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Best Mochi in Tokyo

Curated byStacklist6 cardsUpdated Sep 2025
Tokyo is renowned for its mochi, offering everything from traditional hand-pounded varieties to inventive, fruit-filled daifuku and stylish warabi mochi. Here are the most acclaimed spots for mochi in Tokyo, with options ranging from historic shops to cafés specializing in creative presentations.
Ginza Akebono
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Ginza Akebono

One of Tokyo's oldest mochi shops, famous for classic Ichigo Daifuku (strawberry mochi) and other seasonal delights. Multiple locations in Ginza and beyond.

Toraya Tokyo
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Toraya Tokyo

Claimed to be Tokyo’s oldest mochi/wagashi shop (since 1241), Toraya offers exquisite, finely crafted traditional Japanese sweets perfect for gifts and high-end omiyage.

Higashiya Ginza
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Higashiya Ginza

Elegant tea house offering refined mochi, ohagi, nerikiri, and more, paired with premium Japanese teas. Ideal for savoring dessert as an art form.

Sanukiya
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Sanukiya

Longstanding confectionery known for traditional anmitsu and classic Japanese desserts. High reviews for authentic wagashi atmosphere.

Edo Usagi
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Edo Usagi

Edo Usagi is easy to spot thanks to the cute ghost drawn on the outside of the building.

Azuki Tokouri
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Azuki Tokouri

Azuki beans, a traditional Japanese ingredient. Shaved ice, a symbol of summer. Texture, temperature difference, contrast, dressing, and the many techniques of French cuisine. From familiar sweets to unexpected flavors.