Photographed on June 1, 25. After Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. It is a soy chai tea latte and an Earl Grey & orange scone sandwich.

At Rokka no Mori, Shirane-aoi, large-flowered Trillium, and anemone are in full bloom 😊 At the attached Rokka’ café (Rokkafe), you can enjoy freshly made Marusei butter sand, so please try one during tea time after strolling through the garden 🎵 📌 Rokka no Mori [Open Period] April 25, 2025 – October 26, 2025 [Opening Hours] ■ April, May, August, September, October 10:00–16:00 Shop: 10:30–16:00, Café: 11:00–16:00 (last order 15:30) ■ June, July 9:00–16:00 Shop: 9:30–16:00 Café: 11:00–16:00 (last order 15:30) [Admission] Adults ¥1,000, elementary and junior high school students ¥500 [Access] 🚗 About 40 minutes by car from Obihiro Station, about 20 minutes by car from Tokachi-Obihiro Airport, 🚌 About 1 hour by bus from Obihiro Station (get off at the nearest stop: Michi-no-Eki Nakasatsunai) From Michi-no-Eki Nakasatsunai it’s about a 15-minute walk, or rent a bicycle at Michi-no-Eki Nakasatsunai and cycle about 5 minutes https://www.rokkatei.co.jp/facilities/%E5%85%AD%E8%8A%B1%E3%81%AE%E6%A3%AE-...

Photographed on May 12, 25. LEC COFFEE's black latte and gateau fromage 🍊. 🍊 I'm happy because I like it 🍋. 😊

Photographed on May 12, 25. This is LEC COFFEE's gateau fromage. 🍊 🍊 ☕️ But it goes well with.

Photographed on April 9, 25. After the cherry blossom viewing, we visited Maestro of Resona Coedo Terrace. It is a café latte, matcha, and a new product An Butter Financier. An Butter Financier uses Essire Butter.

Introducing Arao’s sweet shops! Alongside delicious cakes, you’ll find sweets made with Arao’s local specialties and confections inspired by the city of Arao! Try to discover them for yourself. Patisserie Himaki They pride themselves not only on flavor but also on a wide variety of cakes and baked sweets made with Arao pears. Genre Sweets Address 2-3-1 Higashiyayakata, Arao City Phone 0968-64-7112 Business hours 10:00 – 20:00 Closed Thursday Parking 6 spaces Instagram https://www.instagram.com/patisserie_himaki?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==...

Photographed 5/1/25. After the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival, I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. It's a cappuccino cinnamon roll. Cinnamon rolls have gotten bigger, haven't they? 😊

Introducing Arao’s sweet shops! Alongside delicious cakes, you’ll find sweets made with Arao’s specialty products and confections inspired by Arao! Be sure to discover them. ◆European Confections MAEHIRO From classic to creative, we offer a wide range of sweets for many occasions. You’re sure to find a favorite. Address 2443-2 Arao, Arao City Phone 0968-62-1144 Hours 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM Closed Wednesdays (may change for seasonal events) Parking Space available in front of the shop Instagram https://www.instagram.com/maehiro_cake?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==...

Arao’s food scene offers a rich variety! Families and friends alike will find plenty of flavors to love. Arao’s dining options range from specialty sushi, ramen, okonomiyaki, and yakiniku restaurants to chic cafes and restaurants, plus numerous confectioneries and nightlife spots. After a day of fun, relax at your favorite spot. ~Maki Cafe~ A takeout shop on Greenland Street known for freshly made crepes, sweets, and café-style menu items. Genre Takeout-only cafe Address 827-2 Miyauchi, Arao City Phone 070-5400-7654 Hours 12:00 – 17:00 Closed Tuesdays (next day if a public holiday) plus one irregular day per month Parking 5 spaces Instagram https://www.instagram.com/makicafe_?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==...

Photographed on April 7, 25. CAFE ANDON's Moke Chocolate and Strawberry Butter Sandwich. 🍓 On warm days, terrace seating is also good.

On April 26th I visited the Atami Pudding Kinomiya Station shop that opened the day before. The retro atmosphere of Kinomiya Station fits it perfectly. The first photo shows the Kinomiya-only “Mugikogashi Pudding.” I recommend it. ❤️ https://www.instagram.com/atami_kankou/...

Arao’s food scene offers a rich variety! Families and friends alike will find plenty of satisfying flavors. From specialty sushi bars, ramen shops, okonomiyaki and yakiniku restaurants to chic cafes and eateries, plus a wide selection of confectioneries and nighttime drinking spots, Arao’s gourmet options are abundant. After a day of fun, enjoy a meal at your favorite place. ~Sharara (Sharara)~ After a meal and a parfait, savor a gentle coffee brewed with a siphon. Genre Cafe Address 1107-3 Miyauchi, Arao City Phone 0968-64-3825 Hours 11:00 – 21:00 (Last order 20:30) Closed Mondays; if a public holiday falls on Monday, the next day will be observed Parking 25 spaces Capacity 40 people Official site https://sharara1985.com//

[Notice] Taramaru Square 2025 is now open! First phase: April 26–27, April 29 Second phase: May 3–5 At the Roadside Station event plaza See the image for vendor information ↓

Photographed on April 5, 25. This is LEC COFFEE's matcha tiramisu.

Photographed on April 15, 25. After Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. It is an oat milk latte and a strawberry tart.

[Cycling Guided Tour - Fruit Sweets Plan] Yesterday we guided guests from India! We picked strawberries while cycling 🍓 The strawberries we picked were turned into sweets at the cafe♪ It seems you don’t often get to eat strawberries in India. The freshly picked, sweet strawberries 🍓 They looked very pleased with the sweets at the cafe. For information on the guided tour, see below: https://www.vill-nagano-toyooka-kanko.jp/tourism/guide-tour/cycling-guide-tour-02/5975/... [Cycling Guided Tour - Fruit Sweets Plan] Yesterday, we guided a customer from India! We picked strawberries while cycling 🍓 The strawberries we picked were made into sweets at the cafe ♪ It seems that you can't eat strawberries very often in India. The freshly picked sweet strawberries 🍓 And they seemed very satisfied with the sweets at the cafe.

Introducing an experiential tour you can enjoy in Tokachi, Hokkaido 😄 —Enjoy with a strawberry farmer— A half-day strawberry-focused plan in Shikaoicho Farm Bell Veggy is a family-run farm where a husband and wife carefully grow and sell their home-grown strawberries. In this program, you’ll pick ripe strawberries grown energetically inside the greenhouse, then use your harvest to try making processed strawberry products and sweets. Farm Bell Veggy also operates a kitchen car selling food and drinks, so they know the best ways to enjoy their strawberries. This tour is a dream for sweet lovers, offering plenty of fresh strawberries to enjoy. Tour Schedule 13:30 Meet at Farm Bell Veggy 13:35 Program briefing and strawberry picking experience Enter the greenhouse where bright red strawberries grow. Harvest strawberries raised safely. 14:00 Strawberry jam-making experience Make jam from the strawberries you picked! 15:00 Pancake-making experience and tasting Make pancakes using fresh strawberries! Adding your own toppings makes the pancakes even more delicious. 16:30 Tour ends Operating period: Around late June to October Time: 13:30–16:30 (about 3 hours) Group size: 2–10 people (minimum 2 adults) Price: For 2 people (per person) Adult JPY 16,500, Elementary school student JPY 4,500 For 3 or more people (per person) Adult JPY 12,100, Elementary school student JPY 4,500 *With English interpretation, prices are as follows.* For 2 people (per person) Adult JPY 23,200, Elementary school student JPY 4,500 For 3 or more people (per person) Adult JPY 17,600, Elementary school student JPY 4,500 Please make a reservation at least 14 days before your desired date. Depending on guide availability, we may not be able to accommodate your preferred date. Thank you for your understanding. This is a great opportunity to meet and talk with the producers and learn about the behind-the-scenes of farming and food!! We hope this experience leads to new discoveries and perspectives, enriching your lifestyle. We would be delighted if a Tokachi experience became one page of your travel memories 😄 If you are interested, please visit the federation’s official website page “BEHIND THE GOOD TASTE —Journeys Connecting to the Roots of Food in Tokachi—” via the URL below! Contact KUNAU Publishing Co., Ltd. Slow Travel HOKKAIDO Email: slh@slow-life-hokkaido.com

After the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival, I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. Cappuccino and JoKind Snoopy American Waffles.

【Events】 Saturday, March 22 【Tour of sweets shops in Ikeda Town】 will be ✨ held in One person 2000 yen Capacity: 20 people The application period is until Monday, March 17. Because it has become, Apply as soon as possible (^^) Ikeda Town's Exquisite Sweets It is ♪ a very nice Events The time is also snack time after lunch. Ikeda Town's Aroma Coffee Take a breather at the craft park Gari to serve ♪ You can Fun both Japanese sweets and Western sweets, so please take this opportunity to participate! ------------------------------------------- 〈Application〉 Ikeda Town Chamber of Commerce and Industry TEL　0261-62-5085 *Reception hours are Weekdays 9:00~17:00 -------------------------------------------

Akindo City♪ Today (the 21st) and tomorrow (the 22nd) for two days Roadside Station Iwanai marks the Hina Festival with a special offer Beniko plush normally ¥2,100 is now ¥1,800! Beniko pudding (Fujita Confectionery Shop) Normally ¥200, now ¥180!! This pudding was recently enjoyed by Ichiyamamoto Seki on HBC’s Taku⭐︎Aki Bura Research We look forward to seeing you 😊

Why don't you stop by when you come to Squid Sawara?

Photographed on February 5, 25. MAESTRO's chocolate latte, Buckwheat noodles flour, and matcha financier.

Limited to 3 days! 【Amaou Afternoon Tea】 Popular varieties among strawberries, Luxurious afternoon tea🍰 with plenty of amaou The sweet and sour taste that spreads in the mouth creates a ♪ happy moment The production of dry ice that wraps the sweets is full 📸 of a sense of beauty With a parfait ✨ full of amaou Please enjoy it 🥰 🍓menu 【Sweets】 ・Amaou and black tea chiffon rolls ・Amaou Shortcake ・Amaou tart ・Strawberry macarons ・Amaou cream puff ・Amaou and chestnut Mont Blanc ・Strawberry Belline ・Amaou Chocolate Dip ・Amaou Parfait [Savory] ・Vichyssoise mousse, consomme julee ・ Today's gougère stuffing ・Amaou, mozzarella caprese 　Served with prosciutto ham, Aroma of Genoa [Drink] ・Ronnefeldt tea (7 kinds) ・Coffee ・Mocktail (2 types) 🍓fee 1 person ¥5,500 (tax and service charge included) 🍓 Offer Period Saturday, February 22, 2025 ~ Monday, February 24, 2025 🍓 Delivery time 22nd (Sat) & 23rd (Sun) 12:00~21:00 (Last entry 19:00) 24th (Mon) 12:00~17:00 (Last entry 15:00) *120 minutes Reservations and details 📞011-222-1522 Or visit the 👀 hotel's website

Photographed on January 15, 25. It is a financier of MAESTRO's Kawagoe tea (yuzu), Buckwheat noodles and matcha. I was able to make a cute 3D printed prop for shooting.

Photographed on January 13, 25. CAFE ANDON's café latte and apple pie. The apple pie comes with soft serve ice cream from Morino Ranch. It goes very well with warmed apple pie. The latte art is also very beautiful.

Kaiseki featuring seasonal ingredients [Seasonal Chef Recommended Dinner Course]. Limited to 15 meals a day, introducing the Japanese menu for January and February! 🌟menu ・ Seasonal sauce ・Assorted tuna, sweet shrimp, and salmon ・Fried chicken with lemon ・Chicken water cooking ・Salmon roe bowl (incense) ・Today's Fun Dessert Wagon 　Panna cotta with roses and framboise 　Marron Swiss roll cake 　Strawberry Shortcake 　Cream puffs with sweet potatoes 　Cafe gelato 4~5 kinds of desserts are offered 🍰 daily by wagon service 🌟 Delivery time 17：00～21：00（L.O.20：00） 🌟fee 1 person ¥5,200 🌟place B1 Four Seasons Reservations and details 📞011-222-1522 Or visit the 💖 hotel's website We look ✨ forward to seeing you

Photographed on January 3, 25. After Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. Honey Ginger Chai Tea Latte and Earl Grey Scones. 🫚 It 🍊 is very compatible with.

Wakamasu Bakery 🥖 @wakamasu_bakery (Instagram) A beloved shop frequented by regulars, I visited Wakamasu Bakery. The bakery has run for three generations from the founder to the current owner, moving from the original Ina shop to Suwa, and has continued for 99 years! Today, the owner and her father bake the bread together 🍞 Wakamasu began in Ina in the great-grandfather’s time, and the shop is linked to Nagano’s soul food, the gyūnyū pan (milk bread)!!! Pop-up signs in the shop explain the products and highlight their commitment to domestic wheat and sudakito (sudaki sugar), a mineral-rich sugar made from 100% cane. Their beloved “Milk Ball” is famous, and many regulars come just for it 🥖 ・A long-time favorite, the soft French-style roll filled with milk cream: the Milk Ball ・Owner’s pick: Cream Bread filled generously with homemade custard cream ・A recent hit: Croque Monsieur with homemade béchamel sauce, ham, and cheese ・Four kinds of sandwiches and two kinds of savory baked breads are available. ◎ Wakamasu Bakery 📍 4-11-10 Kogan Street, Suwa City ☎ 0266-52-3488 ◎ Business hours: 8:00 – 16:00 ◎ Business days: Thursday, Friday, Saturday ◎ Homepage: https://www.instagram.com/wakamasu_bakery/... Regular customers are hooked on Wakamasu Bakery’s Milk Ball! The owner’s great-grandfather started Wakamasu Bakery in Ina. Wakamasu Bakery has been in business for 99 years. Later, the owner’s father moved the shop to its current location in Suwa. Today, the owner and her father bake the bread together. Between you and me, Wakamasu Bread is connected to gyūnyū pan (milk cream bread). Nowadays the owner uses domestic wheat and sudaki sugar (a Japanese sugar rich in minerals). She is particular about ingredients. These are the regular offerings: ・Regular customers come for the Milk Ball. ・The owner’s recommendation is Cream Bread with homemade custard cream. ・A recent trend is the croque monsieur with homemade béchamel sauce, ham, and cheese. ・Four kinds of sandwiches and two kinds of cooked breads. ◎ Wakamasu Bakery 📍 4-11-10 Kogan Street, Suwa City ☎ 0266-52-3488 ◎ Business hours: 8:00 – 16:00 ◎ Business days: Thursday, Friday, Saturday ◎ Homepage: https://www.instagram.com/wakamasu_bakery/...

New afternoon tea from this month! Collaboration menu✨ with Hokkaido Cultural Broadcasting (UHB)'s web media "SASARU" [Afternoon tea with strawberries and snow] Afternoon tea☕ with the theme of Hokkaido's snow, winter, and seasonal strawberries The cute sweets with a strawberry motif and the dry ice production that wraps the sweets are full of a sense 📸 of brilliance Enjoy the pastry chef's special strawberry sweets, popular savouries, and Ronnefeldt ⛄ tea, a long-established German tea maker, to your heart's content 🍓menu ・Strawberry Shortcake Elegant sweetness sandwiched between sweet and sour strawberries on a fluffy sponge ・Strawberry tart A strawberry-filled tart with a cute strawberry tiara on it ・Strawberry White Chiffon Roll An elegant Swiss roll cake with fluffy chiffon dough and the sweet and sour taste of strawberries ・Strawberry macarons Visually pleasing, strawberry-like macarons ・Strawberry Pistachio Eclair You can enjoy the harmony of fragrant pistachio cream and sweet and sour strawberries ・Strawberry Framboise Mousse Two kinds of berries weave together a sweet with an exquisite balance of sweetness and sourness There is also a thick sauce inside ・Dessert.a.la.phrase Three-layer sweets of strawberry soup, strawberry jelly, and panna cotta ・Chicken red curry flavored focaccia sandwich ❄option 【Plan with Parfait】 You can add a tiramisu parfait with snow-inspired white chocolate and strawberries for +¥950. 【Recommendation Plan】 You can add a color drink that you can choose from 8 colors of "red, blue, yellow, green, purple, black, white" and a message cookie (with chocolate pen) for +¥700. ❄fee 1 person ¥3,500 (tax and service charge included) 🍓period January 7 (Tue) ~ February 28 (Fri) 【Regular holiday on Mondays】 *Vacation on February 22~24 due to Events ❄time Tue~Sat 12:00~21:00 (Last entry 19:00) 　Sun 12:00~17:00 (Last entry 15:00) *120 minutes 🍓place New Otani Inn Sapporo 1F Rendezvous Lounge Reservations and details 📞011-222-1522 Or visit the ✨ hotel's website

Photographed on January 4, 25. We asked LEC COFFEE. Lemonade and Sweet Potato Mont Blanc Pudding. The pudding is firm, topped with Sweet Potato and Mont Blanc, and is delicious. We look forward to working with you in 2025. 😊