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Kichijoji, once ranked as the No. 1 place to live, is a town packed with the best of both old and new, such as the commercial facilities in front of the station and the good old Harmonica Yokocho. As it is a town that attracts attention, it is filled with sweet shops. And did you know that dating and traveling in kimonos is popular among young people? Why not plan a sweets tour with your girlfriend as a spot to stop by during a kimono date? In this article, we will introduce the photogenic Kichijoji sweets that are a hot topic on Instagram. Why not try wearing a kimono and aim for a more SNS-worthy photo?

 

● Cafe Lumiere

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Have you ever seen shaved ice wrapped in fire? At Cafe Lumiere, they sell their specialty product, "yakigori" (grilled ice).

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This is the yakigori. To explain in detail, the shaved ice is wrapped in fluffy meringue and heated with a burner to harden it. Then, flaming rum is poured over the shaved ice. Here is what it looks like while it is being poured.

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The photo is a little dark to make it easier to see, but as you can see, the whole thing is covered in flames. This is Cafe Lumiere's specialty, grilled ice. They pour the rum right in front of you, so it feels like a live performance, and you're sure to enjoy watching it.

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The other shaved ices are also visually impressive, so whatever you choose, it will look great on social media. The interior of the shop has a stylish retro atmosphere, so it goes perfectly with kimonos. Please give it a try.

Kimono that goes well with Cafe Felmier is here

This kimono is a two-star (5,900 yen) and the pop of yellow is sure to match with the fun and retro feel.

Address: Higashiyama Building 4F, 1-2-2 Kichijoji Minamimachi, Musashino City, Tokyo 180-0003

 

●INOKA

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This coffee stand located inside Inokashira Park is getting a lot of attention for being stylish and cute.

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The "Chocolate Mint Latte" (600 yen) and "Amazake Strawberry Milk" (600 yen) are perfect for Instagram, both in taste and appearance.

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The handles on these takeaway bags look like nothing I've ever seen before, and they're so stylish that I find myself wanting to buy them.

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The illustration of a girl on the cup is also cute. If you are in Inokashira Park, INOKA, with its impressive pastel green color, why not stop by?

Kimono that suits INOKA

This kimono is One-Star (4,900 yen). I chose a green that goes well with both the light green of the mint chocolate and the brown of the coffee.

Address: 4-1-11 Inokashira, Mitaka City, Tokyo 181-0001

 

 

●Horiyaya Peace

 

There is a shaved ice shop in Kichijoji that has a great visual appeal and is perfect for social media. "Kooriya Peace" continues to release shaved ice that matches the season.

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For example, this "Ghost Shaved Ice" was served during Halloween. It looks more like a snowman than a ghost, but it's very cute.

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This is the "Christmas Tree Shaved Ice" for Christmas. It is made to look like a Christmas tree with matcha powder and yokan sauce.

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There are about 30 other types of beautiful shaved ice available. It is such a popular shop that you have to sign your name on the reservation list in front of the store early in the morning to get one, so please come when you have time. The SNS-worthy shaved ice is perfect for the yukata season.

Click here for the yukata that matches Kori-ya Peace

This kimono is One-Star (4,900 yen) kimono with a white base that goes well with any color. The cat accent also adds to the cuteness.

Address: Kichijoji Jizo Building, 1-9-9 Kichijoji Minamimachi, Musashino City, Tokyo 180-0003

 

●Atesway

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There is a cake shop in Kichijoji that is said to be the most delicious in Tokyo. The owner and chef of "Atesway" is Hideki Kawamura. He trained at the Tokyo Prince Hotel and has won numerous awards.

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The display case is lined with beautiful cakes. They are all popular items, but the most popular is the Mont Blanc.

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This shape is modeled after a chestnut and is quite heavy. Many customers come to the store just for this Mont Blanc, so it may be sold out by the afternoon. Please note that Mont Blanc is only available from mid-September to mid-May.

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This Macaron Pistachio cake is also popular. The combination of sour berries, rich pistachio cream, and crispy macarons is exquisite.

There is no doubt that your girlfriend will be happy if you are given a surprise tour during your kimono date.

Kimono that goes well with Atesway

This kimono is a three-star (6,900 yen). The luxurious dark red color matches the stylish atmosphere of Atesway.

Address: Casa Kichijoji 2, 3-8-8 Kichijoji Higashimachi, Musashino City, Tokyo 180-0002

 

What did you think? In addition to the ones we introduced, there are many other delicious and Instagrammable sweet spots in Kichijoji. There are also performances that are perfect for strolling around in a kimono, and depending on the season, you can enjoy autumn leaves and cherry blossom viewing, so please consider going on a sweet date in a kimono.

If you are looking to rent a kimono, we recommend VASARA Kimono Rental Kichijoji store. VASARA Kimono Rental is located on the 3rd floor of Nippon Travel Agency, next to Tokyu Department Store. Leave it to the professional kimono dressers who will make you look even more beautiful.

 

Store Information Kimono Rental VASARA Kichijoji Store https://vasara-h.co.jp/shop/detail.html?id=18