In addition to the Shiomi store, which is bustling with local customers, the 4-jo store was opened in the shopping district in the heart of town with the hope that "tourists would also feel free to stop by." The third-generation owner, who has experience as a pastry chef at a confectionery shop in Tokyo, has inherited the "reliable taste" that is particular about using locally sourced ingredients and handmade products.
The shop offers 70 to 80 different kinds of bread, showcasing the skills of the bakers, from seasonal and savory breads made with plenty of local vegetables to classic favorites like red bean paste buns and melon buns.
Besides bread, their fusion sweets such as dorayaki and macarons are also popular. Among them, their authentic canelés, made using a recipe directly from a French pastry chef, are highly recommended! Their "Sakura Mochi," sold in early spring, is so popular that it rivals that of traditional Japanese confectionery shops.
This long-established bakery caters to a wide range of needs, from locals to tourists. When you're exploring Abashiri, be sure to visit their 4-jo store in the shopping arcade and experience the "warmth of handmade goods" that has been passed down through three generations in this town.