■The "Rye Bread" That Carries the Spirit of Authentic Germany, and the Ever-Popular "Croissant"
▲On the left is "Roggenmisch (Caraway)," available in 3 varieties including pumpkin and plain. Center is "Walnut & Fruit Sourdough," and right is "Sourdough Plain."
The true star of the shop is the German-style bread that first drew the owner into the world of baking. The "Roggenmisch" uses 66% rye whole-grain flour with 100% natural yeast. The bold, tangy sourness characteristic of sourdough starter deepens with every chew.
The "Walnut & Fruit Sourdough" is made with a 33% rye dough packed with six kinds of mix-ins including walnuts and figs. The pleasant acidity is totally addictive.
▲ Croissants finished with domestic wheat and 100% butter
The blissful "Croissant" is made with domestic wheat and 100% butter, boasting a satisfyingly crisp and flaky texture. It now stands alongside the baguette as an unshakeable best-seller and signature menu item. The lineup also includes French-style breads and Danish pastries made with natural yeast, whole-grain pizza topped with cheese and natural honey, and anpan filled with Tokachi red beans from Hokkaido — a wonderfully diverse selection.
■Fresh-from-the-Oven Croissants Paired with Aromatic Café Latte
▲Fresh-baked croissant alongside a fragrant café latte
In the café space, pair your bread with espresso or a latte brewed from specially selected beans chosen by a dedicated roaster. You can enjoy a truly craft cup thoughtfully matched to complement the bread. Plans are also in the works to offer soup and salad alongside fresh-baked bread, which means this spot looks set to grow into an even more beloved morning destination.
▲The owner personally checks the doneness of the bread
The bread packed with the owner's passion carries a gentle warmth that feels right at home in the neighborhood. The shop opens as early as 7:30 a.m. on weekdays, but popular items tend to sell out quickly. Do yourself a favor — get up early and treat yourself to a truly blissful morning.
【SHOP INFO】
Bäckerhügel (backer_hugel)
Address: 2-55-3 Kojima-cho, Chōfu-shi, Tokyo (approx. 7-minute walk from Keio Line Chōfu Station)
Hours: Weekdays 7:30–14:30 / Sat & Sun 7:00–14:00 ※Closes when sold out
Closed: Wednesdays and Thursdays
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【About the Author】
Shirō Hassō (Kenichirō Kameyama) — Food analyst affiliated with the Japan Food Analyst Association. Currently serves as an association-certified instructor, JFS product consultant, and member of the Product Development Research Group. He is also actively working to spread food culture centered on food education, nutrition, sake, BBQ techniques, and more, visiting communities and travel destinations throughout Japan, based in Tokyo. Instagram: @kenys_papa
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