"Tokiya" Dorayaki

It will be a great souvenir! Here are 6 dorayaki dishes recommended by the En-eating editorial department.

■ Doraemon's favorite model !?
Dorayaki from Tokiya , a sweet cafe in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Prices start from 190 yen for small sizes (tax included, same below).

"Tokiya" Dorayaki
Doraemon's favorite food!

The signature product "Dorayaki" is a favorite of the manga artist Fujiko F. Fujio, the creator of "Doraemon". Doraemon's favorite food is said to be modeled after Tokiya's products.

"Tokiya" Dorayaki

The bean paste sandwiched between the fluffy dough is slightly sweet, and the finish makes you feel the presence of beans. It's an ideal taste that makes you want to say, "This is Dorayaki!"

"Tokiya" Dorayaki

The popular product is "Dorayaki with fresh cream (830 yen with drink)". The fluffy cream, the elegant sweetness of the bean paste, and the moist texture of the dough combine to make it delicious! The size is also large and satisfaction is ◎.

Tokiya's "Dorayaki with Cream"
Dorayaki with fresh cream

Tokiya's "Dorayaki with Cream"

There is also a take-out sales window, which is also recommended as a souvenir ♪

Dorayaki for take-out of Tokiya

■ Adult Dorayaki
"Lambdora (ram raisin dorayaki)" sold by Kagoshima's candy store "Umetsukido". The purchase price is 324 yen per piece.

Baigetsudo "Lambdora (Lamb Raisin Dorayaki)"
Adult deliciousness ♪

"Adult Dorayaki" is made by sandwiching Hokkaido-produced Dainagon Azuki and homemade lamb raisins (using 100% Myers' dark lamb) in a dorayaki dough made from Kagoshima eggs. Contains 1% alcohol.

Baigetsudo "Lambdora (Lamb Raisin Dorayaki)"

The scent of rum that spreads softly at the same time as chewing! The finely textured dough is moist, has a chewy texture, and has an excellent melt-in-the-mouth texture. The elegant sweetness of azuki beans and the mellow scent of rum that overflows enough to chew raisins are irresistible.

Baigetsudo "Lambdora (Lamb Raisin Dorayaki)"

You can purchase it at mail-order sites and food select shops even outside Kagoshima prefecture.

■ Luxury! 100% chestnut bean paste
"Dorayaki Jun / Chestnut" from the confectionery shop "Adachi Otoemon" from Fukuchiyama, Kyoto. The price is 540 yen per piece.

Adachi Otoemon "Dorayaki Jun / Chestnut"
100% chestnut bean paste, used!

Chestnuts are made into a paste, and two kinds of chestnuts are chopped and mixed. Wasanbon sugar and fermented butter are used, and the dough is finished with a refreshing sweetness and rich taste.

Adachi Otoemon "Dorayaki Jun / Chestnut"

The sweetness of the bean paste is modest. You can enjoy a relaxed texture and a smooth and elegant mouthfeel. For an accent with a nice texture of chopped chestnuts ♪

Adachi Otoemon "Dorayaki Jun / Chestnut"

Just eating one is quite satisfying! The price is a little high, but if you like chestnuts, you will love it!

■ Impact fluffy texture
Raw dorayaki from "DOU", a specialty store of "raw dorayaki" . The price is 324 yen per piece.

DOU "Raw Dorayaki"
This fluffy feeling is addictive!

Fresh dorayaki made from moist steamed dorayaki dough, sandwiched between fresh cream using Hokkaido cream and "highest grade azuki" and "Ya" bean paste from Tokachi, Hokkaido. It is topped with diced fertilizer using glutinous rice from Hokkaido.

DOU "Raw Dorayaki"

The fabric is surprisingly fluffy and moist. The finish is like a sponge cloth. The richness and gentle sweetness of fresh cream milk that melts instantly when you put it in your mouth is irresistible!

DOU "Raw Dorayaki"

The sweetness of azuki beans, the milky texture of fresh cream, and the superb taste of fluffy wheat and egg flavors. The presence of sticky fertilizer is also ◎!

■ If you go to Asakusa ...
"Kamejuu Dorayaki" from Asakusa "Kamejuu" where there is always a line. The price is 315 yen per piece.

Kamejuu "Kamejuu Dorayaki"
Perfect for gifts

A dish with a characteristic mottled roast. The dough is fine and soft. You can feel the flavor of the egg firmly, and it has a unique taste that is like pancakes or castella.

Kamejuu "Kamejuu Dorayaki"

There are two types of bean paste: black bean paste, which is rich in flavor of azuki beans, and white bean paste, which has a light and elegant sweetness. Embraced by the fluffy dough, it spreads the sweetness softly in the mouth.

Kamejuu "Kamejuu Dorayaki"
Black bean paste

Kamejuu "Kamejuu Dorayaki"
Shiroan

Popular dorayaki that often sells out from early afternoon to early evening. It is also recommended for gifts.

■ Eh, curry !?
"Tokyo Curry Dorayaki" from " Takeryuan Okano". The price is 200 yen per piece.

Taketakaan Okano "Tokyo Curry Dorayaki"
Rainy day curry

Dora-yaki with curry bean paste sandwiched between them. It was developed with the hint that there are many curry shops in Akihabara, and it is sold at the Akihabara store, Nippori store, Shin Okachimachi store, and Kanda store (as of April 2018).

Taketakaan Okano "Tokyo Curry Dorayaki"

When you open the bag, it smells like curry. The bean paste is firm and has a clear curry taste! It tastes like you're biting a roux with less water. Accented with the crunchy texture of Fukujinzuke that appears occasionally.

Taketakaan Okano "Tokyo Curry Dorayaki"

The skin, which is sweeter than regular dorayaki to match curry, is moist and fluffy. I'm surprised at first, but as I get used to it, I feel like I'm eating "slightly sweet curry bread."

Taketakaan Okano "Tokyo Curry Dorayaki"

Although the tastes may differ, this is a dish with a great impact! I think it's an addictive taste for some people. It will be exciting if you make it as a souvenir for your family and close friends ♪

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