How about enjoying Asakusa sightseeing with a fluffy, cream-filled melon bread in hand?

Street-food strolls—whether along Nakamise Street or Hoppy Street—are a classic, much-loved activity for visitors to Asakusa. On weekends, travelers can be seen wandering the neighborhood with snacks in hand. Among the many tempting stops, one of the most popular is Arteria Bakery Asakusa, just a short walk from Sensō-ji Temple. Specializing in freshly baked melon bread with a crisp exterior and fluffy interior, the shop draws long lines daily, lured by its sweet, toasty aroma. The whipped cream–filled “Whipped Melon Bread” is especially famous for its photogenic appeal. Alongside the classic “Plain,” the bakery serves unique flavors such as “Bitter Chocolate Melon Bread” and “Strawberry Melon Bread,” sure to delight any street-food lover. Insulated bags are also available, so you can take some home and enjoy that fresh-from-the-oven taste back at your hotel or in your own kitchen.

Hours | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closes when sold out), No regular holidays |
Address | 1-31-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo |
Access | ・HOTEL TAVINOS Asakusa: About a 7-min. walk ・Hotel Gracery Asakusa: About a 4–5 min. walk |
URL | https://arteria-bakery.com/ |
Base of this trip
Hotel Tavinos Asakusa
4-min walk from Asakusa station on the Tsukuba Express line / 9-min walk from Tawaramatchi station on the Tokyo Metro line / 12-min walk from Asakusa station on the Toei Asakusa line
Hotel Gracery Asakusa
3-min walk from Asakusa station on the Toei-Asakusa line / 5-min walk from Asakusa station on the Asakusa line