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Among the displays, the bakery's signature Pentagon and Hexagon breads stand out immediately. Rolled with sweet sheets folded through the dough and baked to a moist, pillowy texture, they are made to be pulled apart section by section, making them an easy, satisfying choice for an everyday treat or light snack.

The sweet and savoury options cover broad ground, featuring rich condensed milk anpan alongside muffins ranging from berry varieties to chocolate and orange combinations. For breakfast or lunch, savoury staples like fragrant salt bread and brown rice loaf sit alongside substantial egg sandwiches, including options layered with a fried egg.

Set along Kyoto's Sanjo-kai Shopping Arcade, the bakery opens from 7:00 on weekdays (excluding Wednesdays and Thursdays) and from 7:30 on weekends, making it a convenient stop for takeout before heading out for the day. Cashless payments—including major credit cards, transit IC cards, and PayPay—are accepted, making it an easy stop when strolling through the arcade.