Hello, it’s Goma!👋
Have you ever wondered, “Where should I eat, and what should I try?” when traveling?
In this
blog, I’ll share recommendations from a local’s perspective, so that visitors
to Asakusa can feel at ease and have a truly delicious experience.
What is Dorayaki?
Dorayaki is a traditional Japanese sweet made of two fluffy pancakes filled with sweet red bean paste.It’s soft, sweet, and loved by people of all ages.
And yes, it’s also known as Doraemon’s favorite treat — Doraemon is a famous Japanese cartoon cat!💙
What is Kameju like?
Asakusa is full of delicious foods, but the very first place I’d like to introduce is Kameju, a famous shop where people line up every day. Both locals and tourists are willing to wait in line just to taste its legendary dorayaki.
Founded in the late Taisho era, Kameju has been making traditional Japanese sweets by hand for nearly 100 years — without any preservatives or additives.
It’s no exaggeration to say that Kameju’s dorayaki is one of the most famous in Tokyo. As soon as the shop opens, a long line forms outside, filled with eager Japanese customers. I really hope visitors from abroad get to know and enjoy the deliciousness of this wagashi (Japanese sweets) too!
Dorayaki Information & How to Order
A Pro Way to Enjoy Dorayaki
Actually, a Kameju staff member secretly shared a tip with me…Because Kameju’s dorayaki are large, round, and fluffy, it’s best to cut one in half and try both the red bean paste and white bean paste.
The pancake-like cake is soft and moist, with a slightly chewy texture. When you take a bite, you can enjoy the harmony of the sweet bean paste and the cake together. I personally enjoyed savoring the subtle differences in sweetness and aroma this way.
・Red bean paste: Mildly sweet, letting you really taste the natural flavor of the red
beans
・White bean paste: Soft and smooth, also mildly sweet
The taste is so refined that you might
easily finish one or two in no time!
Another way I personally loved to enjoy it
is “Anko Butter Dorayaki” (sweet red bean paste with butter). For this, a slice
of butter is placed between the two pancake layers, together with the red bean
paste.
The salty butter perfectly balances the sweetness of the bean paste, making it
a great option if you want to try a slightly different flavor!
If you want to enjoy delicious Japanese sweets in Asakusa, Kameju’s dorayaki is a must-try!
The fluffy pancake and the sweet bean paste create a harmony you won’t forget once you taste it.
You can enjoy your dorayaki at the rest areas near Senso-ji Temple 🏯 or at Sumida Park 🌳
Just a note: eating while walking around in Asakusa is not allowed.
There’s almost always a line at Kameju, but it’s absolutely worth the wait. If you visit Asakusa, be sure to stop by!
Thanks for reading this far!
Basic Information
🏠 Shop Name: Kameju（亀十）
📍 Address: 2-18-11
Kaminarimon, Taito-ku, Tokyo
🚶♂️ Access: 1-minute
walk from Kaminarimon Gate
🕘 Opening Hours: 10:00 AM
– 7:00 PM
💤 Closed: Irregular
holidays (check the official Instagram)
💴 Payment: Cash only
⚠️ Crowd Info: As a popular shop in Asakusa, there’s almost always a line. According to the staff, the best time to visit is around 2–3 PM on weekdays. However, be careful—dorayaki may sell out later in the day.
If you want to see more delicious food in Asakusa, be sure to check out my Instagram too 📸✨
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