Sweet spring moments♪ Strawberry hopping in Iwaki, Japan

Fukushima Prefecture in Japan is known for its fruits. In Iwaki City, you can enjoy desserts that use fresh fruits from Iwaki’s rich nature. Now, the strawberries are in season! Cakes and pancakes with plenty of sweet and tangy strawberries. One bite and you’ll be in heaven. We’ll show you 3 popular places where you can find these strawberry desserts. Come by and enjoy the flavors of the season.

Indulge in fresh fruits at this cafe run by a fruit shop: Cheerful Cafe!

This cafe is run by a fruit shop that has been around for 58 years. There is a great selection of menu items that use seasonal fruits. During strawberry season, the sweet and tangy strawberry desserts are the most popular. One of our favorites is the strawberry crepe. There is plenty of whipped cream and fresh strawberries wrapped in a chewy crepe. It tastes and looks exquisite. The strawberries are locally produced and hand selected for their sweetness. The tanginess creates a perfect balance with the richness of the cream. You can enjoy the juiciness of strawberries and chewiness of the crepe in one bite, and you won’t be able to stop yourself from smiling. Also, it’s very filling and perfect for dessert lovers and for a quick snack. You can also take it to go, so take it with you on a drive.

Hours	Monday – Friday 10:00AM – 5:00PM Saturday 10:00 – 3:00PM Closed on Sundays
Address	3 Sakaeda, Jobanyumoto-machi, Iwaki-shi, Fukushima Prefecture
Access	Iwaki Washington Hotel: 15-min. car ride from the hotel
URL	https://www.cheerful-cafe.com/

The perfect harmony of fluffy batter and sweet strawberries at Chiisana Mori Coffee

Chiisana Mori Coffee is a coffee chain in Japan that provides great atmosphere and flavors. The cafe interior makes you feel like you’re in a forest. The warm, woodsy vibes are sure to relax you. One of our favorites is their pancakes. They use their own unique recipe and methods to create pancakes that are fluffy but not too light. Their strawberry pancakes have plenty of whipped cream and fresh strawberries on top. One bite and the strawberry juices burst in your mouth along with the rich cream and soft pancakes. Enjoy a special moment in a cafe this strawberry season with some special pancakes.

Hours	7:00AM – 9:00PM
Address	3-10-3 Ojima-machi, Iwaki-shi, Fukushima Prefecture
Access	Iwaki Washington Hotel: 15-min. walk or 5-min. car ride from the hotel
URL	https://www.chiisanamori-coffee.com/

Perfect pair with a cup of coffee! Delicious desserts at BLUE MUG COFFEE

BLUE MUG COFFEE is a popular cafe in Iwaki City. It’s a hidden gem where you can enjoy specialty coffees and refined desserts. Inside this chic cafe, we want you to try the strawberry millefeuille. Between the crunchy, aromatic pie layers, there is rich custard and fresh strawberries. One bite creates the perfect harmony of airy pie, smooth custard, and sweet strawberries. The cafe also takes pride in its coffee, and the pairing of house roasted coffee and dessert is excellent. Come enjoy the perfect pair: rich coffee and strawberry millefeuille.

Hours	9:00AM – 5:00PM (Closed on Thursdays)
Address	48-1 Sunada, Tairaizumizaki, Iwaki-shi, Fukushima Prefecture
Access	Iwaki Washington Hotel: 15-min. car ride from the hotel
URL	https://www.instagram.com/bluemugcoffee_iwk/