Tokyo Day 5: Tsukiji + Uni Labo Marusyu + Jugetsudo + Pâtisserie Asako Iwayanagi. Tokyo. Japan.

On my last full day in Tokyo, I returned to Tsukiji, one of my favorite food wonders of the world. I ALMOST didn't come in trying to force myself to do different things. But since I realized I never had the unidon here,  I changed my mind. Also, I found an uni distributor that has a large selection of premium uni. I grabbed a hojicha latte from Matcha Stand Maruni and walked around to see all the old and the new at Tsukiji.











I ended up at Uni Labo Marusyu for a decadent uni filled lunch. It is hidden in an alley in the midst of bustling Tsukiji and an uni wholesaler that offers at least 20 different types of uni at their restraint each day. I had their unidon with 5 types of premium uni in addition to a tasting of 3 more types of uni. This was definitely a premium uni experience with a price tag to match—it was $92.38 for my 2 items for lunch. Since this is in an alley, it is also away from the hustle and bustle of the Tsukiji crowds. If you want the liveliness of Tsukiji and a more wallet friendly option, then get the unidon outside in the market instead.









On my way out of Tsukiji, I stopped by Jugetsudo to get some tea to bring home as it's across the street. Jugetsudo has been making premium Japanese teas since 1854. I got a matcha to sip on, which came with its own wagashi. 





For my last reservation I opted for the afternoon tea at Pâtisserie Asako Iwayanagi. Pâtisserie Asako Iwayanagi is famous for her artful layered parfaits with delicate flavors and textures that compliment each other. They are definitely the most expensive parfaits in Tokyo at $45-$80+ each. I decided a while ago that I was not going to try these parfaits albeit curiosity. During my many years of research realized that is far too much sugar for one person to consume, and they require each person to order their own. Unless you buy one to go from the bakery to share with a friend elsewhere. However, upon the release of their March afternoon tea menu, I could not resist their sakura tea set. I have also heard that her pastries are actually even better than their parfaits and it comes with a Parfait Bambi (small). I am English. I love high tea. A Japanese high tea with French sensibilities? Yes. Please. I got myself a seat at the counter to see the magic happen right in front of me. You can also go the store and get some pastries to go. I loved the tea set, but I was unable to finish the Parfait Bambi as it's too much food/sugar. That was also why I booked this for 4PM as I knew this would be my last meal of the day.

If you decide to make a reservation to dine here, be sure to have the correct link as there are multiple possibilities across their 3 shops (thankfully near each other). It will become clear as you make it if you don't see what you are trying to make a reservation for. 

Jambon Beurre Sakura
Shrimp & Taro Mash
Purple Daikon & Barley Râpées 

Sakura Mont Blanc
Butterbur Miso Crèmeux
Matcha Scone
White Miso Cheesecake Tart
Matcha & Sakura Opera Cake
Sakura Choux à la Crème
Sakura Mochi

Parfait Bambi Sakura

This here below is their famed CréA with Anko in their pastry case.















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Then I walked half way back to Shimbashi from Setagaya to burn off calories and to enjoy my last Tokyo evening with cherry blossoms. It was a long but lovely stroll at sunset through many miles of Tokyo. I loved every minute of it.