Higuma Doughnuts — Restaurant in Tokyo

I was watching a chipper, young YouTube vlogger talk about the recent popularity of a Tokyo neighborhood unbeknownst to me, the melodic-sounding Gakugei-Daigaku, She stopped here for a snack and a chat with the effusive young owner Jun. The doughnuts looked good enough for my husband and me to follow up and look for this shop on a particularly rainy day when nothing but a doughnut would do.

It's a compact shop but with banquette seating upholstered in a Canadian lumberjack plaid. The owner I saw on YouTube was here. Friendly and welcoming, he's from Hokkaido and uses ingredients from his home prefecture to make eight different doughnuts including Cinnamon Sugar, Chocolate Dipped, Raspberry Jam Filled, and Kinako. My husband went for the ¥400 Limoncello, while I chose the ¥420 Honey Marscarpone.

What we noticed was how freshly they fry the doughnuts. They were warm and fluffy but not overwhelming. The sweetness was light, not the heavy glaze you might find elsewhere. The limoncello had a nice tanginess that complemented the mochi chew. The honey marscarpone came as a dollop over a plain doughnut, so the creamy sweetness was nicely contained. Higuma refers to a Hokkaido grizzly bear and fits the motif quite well.

FOOD - 5 stars...fresh doughnuts that go for quality over size and sweetness AMBIANCE - 4 stars...the Canadian touches reflect Jun's personal background SERVICE - 5 stars - Jun and team deliver the goods TOTAL - 5 stars...time for a doughnut in...

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Higuma Doughnuts in Tokyo, Japan, and I must say, it was a delightful experience. The first thing that caught my attention was the enticing aroma of fresh doughnuts as soon as I entered the shop. The doughnuts at Higuma are truly exceptional, and I highly recommend trying their cinnamon sugar flavor. The combination of the sweet cinnamon and the fluffy dough was absolutely divine.

In addition to their delectable doughnuts, Higuma also serves wonderful coffee. The rich and flavorful brew perfectly complemented the sweetness of the doughnuts. It was evident that the establishment takes pride in the quality of their beverages as much as their pastries.

The location of Higuma Doughnuts is also worth mentioning. Situated in Tokyo, it offers a calm and pleasant atmosphere, making it an ideal place for a leisurely stroll. The ambiance is welcoming, with ample seating options for customers to relax and enjoy their treats. Whether you choose to enjoy your doughnut inside or take it to go, the surroundings add an extra touch of serenity to the overall experience.

In conclusion, if you find yourself in Tokyo, I highly recommend visiting Higuma Doughnuts. With their fresh and delightful doughnuts, wonderful coffee, and serene location, it’s a haven for doughnut enthusiasts and a perfect spot for a...

Very nice staff. Cozy little shop with a few seats. Cool vibe. Good doughnuts. We had: Chocolate- was nice, fluffy and soft. The chocolate was more of a ganache, rather than a glacé, which is what I prefer, with some candied orange peel on top. Was very good. Limoncello- was same doughnut as the chocolate, but wasn’t as fresh and had a nice lemon flavor glaze. It was ok, not our favorite. Honey Mascarpone- was still warm with a shuttle sweetness and a dollop of mascarpone. This was by far our favorite and outstanding. Lemonade- very tasty lemon drink

Good doughnuts, nice staff and cool...