Our daughter is very particular about cakes. For her birthday this year, she chose a cake from "Vitameal" called "Miroir Cassis" (including tax 2,916 yen). It's an entremet cake with plenty of berry fruits on top, making it look very attractive. The cake is small, about 10cm in diameter, so my wife and I shared a quarter each. The cake had a sweet and sour mousse, a gentle sweetness of white chocolate flavored cream, and a moist sponge. It was an amazing cake.

Vitameru-san♡ I really love the chocolate here. A few years ago, I received a gift from a friend's hospital. Since then, I've been a fan. The Macadamia Chocolate (milk) made me go "Mmm♡" with its crispy, rich, mild, and milky chocolate coating. It's so delicious! I can eat as many pieces as I want! I also tried the Pistachio flavor before and it was delicious too. Vitameru-san is not only a chocolate specialist but also offers other treats like fresh chocolate and cakes. I don't have a photo, sorry. I've also tried the fresh chocolate, but it's so small that I have to be careful not to finish it too quickly, haha. Since next week is payday, I might go there again, haha.

Garnet Berry - ¥735 A glamorous berry cake with layers of black tea mousse and elegant violet jelly, all wrapped in a sweet and sour berry mousse. The sparkling appearance resembling a jewel, the fluffy texture of the mousse, and the perfect balance of acidity and sweetness are all delightful.

The day before Christmas Eve. I planned to finish work early and look for a cake, but ended up having to work overtime and it was already 9 pm. I was resigned to getting a cake from a nearby chain store, but on my way home, I noticed that the pastry section of Seibu Ikebukuro, which should have been closed, was brightly lit. This was a relief. This shop is located closest to the entrance among the pastry sections directly connected to Ikebukuro Station. Without hesitation, I joined the line of about 5-6 salarymen and office ladies and it was my turn in about 5 minutes. There were three choices, but I ordered the Frais de Vithamère for my wife who loves strawberry shortcake. The next day after dinner, we tried it. It had a 5-layer structure with a fluffy sponge and smooth cream that melts in your mouth. Although not very thick, the moist texture due to the multiple layers was impressive. The strawberries had a slight acidity but were sweet enough and the whole family enjoyed it. Truly the reliable Vithamère. Thank you for the meal. I will definitely come again.

On December 12th, my daughter chose the "Chocolat Samba" cake, which has a deliciously bitter dark chocolate mousse! Inside the bitter chocolate mousse, there is a slightly sweet milk chocolate mousse that enhances the flavor balance perfectly. Thanks to my daughter, I enjoyed a delicious cake. Happy Birthday! Chocolat Samba costs 4,104 yen (tax included).

Belgian royal chocolate brand "Vitamer" is known for its brownies. Founded in 1910 in Brussels, the brand has expanded to Japan, with 21 stores in Kanto and Kansai regions. The brownies are rich in chocolate flavor, moist, and filled with roasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans, hazelnuts) for a fun texture. While some may find the taste average, it could make a nice gift due to its price of 1,404 yen.

Sweet cakes are my go-to flavors. I like Mont Blanc and chocolate cake a little bit. Mont Blanc has a crunchy texture with something like pear inside, which is delicious. It has a strong creaminess that I enjoy. It reminds me of eating Mont Blanc with chestnut cream. I really like Mont Blanc. As for the chocolate cake, it's similar to tiramisu - slightly bitter and delicious.

Ikebukuro Seibu Department Store's basement floor, Wittamer, has always caught my eye, but I always passed by it last and never ended up buying anything haha. Today, I made it my first stop and went straight there without cheating. Everything looked beautiful and delicious, so I struggled to choose and ended up narrowing it down to two items. If I had been hungrier, I would have bought more haha. Lemon Miel for ¥630 and Fraises de Wittamer for ¥550.

Since it's Christmas, I had the "Noel Pistachio Chocolat" dessert. The pistachio flavor is subtle and nice. The tartness of the raspberry and the creaminess of the pistachio complement each other well. The cocoa cookie at the bottom was moist.

The milk chocolate macadamia nut cookies here are delicious. I have used them as a gift for work several times. (The same store is also in Daimaru Tokyo store.) After all, when it comes to gifts, something delicious is more appreciated than just appearance.

I visited here in June 2020 because I was craving something sweet. There were some summer-themed desserts available, and I had a hard time deciding which one to choose. I ended up getting my favorite Fraisier de Vitamer and Mango Chocolat Blanc. The strawberry shortcake had a good balance of creamy milk, light sponge, and sweet-sour strawberries, which I love. The mango was also a perfect match with the chocolate, being sweet and sour.

During the coronavirus self-restraint period when it was difficult to buy sweets as usual, I was grateful to be able to buy cake like this. I often buy cakes and baked goods at this shop and was confident in their deliciousness, but this cake was also delicious. The matcha-flavored sponge cake with red bean paste and matcha cream layered together was delicious with various flavors blending in the mouth. The sesame-flavored macaron on top was cute and served as an accent to the taste, making it enjoyable twice. Thank you for the meal.

I purchased two types of Vita Meal's Macadamia Chocolate Milk and Dark, both with a mild sweetness. They are similar to chocolate snacks found at shops in Naha Airport. The chunks of macadamia nuts in the thin dough provide a delightful texture when combined with the chocolate, making it delicious.

I struggled to decide on a gift to bring when picking up the New Year's feast from Takeseisou in 2020, but ended up choosing a cake from Vitameer. I have bought and eaten their cakes several times, and they are always delicious, so I hope they will be pleased. Takeseisou works tirelessly day and night until the very last day of the year to prepare their exquisite New Year's feast, so I hope the sweet and delicious cake will help them relax. I also added a chocolate and Mont Blanc cake for myself. I finally used up the remaining season points. The cake was not too sweet, had an elegant flavor, and I could taste the ingredients well. It was delicious. Thank you for the feast.

Since it's Christmas, you have to eat cake too!! I bet the lady at the shop wouldn't have imagined that one guy bought two cakes and ate them both alone, haha. Noel Framboise: A cake coated with raspberry sauce, filled with raspberry mousse, and a raspberry jelly in the center. It's all about raspberries!! The almond chocolate inside adds a nice touch. Renard de Noel: A cute chocolate cake with a reindeer on top. It's rich and has various types of chocolate, creating a deep and flavorful taste. Cakes are meant to be enjoyed with both the eyes and the taste buds! I hope next Christmas, I can enjoy a Buche de Noel with a few friends.

I used it in December 2019. We were talking about my late father-in-law's upcoming birthday, and decided to buy the chocolate cake he loved. We looked around the sweets section at Seibu, and ended up choosing our favorite one. There were various types of chocolate cakes, but we finally settled on the Foret Noire and Frais de Vitasmer. The Foret Noire had just the right balance of chocolate and creaminess.

In May 2019, I had a meeting with my husband. While waiting for him, I wandered around the sweets section at Seibu Ikebukuro. I couldn't help but stop at VITAMAR. My favorite chocolate cake with strawberries on top, the Fraisede VITAMAR. The light cream with a milky taste and the slightly tart strawberries go well together. I couldn't remember the name of the strawberry-topped chocolate cake that I bought last year and again this year, but I really like it.

Vitameal Ikebukuro Seibu Store Cake is my favorite, so I always feel like eating it, but I end up choosing the same cake every time because there are few options available. - Fraised Vitameal - Gelme Fraised Vitameal has a delicious flavor of fresh cream. Gelme offers a perfect combination of strawberry acidity and authentic chocolate. Both cakes are consistently delicious.

My beloved cat passed away on March 3rd last year. It's a clear date, but this time of year is all about Hinamatsuri (Girls' Day). I didn't realize that department stores put so much effort into Hinamatsuri, with cake sections filled with cakes adorned with macarons, sprinkled with almonds, and pink cream. I wanted a simple shortcake, but couldn't find one. My cat's birthday was on Valentine's Day, and all the cakes around that time were chocolate-flavored, making it difficult for me as the owner. Every year, I struggled. After the event days pass, the regular menu suddenly appears, but it feels strange that commemorative items are available beforehand but not afterwards. So, I'm particular and struggling on my own. This year, after walking around, I found a shop with cute candle-shaped shortcakes and decided on it. The shop had many cakes for Hinamatsuri and spring-themed cakes. I bought the candle-shaped shortcake, Mont Blanc, and a Hinamatsuri macaron cake. My cat loved whipped cream, so he might have enjoyed the strong milk-flavored cream on the shortcake. After offering it to him, I enjoyed it myself. I didn't feel pet loss right after his passing, but about six months later, it hit me hard. But now, as we approach the first anniversary, I feel like I've come to a closure.

Vitamale. A western-style confectionery shop that you can occasionally find in department store basements. I happened to see it as I exited Ikebukuro Station and decided to try it out. - Choux (excluding tax 200 yen) Weekday around 18:30. There was only one cream puff left in the case. The pastry was a bit soft. It lacked a bit of a crispy texture and the aroma was also a bit weak. The cream inside didn't have a strong vanilla flavor, so it felt like it was lacking in richness. Overall, it left a mediocre impression. It's priced higher than popular options like Cozy Corner, but it doesn't quite reach the level of slightly higher-end options.