New Zealand’s first Japanese patisserie brings a delicate Tokyo style of baking to Christchurch, blending classic French techniques with lighter, less sugary Japanese recipes. Founded in 2009 by patissier Eri Yahagi, the kitchen specialises in individual desserts and a selection from their whole cake menu tailored for celebrations. Rather than the rich heaviness of traditional European gateaux, the cakes and desserts here are crafted to be noticeably subtle in their sweetness, presented in the counter cabinet with meticulous attention to detail.
You will find the shop at 376 Riccarton Road in Upper Riccarton, sitting alongside two other bakeries within a kilometre, including YumYum Bakery just down the road and Shirley's Kitchen further east. It stands apart from both through its specialised focus on refined Japanese-western fusion sweets and celebration cakes. Our pick in Upper Riccarton for an elegant celebration cake that does not overdo the sugar.