The new takeout bakery Miffy Sakura Kitchen will open in Arashiyama, Kyoto on October 3, fusing traditional Japan with Dick Bruna's cute bunny character. The bakery faces the main street that runs from Togetsu-kyo Bridge through the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, the most iconic tourist spots of Arashiyama.  

Vintage Mugs - ¥1,200 (Pre-Tax)

 

Lunch Bowls - ¥2,000 (Pre-Tax)

  At the bakery you can get your hands on a range of Miffy licensed merchandise as well as a string of exclusive Miffy Sakura Kitchen made in the style of traditional Kyoto pottery and more.   Of course, there's plenty of delicious goodies to get your fingers on too like anpan sweet bread, danish pastries, ice cream, drinks and more, all inspired by Miffy.

Miffy Anpan - ¥260 (Pre-Tax)

The Miffy anpan is shaped like Miffy's face which is filled with sweet adzuki bean paste.  

Miffy Fuku Daruma Bread - ¥350 (Pre-Tax)

This cute and round Miffy bread is made in the image of a daruma doll and is filled with rich matcha cream. Limited quantity available.  

Carrot Bread - ¥310 (Pre-Tax)

Miffy loves carrots, so this one's dedicated to her. It's made with carrot puree and contains an egg salad.  

Miffy Danish Pastry - ¥500 (Pre-Tax)

When you sink your teeth into this crunchy toasted pastry your mouth is filled with the sweet taste of butter. You can order it as French toast or enjoy it as a sandwich.  

Miffy Cube (Matcha & White Chocolate) - ¥230 (Pre-Tax)

This cubed shaped bread bears the shop's logo and Miffy on the front. You'll get addicted to the sweet white chocolate and bitter matcha inside!     The bakery itself will also be decorated with all things Miffy, so if you're a fan of the cute bunny yourself you'll definitely want to go and visit.  

Miffy Sakura Kitchen is Japan’s first bread takeout shop to combine the traditional Japanese aesthetic with Miffy. The shop will open in Arashiyama, Kyoto on October 3.   Arashiyama is a huge tourist destination and one of Kyoto’s most famous. The shop faces the main roads that run through Arashiyama, from Togetsukyo Bridge to the Bamboo Forest, making it an easily accessible location.   Miffy’s kitchen will sell items in collaboration with traditional Kyoto handicrafts and Kiyomizu pottery as well as a range of traditional miscellaneous goods. Everything there is Miffy licensed merchandise. There’s also the Miffy Sakura Bakery where you’ll be able to get your hands on kawaii Miffy themed pastries, Danish pastries, soft serve ice cream, drinks and more. If you’re a Miffy fan then be sure to hit the Miffy Sakura Kitchen & Bakery in Kyoto later this year.    

Looking for some delicious, well presented Japanese souvenirs? Head to Daimaru department store which is adjoined to Tokyo Station. On the first floor and basement floor lies a Japanese-style desserts and sweets area which contains approximately 70 delicious brands. Every day, approximately 30,000 desserts are sold to customers who are looking for souvenirs to bring to their family and friends. Now we have arrived at the summer holidays, there are many tourists who will soon reach the stage of panic where they are unsure of what souvenirs to bring back to their loved ones. Luckily, Daimaru Department store is a goldmine of beautifully presented Japanese-style sweet snacks made by top brands. Today, we present you with a list of the 10 fastest-selling souvenirs that were sold from July 2018 to June 2019. There is still plenty of time to get your hands on these souvenirs!   1st Place: N.Y.C. SAND: Caramel Sandwich Biscuits (box of 8) ￥1,080 (1st floor) As you take a bite, you will notice that the biscuit, chocolate and caramel will balance in perfect harmony just for a brief glorious moment. 2nd place: Fukusaya: Fukusaya Cube (Cut into two) ￥270 (1st floor)Have a small slice of luxury with this traditional recipe castella sponge cake which was specially made by experienced bakers. This is presented in a small, cute box.    3rd place: Kamakura Toshimaya: Hato Sable (box of 10) ￥1,080 (1st floor)This is a crispy dove-shaped shortbread biscuit which has a rich buttery flavour. This was first produced in the early 1900's during the Meiji period and is a souvenir limited to Tokyo.   4th place: Asakusa Mangando: Imokin ￥129 each (1st floor)This baked treat is packed with the delicious flavour of sweet potatoes. The freshly baked scent is enough to draw you in. 5th place: TOKYO BANANA STUDIO: Panda Banana Yoghurt (Box of 4) ￥515 (1st/basement floor) Children would just love to see the cute panda design. Wrap yourself in the mild banana yoghurt-flavoured cream.6th place: Noix: Walnut cookie (Box of 4) ￥648 (1st floor)This crunchy cookie is topped with a generous amount of caramelised walnuts.   7th place: Nenrinya: Mount Baum Shikkarime ￥756 (1st floor)The outside of this baumkuchen is fragrant and crispy whilst the inside is soft and spongy. Take a bite to experience the wonderful texture of this European-style baked good. 8th place: Azabujuban Agemochi-ya: Panchetta Agemochi (40g) ￥442 (1st floor)The flavour of this baked mochi dough is like eating bacon cooked in an Italian style. This new flavour is a wonderful discovery that you should also try.9th place: Sugar Butter Tree: SUGAR BUTTER SAND TREE (Box of 10) ￥690 (1st floor)The crispy biscuit and melty white chocolate is a sublime combination that you will want to try again and again.10th place:  Kanou Shoujuan: Ikkoten ￥270 each (1st floor)A whole Japanese chestnut is smothered in a thick layer of Tamba Dainagon adzuki bean mix that is simmered lightly. This is especially delicious when eaten with tea.    What do you think? When in desperate need of a souvenir for your family, friends or work colleagues back home, how about choosing one of the souvenirs listed above?