Hello, fellow travelers!
It’s Binako, your SaruKuma writer!

Today I’m excited to introduce a hidden gem located in
Nishihara, Higashi-ku, Kumamoto City:
“March” bakery.

From the outside, you might not even realize this is a bakery — but the charming atmosphere is irresistible and instantly draws you in!

Good news for drivers: there are about 3 parking spaces diagonally across from the shop.

Step inside and you’ll discover much more than bread — there are also lovely accessories and masks displayed throughout the beautifully decorated interior!

They have juices too!

And even fresh eggs!

Eggs from a bakery? You just know they’re going to be amazing!

Coffee is also available, so you can relax and enjoy your bread with a hot cup!

Hot Coffee / Cocoa: 200 yen

Cafe Latte: 300 yen

Tea: 200 yen

Cafe Mocha: 350 yen

Tea Latte: 300 yen

There’s even a table seating area in the back, so you can dine in if you’d like!

Beyond bread, March also offers bento (Japanese lunch boxes) — perfect for a tasty takeaway lunch!
And at 300–550 yen, the prices are super reasonable!

And just look at this mouthwatering chicken!

“Marchiki” (March Chicken): 180 yen

For an extra 20 yen, you can choose your favorite flavor!

Recommended Menu

March offers an impressive variety of breads!

Salt Bread & Sausage Bread

Burdock Salad & Tuna Mayo

There are also savory filled breads — perfect for kids and adults alike!

The cute name and adorable shape promise pure deliciousness — and yes, they have melon pan too!

Yotsuba Butter Melon Pan…

And it’s only 150 yen — what a steal!

You’ll also find:

Raisin Bread & Loaf Bread (Shokupan)

— ideal options for breakfast!

Cranberry Bread: 390 yen

This one really caught my eye!

I just had to try those cranberries!

This time, I tried the Tuna Mayo Bread (150 yen)

It was packed with tuna mayo right in the center!

The bread is incredibly fluffy, and it pairs perfectly with the moist, creamy tuna mayo!

The bread enhances the tuna mayo,
and the tuna mayo elevates the bread —
a truly perfect pairing!

It’s that kind of magical bread!

Next up, the one I’d been eyeing:

Yotsuba Butter Melon Pan: 150 yen

Just look at how perfectly round and adorable it is!
There was no way I could leave without one.

The top crust is wonderfully crispy yet soft — absolutely delicious!

The buttery aroma is heavenly, and you could honestly eat one after another without stopping.

The dough itself is moist and easy to enjoy.
As a lifelong melon pan lover, this one truly hit the spot!

The cozy ambiance of March, the kindness of the staff, and the gentle, comforting flavors of the bread — it’s all simply wonderful and I highly recommend it!

If you’re visiting Kumamoto, please stop by and experience March for yourself!

Frequently Asked Questions

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