Established in 1887 (Meiji 20)
Authentic roasted beans with rich flavor that you can’t stop eating once you start
A roasted bean shop founded in 1887 (Meiji 20), located near the Nishikata intersection on Hakusan Street. Currently run by the fifth-generation owners, Mr. and Mrs. Yuki Ishii, together with the fourth-generation former owners.Upon entering, the first thing that catches your eye is the large roasting machine called a “furi-ami.” Peanuts and soybeans are roasted in the shop, so visiting during roasting lets you enjoy a fragrant aroma.They are particular about adjusting roasting times based on the type of beans, the day’s weather, and humidity. Peanuts are roasted for 15–20 minutes, and soybeans are soaked overnight and then roasted for about 1 hour 30 minutes.This is a tradition passed down from the founder and is an essential process to bring out the beans’ natural flavor.
The most popular product is peanuts made using the simple method that has not changed since the shop was founded.Other variations include curry-coated broad beans, wasabi-flavored beans, and butter-flavored bean snacks—about 30 flavors in total, all offered at reasonable prices.They are recommended both as snacks with drinks and as treats for children.
History
In 1887 (Meiji 20), the founder, Masujiro Ishii, completed his training at a bean shop in Asakusa and opened his own store in Nishikata, Bunkyo Ward.For 136 years, without changing location, the tradition of roasting skills and family teamwork has been passed down through five generations.
This Notable Item
Plain Roasted Peanuts
1,000 yen (180g)
The shop’s most popular product. Made with “Chiba Handachi Peanuts” from Yachimata City, Chiba Prefecture, it gives off a fragrant aroma the moment you open the bag.The more you chew, the more you enjoy its rich umami flavor and sweetness.
Roasted Soybeans
500 yen (160g)
Made with “Sodefuri Soybeans” from Hokkaido, soaked overnight and roasted for about 1 hour 30 minutes. It has a cleaner sweetness than peanuts.
Peanut Sugar Candy
1,000 yen (180g)
Made by coating roasted peanuts with boiled-down sugar.At first, you taste the sugar’s sweetness, but as you chew, the beans’ natural sweetness gradually spreads throughout your mouth.
Spot Overview
| Address: | 1-2-7 Nishikata, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo |
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| Phone: | 03-3811-2457 |
| Business hours: | 9:30–19:00 |
| Closed: | Sundays and public holidays |
| Payment method: | Cash only |
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