About Machi Pan Lab Uto Store

Hello, this is Aikero, writer for [Sarukuma].

Today I’d like to introduce a wonderful spot in Matsuyama-cho, Uto City:
Machi Pan Lab Uto Store.

Nearby is Isshindou Roho, a beautiful traditional Japanese sweets shop covered by our writer Binako. Our writer Asukarando also previously covered Machi Pan Lab Kumamoto Store.

In October 2020, the original shop changed its name from Tezukuri Pan no Mise NICE to the current Machi Pan Lab Kumamoto Store.
The location stayed the same, so longtime locals may already be familiar with it.The parking lot is right in front of the store.
It faces the main road, so please be careful when pulling in.There is also an accessible parking space beside the shop.A vending machine is also available in the parking lot.
A small reminder of the previous shop name still lingers on the door — a charming little detail.Inside, the aisles are nice and spacious.You can even see the bakers at work!
There’s something so satisfying about watching artisans craft fresh bread right in front of you.
It’s a quiet bonus that this bakery has a restroom — always appreciated.
Tongs and trays are placed right by the entrance.
Juice box: 108 yen
[Limited Edition] Cookie Set: 550 yen
Assorted homemade cookies: 160 yen / 180 yen
I tried these at a pop-up sale before, and the gentle, mellow sweetness was wonderful.
And of course, the star of Machi Pan Lab — this is the one!
Phantom Cream Bread (Maboroshi no Cream Pan): 191 yen

I had this at the pop-up sale and loved it so much I had to buy it again.There are several brand-new items on the shelves too!
Machi Pan Lab develops new bread products every single month.
Most items fall into the 100–300 yen range, and with so many varieties, it’s hard to choose.
Shrimp Katsu Burger: 354 yen
They also offer a selection of sandwiches.
Cream Cornet: 195 yen
Kinako (Roasted Soybean Flour) Flake Cornet: 208 yen
Chocolate Cornet: 194 yen
They offer three different cornets!
The chocolate items had cute Valentine-themed pop displays.
Mini Bread 3-Piece Set: 120 yen
Great for those who want to sample several flavors, or for kids who prefer smaller portions.
Salt Butter Bread: 129 yen
And there’s still plenty more!
Crispy Curry Bread: 194 yen
The joy of biting into a warm, freshly made curry bread is hard to beat.The daily-rotating loaf bread schedule is shown here.
Phantom Cream Bread S (4-piece set): 704 yen
They’re billed as the smaller size, but honestly — they don’t look that small at all!

It comes in a gift-ready box, perfect as an omiyage (souvenir) for friends and family.Soft serve ice cream (assorted flavors): 270 yen
A wide variety of payment options are accepted too.

Recommended Menu at Machi Pan Lab Uto Store

You absolutely cannot miss the Phantom Cream Bread!
Curious about the “phantom” name, I checked Machi Pan Lab’s website and found the answer.
According to them: “Production was small-scale and only a limited number could be made each day. The bread was so popular that it sold out almost instantly, and customers visiting the shop often couldn’t get their hands on one. Someone said, ‘It’s just like a phantom cream bread!’ — and the name stuck.”Soft, flaky Danish-style pastry filled with vanilla bean cream — it has a delightful cream-puff-like quality to it.
The rich vanilla aroma is just heavenly.Can you guess what kind of bread this is?

Salted Kombu (Kelp) Roll: 140 yen
Salted kombu in bread? You probably never imagined that combination!Just by tearing it open, you can feel that wonderfully chewy, mochi-like texture.
It’s so springy that squeezing it firmly will leave a slight indent.

And as for the taste — yes, you really can taste the salted kombu!
There’s a subtle sweetness too, which I suspect comes from glutinous rice flour.
It’s surprisingly, genuinely delicious!

Every fourth Saturday of the month, the shop holds a cashback event.
You get half of your total purchase amount back as in-store vouchers — a great deal! Sign up as a LINE friend to receive announcements about the cashback event and new product releases.

Whether you come for the famous Phantom Cream Bread or to try the latest monthly creation, this charming neighborhood bakery is well worth a visit!

[Isshindou Roho] A Wonderful Wagashi Shop with a Lovely Owner and Beautifully Meaningful Seasonal Sweets (Matsuyama-cho, Uto City)

[Closed: Machi Pan Lab Kumamoto Store] The Phantom Cream Bread — An Instagram-Worthy Bakery (Kita-ku, Kumamoto City)

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※Information is accurate as of the time of the visit. Prices and hours are subject to change. Please confirm before your trip.