People come here to taste their Meoto Manju, which are sweet steamed buns. And you can even watch them make it! Available are two different types: A brown one with a mashed bean paste center and a white one that has smooth bean past inside. You can get just one or a few to take home…

But what we really loved at Kinokuniya Confectionery Shop is their Japanese style ice cream sandwich!

You can choose between 3 shapes (Turban, Clam or Scallop Shell) and 3 fillings (Vanilla, Green Tea, Red Bean Jam). They are not too big so if you are indecisive, why not have 2? One of these tiny Japanese style ice cream sandwiches will set you back 280¥ and it’s just the perfect treat on a hot day, or eh, well anytime ????

They have a few seats inside, as well as in the front of the shop. We recommend using them as walking while eating is still a bit of a bad habit for Japanese. And you will also realize quite quickly there are no bins around. In our opinion another reason why staying there and being able to leave your wrappers is great.

We got the Scallop Shell Shape with Matcha Ice Cream and Red Bean Paste and let us tell you: it was just perfect! The Wafer-thin Cracker was delicious and the mix of the slightly salty Red Beans with the Match Ice cream was so tasty, it set us into the right mood to explore the rest of the Island.

Make sure to check out the far side of Enoshima, with their walkable caves. It is really a must-see when coming here!

Web

Don’t have a website

Address

2 Chome-1-12 Enoshima, Fujisawa, Kanagawa 251-0036

Opening hours 

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Every night people gather to the beautiful sunsets Enoshima is famous for with a great view of Mount Fuji. And this seafood restaurant has a terrace with an unbeatable view.

Even if you feel you are a bit too late, they might be able to squeeze you in. As the staff is super friendly and hands-on.

We got there just in time and were able to get an outdoor seat. Left and right from us people were ready to take the best shot of the amazing scenery, with delicious izakaya-style food in front of them. 

We saw the grilled squid with soy sauce on nearly every table, so we ordered that and a beer. The whole grilled squid “Ika no Maruyaki” was 900¥ and the tab beer was 600¥. Now the portion was huge, so you could easily share and get something else if you like. When the “Ika no Maruyaki” arrived it looked spectacular and was the perfect match for our beer. And with the sunset in front of us the perfect place to call it a day!

Whether you are by yourself, a Date or with family this is a great spot! The place is also spacious, so they can easily accommodate bigger groups (though inside only). They furthermore do Coffee and Dessert and with the English Menu making things easy, Uomitei Seafood Restaurant is an unbeatable spot if you ask us.

Web

https://enoshima-uomitei.com/

Address

2 Chome-5-7 Enoshima, Fujisawa, Kanagawa 251-0036

Opening hours

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They are proud of their drip coffee and we were amazed how all of the equipment actually fit into the tiny food truck.

It’s not fancy. Actually, Street Cafe Reto is just a few chairs, sofas and tables all a bit random put together in front of the tiny food truck. But it’s actually what makes it so charming, we think.

First, choose your bread, they have both savoury and sweet, including cinnamon rolls and curry pan. Then go to the Counter at the side and order your coffee at the window. Just to warn you, if you are in a hurry this is not the place. Coffee takes some time, but it is a great spot to people watch, so it did not bother us at all.

We got a soft Anko Donut and a Cafe au Lait for 530¥, which is great value. The soft filled Anko bun was just amazing! So if you are not sure what to get, this is our recommendation!

It’s just the perfect, yet a bit unusual place to sit and have a coffee or quick breakfast before getting on the Tram to Kamakura or to explore Enoshima.

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Don’t have a Website

Address

Fujisawa-shi Kanagawa-ken 251-0035 日本, 1 Chome-3-7 Katasekaigan, Fujisawa, Kanagawa 251-0035

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