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We would like to introduce you to Cream Box, a local bread from Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
Cream Box is a sweet bread that is loved by people of all ages and genders, and is characterized by its gentle flavor. It is topped with a generous amount of milk cream, and the rich, milky flavor is irresistible when you bite into it. It is a luxurious treat sweet bread that you will surely never forget after just one bite
This time, we will provide an overview of Cream Box as well as some recommended retailers. Let's share the charm of Cream Box together!
What is Koriyama City's local bread, "Cream Box"?
Cream boxes are very popular in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
Setting aside the question of where it originated, this local bread has remained popular since the Showa era. It is on the regular menu of many bakeries in the city, and it is by no means a novelty or a novelty. Still, there are probably many people who "can't help but buy it when they see it."
What characterizes the Cream Box is the generous amount of cream and the bread base
First, there's the cream. This pure white milk-flavored cream has a thick, gooey texture. It's best to imagine it as a soft pudding. The taste is milky, with a mellow richness and a gentle sweetness. And the cream is piled on top in a generous, thick layer. You can see the substantial weight of the cream from the cross-section
Next, the bread that forms the base is also distinctive. The palm-sized, thickly sliced bread is designed to be easy to eat, without sagging under its weight even when topped with a generous amount of cream. The bread itself is also quite chewy, with a presence that rivals the cream. Eating the cream and bread together will give you a "feeling of treat" that goes beyond the sophistication of traditional sweet breads
The standard cream box is milk flavor, but each store sells a wide variety of cream boxes with seasonal and unusual flavors. One of the fun things is shopping around looking for cream boxes that can only be found at that time and store
The popularity of the Cream Box continues to grow, and there are even souvenirs and home-made goods available for sale. The Cream Box Spread lets you recreate that flavor at home. Get some delicious bread for eating raw, and spread the spread generously on top
Introducing 3 recommended shops where you can enjoy Cream Box
There are many bakeries selling cream boxes in Koriyama City and the surrounding area. Although they are all called cream boxes, each shop has its own unique cream and bread, so the "best shop" will vary from person to person
This time, we have picked out three famous bakeries in Koriyama City that have been loved for a long time and where you can buy cream boxes. Please use this as reference for your shopping
Many people say that "Gato Nakaya" is a taste that brings back memories
Gato Nakaya is located just a stone's throw from Fukushima Prefectural Asaka High School. You can often find their products in high school stores and supermarkets around the city, and many people probably feel like they grew up eating this flavor. The retro exterior also conveys the feeling of being a long-established store
One of their specialties, the Cream Box, is characterized by its light sweetness. Thanks to its small size, it's easy to eat
In addition to the cream box, the retro sweet bread that gives off a nostalgic vibe is also popular. Why not try one of the flavors of Koriyama's hometown?
Information
Name: Gato Nakaya
Address: 3-12-12 Kaisei, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
Phone number: 024-932-2133
Business hours: 6:00~17:30
Closed: Open daily
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Speaking of cream boxes, the famous one is "Romeo"
Romeo is a long-established bakery that has been making cream boxes since 1976. It is a renowned bakery that has supported and nurtured the popularity of cream boxes. Romeo is currently run by the Sanmangoku group, which is famous for its Fukushima souvenir sweet, Mamadoru.
The chewy and springy bread is filled with a generous amount of creamy, jiggly milk cream. It's so consistently delicious you'll want to say, "This is Cream Box!" The eye-catching illustration of , "Cream Bokkun,"
In fact, Romeo's Cream Box is also sold in a box or bag at Sanmankoku stores. Please check the official website for sales information
Information
Name: Romeo Ito-Yokado Koriyama store
Address: 2-11-40 Nishinouchi, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
Otomo Bakery: A delicious and affordable "restaurant"
Otomo Bakery is located in Toramaru-cho, close to Koriyama Station . It was founded in the Taisho era! For the people of Koriyama, it is a familiar bakery that has become a part of their daily lives. At lunchtime, it is an extremely popular bakery, with a constant stream of people coming in looking for bread.
The palm-sized cream box is quite heavy for its size, and you can tell it's filled with plenty of cream. When you put it in your mouth, the creaminess is overwhelming. However, it still tastes refreshing, probably because the cream has been adjusted to a flavor and amount that makes the bread delicious
In addition to the milk-flavored cream box, they also sell the "Rakuoh Cafe au Lait"
The small shop is packed with original sweet and savory breads that can only be found at Otomo Pan. The reasonable prices of each item are also a reason why it has been loved by locals for so long. You'll definitely be spoiled for choice, so be sure to prepare your stomach when you visit
Information
Name: Otomo Bakery
Address: 24-9 Toramarucho, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
Phone number: 024-923-6536
Closed: Open daily
Business hours: 7:30~19:00
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Cream Box is Koriyama City's soul food
This time we introduced Koriyama City's soul food, "Cream Box."
The reason why Cream Box is loved by people of all ages is because it is filled with kindness and a sense of reward. The combination of rich milky cream and soft, chewy bread creates a luxurious feeling that rivals high-end sweets. The happiness you feel when you bite into it will remain in your memory as a memorable taste, never to be forgotten for years to come
If you visit Koriyama City, please try Cream Box and let's share the deliciousness together
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