For Souvenirs During Homecoming or Christmas Gifts! Asakusa’s Famous Confectionery, Perfect Gifts for All

There are many exciting events in December. People will have an opportunity to buy souvenirs for family, friends, and coworkers when returning home and traveling. If you haven’t decided what to buy for them, we recommend giving them some sweets, which make great gifts. This time, we introduce famous confections in Asakusa, lining up popular confectionery shops. Asakusa is a perfect place for souvenirs, where people can enjoy sightseeing spots such as Sensoji Temple and Nakamise-dori and the latest traditional confectionery shops and famous confectionery shops. How about visiting and looking for confectionery as a nice gift for your important person?

A Cookie Tin from Rusu Rusu Confectionary Atelier, Filled with Adorably Cute Cookies

Situated in Asakusa, Rusu Rusu Confectionary Atelier (菓子工房ルスルス) is a charming confectionery shop that exudes the quaint atmosphere of Asakusa. You’ll discover a diverse selection of fresh sweets and baked goods inside. Among them, the cookie tin has become popular in recent years and is a best-selling item in this shop as well. There are two types: ‘Bird-shaped cookies’ featuring a motif of a bird flying in the sunset, and ‘Night Sky Tin,’ reminiscent of a starry sky. It’s a good point that you can enjoy different flavors—they have not just plain cookies but also ones with various tasty icings. It has a rich wheat flavor and a refreshing aftertaste. you’ll surely want to eat as many as you like. This hot-selling item often sells out daily, but you can make a reservation over the phone. If you’re interested, make sure to check it out!

Opening Hours	12:00AM -6:00PM Closed on Sunday, Monday and temporarily)
Address	3-31-7 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo Prefecture
Access	Approximately 11min. walk from the hotel
URL	https://www.rusurusu.com/

One of Tokyo’s Top 3 Dorayaki – The Must-Try Dorayaki from the Traditional Confectionery, Kameju

Kameju (亀十) is a well-known sweet shop in Asakusa that has been around since the end of the Taisho era (1912-1926). They make traditional Japanese sweets by hand, and their most famous treat is the ‘DORAYAKI,’ ( a popular Japanese dessert made with sweet red bean paste sandwiched between two pancakes ) which has had the same delicious taste since they first opened. This shop is known as one of the 3 major dorayaki in Tokyo alongside Usagi-ya (うさぎや) and Sogetsu (草月). It’s a favorite among tourists visiting Tokyo, well-known for its popularity and frequent appearances in the media. They sell up to 3,000 dorayaki each day, but since many people buy dozens at a time, they often run out by noon. To make sure you get some, it’s recommended to visit the shop as early as possible. They offer two types of dorayaki fillings: black bean paste and white bean paste. The texture is large and fluffy, similar to a pancake. There are lines every day and you can’t buy it without waiting, making it an ideal gift or souvenir. Please note that the expiry date is only 3 days.

Opening Hours	10:00AM – 7:00PM
Address	2-18-11 Kaminarimon, Taito-ku, Tokyo Prefecture
Access	An Approximately 4 min. walk from the hotel

Orange Peel Chocolate Gaining Popularity! LISZT – Renovated from an Old Folk House

When we think of Asakusa, we usually think of Japanese sweets but there are also many cool Western dessert shops in the area. A chocolate specialty shop, LISZT is one of them and it’s situated on Denpoin Street, known for its unique old-fashioned streetscape lined with traditional Japanese houses. The orange peel chocolate (orangette) is a popular product, and many people come from far away to purchase it. The shop uses a luxurious method of making orange peels that are carefully pickled to preserve their flavor, then coated with high-quality Swiss chocolate and sprinkled with cocoa powder. Orange peel chocolate not only has a refreshing orange flavor but also a bittersweet adult taste, so it’s a perfect combination with wine and whisky. Surely, orange peel chocolate is useful in various situations. There are also other high-quality chocolates lined up, making it a great place to find souvenirs.

Opening Hours	11:00AM – 6:30PM Closed on Monday
Address	1-38-10 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo Prefecture
Access	An approximately 7 min. walk from the hotel
URL	https://www.liszt-sweet.com/