Naruto Taiyaki Honpo (Shinjuku) — Local services in Tokyo

Naruto Taiyaki Honpo is a renowned Japanese dessert shop famous for its delicious taiyaki, a traditional fish-shaped pastry. Made fresh daily, the taiyaki’s crispy, golden-brown exterior is paired with a variety of sweet fillings, such as classic red bean paste, creamy custard, rich chocolate, and seasonal flavors like matcha or sweet potato. The texture contrast between the crunchy outside and the warm, soft interior makes each bite a delight. This shop is known for using high-quality ingredients and authentic recipes, attracting both locals and tourists. The welcoming atmosphere and charming décor add to the experience, making it a favorite dessert...

They had 3 flavours, red bean, sweet potato, & premium custard. Not a fan of red bean doriyaki but figured I’d try something that the local would suggest usually like to try.

They served came in hot. The filling was hot inside too. So it was satisfying to be eating it on a chilly weather.

How ever, I didn’t fancy the sweet potato ones as I find it mundanely sweet for me. & I didn’t like how the texture of it contributes to the mushiness texture.

The custard filling was also rather sweet -but it kinda complements the texture of the dough itself.

So for those who like doriyaki, tried these flavour so you...

Never in my entire life have i ever eaten such exquite taiyaki, or shall i say a sweet masterpiece. They put inside a super generous amount of filling, we chose premium custard and sweet potato. When they said premium vanilla custard, they meant it. You can see vanilla seed in the custard, it is creamy, rich and so smooth. They crust is paper thin that can hardly hold the amount of filling, and it is so crispy, making absolute delicious contrast to the soft, melting and smooth filling inside. I wish i can give it a...