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Founded in Taisho 9 (1920)

A long-established Western-style confectionery shop that has been part of Ikebukuro since the Taisho era

A long-established confectionery shop that has operated since the Taisho era in a prime location in front of Ikebukuro Station.The retro, nostalgic interior and product packaging are striking.The first floor sells bread and sweets, the second floor is a café, the third floor is a restaurant, and the ninth floor is a coffee lounge.In addition, there is also Coffee Salon Takase behind the main store.

Each offers a relaxing space where you can forget the city noise, but the ninth-floor coffee lounge is especially recommended.Coffee and desserts enjoyed while overlooking Ikebukuro from above the surrounding area are said to be exceptional.

In addition to the Ikebukuro main store, there are branches in Itabashi, Sugamo, Higashi-Ikebukuro, and Minami-Ikebukuro,and each store directly sells bread and cakes made at the large factory behind the Itabashi store.Their commitment to homemade, handcrafted goods and minimal use of additives has always been a core belief of Takase.Their reasonable prices are another reason for their popularity.

Using the same methods since their founding and carefully selected ingredients, skilled artisans bake each confection by hand, captivating people now and in the past.

History

Founded in 1920 (Taisho 9) in front of Ikebukuro Station.It began as a bakery that made and sold anpan.It is said that the name “Takase” comes from the founder Shigekichi Mori’s hometown, Takase-cho in Kagawa Prefecture.Later, they also began producing Western-style sweets and operating a restaurant.Although the store was destroyed in an air raid and forced to close temporarily, they continue operating in Ikebukuro today.

This Notable Item

Anpan

180 yen

Takase’s signature anpan, considered the origin of the shop.Inside the chewy bread dough is packed with homemade smooth red bean paste made from 100% Hokkaido azuki beans.

Hamburger Steak

1,200 yen

A very popular dish ordered by about half of the restaurant’s visitors.They grind meat purchased from a butcher in-house, using a blend developed through much trial and error.The burst of juices when you cut into it is irresistible.

A popular dessert featuring a slightly firm, old-fashioned pudding topped with soft whipped cream, ice cream, and fruit.The red cherry adds a charming touch.

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