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For bread with layers of texture, “Jōgen no Tsuki” is an intriguing place to start. Croissant dough is paired with walnut powder, mango and whole walnuts. Visitors have remarked on its delicate layers and a crunch reminiscent of croquant. One felt the mango added contrast in texture rather than taking centre stage in the flavour. There is something to appreciate both for those drawn to the sweetness of the walnut cream and for anyone chiefly after crisp pastry.

For a lighter bite of pastry, try “Salt Caramel Nuts”. One visitor described crisp pastry layered with gently sweet custard and fragrant walnuts, while the caramel, they said, was not so sticky that it lost its clean bite. It sounds like a promising choice when you want something sweet without a heavy finish. Another visitor found the walnuts free of any noticeable bitterness and felt the caramel had a more pronounced toasted flavour than on a previous visit.

If you’d like something savoury alongside the sweet pastries, “Kuru Kuru Savory” is another option. Visitors have described a firm, crisp exterior and soft centre, with a hint of cheese’s saltiness and savoury depth; the aroma of bread and walnuts also made an impression. Some visitors have repeatedly singled out the curry bread, too, making it another choice to consider when looking for a savoury bake. One visitor reported that their purchase was very hot at the time.

Visitors note that the selection changes during the day, and some have found their preferred breads sold out by early afternoon. If you have a particular loaf or pastry in mind, an earlier visit may give you a better chance of finding it. Also rain or wind is a bakery in Murasakino Higashinocho, Kita Ward, Kyoto City, and offers takeaway only: there is no dine-in service or delivery. The idea is to pick out a few breads and enjoy them at home.