Shinjuku Isetan and Takashimaya basements are sweets paradises. Organize 6 brands + differences between two department stores to choose the right sweets without regrets.
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Shinjuku's two major department store basements——**Isetan (East Exit) and Takashimaya (South Exit)**——are Tokyo's premier dessert destinations.
6 must-try brands and a breakdown of the differences between the two department stores.
Isetan B1 | Widest Selection
01｜PIERRE HERME｜French Macaron
Premium French dessert brand. **Macaron ¥350/piece, Ispahan cake ¥800**.
The perfect souvenir choice.
02｜Toraya｜Traditional Japanese Sweets
A traditional Japanese confectionery shop established approximately 500 years ago during the Muromachi period, with yokan (sweet red bean jelly) priced around ¥600–1,200 per bar.
An ideal choice for those seeking authentic souvenirs with traditional appeal.
03｜Henri Charpentier｜Financier
Henri Charpentier is confirmed to be located at Isetan Shinjuku Main Store B1. Their signature product is the financier, which has become synonymous with Japanese financiers, and they also offer cakes and baking gift boxes.
Isetan Shinjuku Main Store B1, approximately 10:00–20:00 (subject to change).
Takashimaya B1 | Traditional Strong
04｜Tsujiri｜Matcha Parfait
Uji matcha specialty shop. **Matcha Parfait ¥1,200, Matcha Chocolate ¥600**.
A choice for matcha lovers.
05｜Tsuruyahachiman｜Traditional Japanese Confectionery Establishment
Kansai traditional confectionery shop. **Mochi, senbei, yokan ¥500-1,500**.
A selection of Kansai-style Japanese sweets.
06｜Mont St. Clair｜Chestnut Mont Blanc (Pop-up Shop)
From patissier Hirohiro Tsujiguchi's shop in Jiyugaoka, the chestnut mont blanc is approximately ¥800–1,200.
Please note: Mont St. Clair appears at department stores primarily as irregular pop-up events (催事), not as a permanent shop. Please check the department store's official website for the latest information before visiting.
Isetan offers a wide selection, while Takashimaya is known for its traditional strength. It is a 10-minute walk from IGO HOTEL to Isetan.
※ Business hours, prices, addresses, and menus of the shops mentioned in this article are subject to change without notice. Some items are reference examples and not specific shop recommendations. Please check the official website or on-site announcements of each shop before your visit.
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