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Asakusa Chochin Monaka

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Asakusa Chochin Monaka

Take a stroll around Asakusa with the crispy Monaka from a specialty shop in one hand.

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This Monaka specialty shop is located on Asakusa Nakamise Shopping Street, bustling with people as the main approach to Senso-ji Temple. The shop's look, which mirrors the lantern (Chochin) of Kaminarimon Gate, known as a symbol of Asakusa, has a nostalgic atmosphere that evokes a sense of downtown charm. The Monaka dough, carefully baked using domestic glutinous rice, provides a light and crispy texture.

Perfect for Asakusa sightseeing is the "Ice Monaka" sandwiching cool ice cream, which can be eaten with one hand. The lineup includes 6 to 8 types, including the mellow "Ice Monaka Vanilla," the refined "Ice Monaka Matcha" with a slight bitterness, and the "Ice Monaka Black Sesame" with a spread of fragrant sweetness.

The "Anko Monaka (grain)" filled with grainy red bean paste made from Hokkaido Tokachi beans is also popular as a souvenir, as it can be carried at room temperature. The just-right sweetness of the grainy red bean paste and the crispy Monaka make a superb combination. Other must-see seasonal menus include "Homemade Fruit Vinegar Juice" available from March to November, "Shaved Ice" only from June to September, and "Oshiruko" and "Amazake" available only in winter.

Highlights

  • Proud of Monaka carefully baked using domestic glutinous rice.
  • The signature "Ice Monaka" has 6 to 8 types lined up.
  • "Anko Monaka (grain)" sandwiching grainy red bean paste made from Hokkaido beans is also popular.

Photos

  • Located on the bustling Nakamise Street

    Located on the bustling Nakamise Street

  • Ice Monaka has a variety of flavors.

    Ice Monaka has a variety of flavors.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have menus in foreign languages or with pictures? (If so, please let us know the languages available.)
A

Yes, we have Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean menu and menu with pictures.

Q

How long is the shelf life of Anko Monaka?
A

Anko Monaka is basically only available in winter, from October to February. The shelf life is about 1 to 2 months.

Q

Can we eat in the shop?
A

Eating in the shop is not possible due to its small size.

Reviews

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  • Linda Liao
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    When visiting Senso-ji Temple, as you make your way along the lively Nakamise Street, be sure to try this popular monaka specialty shop with lines out the door! Each order is freshly made, with thin, crisp, fragrant rice wafers filled with rich ice cream, Hokkaido red beans, and other generous fillings. The crunchy, aromatic rice wafers pair beautifully with the cold, creamy filling, creating layers of texture. It’s one of Asakusa’s most iconic sweets to enjoy while strolling around.

  • 趙月霞
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    The crispy shell made from glutinous rice is filled with a sweet filling. Its shape, modeled after the giant red lantern at Kaminarimon Gate, is really unique and eye-catching.

  • 趙月霞
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    The crispy shell made from glutinous rice is filled with a sweet filling. Its shape, modeled after the giant red lantern at Kaminarimon Gate, is really unique and eye-catching.

  • Andy Huang
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    This is an ice cream specialty shop. They use domestically produced glutinous rice to make the wafers. It's also a famous local treat in Asakusa.

Details

Name in Japanese
浅草ちょうちんもなか
Postal Code
111-0032
Address
2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Telephone
03-3842-5060
Closed
Irregular holidays
Business Hours
10:00am - 5:30pm（Closes once sold out）※Varies depending on seasons.
Access
About a 3-minute walk from Tokyo Metro, Tobu Railway and Toei Subway Asakusa Station.
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa