2022.01 Tokyo Souvenir③ This is a gift from friends who went to Tokyo~♪ They were delighted to be able to reserve the 5280 yen parfait "Parfait Tatagon," a super popular parfait from Setagaya, before eating it, they stopped by "Asako Iwayanagi Plus" and received ◆ Pavé Salt Chocolate 3 Flavors Assortment A 1296 yen Fruit Tomato (White) 2 pieces Cranberry (Red) 2 pieces Royal Milk Tea (Brown) 2 pieces Pâtissier Asako Iwayanagi opened a take-out specialty store next to her own pastry shop "PÂTISSERIE ASAKO IWAYANA" in Todoroki, Setagaya-ku in December 2015, where you can take home not only baked goods and chocolates but also gelato and parfaits. The "Pavé Salt Chocolate" we received contains 6 small square bite-sized salt chocolates in 3 flavors, 2 each, and as usual, we dripped hot coffee for dessert time after dinner. (^o^)／ The "Pavé" of salt chocolate, which is simple and beautiful in a small gray box, means cobblestone and is a colorful chocolate confection inspired by the cobblestones of Paris. The white "Fruit Tomato" is a unique chocolate confection with a hint of sweet and sour dried tomato, a salty tartness, and the sweetness of white chocolate perfectly balanced, and it was my favorite. The red "Cranberry" has a delicious flavor that combines the acidity of the fruit with the milky sweetness of white chocolate. The brown "Royal Milk Tea" has a delightful combination of crispy tart and sweet milk tea-flavored chocolate, and the crust is delicious! The gentle color and flavor of the "Salt Chocolate" paired well with the acidity of the fruit and the aroma of the chocolate. Bon appétit (●^o^●)

First visit to "ASAKO IWAYANAGI PLUS". This shop, adjacent to "PATISSERIE ASAKO IWAYANAGI," focuses on baked goods such as cookies. I purchased some as souvenirs for friends and for myself. Just like the cakes I bought at the neighboring main store, the overall taste is gentle with a subtle sweetness. The popularity of the items that highlight the characteristics of the ingredients is well deserved. Among the baked goods I purchased, personally, I preferred the financiers. They also sell gelato and crepes. This time, I visited quickly due to time constraints, but next time, I would like to try those. Thank you for the meal!

Parfait for 2160 yen. The top layer has strawberry mousse with a mochi-like filling, agar jelly, and strawberries. The second layer has matcha sauce and cheesecake mousse. At the bottom, there are strawberries, matcha sauce, and a pudding-like dessert. It had a unique taste with a hint of herbs. The strawberry mousse and cheesecake mousse were delicious.

"PATISSERIE ASAKO IWAYANAGI" is adjacent to "ASAKO IWAYANAGI PLUS," a takeout-only sweets shop run by Chef Patissiere Asako Iwayanagi. The exterior and interior have a stylish atmosphere with a raw concrete finish. I visited near closing time hoping to get a takeout parfait, but they were already sold out. Since I was already there, I purchased three baked sweets. "Petit Madeleine" for ¥292, "Sable with Piedmont Hazelnuts" for ¥320, and "Chocolate Sable" for ¥313. You can enjoy the rich aroma of butter and a moist or crispy texture. The sweetness is mild, with a gentle flavor that pairs perfectly with coffee.

It was a big mistake to forget to take a photo of the wagashi (Japanese sweets)… I got so excited and ended up eating them right away. Next to the patisserie, they sell parfaits and baked goods for takeout. The corn parfait had a wonderful balance of sweetness and saltiness, and it was delicious! Parking is strict, so it's better to go by train or find a parking spot!

I was able to buy a set with a variety of items, with 3 pieces each, for just under 2000 yen. Sets with 5 pieces each cost around 3000 yen. There is also an option to choose items individually and have them boxed. During event seasons, only fixed box sets are available, and custom box sets are not offered.

I felt like eating Asako Iwayanagi's Belavekka, so I visited the restaurant. Previously, it was sold under the name "Belavekka," but this time it was said that the "Forester" in the "Schumann" line is equivalent to Belavekka, so I purchased Schumann. ⭐️Purchased: Schumann Forester for 2376 yen ⭐️Impressions: Asako-san's magic of feeling that the 2000 yen range is cheap... Belavekka is expensive, so it can't be helped, but Christmas adds up in various ways, haha. In terms of appearance, there is quite a generous amount of dough. It looks very gorgeous because it contains plenty of nuts and dried fruits on top and inside. As expected of Asako-san, the choice of dried fruits and the ruby-colored top are very beautiful, full of Christmas atmosphere. The walnuts and almonds on top are large and basically just roasted, so the nuttiness is direct. The dried fruits such as figs and raisins kneaded into the dough are moist, with a solid contrast. The moistness of the fruits and the crunchiness, and the moistness of the dough. It was delicious.

This time, I will introduce a pastry shop in Todoroki where Asako Iwayanagi is the owner and chef. This shop specializes in take-out pastries and ice cream, and right next door, there is a patisserie where you can sit down and enjoy cakes (which I will introduce in the next post). Everything looked delicious, but I tried the gelato and canelé! The gelato flavors I had were vanilla and chocolate, and they were exceptionally delicious... rich and luxurious vanilla with a hint of chocolate berry flavor that was irresistible! The canelé was crispy and fragrant, also amazing!! I saw other tasty baked goods that I want to try as well. If you are interested in a pastry shop in Todoroki, be sure to check it out! #Tokyo #TokyoDining #Todoroki #TodorokiDining #TodorokiEateries #AsakoIwayanagiPlus #AsakoIwayanagi #Pastries #Gelato #Canelé #PastryEateries #IceCreamEateries #181Eateries #September28th #DiningForTwo

A shop where you can enjoy crepes and gelato. They also have a variety of baked goods. - Brownie 350 yen: The chocolate flavor is rich and delicious! It's almost like eating pure chocolate. The white chocolate with polka dots is also tasty. It's recommended to eat it chilled. I liked it so much that I'm planning to try the chocolate cakes at the main store sometime. - Financier 300 yen: A small but delicious financier. It has a nice almond scent. - Sable Vanille 280 yen: It has a heavier texture compared to Earl Grey and Chocolate. - Sable Earl Grey 280 yen: It has a strong Earl Grey flavor! Lovely scent. - Sable Chocolate 280 yen: Among the three, this one is the lightest and crispy. I also like the sugar coating on the outside. This might be my favorite chocolate sable or cookie I've ever had.

Corn parfait (takeout): Even though it didn't come with gelato or cheesecake in the takeout version, it was still a delicious parfait. Not too sweet and easy to finish in no time. I already want to have another one.

■ Date and Time: Visited around 3:00 PM on a holiday during Obon. The security guard uncle guided us to the bakery and ice cream section on one side, and the traditional sweets section on the other side. The bakery and ice cream store had a limit of two groups inside, so there might be a bit of a wait depending on the time. ■ Food: Olive oil gelato for 700 yen. The gelato is served in a cup, so there is no concept of a double scoop. The taste is like vanilla ice cream with a strong olive oil flavor. Unusual but surprisingly delicious. ■ Other: The neighboring garage-like space is open for dining. There are small fans available, making it a bit cooler.

Asako Iwayanagi's parfait is getting closer to 5000 yen, but the main store requires reservations, so I decided to enjoy a parfait at the nearby Prus. Here, the parfait comes in a plastic cup for 2160 yen (tax included). There are two types of Parfait a l'importe: cherry blossom and strawberry. I bought the strawberry one, called Strawberry Fraisier, and enjoyed it outside the store on a bench since there was no one there at 1:00 pm on a weekday. The parfait had a complex composition similar to the main store. It had fresh pink strawberries and strawberry mousse (with seeds texture), topped with raspberry jelly. There was also a tea jelly with a salty cracker. Slices of black and white strawberries were followed by tea cream. Just when I thought I might be getting tired of it, chopped wasabi greens and mustard seeds added a stimulating texture. At the bottom, there was strawberry compote and milk blancmange for a pleasant finish. I felt a mix of wanting to eat more and satisfaction from how delicious it was. Indeed, the takeout version maintained the same level of deliciousness without any shortcuts.

I purchased the following items at Asa Koi Wanagibryus: Petits Madeleines for 250 yen (including tax) and Financiers for 300 yen. First, the Petits Madeleines. Three small madeleines for 250 yen is a good deal. The taste is a buttery madeleine with a hint of sweetness. It's delicious. The Financiers have a similar taste to the madeleines but with a nutty flavor added. It's also not too sweet and has a rich butter and almond taste. Thank you for the meal.

The canelé is ¥400. It has a crispy texture with a hint of croissant-like elements. The inside is white with a subtle aroma of liquor. It is airy and fluffy inside, making it irresistibly crispy. It is slightly sweet.

I received this as a souvenir! I've always wanted to go there, but it's so popular and there's always a long line, plus I don't have the chance because of work. But a friend who lives in that area bought it for me! I'm so touched♡ They said the parfaits and other desserts are really beautiful and delicious, so I hope to visit there myself someday. But for now, these baked goods are so elegant, tasty, with a great texture, and best of all, they don't contain any unnecessary additives. Ah, happiness♪

The popular "Asako Iwayanagi" offers a complex and enjoyable parfait experience, but reservations for their parfaits are extremely competitive and hard to come by. As an alternative, I purchased a parfait called "Parfait a Emporter" from the neighboring "Prus" for takeout. Despite both being popular, there were no long lines at either "Asako Iwayanagi" or "Asako Iwayanagi Prus" on the day of my visit. The exterior of "Prus" maintained the same aesthetic as the former, with a simple interior featuring exposed concrete walls and offering baked goods and takeout parfaits. The parfaits available that day were the "Sakura," inspired by cherry blossoms, and the "Strawberry Strawberry Frais," featuring seasonal strawberries. Both parfaits were priced at over 2000 yen each, but as a dessert enthusiast, I ended up purchasing both. The "Parfait a Emporter Sakura" featured a mix of Japanese and Western elements, with cherry blossoms, white dumplings, cherry Mont Blanc cream, kinako cream, chantilly, and a whole white strawberry. The layers progressed to include lemon jelly and marinated elements, resulting in a refreshing finish. The "Parfait a Emporter Strawberry Strawberry Frais" highlighted seasonal strawberries paired with Japanese black tea and tea jelly. The parfait included fresh strawberries, strawberry mousse, raspberries, hazelnut crackland, and tea cream, with lemon jelly, strawberry marinade, and a strawberry and raspberry compote providing a balance of acidity and fruit flavors. The complexity and high quality of the parfaits remained consistent even for takeout, making it a delightful treat to enjoy at home. For those struggling to secure a reservation, trying out the takeout option first might be a good idea.

When shopping at Asakoiwayanagi, it seems like the posts might get mixed up because the stores are actually different. When calling, it seems like the two stores are not connected, so you need to call the store where the item you want is located. After eating the eat-in parfait, I really wanted to try their take-out parfait. One of the things on top was not a strawberry, but a strawberry-shaped mousse! There were plenty of strawberries too. Normally, parfaits don't have ice cream in them, but I was very satisfied with this one. They said there's also black strawberries in it, but I couldn't really tell. Towards the bottom, there was something crunchy in it. It turned out to be udo! It adds a refreshing touch to it. It's quite interesting.

In January 2022, I went on a food tour in Tokyo to Todoroki. Last time in Tokyo, I had a parfait at "Esuruset" in Gotokuji, and this time I plan to have a parfait at "PATISSERIE ASAKO IWAYANAGI." (Setagaya seems to be a fierce battleground for parfaits?) *I was easily able to secure a reservation slot this time, unlike the previous time when I lost in the reservation battle. Before going to eat the parfait, I also checked out "ASAKO IWAYANAGI PLUS." (It seems they have three stores in this area.) I wonder if they will keep expanding like COMME des GARÇONS? They had take-out parfaits, chocolates, and baked goods as souvenirs, but this time I was drawn to the beauty of the "Schuman" and bought one for myself. (I also got a box of chocolates for a friend.) CHEMIN raisins au rhum (Schuman rum raisin) for 1728 yen *They also had vanilla, tebaille, and white sesame. By the way, "Schuman" apparently means a rural unpaved road in France. It's a fashionable name, isn't it? They express a "path" of nuts with raisins, dried figs, and nuts on a rum raisin pound cake covered with caramel sauce. I brought it home and enjoyed it right away. The cake was moist and delicious, and the generous amount of nuts and dried fruits as toppings was to my liking. (I should have bought another variety...) Thank you for the meal!

I visited a place where there was a line forming at the storefront. There are two separate shops on the left and right, and the one on the left is a bakery and parfait shop. The background music playing inside the shop is piano music. I got a "Petit Madeleine" to go. The madeleine was very moist and went well with coffee.

Asako Iwayanagi Plus at Todoroki. The other day I had breakfast at the new store. This time, I got takeout from the Plus store in the adjacent building. This place specializes in takeout baked goods only, with no seating inside (there are a few small tables outside). There's no need for reservations, just line up in order when they open at 11 am. I happened to be the first in line 15 minutes before opening. The interior, like the neighboring store, has a stylish and fashionable feel with a touch of minimalism. Various sweets are displayed in the showcase and on the shelves. What caught my eye was the parfait. It felt like a miniature version of the parfait from the main store, so I bought it. - Parfait A L'Importe Mont Blanc: A parfait that feels like a miniature version of the neighboring patisserie's parfait. The way they highlight the chestnut is amazing. The refreshing finish leaves a lasting impression of a delicious parfait. - Parfait A L'Importe Automne Japonais: A mandarin orange parfait. With plenty of mandarin oranges, the layers of sponge, mousse, and cream each bring out the flavor of the mandarin in a fun way. It was a delicious parfait that can only be described as exceptional. The high level of quality is evident, just like the neighboring store. Next time, I'll visit the main store. Thank you for the meal.

I was lucky to be guided to a new store after buying baked goods next door, and I managed to enter without waiting in line around 5 pm, which was great! I ordered a Mont Blanc crepe, a sweet potato crepe, a seasonal tart, and a chocolate cake. The Royal Milk Tea was delicious, especially with maple syrup added. The crepes were filled with various ingredients until the very end, so it was enjoyable. The seasonal tart with pear and fig was refreshing. I would like to try their parfait next time!