The specialty of Minami Aso Railway's Tate No Station: "Niko Niko Manju"! Buy some and set off for a picnic on the One Piece train!
This store is actually a century-old establishment! Founded in 1907, even though it's called manju, it’s actually a common red bean bun found in Taiwan. You can see the aunties and grandmothers wrapping them by hand right at the entrance.
A serving contains 8 pieces, but since they're bite-sized, one person can finish it alone, making it convenient for sharing among multiple people! Personally, I find the sweetness of the red bean filling just right, and there’s a hint of sweet sake aroma (similar to sweet rice wine), so it’s simple yet not boring!
It's very convenient to eat while waiting for the train or to bring on board. If you're visiting Aso, be sure to give it a try!
Hello everyone, I am Awei from Zhongli, a food enthusiast.
Since I got Fooday, I’m always thinking about where to find new restaurants to introduce to everyone.
Correspondingly, my dining expenses have been increasing as well.
The store features traditional Japanese architecture, with cheerful Japanese light music playing, solid wood tables and chairs, and the fragrant smell of cypress wood in the air—
instantly putting me in a relaxed mood.
I ordered a waffle set ($220), and during the wait, I could already smell the waffles. After tasting the final product, I felt the 20-minute wait was worth it; the waffles were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a strong matcha flavor that was not bitter at all!
The wooden structure paired with floor-to-ceiling windows
and lots of trees and ema (wooden plaques) nearby
made the whole experience incredibly Japanese!
There weren't many people in the store on the weekend.
The matcha mille-feuille is not too sweet.
The seating for dining in is quite ample, and there were not many people during lunch time.
The Uji matcha cream roll is priced at 90 NT dollars, and the matcha flavor is quite strong without being too bitter 🥰.
The cake is moist and soft, slightly smaller than I expected XD.
The Kyo Uji matcha is 115 NT dollars, pure Uji matcha without added milk.
The Uji matcha soft serve is 110 NT dollars, and the texture of the soft serve isn’t too milky,
but also has a strong matcha flavor that isn’t too bitter at all.
This is a matcha🍵 light dining specialty shop, stepping into the warm Japanese wooden building felt like entering an atmosphere where trendy young people pose and pretend to be sophisticated. Everything, from the ambiance to the dishes, hit the spot for me.
They have a buy one get one free offer on matcha soft serve, and I must say, the sweet aroma of brown sugar perfectly balances the bitterness of the matcha, especially during the buy-one-get-one promotion.
The matcha soft serve paired with two glutinous rice balls (as country folks say, “tangyuan”), with their chewy texture combined with the melt-in-your-mouth matcha soft serve, gave me a delightful yet slightly painful thrill with my sensitive teeth 🦷.
The 7.8 sweetness of the red bean combined with the slightly bitter soft serve when taken in one bite creates a sweet and bitter taste, reminiscent of my ex-girlfriends holding hands and walking into my wedding venue; the memories in my heart are sweet, but my eyes are misty with emotions.
Waffle snacks delayed by a buckwheat noodle shop? A dessert now turned into one of Japan's top 100 wagashi shops, with its chewy white pancake available only one day a week!
This shop originally started as a buckwheat noodle restaurant, known for its affordability and great taste, becoming very popular among nearby office workers.
However, I especially recommend the small takeaway window for waffle snacks outside. It’s surprising that such a small shop received recognition as one of Japan's top 100 wagashi shops in 2023, with long queues every Wednesday.
The regular pancake is already well-known, but I always happen to visit on Wednesdays when the exclusive white pancake is available. Its texture is somewhat similar to mochi or bouncy tapioca, with a hint of sweetness. The filling is generous too, making one satisfying to the point of fullness!
The red bean filling has chunky bits, cooked until soft and melts in the mouth, with a sweetness that leans slightly on the sugary side, but still acceptable for me. Additionally, I always order the "soybean flour" flavor, which is sweet and has a slightly crunchy texture; it’s a flavor that almost everyone opts for.
The white pancake is only sold on Wednesdays and every second and fourth Sunday of the month. If you have the chance to try it, you definitely should!
The world-famous Mizushingen Mochi originating store! A traditional wagashi shop from Yamanashi 🍡
It became a worldwide sensation online about 7.8 years ago.
This dreamy dessert, which you would originally need to travel to a distant mountainous area to enjoy, can actually be found right next to Lake Kawaguchi in Fujiyoshida!
And it’s the official branch of the shop that created this dessert, KanSeiKen!
It is sold only on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from June to September each year.
On days with good weather, this location offers a direct view of the vast Mount Fuji 🗻.
Additionally, the indoor seating area on the second floor opens only after 10 AM, and the seats there are very comfortable while offering a view of Mount Fuji!
I must mention that from 7 to 9 AM, there’s a hidden breakfast rice ball set available on the second floor. I couldn’t try it this time, so I couldn’t share it with the Fooday camera, but I highly recommend everyone to try it 🍙.
The Mizushingen Mochi is incredibly transparent and super smooth, it feels like you’re eating water (?). Each piece is ¥660, so if you get the chance, definitely give it a try!
The texture is very rich and smooth, and the purple yam really has that sweet potato graininess, which is very special! I have never had anything like it outside. It also has the aroma of sweet potatoes. If you come to Ishigaki Island, you must try this flavor. Additionally, we ordered a rich flavor; the richness was okay, but it came with a jar of caramel. The caramel has a strong toasted aroma, which really adds to the experience!
Located in the basement of Namba Walk, it is a sweet shop called Maeda, famous for its mitarashi dango.
Mitarashi Matcha Soft Serve
I took it out and ate it.
It was around 4pm and the restaurant was full and there was a line, but there was space available for takeaway so I was able to buy some right away.
The combination of cold soft serve ice cream and warm mitarashi dango was exquisite and delicious.
*Personally, I think regular soft serve goes better with mitarashi than matcha flavored.
This store was on the way to the main hall of Asakusa Temple. I saw a lot of people queuing up, so even though I didn’t know what they were selling, I still lined up. When I arrived, I found that it was a dessert shop, and I also saw matcha ice cream. As for the desire to try matcha when I see it in Japan, I ordered a vanilla and matcha mixed flavor ice cream.
It tastes not too sweet overall, and the combination of vanilla and matcha is also very fragrant. The taste of matcha itself is actually not too strong. Strictly speaking, it is not a very special ice cream, considering that you still need to queue up. Well, I don't really recommend it that much.
But on the contrary, if you happen to see that it is not crowded when you pass by, you can also buy one to give it a try.
When it comes to soufflé waffles, woosa must be the first thing that comes to my mind. Whether it's the warm, luxurious Japanese decoration or the exquisite freshly prepared meals, it makes me want to visit again.
#berry tart ice cream muffin
It is recommended to add the set meal to the main meal. For +$279, you can choose any waffle for $350. The waffles are as delicious as ever, served hot, with a cloud-like texture, paired with silky custard sauce, sweet and sour berries and jam, every bite is a pleasure!
#comprehensive fruit tea
Every time I eat waffles, I always choose hot fruit tea. This hot fruit tea is not too bitter or sour. When the remaining 1/3 is left, you can heat water to drink it back. It is very suitable for a leisurely afternoon~
#creamtrufflewildmushroomshell noodles
The sauce is cooked with pork, so it is not completely vegetarian! When it was served this time, I felt that the food was not quite warm enough and was a bit lukewarm. However, the truffle flavor is sufficient, and there is also runny egg yolk, which adds to the layering of the meal.
#Smoked salmon mentaiko sea urchin noodles
There is enough sauce, you can eat mentaiko in almost every bite, and there are also a lot of smoked salmon fillets. It is full of happiness when you eat it! The taste of the food may be a bit heavy, but it is very fresh and delicious, highly recommended!
#integratedseafoodsalmoncuisine
The portion is not much but it is memorable! Peeled shrimps, salmon cubes and clams are added to the mixed rice. It tastes like soaked rice, but the taste of the soup is amazing.
Although it is a waffle shop, Woosa's savory dishes are not inferior. Meals are cooked to order and require a wait. The portions are quite delicate, and even those with small appetites can finish it by themselves! It’s also very suitable for girls to have dinner together~
🍽Crispy fish fingers + French fries $180
🍽Smoked salmon mentaiko sea urchin noodles $330
🍽Integrated seafood and salmon combo $300
🍽Cream truffle mushroom shell noodles $330
🍽+Classic set meal $279 (berry tart ice cream waffle + mixed fruit tea hot $30)
Overall rating: 7.8/10
Note: Each low-cost purchase is for one item, and there is a 10% service charge.
🌰 Hualien City▫️A Japanese dessert shop that feels like traveling through time and space
🌰 Showa𝟓𝟖
✨🎂 Birthday series of articles𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟮 🎂✨
Foreign confections · Ice products · Matcha · Coffee
Let’s have an old-school retro date at a dessert shop🫶🏻
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One day I was attracted by a photo of Chestnut Mont Blanc
If you decide to go to Hualien to play, you must eat it❕
This Japanese-style Showa-style cafe has a great atmosphere
Even the choice of tableware is very particular.
(Friends in the same industry who have done some research on this said that a certain set costs 7,000)
After arriving at the scene, the service staff will show you the seats
It happened to be fully booked when our group of people arrived.
So the service staff asked us to wait for 𝟏𝟎 minutes
It’s a pity that when I came to visit today, I had about 𝟏𝟕:𝟎𝟎
The long-cherished chestnut Montblanc has been sold out
I had to try other items with my friends first🥹
Please note that please refer to FB announcements for business dates and times
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➰Caramel Alfacade𝟏𝟖𝟎
The theme is vanilla ice cream with Italian squirrel espresso☕️
The sweetness of ice cream and the bitterness of coffee are perfectly blended
Trehalose cat tongue shortbread on the top and Brittany shortbread on the bottom 🍪
Adds lots of interesting textures to the whole
Very satisfied after tasting overall
There is also a version without caramel which is discounted by 𝟏𝟎 yuan
➰Matcha Latte𝟏𝟒𝟎
Matcha and milk combined
Let’s make matcha an adult drink🍵
Becomes smoother and smoother
Nothing particularly amazing
But it is also an item that matcha lovers can choose from.
➰raw toast 𝟗𝟎
Baked until golden and crisp🍞very attractive
Cut it, pick it up, take a bite
The soft interior has the natural aroma of chewy starch
Paired with cream, it’s a perfect afternoon tea🤎
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How about other items that my friends ordered so much that they can’t comment?
But the appearance alone is very delicious.
The four of us were very comfortable chatting from 𝟏𝟕:𝟎𝟎 to the time when the store is about to close.
We agree that next time
Must try the Chestnut Mont Blanc again
Looking forward to visiting Hualien next time✨
Overall Rating: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗
A Japanese ice cream and dessert shop located between the Taipower Building and the ancient pavilion
All I can say is that the ice cream here is really great in the summer.
All I can say is that the ice cream here is really great in the summer.
All I can say is that the ice cream here is really great in the summer.
I definitely didn’t fight three times because I was tired.
It’s because the ice here is really great! !
It’s really nice to be able to eat such great ice here on a hot summer day.
Especially the portions of ice cream here are actually very large.
Although he looks big, he actually melts quickly
So friends, if you order ice cream, eat it quickly!
And the taste of the ice cream here will change over time.
If you come in different seasons, the menu may be different.
But I have eaten until now
All the ice is really delicious
And the different flavors are very distinctive.
You really have to come all the way to eat here!
Of course it’s a Japanese dessert shop
Of course there are also some Japanese desserts
I also ordered a pancake that day
It's also quite good
The decoration inside the store is also very atmospheric.
The whole thing has a very textured wood tone feel
Decorated with some books and flowers
Very elegant and elegant atmosphere!
But I think it’s a pity because the space in the store is not too big.
So the locations are actually very limited.
So sometimes you may have to wait if there are too many people
But the good thing is that maybe everyone comes here to have a bowl of ice and then leave.
So the table turnover rate is actually quite fast.
You shouldn’t have to wait long for your meal!
It’s so hot in Taiwan now
I really recommend it, if you want to eat ice, you must come here!
I don’t know why his ice cream is thinner than Mianmian Ice!
So the taste is quite good
In addition, the overall presentation and decoration are really great
The taste when paired with ice is very distinctive
I really want to try every flavor!
But it should be noted that everyone here has low consumption.
My impression is that each person has to pay $180 for $200.
But because some of the ice products here are not even at this price.
So you may have to order an ice dessert or something to be satisfied.
Food: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌖
Drinks: N/A
Atmosphere: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌖
Service: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌘
Price: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗
Location: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌑
⭐️Food section
As introduced above
It's been too hot lately, so I always come here to eat ice cream.
I can only say that the ice here is really great.
I've been here twice to have ice cream.
I was very impressed by the taste both times
One time I ate fruit flavored food
That time I had black tea and a fruit
Usually the store will make a small cup next to the special one to add the sauce of the iced product.
If you feel that the ice cream doesn’t have enough sauce
You can add extra for a more sour and sweet feeling😍😍
In addition, I think the dessert part is also very good.
Although because the ice cream part is so good
The dessert part pales in comparison.
But the dessert is already a high-level performance!
What I think is great about the ice is
Its taste and density are more delicate than Taiwan’s traditional Mian Mian Ice.
So when you eat it, it feels like it melts in your mouth.
Except of course the ice itself
Taste is also very important
There are so many ice cream flavors here
Choose from a wide variety of fruit flavors
It tastes like grapefruit or plum.
Personally, I really appreciate the plum flavor!
It can be said to be super awesome
Because the whole taste is sour and sweet~~
It’s really great to eat in this restaurant on a hot day!
If you don’t exclude friends who eat ice in summer
I really want to give it a try here.
You may want to try all the ice cream on the menu!
⭐️Drink section
There should be other drinks sold here.
But I haven’t eaten it since I came here twice.
So I won’t comment on this part first.
⭐️Atmosphere part
The interior decoration inside the store is really high-quality.
Including that the entire tables and chairs are made of wood.
And the overall lighting is quite soft.
With a simple feel
There is a small flower pot on each table
Then there were some paintings hanging on the walls and the like
The whole store feels quite comfortable~~~
I can only say that this place is quite suitable for dating.
Walking on the road on a hot day when both of you are very hot
Come in and have a bowl of delicious ice
Enjoy it together. It sounds great just thinking about it!
⭐️Service section
The staff in the store are quite enthusiastic.
We will also introduce the contents of each meal or ice cream in detail.
The basic service is to help you order, pay, and deliver it to your table.
But please note that only cash is accepted here.
So friends must bring enough cash~
⭐️Location section
In terms of transportation, this place is convenient.
The location is probably between Guting Station and Taipower Building Station
Of course, it’s not a distance you can walk as soon as you get out of the MRT station.
Walking around on a hot day will still make you sweat profusely.
But just walking the distance, you can experience the refreshing feeling of waiting for ice cream.
Maybe this is the sense of gap!
If you take the bus, there is a bus stop nearby.
So in terms of transportation, I personally think it’s okay~
⭐️Price section
A bowl of ice here probably costs nearly $300.
It may not be cheap for ice cream.
But paired with its overall deliciousness and texture
I think it's acceptable
In addition, the prices of desserts here are not high.
But because everyone has a low consumption limit
So you may also want to pay attention to whether the low-cost price for two people if you order a bowl of ice for two people!
⭐️Overall
This ice cream shop is probably the best ice cream I’ve had in recent years.
In fact, Dixon rarely eats ice cream.
After all, eating ice doesn’t feel very good for the body.
But it’s really hot in Taiwan recently
If we insist on eating ice, we all want to eat the best!
So if friends nearby are passing by,
You are very welcome to come here and try his ice cream.
After all, the overall decoration feels quite great.
It’s also quite suitable for taking photos!