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La Terre is a famous shop in Mishuku. They used to have a location in Futako Tamagawa FoodShow, and I often bought their cakes there. I think of them more as a Western confectionery store. There was also a display outside the shop that said "Setagaya Boulangerie La Terre." This location is inside Tokyo Station's Gransta (on the way to the Keiyo Line). I visited this shop on New Year's Eve to buy breakfast for the shinkansen ride back to my parents' house. The bread selection is extensive. I bought a high-cacao chocolate and Uji matcha bread, which are close to the chocolate-based hard breads that I've been into lately, and a three-cheese ciabatta, which is always a safe bet. I also bought an iced coffee. The high-cacao chocolate and Uji matcha breads were surprisingly soft. The chocolate flavor was consistently delicious. The matcha flavor was a bit subtle. The three-cheese ciabatta was definitely a winner. The three cheeses were very tasty. I'd like to visit the Mishuku store sometime.
Cafe & Bakery Inside Tokyo Station: Power Outlets Available! I stumbled upon this place while wandering around the station. I found it on Keiyo Street. There's a bakery in the front and cafe seating in the back. There was even a power outlet at one of the counter seats. It was only about 30% full on a Monday at 8 PM. It might be a hidden gem. ▶︎ What I Drank ◎ Iced Cafe Latte M ¥506 (The photo is after I'd already taken a few sips...) The drink menu had coffee, cafe latte, cappuccino, mikan juice, and Japanese black tea (benihikari), for a total of 5 options. ▶︎ Customers - Gender ratio: 0:5 (Male:Female) - "On a date," "With colleagues," "Alone" ▶︎ Crowdedness - 30% full on a Monday at 8 PM ▶︎ Seating - Counter: 4 seats - Private rooms: None - Open seating: Tables for 2 x 6 -------------------- *Please note that the information provided is based on the date of visit and posting. For the latest information, please check the official website of the store.
This bakery is located along the passage leading to the Keiyo Line platforms inside Tokyo Station, and it has an eat-in space, making it perfect for a coffee break before departure or a meeting. It's also a great place to spend time before boarding the "Saphir Odoriko" train to Izu. The "Saphir Odoriko" feels like an approach to the "Shiki-shima" train, and I feel like it reflects a focus on the wealthy and the widening gap in society. On the return trip, I used a 6-person Green Compartment, but the compartment fee has also increased significantly. The "Saphir Odoriko" cafeteria also undergoes a full model change about every few years, so the menu changes completely. Currently, they offer Chinese dishes like shrimp wonton noodles, and there's also a delivery snack set exclusive to the Green Compartments, which is incredibly delicious.
If it's a restaurant I know is delicious, I'll go out of my way to visit, even if it's a bit inconvenient for Chuo Line users. Hiyoko Mame Curry Pan: The curry has a slightly metallic, spicy flavor. It's a chickpea curry bread that I'm used to eating at Indian curry restaurants. The coating, made of cornflakes, is distinctive. Cinnamon Krapfen: I'd already researched this in the summer. It looks like a sata andagi, but it's a custard-flavored pastry with a springy texture. Corn Quiche: It's a bit pricey at ¥400, but it's quite substantial. The sweetness of the corn is special. Some of the items overlap with what was available last time I came, or at the Shinagawa location... When it's a place I know is delicious, I tend to do that (^_^;
It's a small shop, but they have delicious-looking bread, sandwiches, and donuts, so I bought some. I liked the sandwiches last time because they didn't have any additives, so this time I bought a different flavor (with ham, egg, and tuna). I suppose the ham itself probably has additives, but I don't worry too much about the details. I want to eat a slightly healthier breakfast. I wish there were more additive-free bread and food in the world. The staff were also very friendly. I'd like to buy from them again.