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Nikko Purin-tei "Nikko Purin

A pudding specialty shop using milk from Tochigi Prefecture and Nikko Goyō eggs

A cute, retro pudding specialty shop from Nikko that evokes the romance of the Taisho era.The secret to the deliciousness of the puddings, finished right in the shop, lies in the rich and smooth flavor that highlights the quality of the ingredients: rare Brown Swiss milk from “Ozasa Ranch,” which stretches across the Nikko Kirifuri Highlands at an elevation of 1,300 meters, and Nikko Goyō eggs.In addition to nine classic varieties—such as the basic “Nikko Pudding” and the “Otome Pudding” topped with Tochigi strawberry sauce—the menu features one or two seasonal flavors. There’s also an eat-in area, where the “Half Pudding Soft-Serve,” piled high with creamy soft-serve ice cream, is a popular choice.

Packaged with an adorable sleeping cat as a souvenir!

The adorable cat illustrations on the pudding jars, the washi paper wrappers, and the gift boxes are original designs inspired by the “Sleeping Cat” at Nikko Toshogu Shrine. For takeout orders, ice packs are provided free of charge for up to one hour.Even if you’re out sightseeing all day, they offer ice packs (for a fee) that keep items cool for 3 to 8 hours when placed in a cooler bag, so you can feel confident taking them home as souvenirs. As part of their efforts to protect the local environment, they also offer a free pack of original pocket tissues if you return your empty jars instead of discarding them.

Nikko Purin-tei

• 936-1 Shimohachiishi-cho, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture MAP
• 17-minute walk from JR Nikko Station
  15-minute walk from Tobu Nikko Station
• 10:00-17:00 (extended hours depending on season)
• Irregular holidays *Check Instagram
• 0288-25-6186

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Shogetsu Himuro “Natural Ice Shaved Ice”

The evolution of shaved ice never stops! Shaved ice made from natural ice

Among Nikko’s sweets, the shaved ice at “Shogetsu Himuro” enjoys unwavering popularity. Because visitors can enjoy shaved ice made from natural ice, many tourists—even those from far away—visit specifically for this treat, regardless of the season.
Since the fourth-generation owner took the helm, “Shogetsu Himuro” has been constantly evolving its shaved ice offerings. The shop has developed original syrups that complement the ice and created innovative menus by sourcing not only locally grown strawberries but also carefully selected premium melons and mangoes from across the country.

The most popular items are those featuring generous amounts of locally grown strawberries. Among these, the “Fresh Strawberry Premium”—which uses a lavish amount of deep red, ripe strawberries—is renowned as an irresistible treat for those with a sweet tooth. The sweet-and-tart strawberry sauce coats the ice generously, creating an exquisite balance of refreshing lightness and rich depth of flavor.

Shogetsu Himuro

• 379 Imaichi, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture MAP
• 6 min. walk from JR Imaichi Station
  9 min. walk from Tobu Railway Shimo-Imaichi Station
• 11:00 AM–4:00 PM *Hours may vary depending on the season and weather
• Mondays (Open on public holidays; closed the following day) *Subject to change depending on the season and weather
• 0288-21-0162
• Available

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Meiji no Yakata Cake Shop Nikko Ekimae "Nirvana

Enchanting cheesecake that makes everyone smile

At “Meiji no Yakata” in Nikko, you’ll find “Nirvana,” a cheesecake that has been beloved for 50 years. The batter, made with generous amounts of premium Danish cream cheese, is slowly baked and coated with sour cream on the surface, resulting in a rich cheesecake with a moist, velvety texture.Made without flour—using only cream cheese, eggs, and sugar—the batter has a subtle sweetness and deep richness. The sour cream is made with fresh lemons, adding a gentle tartness to the batter’s flavor for an exquisite combination. It’s a luxurious treat crafted with meticulous attention to ingredients and preparation.
Located in front of Tobu Nikko Station, “Meiji no Yakata Cake Shop Nikko Ekimae” features a takeout shop on the first floor and a café on the second floor, where you can enjoy a leisurely tea break.

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Nikko Castella Honpo "Nikko Castella with gold leaf

Pearl sponge cakes worthy of the Aoi no Gomon (hollyhock crest)

Inspired by the fact that “Castella” was once presented to the Tokugawa Shogunate from the Netherlands, the “Gold Leaf Nikko Castella” uses gold leaf to symbolize the splendor of Nikko Toshogu Shrine. A popular souvenir, it comes in a box bearing the Aoi crest.

All castella is manufactured in the company’s own factory, and the “Gold Leaf Special Selection Nikko Castella,” made with carefully selected ingredients, offers an even moister texture.“Lord Ieyasu’s Castella Snack” is our best-selling Special Selection Castella, conveniently packaged in a 5-slice pack. In addition to the honey flavor, we also offer matcha, chocolate, and strawberry flavors.

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At the store, you can sample the sponge cakes and buy the one you like best.

Chestnut monaka and cheesecake are also available!

In addition to castella, Japanese sweets such as “Aoi Monaka” and “Kuri Monaka,” as well as “Castella Shop’s Mini Cheesecake” and “Financiers,” are also popular. We have also opened a sister store, “Nikko Chakko,” which specializes in matcha sweets.There are three stores within walking distance of Nikko Toshogu Shrine and one in front of Tobu Nikko Station; the Bandai Nikko store also offers dining.

Nikko Castella Honpo Bandai Nikko

• 1-1 Honmachi, Nikko-shi, Tochigi MAP
• 9 minutes drive from JR Nikko Station and Tobu Railway Tobu Nikko Station
• Take a bus from JR Nikko Station or Tobu Railway Tobu Nikko Station, and get off at "Nishi-sando" bus stop.
• 8:30-17:00
• No holidays
• 0288-53-2555
• Free of charge

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Kuroda Bee Farm HoneyB “Pancakes”

Sweets where honey takes center stage, served at a beekeeping farm with over 100 years of history

“Kuroda Bee Farm,” located in Kanuma City, Tochigi Prefecture, is a long-established beekeeping farm with a history spanning over 100 years.The grounds feature a direct-sales shop specializing in honey, the café “SHOKU LAB HoneyBee,” and the patisserie “Sweets Atelier MIEL,” making it a spot where you can enjoy the charm of honey through meals, sweets, and souvenirs.
The café “SHOKU LAB HoneyBee” is a culinary laboratory based on the concept of “unlocking the potential of honey in every dish.” Its popular pancakes are carefully cooked to order, offering a delightfully fluffy texture. The gentle sweetness and aroma of honey spread throughout your mouth, making it the perfect spot for a break during your travels.Honey is also incorporated into the meal menu—including pasta and pizza—to bring out the richness and umami of the ingredients.

A newly revitalized atelier for honey-based sweets

The adjoining patisserie, “Sweets Atelier MIEL,” has been renovated under the concept of “telling the story of honey through sweets that you’ll want to give as gifts.” The interior, featuring a hexagonal design reminiscent of a beehive and bathed in soft, honey-colored light, is lined with sweets unique to a beekeeping farm.Recommended items include the “Miel Roll Cake,” crafted with a focus on the rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture of honey; the “Honey Shop’s Camembert Cheese Tart,” which lets you enjoy the perfect pairing of cheese and honey; and the aromatic “Freshly Baked Honey Croissant Rusk.”In addition, the honey-flavored gelato is very popular—perfect not only to enjoy after your visit to the café but also as a souvenir.
The on-site shop offers a wide selection of domestic honey, honey-based products, and gift items. It’s truly a “little honey theme park” where you can eat, shop, and give gifts.

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Pancakes take a little while to cook, but the wait is part of the fun. The aroma of honey blends with the fluffy batter, making for a light and enjoyable experience from start to finish.

Kuroda Bee Farm KURODA HONEY VILLAGE

• 291-5 Murai-cho, Kanuma City, Tochigi Prefecture MAP
• Approx. 10-minute walk from Tobu Railway Shin-Kanuma Station; approx. 15 minutes by car from Kanuma IC
• Kuroda Bee Farm: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
  SHOKU LAB HoneyBee: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM (Last Order 5:00 PM) *Open until 7:00 PM (Last Order 6:00 PM) on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays　
  Sweets Atelier MIEL 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
  
• Tuesdays *Open on public holidays; closed the following day (We may take a substitute day off following extended holidays such as Golden Week. Please check our website or call for details.)
• 0120-82-1138
• Free of charge

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Kimono Tuzureya Café Senryo Chaya

Shaved ice that tastes like powder snow, just like a sweet treat!

A 10-minute walk west from JR and Tobu Nikko Stations, café Senryo Jaya is run by a kimono rental shop that has been in business for 50 years. The owner, an idea man, opened the store because he wanted to do something useful for Nikko's tourism industry in addition to kimono.

The main product is a sweet baked sweet potato with a sugar content of 47%. The shaved ice that goes well with the baked sweet potato is the "Japanese style kuromitsu kinako shaved ice" using natural ice from the Shougetsu Ice House. The shaved ice, which looks like powdered snow, is softly covered with fragrant soybean flour and topped with a generous amount of thick kuromitsu (molasses). As you continue eating, you will be surprised to find a shiratama (white bean curd) inside, giving it a cool and refreshing Japanese confectionary sensation. Alternating with the sticky-sweet baked sweet potato, this is a dish that is sure to satisfy.

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The round shape of this shaved ice is cute and full of originality. The baked sweet potato using "Beni Tenshi" is available for take-out.

The shaved ice is like fine powdery snow, which is the "café Senryojaya" style. The secret lies in the method of shaving the natural ice that has been freshly shaved right out of the freezer. The ice cubes fresh from the freezer need to be shaved well or they may break, so it takes a lot of skill to shave them. The fluffy shaved ice that has been slowly shaved and piled up in a thick layer is a beautiful, yet fleeting, reminder of the flavor.

The store is located along the "Japan Romantic Road" lined with souvenir shops. It is also about a 15-minute walk from Nikko's two shrines and one temple, both of which are World Heritage sites, so it is an easy location to stop by for a stroll before or after visiting or touring the area.

Kimono Tsureya cafe Senryo Chaya

• 601-3 Miyuki-cho, Nikko-shi, Tochigi MAP
• About 10 minutes on foot from Tobu Railway Tobu Nikko Station
• 11:00-16:00
• Closed on weekends and holidays
• 0288-53-2208
• Free of charge