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Kokyuan
Delivering premium confectionery from the historic city of Sakai.
A renowned confectionery shop from the historic city of Sakai, where tea culture took root thanks to the tea master Sen no Rikyu. The shop offers exquisite Japanese sweets that adults can enjoy, created by pastry chef Saisuke Kumashiro, who studied Western confectionery in France and possesses skills in both Western and Japanese techniques. The flagship product is the "Philosophy of Gold," a premium castella made from carefully selected ingredients, featuring a pure golden color drawn out solely by eggs. This castella is known for its moist, fluffy texture and elegant sweetness.
Other popular items include "Baumkuchen Hard," made with German rock salt, rich brandy, and rum, baked layer by layer by skilled artisans, and "Baumkuchen Soft," known for its fluffy texture.
The shop also has an adjoining tea room called "Rikyu," where you can enjoy a relaxing time while overlooking a Japanese garden and tea room. Exclusive items such as the "Freshly Made Masu Castella" and the specialty "Caramelized Castella" are must-tries.
Highlights
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A renowned shop delivering creative Japanese and Western sweets from the historic city of Sakai.
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The signature product is the premium castella "Philosophy of Gold," made with high-quality ingredients.
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The shop includes a luxury castella workshop, a confectionery sales area, a tea room, and a hall.
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The tea room "Chounan," which actually existed in the Osaka residence, has been restored after 420 years.
Photos
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![The flagship product "Philosophy of Gold," also popular as a gift.]()
The flagship product "Philosophy of Gold," also popular as a gift.
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![The tea room "Rikyu" where you can enjoy the shop's signature kamameshi and sweets at a leisurely pace.]()
The tea room "Rikyu" where you can enjoy the shop's signature kamameshi and sweets at a leisurely pace.
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![The popular "Freshly Made Masu Castella."]()
The popular "Freshly Made Masu Castella."
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![The "Seafood Kamameshi" is also highly popular.]()
The "Seafood Kamameshi" is also highly popular.
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![The tea room "Chounan," restored after 420 years from the original in the Osaka residence.]()
The tea room "Chounan," restored after 420 years from the original in the Osaka residence.
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![A charming exterior that blends into the historic city of Sakai.]()
A charming exterior that blends into the historic city of Sakai.
Official FAQs
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.)
There is no foreign language menu but there is a menu with pictures available.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the cafe?
No free Wi-Fi available.
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Is it possible to reserve a seat?
Yes, reservations are possible (some dates during busy periods like Obon and New Year may not be available).
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Are there any smoking areas?
Not available.
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Is parking available?
There is dedicated parking.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 江久庵
- Postal Code
- 590-0021
- Address
- 1-2-36 Kitamikunigaokacho, Sakai-ku, Sakai City, Osaka
- Telephone
- 072-222-2411
- Closed
- Thursdays (open on holidays and the first day of the month)
- Business Hours
- 9:00am - 6:30pm (Café L.O.6:00pm, Snacks L.O.5:30pm）
- Budget
- 1,000yen-
- Access
- About 5 minutes walk from Northeast Exit of Nankai Electric Railway Line’s Sakaihigashi Station.
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)