Kanda Treats: Step into Showa-Era Dessert Shop "Takemura"
“Takemura” is a traditional Japanese dessert shop founded in 1930, with nearly 100 years of history. Stepping into this shop in Awajicho, Tokyo, feels like traveling back to the Showa era. Just a 3-minute walk from Awajicho Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, Takemura attracts visitors with its nostalgic exterior. Despite the surrounding tall buildings, the shop retains its charming old-world vibe.
I stumbled upon this delightful spot while casually browsing for nearby dessert shops on Tabelog, a popular Japanese restaurant review website. Little did I know that I would discover a hidden treasure steeped in history.
The building of “Takemura” has been designated as a historic site by the Tokyo government. Its traditional Japanese design creates a Showa-era atmosphere. Inside, the simple yet cozy decor provides a warm dining experience.
Upon seating, each guest is served a warm cup of Sakura Tea (桜湯), featuring a salted cherry blossom. The tea is light with a delicate salty taste, both refreshing and unique.
The menu is primarily in Japanese, but the dessert models at the counter make it easier to choose. Popular treats include:
- Fried Manju (揚げまんじゅう): A crispy fried bun filled with sweet red bean paste. Light and moderately sweet, it’s a customer favorite.
- Awa Zenzai (あわぜんざい): A sticky mix of red bean paste and millet, often paired with salty pickles or green tea to balance its sweetness.
- Anmitsu (あんみつ): A traditional dessert of agar jelly, red bean paste, and fruits, served with black sugar syrup. The Apricot Anmitsu (あんずあんみつ) adds tangy apricot for a sweet-sour twist.
- Cream Anmitsu (クリームあんみつ): Topped with vanilla ice cream for a rich, creamy flavor.
At “Takemura,” desserts are made using traditional methods, with their homemade black sugar syrup standing out for its rich, sweet flavor that enhances every dish. The red bean paste is smooth and subtly sweet, perfectly complementing the other ingredients.
Due to its popularity, the shop often attracts many customers. It’s best to visit during off-peak hours to avoid long queues. Note that each guest must order at least one dessert, and photography is prohibited except for the food.
A visit to Takemura offers more than just delicious treats—it’s an encounter with history and nostalgia. Even the fried manju brought home as a gift surprises with its rich flavor.
For travelers visiting Tokyo, Takemura is a must-try. It’s not just a taste experience but a sweet journey through time.
Japanese voice menu translation provided at the back
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Takamura Shop Information
- Budget: Lunch and dinner under ¥1,000
- Type: Japanese dessert shop, traditional sweets cafe
- Phone: 03-3251-2328
- Reservations: Unconfirmed
- Opening Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00 AM–8:00 PM (last order at 7:40 PM)
- Closed: Sundays, Mondays, and public holidays
- Address: 1-19 Kanda-Sudacho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo
- Access: About a 3-minute walk from Awajicho Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line
- Kid-Friendly: Yes
- Payment Methods: Cash only
- Smoking Policy: Completely non-smoking
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Menu
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In-house Dining Rules
Minimum order of one item per person is required.
Please pay for the entire table at once.
Photography is not allowed inside the restaurant (except for photos of the ordered products).
No outside food is allowed to be consumed inside the premises.
Anmitsu
あんみつ
Mitsumame
みつ豆
Mamekan (Red Bean Agar Dessert)
豆かん
Cream Anmitsu
クリームあんみつ
Cream Mitsumame
クリームみつ豆
Apricot Anmitsu
あんずあんみつ
Apricot Mitsumame
あんずみつ豆
Apricot Cream Anmitsu
あんずクリームあんみつ
Apricot Cream Mitsumame
あんずクリームみつ豆
Tokoroten (Agar Noodles)
ところ天
Ice Cream
アイスクリーム
Cream Soda
クリームソーダ
Soda Water
ソーダ水
Fried Manju
揚げまんじゅう
Millet Zenzai (Sweet Red Bean Soup with Rice Cake)
あわぜんざい
Mochi Zenzai (Rice Cake Sweet Soup)
餅ぜんざい
Ozen Shiruko (Sweet Red Bean Soup)
御ぜんしるこ
Countryside Red Bean Soup
田舎しるこ
Black Bean Sweet Soup
黒あんしるこ
Ozoni (New Year Mochi Soup)
おぞうに
Egg Zoni (Mochi Soup)
玉子ぞうに
Seaweed Roll
いそべまき
Abe
あべ
Kuzumochi (Arrowroot Cake)
