This is a "bakery tour" where you go to several bakeries in search of delicious bread. This is a unique way to enjoy bread that you can not only eat on the spot but also take home as a souvenir (this is not the case with ramen noodles).
You may think that you have to go out to a town when you have time, such as on a holiday, but there is actually a place where you can enjoy a quick trip after work. One such place is "Ecute Shinagawa," a commercial facility located inside the ticket gates of JR Shinagawa Station in Tokyo.
There are six bakeries inside the station ticket gates, ranging from well-known chains to rare stores with only a few locations in Tokyo. Of course, the bread is even more diverse. In this article, we will introduce you to the lineup of bakeries in Ecute Shinagawa, as well as some of the breads sold at each of them.
Breadworks
The bakeries have a unique atmosphere in the design of their signs and bags. In addition to Ecute Shinagawa, there are two other stores in Tokyo.
Custard 160 yen
The store clerk told me that the most popular item is the cylindrical cream bun. The dough is soft and fluffy, and the rich custard has a rich vanilla flavor. The dough is soft and fluffy, and the rich custard has a rich vanilla flavor. It is a sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.
Walnut and Gorgonzola Pizza 330 yen
Pizza dough kneaded with spinach, topped with walnuts and Gorgonzola cheese. You can enjoy the slight spinach flavor, the crunchy texture of the walnuts, and the peculiar taste of the Gorgonzola cheese. This is also a popular product.
This is also a popular product. Wheat and Yeast Mitsuru
The lineup includes many Japanese-style prepared breads, including the No. 1 popular product, "Mame-pan". In addition to Ecute Shinagawa, there are two other stores in Tokyo.
Bean bread 170 yen
Fine and fluffy bread with a lot of beans kneaded into it. The slight sweetness and slight sourness of the beans give it a simple yet irresistible flavor.
Stewed pork cubes 230 yen
Pork cubes are wrapped in a sticky bun and topped with mustard mayo. The pork cubes are large, full of flavor, and very satisfying to eat. It goes well with mustard mayo!
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A bakery that uses only the finest ingredients and bakes them in a stone oven. In addition to Ecute Shinagawa, the company has five stores in Tokyo, including Mishuku.
Klapfen 162 yen
Klapfen is a fried bread that originated in Germany. The sugar-sprinkled surface is tough like a rock. The inside, on the other hand, is moist and soft, similar to puff pastry. The dough itself is not very sweet, and the sweet and sour flavor of raisins stands out. Fried bread for adults.
Cream buns that bring happiness
The No. 1 popular item at the Shinagawa store. The cream bun with a cute, smiling face is made of fluffy dough and filled with custard cream with a hint of vanilla flavor. It's a delicious treat that will appeal to everyone.
I'm sure it will be accepted by all. PAUL
Founded in France in 1889, this long-established shop offers a wide range of Danish products, including the No. 1 popular croissant. It has 22 stores nationwide, including Ecute Shinagawa and other stores in Haneda Airport.
Croissant pastrami: 496 yen
Layers of pastrami ham, lettuce, and tomato are sandwiched on a buttery croissant. The more you bite into it, the more the richness of the butter and the deliciousness of the ham overflows, making it extremely satisfying! The tangy black pepper accents the sandwich.
I'm sure you'll like it. Sandwich House MELCHEN
A sandwich specialty store that is often found in department stores. Currently operating 27 stores nationwide.
Strawberry Banana Fresh Cream: 388 yen
Among the many attractive cross sections, I chose this one because it was the thickest. According to the staff at the store, it is also one of the most popular products.
The moist and soft bread is filled with sweet and sour juicy strawberries and rich and sticky bananas. You can enjoy two flavors in one. The fresh cream is not too sweet. The fruit is the main ingredient and it is refreshing, so it is good for breakfast.
It is also good for breakfast. Andersen
A major bakery with 72 stores across the country. There may be one in your town.
Danish Sausage Roll 270 yen
Danish sausage is wrapped in soft bread roll dough. When you bite into the crispy sausage, the flavor of the meat sizzles. You can feel the slight sweetness in the salty taste, and it is a dish that you can eat as a meal or a snack.
Choco Twist 172 yen
Twist-shaped fried bread with custard cream squeezed and coated with chocolate. Found in the refrigerated sandwich section.
The smooth chocolate, fluffy fried bread, and custard melted sweetly in my mouth. It's like a satisfying eclair. Enjoy it as a snack.
Conclusion
A tour of the bakeries at Ecute Shinagawa can be enjoyed without hesitation even in the cold season like now or on rainy days. It's also nice to know that you can quickly go back to the bakery when you feel like you should have bought something earlier. You don't have to leave the ticket gate, so why not stop by on your way home from a day out or after work?
Address:3-26-27 Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo