Hello, fellow travelers! 😊
This is Yuzu, a writer for Sarukuma 🌻

Today, I’m excited to introduce you to a delightful little shop in Gyokuto Town, Tamana District, Kumamoto Prefecture:
Platto Gyokuto
☆

You’ll find this charming shop right next to JR Konoha Station — incredibly convenient for travelers exploring Kumamoto by train! ☆

Parking is shared with Yume Station Konoha, located directly across from the station 🚗

My mission today? To try the famous
Honey Rosa Soft Serve Ice Cream ☆

Now, you might be wondering — what exactly is Honey Rosa?

Honey Rosa is
a prized specialty of Gyokuto Town — an exceptionally rare variety of sumomo (Japanese plum) that can only be harvested for about 10 days from early to mid-June each year!

As a serious plum enthusiast, I knew I had to visit! So off I went 🚗

They also offer a fascinating Tansan Goori (sparkling shaved ice) Soft Serve 🍦
My daughter immediately exclaimed, “That’s exactly what I wanted to try!” 😃

A quick heads-up: Thursday hours differ from other days, so please plan accordingly!
Now, let’s head inside — GO! GO!!!!

Step inside, and you’re greeted by an adorable plum mascot 😍

The shop carries handmade local products and even community trash bags — true neighborhood essentials 👍

Look — Honey Rosa Amazake (sweet fermented rice drink)!
This is something you won’t easily find anywhere else — a truly unique souvenir!

They also have artisanal jams featuring Honey Rosa, pear, and strawberry 👍

And further inside? Honey Rosa Soup Curry!

Wondering what Honey Rosa Soup Curry tastes like? The poster has you covered 😁

Smoothly spicy with a refreshing tangy kick — sounds intriguing, right?

I’m definitely buying this on my next visit 👍

And here’s a fun fact: their Honey Rosa Sherbet won the Gold Prize at the Yoshimoto 47 Chefs-d’œuvre 2017 awards! 🏆

Take a look at this menu 😍

I had no idea Honey Rosa could be transformed into so many delicious creations! 💕
That’s the magic of a true specialty shop!

Time to order!

The prices are wonderfully reasonable!
Where else can you enjoy soft serve made with the legendary phantom Honey Rosa plum for just 300 yen?

Personally, I love that they offer a mini size 🍦
I’m the type who prefers small portions of many delicious things 😄

There’s a cozy eat-in space inside the shop, plus benches outside for enjoying your treats al fresco 👌

They even offer nationwide shipping within Japan, so you can share this delicious experience with loved ones! 💕

Recommended Menu

Honey Rosa Soft Serve
with Confiture Topping — 330 yen

I ordered this delightful treat 🍦

For just 30 yen extra, you can add the confiture topping — I highly recommend it! 🤩

The ice cream is refreshingly light yet wonderfully rich and flavorful!
And the confiture pairs beautifully with the soft serve!

Adding the confiture was absolutely the right choice 😍
It’s so incredibly delicious — be sure to stop by Platto Gyokuto when you’re in Kumamoto! 😄

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※Information is accurate as of the time of reporting. Prices and hours may change. Please confirm before visiting.