Kikukawa Shoten
Hakone-Yumoto, Ashigarashimo-Gun
Restaurant in Ashigarashimo-Gun, Japan
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Price
- JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
Why go
Tabelog 100-listed wagashi shop two minutes from Hakone Yumoto station, known for steamed Hakone manju made fresh from 10 AM until sold out. Under 1,000 JPY, take-out only, with a bench for immediate consumption. Arrive early—weekend mornings draw lines, and once the batch is gone, it's gone.
About Kikukawa Shoten
Kikukawa Shoten is a budget-friendly stop in Ashigarashimo-Gun, with spending listed at JPY 999 or less. Its posted hours are 9 AM to 6 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with Thursday closed. For travelers comparing casual stops in the area, the key details are simple: low price, daytime hours, and a listed recognition.
The shop is listed in the Tabelog 100 for Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe, East region, 2023. That recognition is best treated as a concise quality signal rather than a reason to assume specific dishes, service style, seating, payment methods, or sell-out patterns.
What to Eat
Plan without relying on a specific menu, dish list, or specialty item for Kikukawa Shoten. This guide should not promise particular sweets, seasonal offerings, or a specific ordering strategy. What can be said with confidence is that the venue sits in a low spending band, making it an easy addition to an Ashigarashimo-Gun itinerary when you want a modestly priced stop.
If you are comparing options, consider Cha no Chimoto, Chimoto Ekimae doori ten, Ichiyajo Yoroizuka Farm, sagamiya, and other dining in Ashigarashimo-Gun. Use those comparisons for broad itinerary planning rather than expecting Kikukawa Shoten to match their exact menus or formats.
How It Fits an Ashigarashimo-Gun Itinerary
For planning purposes, Kikukawa Shoten is best treated as a daytime Ashigarashimo-Gun stop. The schedule is straightforward: open 9 AM to 6 PM every day except Thursday. Those hours make it easier to place before or between other activities, while the sub-JPY 1,000 spending range keeps the visit low-commitment.
For drinks, reservations, seating, take-out service, payment methods, or dietary accommodations, confirm details directly before going. If planning a full Ashigarashimo-Gun dining itinerary, use Kikukawa Shoten as a simple, affordable stop and build the rest of the day around venues with the specific meal formats you need.
The Tabelog 100 East 2023 listing is meaningful context, but it should not be stretched into claims about ratings, rankings, exact scores, or how the recognition was earned. Kikukawa Shoten stands out for its Ashigarashimo-Gun location, low price band, regular daytime hours outside Thursday, and listed recognition in the Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe category.
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Planning details
- Location
- 706-17 Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan
- Website
- hakoneyumoto.com/shopping/1
- Phone
- +81 460-85-5036
Venue details
Ambiance
Simple, nostalgic confectionery-shop atmosphere with a take-out focus and a bench in front for waiting or snacking.
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Vibe
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Sourcing
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At the Table
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
Castella-yaki Hakone Manju
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 706-17 Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan
Planning details
Location
706-17 Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- sagamiya, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
- KOBE BEEF YAKINIKU RESTAURANT-BAKATARE, Notable alternative
- Chimoto Ekimae doori ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Cha no Chimoto, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Ichiyajo Yoroizuka Farm, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
Restaurant context
At under 1,000 JPY, Kikukawa Shoten operates in the same price tier as sagamiya, but the Tabelog 100 recognition sets it apart, sagamiya doesn't carry the same credential, and the format is less focused. If you're comparing take-out wagashi in Yumoto, this shop wins on consistency and awards. Chimoto Ekimae doori ten and Cha no Chimoto both sit slightly higher at 1,000–1,999 JPY and offer sit-down service with broader tea-and-sweets menus, making them better for a longer break. But neither offers the fresh-steamed manju experience that draws the morning crowd here.
For a splurge-worthy alternative outside the immediate Yumoto station radius, Ichiyajo Yoroizuka Farm operates at 4,000–4,999 JPY with a full pastry program, more sit-down dining, more refined presentation, and a chef pedigree. It's the choice if you want a meal-worthy sweets experience rather than a quick station stop. If you're booking only one sweet spot in Hakone and want the easiest logistics, this shop wins: no reservation, minimal wait outside peak hours, and you're back on the trail in 15 minutes. For broader exploration, pair it with a stop at Amazake Chaya further up the mountain for the full historical sweets circuit.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kikukawa Shoten worth the price?
For a low-cost stop, it may be: the spending range is JPY 999 or less. The venue is also listed in Tabelog 100 East 2023 for Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe.
What should I order at Kikukawa Shoten?
What should I wear to Kikukawa Shoten?
Casual clothing is a practical choice for a daytime stop in Ashigarashimo-Gun.
What are alternatives to Kikukawa Shoten?
For local planning, compare Kikukawa Shoten with other dining options in Ashigarashimo-Gun. Named comparison points include Cha no Chimoto, Chimoto Ekimae doori ten, Ichiyajo Yoroizuka Farm, and sagamiya.
What should a first-timer know about Kikukawa Shoten?
The hours are 9 AM to 6 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Thursday is closed, and the spending range is JPY 999 or less.
