The bun has a thin skin and a fragrant filling that isn’t overly sweet. Freshly made and served nice and warm.
There’s often a line, but it’s worth it.
It’s a great way to try a traditional flavor, and it also makes a solid souvenir. Highly recommended—definitely a must-try.
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Shougetsudo
Light and fluffy Yunohana Manju made with carefully selected ingredients from Japan.
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Founded in 1910, this long-established shop has continued to make its signature “Yunohana Manju” using the same method. Today, wagashi called “onsen manju” are sold at hot spring resorts nationwide, but Shougetsudo’s “Yunohana Manju” is said to be the original.
“Yunohana Manju” is a plump, fluffy bun filled with elegantly sweet, smooth red bean paste and wrapped in a brown sugar dough colored to resemble Ikaho’s yunohana. The filling uses azuki beans from Hokkaido, and the dough is made with Japanese brown sugar, reflecting their commitment to ingredients. With no preservatives used, the best-by date is within two days including the day of production. Online ordering is also available (depending on the season), but it’s best enjoyed fresh on-site.
Every step of making the manju is done by hand in the traditional way. When wrapping the filling, warmth from the hands can affect the dough and prevent it from turning out fluffy, so it takes skill and speed. Because they’re handmade, daily production is limited. They can sell out by late morning, so it’s best to stop by early.
Highlights
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Shougetsudo’s “Yunohana Manju” is said to be the origin of the brown “onsen manju” now known as a classic hot spring souvenir across Japan.
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Made with carefully chosen ingredients, including azuki beans from Hokkaido and Japanese brown sugar.
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Handcrafted by skilled artisans for a soft, fluffy finish without losing the dough’s pleasantly chewy texture.
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Filled with smooth red bean paste made slowly and carefully with azuki beans from Hokkaido
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“Yunohana Manju” can be purchased individually, and is also available in boxes of 6, 9, or 12—perfect for souvenirs
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A long-established shop located on the upper section of Ikaho Onsen’s Stone Steps Street
Official FAQs
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Do you have menus in foreign languages or with pictures? (If so, please let us know the languages available.)
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No.
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How long do they stay fresh?
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Until the next day.
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Is there an eat-in space?
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No.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 勝月堂
- Postal Code
- 377-0102
- Address
- 591-7 Ikaho, Ikaho-machi, Shibukawa City, Gunma
- Phone
- 0279-72-2121
- Closed
- No set holidays
- Hours
- 9:00am - 6:00pm *Until sold out
- Access
- Approx. 5 min on foot from the “Ikaho Onsen” bus stop
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official website (Japanese)
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