Cherry Blossom Flavoured Shaved Ice Released at Kakigori Atelier Sekka in Sugamo

09.April.2018 | FOOD

Kakigori Atelier Sekka is a shaved ice shop in Sugamo ― a neighbourhood in Toshima, Tokyo ― that has been using natural ice from Mount Fuji since this year. The shop is now selling limited edition cherry blossom flavoured shaved ice for spring only.

 

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The shaved ice has no-bake cheesecake syrup poured all over it and the inside is filled with cherry blossom flavoured condensed milk. It is topped with cherry blossom petals and cherry blossom fromage blanc.

 

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The shop is also selling their Ichigo Mamire strawberry shaved ice again which is a hit every year. This popular flavour is stuffed with so many strawberries you won’t know if you’re eating strawberries or shaved ice. Be sure to check this one out too.

 

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If you’re in Tokyo, then make sure to stop by Kakigori Atelier Sekka this spring and cool yourself off with one of their limited seasonal flavours.

 

■Information

Kakigori Atelier Sekka

Address: 3-37-6 Sugamo, Toshima-ku, Tokyo

Opening Hours: 11:00-17:00

*Opening hours will change in the summer season.

Closed: Mondays

Access: 5-minutes on foot from Sugamo Station via the Yamanote Line / 3-minutes on foot from Sugamo Station via the Toei Mita Line

TEL:  03-5980-9891

Website: http://www.atelier-sekka.com/

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    Shaved ice is one of the most popular desserts during summertime in Japan. It’s made with ice shaved from an ice block and drizzled in different kinds of syrups.

     

    Here’s a list of 6 shaved ice desserts you should try in Japan this summer.

     

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    Fruit Parlor Odawara is located in the city of Hachinohe in Aomori Prefecture and sells desserts mixed with fresh fruits. Their strawberry shaved ice is made with around 25 sachinoka strawberries farmed locally, while their melon shaved ice uses carefully selected ripe melons and is served inside a melon. Only 10 of each flavour are available to purchase each day. They’re being sold until the end of August, so be sure to visit quick!

     

    ■Information

    Fruit Parlor Odawara

    Address: 3-4-3 Uchimaru, Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture

    Opening Hours: [Monday-Saturday] 9:00am-8:00pm / [Sunday & Holidays] 9:00am-7:00pm

    No Fixed Holidays.

    Website: http://www.banrin.co.jp

     

     

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    Address: Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs B2F, 2-21-1 Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 10:00-21:00

    TEL: 03-6434-1692

    Website: http://www.mariogelateria.com

     

     

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    Taiyaki Tomoean

    Address: 1-35-20 Asagayaminami, Suginami-ku, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 11:00-20:00

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    TEL: 03-6383-2144

    Website: http://www.tomoean.net/

     

     

     

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    Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/113471

     

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    Address: Shanzerize Harajuku B1, 4-28-14, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 11am-9pm (Last Orders 8:30pm)

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    Website: https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1306/A130601/13207127/

     

     

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    ■Information

    Hotel Green Plaza Karuizawa, Karuizawa Lakeside Shop

    Address: 2277 Omae, Tsumagoi-mura, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma Prefecture

    Available: Everyday from July 28, 2018 – September 2, 2018

    Opening Hours: 11:00am-4:00pm (Last Orders 3:30pm)

    Website: http://www.hgp.co.jp/inf/Z10/pdf/201806_KL_WEB用_夏フェスデータ_3.pdf

     

     

    Tamba Spring Water Shaved Ice

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    Tamba Spring Water Shaved Ice

    Available: June 21, 2018 to mid-September

    Serving Times: From 2:00pm (Closed: Wednesdays)

    Location: Nakajima Taishodo – Tamba Honten

     

    Address: 448 Kaibaracho Kaibara, Tanba-shi, Hyogo Prefecture

    Opening Hours:

    Shop – Weekdays 11:00am-5:00pm / Weekends & Holidays 10:00am-5:30pm

    Cafe – Weekdays 11:00am-5:00pm / Weekends & Holidays 11:00am-5:30pm

    Closed: Wednesdays, New Year’s Holidays

    TEL: 0795-73-0160

    Website: http://www.ntdshop.jp/

     

     

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    It’s an old Japanese-style house so it has a much different atmosphere to that of stylish Daikanyama. The outside of it has a warm and welcoming feel to it that will have you wanting to see what kind of place it is.

    Upon entering through the shop sign curtain, you arrive in the courtyard which is surrounded by trees. You can hear the sounds of birds from somewhere, and when the wind blows you also hear the rustling of tree leaves. You completely forget you’re in Tokyo as you feel like you’ve come to a grandma’s house in the countryside. It’s very relaxing.

    Hm? What’s this odd looking thing?

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    This sign makes for a great photo spot. It says ‘Urara’ just like the name of the café. Its nostalgic design is so cute!

    When you really look, it says tissue paper on it! There’s lots to be discovered on the posters and signs that make up the interior, it’s a lot of fun!

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    Let’s eat!

    Where have I tasted this before…

     

    The matcha seeped all the way to the middle of the shaved ice. The refreshing sweetness was so tasty. The adzuki beans are from Tokachi in Hokkaido. They were a perfect combination with the condensed milk. The ice used is natural ice from Nikko. It’s fluffy, tastes great, and doesn’t give you brain freeze!

     

    Natural ice is different from regular ice. It’s frozen slowly so the crystals have high density, and it takes longer for it to melt. The cool part was how it didn’t crumple instantly when I poured the syrup on it!

    This is blueberry syrup (¥600). The blueberries used are from Nagano. They make it from jam in the café. Isn’t the colour just beautiful?

    It has that sour flavour that blueberries have and a refreshing, lip-smacking sweetness.

    I normally don’t drink alcohol, but since Urara is a café and a bar I will show you a mojito (¥600). The mint is so refreshing!

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    I also got to meet Tama-chan, the cat who comes to play at Urara. One time when I came before Tama was out walking so I didn’t get to meet him.

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    ■Information

    Urara

    Address: 20-10 Sarugakucho, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: Weekdays 11:30am-7:00pm / Weekends & Holidays 11:30am-7:30pm

    *Closed during rainy weather.

    Access: 4-minutes on foot from Daikanyama Station via the Tokyu Tokoyo Line

    Website: http://www.hrm.co.jp/news/2016/04/garden-cafe-bar-urara

     

    Photographer:Haruka Yamamoto

    Editor:Ai Watanabe

    Design:Yuko Abe(ASOBISYSTEM)

    Translater:Joshua Kitosi-Isanga

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    11.August.2018 | FOOD

    The PEANUTS Cafe in Nakameguro is themed on the popular American comic strip Peanuts featuring Charlie Brown and Snoopy. The cafe is now selling a limited edition shaved ice inspired by the character Woodstock, a yellow bird and Snoopy’s best friend.

    EAT-IN Woodstock Shaved Ice – ¥850 (Pre-Tax)

     

    The cool and refreshing eat-in Woodstock Shaved Ice is made with frozen mango, pineapple and orange and drizzled in a lemon syrup. The whipped cream is topped with lemon flavoured cotton candy made in the image of Woodstock’s iconic tuft. Enjoy a unique texture by pouring the passion fruit sauce over the fluffy cotton candy♡

     

    TAKEOUT Woodstock Shaved Iced – ¥650 (Pre-Tax)

     

    The takeout version includes passion fruit sauce, lemon flavoured espuma cream and lemon syrup. Underneath the shaved ice are delicious pieces of frozen mango, pineapple and orange.

     

    Cool down from the sunshine with Woodstock’s refreshing sweet and sour yellow coloured shaved ice.

     

    ■Information

    Woodstock Shaved Ice

    Location: PEANUTS Cafe Nakameguro (2-16-7 Aobadai, Meguro-ku, Tokyo)

    Available: August 10, 2018 – September 18, 2018

    Official Website: http://www.peanutscafe.jp/

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  • Fruit-Filled Afternoon Tea Inspired by Japanese Folktale Momotaro Announced

    01.July.2022 | FOOD / SPOT

    Kawagoe Prince Hotel, located in an Edo-period castle town in northwest Tokyo, will begin offering a special afternoon tea set starting July 1, 2022. Inspired by the Japanese folktale Momotaro, the summer fruit-filled tower of treats will be available until August 31, 2022.

     

     

     

    Top Plate

     

    Middle Plate

     

    Bottom Plate

     

    Savory

     

     

    The top plate of the three-tiered set features tasty peach and cheese mousse, peach meringue, macadamia nut chocolate, and Kibi Dango put together to resemble the hero of the story, Momotaro. On the middle tier, visitors will find sweets inspired by the many animals found in the story, from the monkey and dog to the pheasants. Guests can enjoy many summer fruits including mango and kiwi. 

     

    Those who come to the store in a yukata (summer kimono) and follow the official Kawagoe Prince Hotel Instagram will receive a special fruit platter.

     

    Come enjoy the world of Momotaro as you wander around this historical Japanese town!

  • Summer-Exclusive Shaved Ice Available at Tokyo Tower Adjacent Terrace Dining TANGO

    25.June.2022 | FOOD / SPOT

    Terrace Dining TANGO, located at the base of Tokyo Tower, will begin selling three unique flavors of shaved ice for summer starting on July 1! These tasty treats will only be available until August 31, so be sure to visit while you can.

     

     

    WA! Bear

    TANGO’s original shaved ice is popular every summer, and in 2022, customers can grab a bear-shaped treat made with brown sugar syrup and condensed milk.

     

    Strawberry Milk ~Rose Scented~

    Made with fluffy ice and homemade strawberry sauce, this delectable treat is topped with condensed milk and smells like sweet roses. Inside, customers will find rose gelato and strawberry compote.

     

    Taiwanese Pineapple and Coconut

    This fluffy shaved ice is topped with coconut milk, Taiwanese pineapple, and a generous dollop of sweet sauce. The ginger adds a spicy accent, keeping it interesting until the final bite.

     

    Terrace Dining TANGO is attached to The Place of Toyo, a wedding hall overlooking Tokyo Tower. The shaved ice, available only during the summer, is made of natural ice that has been filtered and frozen slowly for 48 hours to create a fluffier texture. Each is served with a special sauce made by the restaurant’s pâtissier.

     

    Come enjoy these sweets that make summer a little more fun!

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