory breads such as Margherita, Mushroom Stew, Keema Curry, Lotus Root and Chicken Potage, Salami Meat Sauce, Tuna Salad, etc. Sweet breads like Red Bean, Plain, Sweet Potato and Apple, Kinako Cream, Pumpkin Cream, etc. There are many varieties for both sweet and savory lovers. Parking: There are spaces for 2 cars right in front of the store. Mushi-pan: I couldn't resist and bought a variety of breads, but after eating three, I was full. It's even more delicious when microwaved. It's good for sharing with others or as a snack during work breaks. It's convenient because your hands don't get dirty.

Setouchi lemon cream and Bali spicy curry have become quite famous lately. I tried steamed buns from this shop that I had frozen and reheated, but the lemon cream was better cold, so that was a mistake. The curry wasn't too spicy, but for those who can't handle spice, it might be too much.

On a hot and humid midsummer day, I happened to pass by this shop and decided to check it out. It was a steamed bun specialty store, which I found quite interesting. I don't usually crave steamed buns in my daily life, but I was surprised by the wide variety they offered. The steamed buns were delicious, including the not-too-sweet teriyaki chicken flavor. It's not a place I would normally visit, but if I happen to be in the area again, I will definitely buy some more. Thank you for the meal.

It's been a while since I went. Today, I chose Spicy Chicken, Mango, Double Chocolate Nut, Chicken Tartare, and Ginger Lemon. I also bought a drinkable almond tofu, which is a summer limited item. It's quite popular and tends to sell out in the afternoon, so I recommend going in the morning. Note: There is a limit on the number of items you can buy.

After a long time, I felt like eating Shinopan, so I went to buy some. It's quite well-known on TV and in the local area, and it often sells out daily, so I was lucky to be able to go first thing in the morning. As of the end of March, there was a limit of 8 pieces per family. The steamed bread made with natural yeast and gentle ingredients is highly recommended!

I had been curious about this shop, but I am not particularly good with bread. One day, I happened to see it on TV and became very interested. I decided to visit on a weekday morning at 8 o'clock, but the parking lot in front of the store was full, so I had to wait. They have a system where they allow 2 groups at a time, so I didn't have to wait long for my turn. On that day, the limit was 8 items per group, which was clearly stated on the door. Inside the cute shop, there were various colors of steamed buns displayed. I bought 2 each of chestnut and red bean, beef stew, egg salad, and large peanut cream. I tried the beef stew and egg salad, and the steamed buns were moist, soft, sweet, and delicious. They were generously filled with ingredients at the bottom. The beef stew had a rich flavor that paired perfectly with the steamed buns. The egg salad had a gentle taste. It's really good. I need to try more varieties next time! It would also make a great souvenir. Note: It seems that they have many days when they are closed. Be careful when coming from a distance.

I bought steamed buns at "Shinopan" in Fuchu. It is a steamed bun shop near Tamareien Station on the old Koshu Kaido. Despite opening at 8 am, there was already a line because it was featured on a gourmet TV show recently. The shop is small, allowing only 2 groups to enter at a time, and limiting each family to 6 buns, but there are many varieties to choose from, making it hard to decide. I bought a Keema Curry for 230 yen, Beef Stew for 210 yen, and Orange Chocolate for 160 yen. I ate them on a bench near the upper weir of the Susugawara River. The Beef Stew is filled at the bottom of the steamed bun. The steamed buns are chewy and similar to Chinese meat buns. The Keema Curry has a soft-boiled egg inside and the curry is authentic and spicy. I usually buy boiled eggs at Asa Pan in Tamagawa Riverside, but this time the steamed bun already had half an egg in it, so I made the right choice not to buy extra eggs. The Orange Chocolate has orange peel and chocolate kneaded throughout, fitting the image of steamed buns. The bitterness of the peel is delicious, and it would make a great gift.

I had some errands in Fuchu, so I got off at Tama Reien Station on the Keio Line, which is the nearest station to the bakery I wanted to visit. The bakery is called Shinopan, located about a 7-8 minute walk from the station. They offer a variety of steamed buns and originally came from Higashikawa, Hokkaido, relocating to Fuchu in 2019. The shop isn't very big, but they have a wide range of steamed buns beautifully displayed, making it hard to choose which ones to buy. I decided to go with the shop's top seller, the Kinpira Mayonnaise bun, and the second most popular, the Large Peanut Cream bun. The Kinpira Mayonnaise bun had kinpira and shichimi spice on top, and was surprisingly light and not too mayonnaise-heavy. The Large Peanut Cream bun was filled with a generous amount of peanut cream with visible large peanuts, which I personally recommend. There are still many more steamed buns I want to try, so I hope to visit whenever I pass by the area.

- Large Peanut Sandwich... 205 yen (tax included) - Kinpira Mayonnaise... 194 yen (tax included) - Plain... 151 yen (tax included) I visited the shop on a holiday afternoon. The shop has a cute appearance. Luckily, there were no other customers when I arrived. It's a self-service bakery where you pick up the bread yourself. Steamed buns are usually seen as a simple snack you can make at home, but this shop had a surprisingly wide variety of steamed buns. After some hesitation, I decided on the top three popular ones mentioned above. I quickly returned home and warmed them up in the microwave. There was also a cute leaflet with illustrations included! The combination of kinpira-like side dish and steamed bun was surprisingly good. It's not a heavy meal, but it's perfect for a light snack. The homemade peanut cream with a restrained sweetness and rich flavor paired well with the steamed bun, making it a great little treat. I haven't tried the Plain one yet as I froze it. They use natural yeast and do not include eggs, milk, or oil, making it a healthy option. The staff at the shop, although brief in words, had a nice vibe. I would definitely stop by this shop again if I'm in the area. Thank you for the meal!

I didn't know the shop until I passed by it, but when I approached, I realized it was a bakery, although they had some unusual items on display, like steamed buns. Since it was close to closing time and there weren't many left, I decided to buy something that seemed popular. I ended up buying a German potato steamed bun (180 yen) and a takoyaki steamed bun (190 yen). When I got home and opened the bags, I found that the German potato bun looked comical with its potato-like appearance, but it was actually all steamed bun dough with a few chunks of potato inside. The takoyaki bun was similar, with a little bit of takoyaki filling at the bottom. I noticed that the weight of the buns came mainly from the dough, which had a dense, chewy texture due to a high water content. The buns had a slightly sweet flavor, making it easy to enjoy even with a small amount of filling. Overall, it seemed like the focus was on savoring the dough rather than the fillings.

Among the various types of steamed buns offered at the loco moco specialty shop, the loco moco stands out. It contains a hamburger patty, sauce, and egg inside, with avocado on top. Since it's a steamed bun, the richness of the loco moco is not overwhelming, making it a convenient light meal option.

I couldn't buy the taro snack, so I went to a bakery. I got the second most popular items, "Large Peanut Cream (¥190)" and "Crispy Apple Cream (¥180)". The peanut one was delicious! As advertised, it had large peanuts inside. The steamed bun was also soft and chewy. It felt like it had been a while since I last had a steamed bun. There were many other varieties available as well. The apple one was also tasty. It had custard cream with chopped apples inside the steamed bun. It was full of dessert-like flavors. Yes, I think they were both very delicious. The most popular item was sold out today. I'll have to come back to try it another time.

I wasn't a big fan of steamed buns, but when I heard about a really delicious steamed bun shop, I decided to give it a try. And I was surprised! They had all kinds of steamed buns, including savory ones and dessert ones, and they were all very tasty. The peanut butter had whole peanuts in it, which was delicious! I definitely want to go back again.

This is a rare shop specializing in steamed buns. I purchased the red bean paste flavor. Red bean paste ★3.4 The fluffy steamed bun dough was delicious. The amount of red bean paste was about the size of a ping pong ball, which is quite small compared to a typical red bean bun. It has a mild sweetness and a gentle homemade taste. It's been a while since I had steamed buns, and I thought it was delicious. It didn't have a distinctive feature, so it felt like a regular steamed bun. It seems that it doesn't contain eggs or oil, so it might be good for people with allergies.