Tokyo Won “Pastry World Cup 2025” — We’re Trying Their Best Bakeries!

Oct 06, 2025 | News On Japan

Oct 06, 2025 (News On Japan) - Japan byFood and Shizuka are on a quest to try out the best bakeries in Tokyo, proving how the town won the Pastry World Cup in Lyon earlier this year. It’s not a secret how Japan is at the top tier of the food game, but to secure the gold medal for the second time in a row?

AMAM DACOTAN, originally from Fukuoka, has become one of Tokyo’s most popular bakeries since opening its Omotesando branch. Known for offering more than 140 varieties of bread and pastries daily, it combines rustic European charm with Japanese creativity. The shop’s signature items include the Dacotan Burger, pistachio maritozzo, and mentaiko baguette, while its warm, stone-floored interior and antique décor make it as photogenic as it is delicious. Long lines often form early in the morning as customers flock for takeout and seasonal specialties.

Étéco Bread, located in the quiet residential area of Ikenoue in Setagaya, is a small artisan bakery celebrated for its naturally leavened loaves, buttery croissants, and thoughtfully balanced pastries. The owners focus on bread that fits seamlessly into everyday life while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and organic flavor. With its minimalist wood-toned interior and daily-changing selection, Étéco Bread feels both neighborhood-friendly and sophisticated, attracting locals who often queue before opening time.

Oh! Mama in Daizawa is a unique combination of bakery, café, and cultural salon set inside a traditional Japanese house. Beyond serving freshly baked sweets and bread, it offers experiences such as calligraphy workshops and matcha-whisking sessions by reservation, creating a cozy bridge between Japanese tradition and contemporary café culture. Its warm tatami-style setting and creative desserts make it a quiet retreat away from Tokyo’s busier café districts.

Shiro-Hige’s Cream Puff Factory in Setagaya is world-famous for its adorable Totoro-shaped cream puffs, made under official license from Studio Ghibli. The first floor functions as a bakery selling custard, chocolate, and seasonal cream-filled Totoro puffs, while upstairs, TOLO Coffee and Bakery serves these alongside homemade bread, fresh pasta, and coffee. The nostalgic wooden interior, soft lighting, and gentle Ghibli ambiance make it one of Tokyo’s most charming hidden gems, beloved by both fans and locals alike.

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