Hello, fellow travelers!

It’s Binako,
your Sarukuma writer with an ever-expanding appetite for sweets!

Today, I’m excited to introduce you to a charming patisserie tucked away in Tamukae, Minami Ward, Kumamoto City:
“MAISON de KITAGAWA”.

This patisserie has such a distinctive, almost mysterious atmosphere that you can’t help but feel a flutter of excitement as you step through the door…

The parking lot is conveniently located right in front of the shop — easy access for visitors driving in!

A Beautifully Curated Interior

The inside has a calm, sophisticated vibe, and beyond the cakes, you’ll also find a tempting selection of baked goods and confections.

And here’s the cake showcase. Honestly, all I can say is… magnificent.

Brown Rice & Salted Caramel Meringue Chantilly — 454 yen
Chef’s Recommendation: Ovale — 454 yen

A dessert featuring brown rice? Now that’s a rare and intriguing find!
It’s the kind of cake that immediately catches your eye.
Next to it, the Ovale isn’t just chocolate — it incorporates cheese soufflé, making it look light and easy to enjoy. Decisions, decisions!

It’s a chocolate lover’s paradise!

The chocolate used at MAISON de KITAGAWA is made from organically grown cacao,
carefully selected with thought and care for both the makers and the people who enjoy it —
truly cacao with a story behind every bite.

Soft-Baked Camembert — 162 yen
Soft-Baked Chocolate — 162 yen

These bite-sized stick desserts are easy to enjoy on the go and make wonderful gifts or souvenirs!

Hitoyoshi-Yamae Chestnut Pie — 432 yen
Soft-Baked Chocolate Chestnut Pie — 432 yen

Every sweet treat at MAISON de KITAGAWA is crafted with seasonal ingredients sourced from Kumamoto Prefecture —
from the fruits to the dairy, everything is locally produced.

You can really taste the heart and dedication of Kumamoto’s farmers in every bite!

Recommended Menu

Today, I treated myself to:
Brown Rice & Salted Caramel Meringue Chantilly — 454 yen!!

After much deliberation, I went with the brown rice cake that first caught my attention!

First, the part I was most curious about —
the roasted brown rice meringue!

And wow, this is seriously delicious.
The meringue is light and crisp, but thanks to the brown rice,
you get this gorgeous toasty aroma and deep, complex flavor that lingers in your nose with every bite.

And the salted caramel — the saltiness is perfectly balanced,
bringing out the caramel’s natural sweetness while adding just enough salty kick
for that addictive sweet-and-salty harmony!

When you eat the meringue and cream together,
the roasted brown rice aroma comes through even more strongly,
perfectly complementing the salted caramel flavor!

Each ingredient brings out the very best in the other —
truly the perfect pairing.

Next time, I’d love to try one of their chocolate cakes!

If you’re visiting Kumamoto, do yourself a favor and stop by — you won’t regret it!

By the way, there’s an eat-in space on the second floor, but it’s currently closed.

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