Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno
Toshima, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
- JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
Why go
A Sugamo institution serving shio daifuku; salted rice cakes with red bean filling; unchanged for over 50 years. The shop operates as both a take-away counter and a basic café, drawing crowds on market days. Tabelog 2023 recognition confirms consistency rather than innovation. At under JPY 1,000, it's a quick, low-cost stop for a traditional sweet, not a meal destination. Cash only, no reservations.
About Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno
Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno is a Tokyo venue with a listed price of JPY 999 and daily daytime hours.
The venue has recognition on Tabelog's 2023 Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe 100 list for Tokyo. For readers comparing it with other Tokyo dining stops, that recognition is a useful signal. Comparable venues include Negima, FRENCH POUND HOUSE Yamatogou honten, Mensouan Sunada, Sugamo Tokiwa Shokudo Honten, Teuchi Soba Kikutani Sugamo honten.
Daytime Hours and Visit Planning
The hours are 9:15 AM–6:30 PM every day: Monday through Sunday. Plan within those posted hours and confirm directly before making a special trip.
If details such as reservations, seating, take-away service, payment methods, drinks, stock levels, or crowd patterns matter to your visit, check the venue's current official information or contact the shop directly before going. Key planning anchors are its Tokyo location, daily 9:15 AM–6:30 PM hours, the JPY 999 listed price, the 2023 Tabelog Tokyo Japanese sweets recognition.
How It Compares
Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno is best framed as a Tokyo venue with a JPY 999 listed price and Tabelog 100 Tokyo recognition in the Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe category.
For broader planning, compare it with other Tokyo dining options, or with comparable venues such as FRENCH POUND HOUSE Yamatogou honten, Mensouan Sunada, Negima, Sugamo Tokiwa Shokudo Honten, Teuchi Soba Kikutani Sugamo honten. The main reasons to consider Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno are its Tokyo location, daily daytime hours, JPY 999 listed price, its appearance on the 2023 Tabelog Tokyo Japanese sweets list.
Planning details
- Location
- 3 Chome-33-3 Sugamo, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0002, Japan
- Website
- shiodaifuku.co.jp
- Phone
- +81 3-3910-4652
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno presents itself as a classic, small-scale sweets destination in Sugamo, specializing in Japanese traditional confections. The listing highlights its Original Salt Daifuku, positioning the cafe firmly in the realm of regional, time-honored treats. The venue is described as a cafe/cafeteria rather than a formal restaurant, so the atmosphere reads as unpretentious and relaxed. Details on Tabelog emphasize menus, maps and user-submitted photos and reviews, which reinforces a straightforward, local-shop character rather than an upscale or theatrical dining experience. Smoking is noted as allowed in the description, which also informs the ambience.
Best For
This spot is well suited to casual visits for people seeking traditional Japanese sweets rather than a full-service meal. It works for solo stops, quick sweet cravings, and relaxed daytime outings where a simple cafe experience is the goal. The emphasis on Original Salt Daifuku makes it particularly appealing to dessert-focused visitors and to those exploring Sugamo’s confectionery offerings. Because the listing appears on Tabelog with photos and reviews, diners who prioritize peer feedback and menus can use those resources to confirm fit before visiting.
Ordering Tips
Order the Original Salt Daifuku — it is the specific specialty called out in the description. The venue is listed as a cafe and cafeteria, so expect casual service and a straightforward menu focused on sweets. Note that the description explicitly states 'Smoking Allowed,' so if that is a concern, check recent reviews or photos on Tabelog before you go. Use the Tabelog entry for up-to-date menus, maps, user reviews, ratings and on-site photos to confirm current offerings and practical details.
Venue details
Ambiance
A nostalgic, old-school Japanese confectionery and cafe along Sugamo Jizo-dori with a simple, no-frills interior, focused on takeaway but with basic table seating and a bustling yet relaxed atmosphere especially on festival days.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
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At the Table
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Shio daifuku (salted daifuku mochi)
- Mame daifuku
- Ohagi
- Inari sushi
- Issho mochi (birthday mochi)
Planning details
Location
3 Chome-33-3 Sugamo, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0002, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Sugamo Tokiwa Shokudo Honten, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Mensouan Sunada, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Teuchi Soba Kikutani Sugamo honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Negima, Japanese, ¥¥
- FRENCH POUND HOUSE Yamatogou honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno sits at the bottom of Sugamo's price spectrum, well below the JPY 1,000–2,000 range where Mensouan Sunada and Teuchi Soba Kikutani serve soba meals, far beneath Sugamo Tokiwa Shokudo Honten's JPY 2,000–3,000 lunch service. FRENCH POUND HOUSE Yamatogou honten offers Western-style pound cakes and baked goods at similar pricing to the soba shops, but those are boxed gifts rather than grab-and-go items. Mizuno's daifuku is the fastest, cheapest option in the area, ideal for travelers who want a taste of Sugamo's traditional sweet without committing to a sit-down meal.
Booking is simplest at Mizuno (walk-in only, no reservations needed), though Negima and the noodle shops also accept walk-ins with minimal wait outside of peak lunch hours. Tokiwa Shokudo is the only venue in this where advance booking improves the experience, particularly for weekend lunch. If the priority is value for money and speed, Mizuno wins. If the priority is a fuller meal or a quieter room, the soba shops offer better seating and more substantial portions. For travelers already walking Jizo Street, Mizuno is a logical stop. For those planning a dedicated Sugamo visit, pair it with one of the noodle spots rather than relying on the daifuku alone.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno good for solo dining?
Solo visitors can plan around the daily hours of 9:15 AM–6:30 PM and check current seating, service, or reservation details before visiting.
Is lunch or dinner better at Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno?
The hours are 9:15 AM–6:30 PM daily. Plan within those hours and confirm directly if timing is important.
What should I wear to Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno?
Use normal casual attire appropriate for visiting a Tokyo food venue unless the shop publishes different guidance.
What should a first-timer know about Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno?
It is in Tokyo, the listed price is JPY 999, the hours are 9:15 AM–6:30 PM every day. It also appears on Tabelog's 2023 Tokyo list for Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafes.
Does Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno handle dietary restrictions?
If you have restrictions, check the venue's current official information before visiting.
How far ahead should I book Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno?
What should I order at Ganso Shio Daifuku Mizuno?
Check the shop's current menu before ordering. Key planning details include the Tokyo location, JPY 999 listed price, daily 9:15 AM–6:30 PM hours, Tabelog 100 Tokyo recognition for Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafes in 2023.
