Mont St. Clair

Located along Gakuen-dori, Mont St. Clair is one of the most popular patisseries in Jiyugaoka, a fiercely competitive area for confectioneries. The owner-chef, Hironobu Tsujiguchi, is a renowned pâtissier and chocolatier who has competed in and won numerous national and international competitions. The shop offers a wide selection of cakes, pastries, bread, and chocolates, including the signature creation "C’est la Vie," which won first prize in a competition hosted by the French Embassy.

Tsujiguchi meticulously selects ingredients such as different types of flour for various products and seasonal fruits. His artistic sweets reflect his dedication to perfecting every detail, from ingredients to techniques, which are continuously refined. Through the glass windows, customers can watch the patisserie team at work, enhancing the excitement of choosing from the exquisite treats.

The patisserie features a 16-seat salon space where customers can enjoy their purchases with coffee or tea. Due to its popularity, both the eat-in space and takeout area often have lines.