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Tasting Basque Cheesecake & Avocado Toast at “vitto.,” Higashi-Ikebukuro’s New Cozy Hideaway
I stopped by "vitto.," a cafe nestled under the expressway overpass right outside Higashi-Ikebukuro Station in Tokyo, to try their Basque cheesecake. "vitto." is located in Minami-Ikebukuro 2-chome, Toshima Ward, Tokyo. The closest stati... -
Excelsior Caffé’s New York Cheesecake Review: A Long-Selling Classic with a Cocoa Cookie Crust
Boasting approximately 120 locations across Japan, "Excelsior Caffé" is a popular coffee shop chain. Operated by the same company behind the famous "Doutor Coffee," it is widely celebrated as a stylish, Seattle-inspired cafe. Beyond thei... -
Classic Rare Cheesecake at Shippo, a Hidden Gem Cafe in Kichijoji
I visited "Shippo" (四歩), a cafe and lifestyle goods store located about a 10-minute walk from Kichijoji Station in Tokyo, and tried their classic rare cheesecake. About Shippo (四歩) Shippo is tucked just off Itsukaichi Kaido Avenue. O... -
Châteraisé “Smooth Soufflé Cheesecake” Review: Bakery Quality at an Affordable Price
Boasting locations nationwide, Châteraisé is arguably the most popular confectionery chain in Japan today. Today, I'm introducing their semi-permanent classic: the "Smooth Soufflé Cheesecake" (なめらかスフレチーズケーキ). Sold exclusivel... -
Review: Yamazaki “Tsukawa” Hokkaido Cheese Cream Buns — Inspired by the Legendary Steamed Cake
From Yamazaki Baking's wildly popular "Tsukawa" (thin-crust bun) series comes a brand-new release inspired by another of the baker's beloved national classics: the "Hokkaido Cheese Steamed Cake." Reinterpreting the Hokkaido Cheese Steame... -
Mr. CHEESECAKE Petit Waguri Review: A Harmonious Blend of Japanese Chestnut and Coffee Cheesecake
If you are looking for exceptional cheesecake in Tokyo, "Mr. CHEESECAKE" comes highly recommended. Mr. CHEESECAKE is an innovative brand renowned for pairing unexpected, gourmet ingredients—such as tonka beans in cheesecake or roasted gr... -
Seijo Ishii’s Strawberry Honey Rare Cheesecake: A Taste Test and Review
Today, I'm introducing the "Strawberry Honey Rare Cheesecake," a dessert I found at "Seijo Ishii," a popular supermarket known for its extensive variety of cheeses and cheesecakes. Sold as a chilled dessert, it is sized for a single serv... -
BAKE CHEESE TART Sweet Potato Butter Tart Review: Japan’s Autumn Limited Edition
Operating more than 10 stores across Japan, "BAKE CHEESE TART" is famous for serving freshly baked cheese tarts. Alongside their permanent staples, they also release limited-time seasonal creations. This autumn, I picked up their newly r... -
Review: Troika’s Signature Baked Cheesecake — Iwate’s Half-Century Masterpiece
Located in Kitakami City, Iwate Prefecture, "Troika" is a renowned restaurant that serves authentic Russian cuisine like cabbage rolls and piroshki. Beyond its savory specialties, it is widely celebrated nationwide as an exceptional chee... -
Avignon in Numabukuro: A Showa-Era Patisserie’s Airy Baked Cheesecake and Rich Rare Cheese Tart
Located in Nakano Ward, Tokyo, about a 3-minute walk from Numabukuro Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line, sits a classic Western confectionery shop named "Avignon." Established in the 1970s, this historic patisserie is a local favorite fr... -
Caffè Pascucci Cheesecake Review: A Taste of Italy’s Global Coffee Brand in Tokyo
Born in Italy and boasting over 700 locations across 25 countries worldwide, "Caffè Pascucci" is a global coffee brand that is still relatively under-the-radar in Japan. During a recent visit, I discovered cheesecake on their dessert men... -
I Tried a Cake That Lets You Enjoy Two Kinds of Cheesecake at Once from Japan’s Popular Cake Shop “Henri Charpentier”
Born in Ashiya, Hyogo Prefecture, "Henri Charpentier" is widely celebrated as one of Japan's most iconic French-style confectionery brands. I purchased their signature "W Cheesecake" (Double Cheesecake), a long-standing staple the patiss... -
Ikebukuro’s Historic Takase: A Nostalgic, Gentle Rare Cheesecake at a Century-Old Landmark
Located right outside the East Exit of Ikebukuro Station in Tokyo, "Takase" is a beloved bakery and pastry shop steeped in the nostalgic charm of Showa-era retro Japan. Serving as an iconic landmark of the Ikebukuro East Exit area, this ... -
Lawson’s Whole Chestnut Mont Blanc: A Cozy Autumn Treat on a Cheese Soufflé Base
Major Japanese convenience store chain "Lawson" has released an autumn-inspired cake featuring whole chestnuts. What's more, it features a cheese soufflé base! As a devoted cheesecake enthusiast, I bought it right away to give it a try. ... -
Review: Blue Bottle Coffee Japan’s Matcha Basque Cheesecake
I tried the Matcha Cheesecake served at "Blue Bottle Coffee" in Japan. A Basque-Style Matcha Cheesecake First, looking at its visual presentation, it has a flat, round shape reminiscent of a thick pancake. Sized just right for a single p... -
[Review] Morinaga Chiisana Cheesecake: Milk Caramel Flavor | A Dessert Cheese Collab with an Iconic Sweet
Available at supermarkets across Japan, "Chiisana Cheesecake" (Mini Cheesecake) is a product sold by the major dairy manufacturer "Morinaga Milk Industry." It features sweet cheese that can be enjoyed just like a dessert. Now, a limited-... -
Cheesecake Meets Kouign-Amann: A Unique Hybrid Treat from a Japanese Supermarket
At the supermarket Seiyu, I spotted a unique hybrid sweet combining a kouign-amann with cheesecake: the "Cheese Kouign-Amann." Released Under the Trial Brand This product bears the logo of Trial, a company partnered with Seiyu. Trial is ... -
Review: Natural Lawson Dried Fruit & Nut Cheesecake — A Rich, Textured Rare Cheesecake
I purchased the "Dried Fruit and Nut Cheesecake," an exclusive sweet released by "Natural Lawson," a specialty convenience store chain affiliated with Lawson. While priced higher than standard convenience store desserts, it offers a luxu... -
Review: FamilyMart’s “Rich & Smooth Pumpkin Cheesecake”
FamilyMart has released an autumn-inspired cheesecake: the "Rich & Smooth Pumpkin Cheesecake." I picked one up right away, so here is my detailed review of how it tastes. A Simple Cheesecake Made with Real Pumpkin Priced at 268 yen (... -
NewDays “Basque Cheesecake-style Tart” Review: The Perfect Grab-and-Go Station Sweet
"NewDays" is a convenience store chain located inside the station concourses of JR East. While it may have fewer stores compared to major giants like 7-Eleven and Lawson, it offers a wealth of charming, original products. Its dessert lin... -
Review: The Cartoon-Style “Jerry Cheese” Cake from mindeulle in Asagaya, Tokyo
I tried a cheesecake designed just like the Swiss cheese you see in classic cartoons, sold by "mindeulle," a shop specializing in Korean sweets and freshly baked pretzels located about a 5-minute walk from Asagaya Station in Suginami War... -
Seijo Ishii’s Flagship Sweet: A Masterclass in Texture and Balance
"Seijo Ishii," a popular supermarket chain in Japan, offers an exceptionally wide variety of cheesecakes. And when it comes to the store's quintessential flagship, it has to be the "Premium Cheesecake." A long-selling classic that has re... -
BAKE CHEESE TART: The Exquisite Nuance of the Matcha Cheese Tart
I tried the "Matcha Cheese Tart"—a signature classic from the freshly baked cheese tart specialist "BAKE CHEESE TART"—made with their original matcha blend. Despite comfortably fitting in the palm of your hand, it is a masterclass in con... -
Tasting Tully’s New “Cinnamon Pumpkin Cheesecake” | An Autumn Treat with Subtle Spice & Rich Flavor
Chestnuts, pumpkins, sweet potatoes—autumn flavors are arriving in full force these days. Famous Japanese coffee chain "TULLY'S COFFEE" has also debuted a brand-new seasonal dessert: a cheesecake made with pumpkin. I picked one up right ... -
Yamazaki’s “Rich Double Cheesecake” Review: A Big-Size Hybrid of Souffle and Rare Cheese
The other day, while browsing the dessert aisle at my local supermarket, I spotted an oversized cheesecake and couldn't resist picking it up. The item is the "Rich Double Cheesecake" released by major Japanese bakery manufacturer Yamazak... -
Soufflé Pudding at FamilyMart: The Cheese Soufflé + Custard Combo Everyone’s Talking About
Today, I'm introducing "Souffle Pudding," a hugely popular dessert sold at the Japanese convenience store chain "FamilyMart." This dessert features a fluffy cheese souffle perched right on top of a classic custard pudding. There is a lay... -
Tasting the Basque Cheesecake from “balcony by 6th (Azabudai Hills)” | Melt-in-Your-Mouth Texture and Rich Cheese! A Masterpiece from One of Tokyo’s Most Popular Spots
I tried the Basque cheesecake at "balcony by 6th", an Italian cafe bar located in the Azabudai Hills complex in Azabudai, Minato Ward. balcony by 6th - About 麻布台ヒルズ "balcony by 6th" is located on the 3rd floor of Hills Tower Plaza.... -
[Review] YATSUDOKI’s Yamanashi Shine Muscat Fromage Tart: An Autumn Gem for Under 600 Yen
I purchased a newly released autumn treat from "YATSUDOKI," a popular confectionery chain in Japan: a cheese tart topped lavishly with fresh Shine Muscat grapes. A Five-Layered Rare Cheese Tart Generously Crowned with Shine Muscat Grapes... -
Juchheim Baked Cheesecake Review: A Boat-Shaped Souvenir with Authentic Cheese Flavor
Juchheim is a historic Japanese confectionery brand renowned for popularizing baumkuchen in Japan. While famous for its baumkuchen, select locations also carry chilled desserts such as cheesecakes and cream puffs. Previously, Juchheim on... -
HARBS New York Cheesecake Review: New Recipe Featuring Mascarpone, Figs, and Rum Raisins (Fall 2026)
HARBS is renowned for its generous, delicious cake portions and bustling shops that often draw long queues, attracting locals and international tourists alike. With their menu lineup rotation on September 3, 2026, a thoroughly revamped, ... -
Koenji Cafe [pams]: Rich and Moist Basque Cheesecake—Simple Yet Thoughtfully Crafted
Koenji is home to a rich variety of unique cafes, ranging from underground, bohemian spots and nostalgic vintage kissatens to modern cafes with trendy minimalist interiors. Today, I'm introducing the cheesecake I enjoyed at "pams," a caf... -
Only ¥210 with Real Peach Toppings! Yamazaki’s Limited-Edition ‘White Peach Rare Cheesecake’
Yamazaki Baking, a leading Japanese food manufacturer known for its wide variety of products ranging from bread and pastries to traditional Japanese sweets and prepared meals, has released a new cheesecake creation: the "White Peach Rare... -
The Basque Cheesecake at nephew (Tomigaya, Tokyo): A Refreshingly Tangy & Creamy Delight
Tomigaya in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, is a vibrant neighborhood lined with trendy bakeries, stylish cafes, and charming bistros. Today, I'm introducing the Basque Cheesecake from "nephew," a cozy bistro & cafe tucked away in a quiet alley... -
Café Tricolore Review: A Flawlessly Balanced Cheese Tart in Akihabara
"Café Tricolore" is a well-known, historic Japanese kissaten (traditional coffee shop) founded in Ginza in 1936. This time, I visited their Akihabara branch and ordered their "Cheese Tart." About Café Tricolore Beyond its flagship locati... -
Tokyo’s Latest Dessert Trend: The Limited-Edition “Corn Cheesecake” at COMFORT Stand
I heard that "COMFORT Stand," a cafe located on the ground floor of an office building about a 5-minute walk from the West Exit of Ikebukuro Station, recently rolled out a "Corn Cheesecake"—a trend that has been rapidly growing during su... -
MUJI’s Nutritious Snack: Egg & Cheese Protein Baumkuchen Review
MUJI offers a unique snack called "Protein Baumkuchen Egg & Cheese." Since it's a sweet made with cheese, as a cheese dessert enthusiast, I decided to give it a try. Compared to MUJI's standard "Fuzoroi (Imperfect) Baumkuchen" series... -
Cheesecake Paradise in Setagaya: Visiting Tokyo’s “CHEESECAKE CLUB”
I visited "CHEESECAKE CLUB," a cafe in Okusawa, Setagaya Ward, Tokyo, known for its extensive selection of cheesecakes, and tried their Basque Cheesecake and Tiramisu Basque. A Setagaya Cafe Boasting a Wealth of Cheesecake Varieties CHEE... -
Flan Meets Cheesecake: Trying Chez Shibata’s “Flan Fromage” in Tokyo
While strolling through the pastry and sweets section of the Seibu Ikebukuro department store in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, I stumbled upon a fascinating dessert. It is a cake that combines cheese with "flan" (flan pâtissier)—a custard tart-like ... -
Review: Mt. Fuji Blueberry Cheesecake KitKat — A Unique Blue Souvenir Treat
I spotted a cheesecake-flavored KitKat at a local drugstore and decided to pick it up. The product is the "KitKat Blueberry Cheesecake Flavor Mt. Fuji Pack (10 Pieces)." Upon tasting it, I found several unique characteristics that set it... -
WHITE GLASS COFFEE Shibuya: Trying the Unique “White Basque Cheesecake”
I visited "WHITE GLASS COFFEE," a cafe located about a 10-minute walk from Shibuya Station, and tried their "White Basque Cheesecake." About WHITE GLASS COFFEE (Atmosphere & Features) WHITE GLASS COFFEE is located in the Sakuragaokac... -
7-Eleven Japan Review: The New “Kajiru” Lemon Cheesecake
7-Eleven, a popular convenience store chain in Japan, periodically releases items from its semi-regular dessert line "Kajiru Cheesecake" (handheld, bite-style cheesecake) every few months. Now, a brand-new flavor, "Kajiru Lemon Cheesecak... -
The Complete Guide to Cheesecake in Koenji, Tokyo
Here is a summary of shops offering cheesecake around Koenji Station. We have compiled various types of establishments, including sit-down cafes and takeout-only cake shops. * Please note that some cheesecakes featured in this article ma... -
[FamilyMart] I Tried the “Angel’s Chocolate Cheesecake” — Fluffy Texture and Mellow Sweetness in Every Bite
"Angel's Cheesecake" is a popular dessert that regularly reappears at the Japanese convenience store chain "FamilyMart." Recently, a chocolate version titled "Angel's Chocolat Cheesecake" was released. I bought one right away, so here ar... -
A Guide to Cafés and Cake Shops Near Nakano Station in Tokyo with Delicious Cheesecake
Here is a curated list of cafes and cake shops serving delicious cheesecakes around Nakano Station in Tokyo. Butter Located on the north side of Nakano Station along Waseda-dori Avenue, Butter is a sleek, minimalist-style cafe. It is wid... -
Cheesecake made with Gouda cheese, available at [PRIME FIVE TULLY’S COFFEE]
"TULLY'S COFFEE" is a well-known cafe chain with over 800 locations across Japan. In fact, they operate "PRIME FIVE TULLY'S COFFEE," a line of premium stores designed to offer an elevated experience with a higher-quality menu than standa... -
All 10 Limited-Time Cheesecakes at HARBS: Flavors and Highlights of Each Slice
HARBS is an immensely popular cafe chain loved not only by locals in Japan but also by international tourists. In this article, I will introduce a total of 10 seasonal cheesecake varieties that rotate on a limited-time menu at HARBS. A p... -
A baked cheesecake with a smooth texture purchased at the “New Days” convenience store
"NewDays" is a convenience store chain operated mainly inside train stations by the JR East Group. In fact, it has a very extensive lineup of original products, including bread, sweets, and beverages. New cheesecake products are also rel... -
Koenji, Tokyo [RAD BROS CAFE] I Tried Their Freshly Squeezed Fermented Mont Blanc Basque Cheesecake! A luxurious dessert featuring Basque cheesecake and vanilla ice cream topped with a generous helping of chestnut paste.
At RAD BROS CAFE, located about a 6-minute walk from Koenji Station on the Chuo Line, I enjoyed a Mont Blanc Basque cheesecake generously topped with chestnut paste. About RAD BROS CAFE RAD BROS CAFE opened in 2021 in Koenji-kita, Sugina... -
[Nakano, Tokyo] Corn Basque Cheesecake at Cafe “butter”: A Unique & Delightful Twist
I tried a delightful cheesecake featuring a rich, natural sweetness and a fun, popping texture. It’s the corn Basque cheesecake from "butter," a cafe located in Nakano, Tokyo. Allow me to introduce the charm of this unique Basque cheesec... -
Cafes Where You Can Enjoy Cheesecake Around Shibuya, Tokyo [A Roundup of 14 Spots]
Here are 14 selected cafes in Shibuya within walking distance of the station where you can enjoy delicious cheesecake. At the end of the article, I also introduce 5 particularly recommended shops and their cheesecakes. Be sure to check t... -
Best Cafes for Delicious Cheesecake in Shinjuku, Tokyo [Top 11 Recommendations]
Hello.I'm Kanazawa, a cheesecake enthusiast who eats cheesecake almost every day.Among the cafés I have personally visited, I have selected cafés within walking distance of Shinjuku Station where you can enjoy delicious cheesecake in the...
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