A classic cream and strawberry treat you'll want to try right now
The moment it was brought to her, Kai couldn't help but exclaim, "So cute!" "Shortcake is so cute, isn't it? It's something everyone dreamed of as a child." The cakes, each marked by a strawberry on pure white cream, come in a variety of unique flavors.
"In addition to Colomban and Fujiya's triangular shortcakes, which are popular with all generations, Café Kitsuné Aoyama uses condensed milk for a fresh taste. Gargantua and PARIYA are also appealing in terms of their shapes."
Kai, who says he is greedy for the things he likes, spends his days off walking around the city and visiting several coffee shops.
"What's available now may not continue to be available in the future. That's why I'm quick to visit any shop that catches my eye. If I find something I like while on a walk, I'll take it home and enjoy it the next morning as a morning snack, which is one of my favorite things to do. I want people who live in Tokyo, as well as those visiting the city, to enjoy cake in their hotel rooms. Having a snack to look forward to every morning helps you start your day in a good mood."
5 Shortcakes Recommended by Minori Kai
Colomban Harajuku Salon (Meiji Jingumae)
After temporarily closing due to redevelopment in Shibuya Ward, the shop will reopen in 2024, celebrating its 100th anniversary. Lunch and afternoon tea can be enjoyed in a retro atmosphere. The sponge cake, made with an equal amount of whole eggs and egg yolk, is as fluffy as castella. Price: 605 yen.
Café Kitsuné Aoyama (Omotesando)
This cafe is produced by the lifestyle brand Maison Kitsuné. The interior is a Japanese-style space that pays homage to Japanese architecture. The standard dish is a milky cake with a hint of condensed milk, served with a fox-shaped sable (400 yen, sold separately). It's 900 yen.
Gargantua (Hibiya)
Opened in 1971 at the Imperial Hotel as a pioneer of hotel shops, it offers a wide selection of sweets and prepared foods. The delicate aroma of the cherry liqueur "Maraschino" is popular with seniors. 1,350 yen.
PARIYA DELICATESSEN (Roppongi)
Founded in Aoyama in 1996. With six locations in Tokyo, they offer prepared foods and sweets. A drink bar is included for eat-in orders. Their signature cake is a delicately mixed sponge cake with a smooth texture that melts in your mouth. Price: 1,058 yen.
Fujiya Restaurant Nishi-Eifuku Branch (Nishi-Eifuku)
This restaurant opened in 1979 and has been loved by three generations. It is frequented by many locals, from families to groups of friends. The premium shortcake, with its excellent combination of Chantilly cream and sweet and sour strawberries, is a long-selling item that cannot be left out of any Fujiya conversation. 594 yen.
