Koparu

Drawn in by the aroma of fresh baking, visitors seek out Koparu, a compact neighborhood bakery centered on croissants. Its rice-flour croissants stand out in particular, pairing a pleasant crispness on the exterior with a moist, chewy interior. A lighter variation folded around gently sweet chocolate is also available, making it easy to grab a couple for breakfast or an afternoon snack.

Alongside the bread, the bakery's crisp rusks offer an appealing bite with their sweet and salty balance. That measured seasoning makes them well suited as a teatime treat once taken home.

Set along a residential stretch of Kasuga in Bunkyo Ward, Koparu opens at 8:00 in the morning and stays open until evening, fitting neatly into morning commutes or daytime errands. Service is geared for quick takeout, and cashless smartphone payments via PayPay and Rakuten Pay are accepted.