Kaminari-mon, the "Thunder Gate" and central landmark of Asakusa.
In Asakusa, you can really sense the good old age of traditional Tokyo. Asakusa is highly popular as a place where one can experience authentic Tokyo.
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Take a stroll around Asakusa with the crispy Monaka from a specialty shop in one hand.
This Monaka specialty shop is located on Asakusa Nakamise Shopping Street, bustling with people as the main approach to Senso-ji Temple. The shop's look, which mirrors the lantern (Chochin) of Kaminarimon Gate, known as a symbol of Asakusa, has a nostalgic atmosphere that evokes a sense of downtown charm. The Monaka dough, carefully baked using domestic glutinous rice, provides a light and crispy texture.
Perfect for Asakusa sightseeing is the "Ice Monaka" sandwiching cool ice cream, which can be eaten with one hand. The lineup includes 6 to 8 types, including the mellow "Ice Monaka Vanilla," the refined "Ice Monaka Matcha" with a slight bitterness, and the "Ice Monaka Black Sesame" with a spread of fragrant sweetness.
The "Anko Monaka (grain)" filled with grainy red bean paste made from Hokkaido Tokachi beans is also popular as a souvenir, as it can be carried at room temperature. The just-right sweetness of the grainy red bean paste and the crispy Monaka make a superb combination. Other must-see seasonal menus include "Homemade Fruit Vinegar Juice" available from March to November, "Shaved Ice" only from June to September, and "Oshiruko" and "Amazake" available only in winter.
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have menus in foreign languages or with pictures? (If so, please let us know the languages available.)
Yes, we have Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean menu and menu with pictures.
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How long is the shelf life of Anko Monaka?
Anko Monaka is basically only available in winter, from October to February. The shelf life is about 1 to 2 months.
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Can we eat in the shop?
Eating in the shop is not possible due to its small size.
用糯米製成的酥脆外皮,裡面夾著甜美的餡料,其外形仿照淺草寺雷門的巨大紅色燈籠,非常有特色。
用糯米製成的酥脆外皮,裡面夾著甜美的餡料,其外形仿照淺草寺雷門的巨大紅色燈籠,非常有特色。
是一間冰淇淋的專門店,用國產糯米製作成的餅乾來製作,也是淺草的名物美食。
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