BK Bakery (Honya no Panya)

Pick up a book, then choose a loaf to take with you. BK Bakery (Honya no Panya) is a small bakery corner attached to a bookshop. Visitors report that, although the selection is not extensive, there is a pleasing range from sweet buns to breads for a meal. One customer particularly enjoyed the chewy texture of the shokupan made with Taihaku sesame oil and says they buy it repeatedly. Another toasted the Kitano Kaori Taihaku shokupan to enjoy its aroma, and also bought pumpkin brioche.

For something sweet, the brioche raisin bread has been praised for its milky dough and the sweetness of the raisins. One visitor described the tea-flavoured melon pan as a combination of tea-scented cookie dough and a soft, moist interior. For a little tartness alongside sweetness, black bean and cream cheese bread is another option. A customer liked the contrast between the beans’ sweetness and the cream cheese’s refreshing tang—a reminder that part of the pleasure here is trying different combinations.

For a light meal, consider ham and potato bread, croque monsieur or an egg sandwich. The ham and potato bread has been described as potato salad with some texture, paired with thinly sliced ham and mayonnaise. One diner found the egg sandwich memorable for its chewy bread and substantial filling. You can take bread away, or browse the books and general goods in the building before taking a break inside. There is seating for dining in and coffee; one visitor also reported a café on the 2 floor. If you’re in Hakozaki and feel like browsing books as you choose your bread, look for a favourite.