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Consistently delicious treats, friendly staff, and a cozy atmosphere make Sasaki Fine Pastry an excellent destination for fresh mochi. The highlight is enjoying the mochi when it's still warm and freshly made! When the stars aligned, you may just be lucky enough to be able to get a fresh mochi!
A small Japanese pastry shop located inside J-Town. You'll need to head all the way to the back, past the butcher shop to find this hidden gem! This little cafe sells coffee, lattes, mochi and dorayaki. They also have an online store where you can purchase their goods ahead of time so that you can get the flavours you want! If you purchase a box of 6 mochis, they don't charge tax. I'm not normally a fan of bean paste fillings but I must say, this cafe does it beautifully. They incorporate a variety of flavours with the bean paste filling and they are all delicious. The mochi is really soft and fluffy, some of the best I've had. Their flavours are also on seasonal rotation so check on their website to see what they have for sale. I got the sesame, yuzu, mango, strawberry, and matcha flavours. All of them were so delicious and fresh! You could really taste the distinct flavours of each and they're not overly sweet. Highly recommend!
I love this cute pastry shop, nestled at the far end of the JTown shopping complex. This is my go to when I need something to bring a dinner party or gathering and they are always a hit. The Mochi are the best I had in Toronto. Love the texture and flavour combinations. If you looking for something different to bring somewhere, I highly recommend there Mochis
So this boutique shop is tucked away in the unit right next to Yuzu No Ki (sharing a space w/ Tora Sushi). My gf and I did not even notice it the first time around when we visited Yuzu No Ki (which is also a 5 star shop btw). I must admit I'm not the biggest mochi fan, but the quality of these mochis were incredible. My gf ordered an assorted box of 6 mochis. Very fresh and I really liked the cream filled mochis more than the regular filling ones. Mango in particular, struck a deep chord w/ me. I love mango anything and the mango mochi did not disappoint. To get the best tasting experience, take your refrigerated mochis out and let them rest until room temperature before consuming. I found that the dough and filling had a better mouth feel upon waiting a bit after taking them out of the fridge.
There is no culture who can make a mochi or daifuku as well as the Japanese. Period. The perfect texture, perfect hint of subtle sweetness and a rice dough that stretches gently when pulled and melts in your mouth. I had the hojicha daifuku and it was sublime! Spouse had the red bean paste mochi. This establishment is solid. Their daifuku are divine.
Visiting J-Town and started my journey thru the front of the bakery and visiting all the rooms towards the fine pastry. At first glance, I was not interested but then decided to try the 4 pack (Mango, black sesame, roasted green tea and strawberry) $12. I brought them home and wow, was my first thought and bite. The black sesame was a delight, smooth and tasty which I wanted more than 1. Next day I went back for more, that was how happy I was. Highly recommend .
Woah, I can't believe I haven't written a review for this place yet :O Literally been buying mochi from here for as long as I can remember because the quality has remained consistently amazing time, and time again! I love that they have a really convenient online ordering system as well so that you can ensure you get the flavors you want even if you can't get to their store as soon as they open - I have often found myself ordering online ahead of time to avoid disappointment especially if I have my eye on their rotating season flavors. This time around, I got their hojicha, and maple (seasonal) flavors! The hojicha, and matcha (not pictured), are the two that I always go back to no matter what because I am all about tea flavors done correctly :D The maple one is one of their sweeter ones so I do often pair it with a black tea when I sit down to eat it - it's still 100% a flavor I would recommend people to try
We were at J Town waiting to get a seat at a restaurant nearby and came across this small pastry shop. We decided to get some drinks and try the mochi as well, got the houjicha latte and coffee and the sesame mochi. 1) Houjicha latte The tea had a nice flavour and it was not too sweet and they prepare it fresh as well. 2) Sesame mochi We really enjoyed it even a few hours later after buying it. It was nice and chewy and there was a lot of filling. It tasted really fresh. Service was also good. I would come back and try their other mochi flavour.
I'm a huge mochi fan, so during my visit to J-Town, I definitely couldn't resist picking up various mochi flavors to try. I went for four different flavors, in a box of 6. 1. BLACK SESAME: I love the aesthetic due to the contrasting colors between the layer of paste and the center of cream. Interestingly enough, the skin on this one was chewier compared to the other flavors. The flavor profile of this one was also strongest - definitely the best of the flavors I tried (4.8/5) 2. COFFEE: Overall, this had a softer texture. Like the black sesame, there's a contrast between the paste and the cream for a beautiful cross-section. The coffee notes were strong with minimal sweetness (4.7/5) 3. MANGO: This is another soft texture mochi. It had a mild mango flavor, which I wish was stronger (4.5/5) 4. MATCHA: I love the way they made their matcha cream which was strong in flavor and minimally sweet. However, there was quite a bit of red bean paste in here which was overpowering in my opinion (4.4/5) Though the interaction was short, the service was very friendly (with a smile!) My box of 6 worked out to be just under $18. A little pricey in my opinion but definitely worth a try with how well-made these specialty treats were.
4 years ago
9 years ago
I finally got to this Daifuku and I am in love with Matcha and Houchija flavours! Just love the texture with that chewiness. The sweetness just perfect even better than the ones I had in Japan! The wrapping so thin and the filling so delicate! I highly recommend giving them a try if you are in J town. $2.50 a piece maybe on the pricier side but worth the occasion indulgence! read more
6 years ago
For those who live downtown: My cousin told me that Hanabusa Cafe in Kensington Market has them only on the weekends!!!! So I was lucky and spotted a whole shelf of freshly made daifukus and got to take one to-go this morning Hojicha daifuku 5/5 ($3.50) This has red bean and hojicha creme filling. Yummy filling, nice and soft mochi on the outside. A bit steep in price if you plan on ordering several daifukus but hard work goes into each and every daifuku and quality is top notch!! read more
The mochi (daifuku) is definitely one of the best ones I ever had. It's all hand made from scratch . Really like the maple syrup one and the matcha . The ramune tea is also very interesting. A must try for tea lovers and ramune lovers or if you like to try something different. The cookies and marcoons are also very cute . read more
Went to J-Town for lunch, and wandered into Sasaki Fine Pastry by accident. But, that's fine because I left with this wonderful cup of Hojicha tea. Never had hojicha before, but it has a wonderful taste. You definitely get that hint of roast-ness but it's not overpowering. I know they're famous for their mochi, so I will be back next time to try! Stay tuned~ read more
7 years ago
I've been to Japan Town many times and from all the times I've wandered inside the J Town centre I never noticed this place which is all the way down the left as you enter! The daifuku looked really good and I love houjicha so I had to get it! They also had a seasonal Yoyogi one so I got this one too. The houjicha cream inside was really flavourful and the mochi was soft and pillowy! The Yoyogi one was pretty plain with only red bean inside, still tasty but nothing special. read more
7 years ago
This is a little gem hidden in J-Town. The daifukus are to die for. They are made fresh daily and come with a lot of different flavours. My favourite is the coffee cream. The macaroons are great too. Not too sweet and reasonably prices ($2.6). For drinks, the houjicha latte is the best. it has a strong tea taste and the sweetness is just right. It is much better than the one from The Alley, which is way too sweet (and you cannot order it with less sugar). The service is impeccable. They will bring your drinks to your seat if you order take out. Overall, it's a great place to have authentic and fresh daifukus and drinks. read more
Missed this place the first time I dropped by J-Town. When you enter the grocery store, turn to the left and walk straight to the very end and then through a door and you end up at Sasaki. I went close to closing time and they only had the black sesame and Sakura ones left, so I got one of each. The texture of the mochi is amazing. It was soft and not overly chewy. The filling was light and not too sweet either which I prefer, as it allows me to eat more. :) Both flavours had a hint of whipped cream like filling in it mixed with the flavour paste. Each piece is around two or three bites, so not recommended for sharing. :P read more
8 years ago
Cute little cafe tucked inside jtown. Its more of like a food court area in the corner. The mochi is really good and so soft but expect to pay a premium. Got the ice cream there too and the lady was kind enough to let me try both flavors. The cookies there are sooo cute - too cute to eat. read more
I promised I would go back to try more flavours, and I did! This time I got Chestnut, Cream, Coffee, Strawberry, Houchija and Matcha. Houchija - less sweet compared to my last experience and love the strong flavour. Strawberry - it was a good surprise. The light strawberry cream and azuki are perfect match. Love it! Strawberry flavour is authentic and not artificial / chemical one. Coffee - very aromatic coffee cream and taste really like coffee, not artificial. Matcha - it tasted as great as last time Cream - natural cream taste, safest flavour if you are not sure what to get. Chestnut - this one is a little disappointed; it's too sweet and lack of chestnut flavour. I also got the Dorayaki to try, but I don't like the shell which has too much soda powder taste. Texture was fine though. ** the Daifukus are very fresh; I kept them for 3 days and still very soft and chewy. Love them! read more
10 years ago
I want to keep this cute cafe all to myself :D! But the world needs to know about this hidden gem, just recently opened on the far left end of J-Town supermarket :3 Sasaki Fine Pastry, hands down, makes the BEST daifuku I have ever had! What is a daifuku (大福) you say? It is a fine Japanese mochi pastry with fillings inside! I remember reading that Daifuku means "Great Luck" which brings goodness to the person who consumes it ^^ Bought myself the last matcha cream daifuku and I absolutely loved it. The mochi was so fresh and the red bean and matcha cream wasn't too sweet. Every bite was heavenly! They have more special flavours during weekends and they offer different flavours from time to time - so stay tuned on Facebook :) The owner lady was so sweet. Thank you for serving us this afternoon! I will be coming back for more on Sunday! I really want to try Ramune soda dorayaki XD Shop closes on Mondays. read more
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3 years ago
Hidden gem in the JTown plaza. Yummy daifuku in many flavours. We had mango sesame and green tea to share among friends. Sesame was our favourite. Definitely will come back in future. read more
8 years ago
Tried the Oreo cream mochi and it was pretty good. A little cold, but nice and creamy on the inside. Cost was $2.70 each and they had about 6 different flavours including matcha, strawberry cream, and hojicha. read more
Nice little hidden gem. Food: 4/5 Yummy. Service: 5/5 Friendly. Environment: 4/5 Pretty. Washrooms: N/A Worth it?: 5/5 Stumbled upon this place while checking out J town. The coffee was okay but dessert were cute and yummy. Definitely worth a visit! read more
Best Daifuku in town. Got 6 pieces in the price of 5. Eat the Matcha flavor before take the picture. The skin is very thin and the filling is very delicious. The most important is the filling is not sweet at all. My favorite flavor is red bean and Matcha. My child love the chocolate and cherry blossom. read more
5 years ago
Came here for the mochi and boy was it good. They're pretty big and the mochi is very soft and chewy. You have to eat them the same day though for the best experience and keep refrigerated. The popular flavours sell out fast so go early or call ahead. read more
The daifukus are ridiculously good here. Super soft outer layer with a number of choices for fillings. I personally enjoyed the sesame and green tea one and have yet to try others. Give it a shot if you're around. Located in the back of section of j-town at woodbine and steeles read more
This is a one off experience where I really wanted to try these daifukus because of the pictures and reviews of yelp. So, thank you yelp community for connecting me with a delicious treat. I bought like 4 of each flavour that Sasaki's had that day to bring to a bbq. I got Matcha, Hojicha, and strawberry. I really dislike cream of most sorts, from both a textural and flavour standpoint. And this is where these are so amazing to me. They at soft, with just the tiniest bit of a chew due to the Mochi. The interior is enveloped by red bean around this creamy flavourful filling. Both the hojicha and the matcha maintain the slight bitterness of that tea flavour. The Hojicha has that added roasted flavour of the tea leaves. I was not in love with the strawberry one. The flavour is definitely still there but wasn't to my taste. The cream added to a richness and smoothness, whole still remaining oh so light on the palate. Partner corner: My partner felt the red bean overpowered the strawberry flavour to a degree. Definitely coming back to try the mango and any other flavours I had missed by coming later in the day read more
Located just past the supermarket and Jtown By The Sea, Sasaki is a little hidden away but once you find it, you'll make sure you drop by everytime you visit Jtown. Sasaki is best known for their daifuku - probably the best one in the city - but also sells macarons and adorable cookies as well. Everything made here is done with the utmost care and the results are spectacular. Each bite is like biting into a little pillow of happiness. The daifuku are made fresh daily with a extremely soft skin and just the right amount of chewiness. The inside is filled with a variety of flavours ranging from Sakura, Strawberry, Houjicha, Sesame, Matcha, Cream, Mango, Coffee and Chestnut. The flavours were pronounced but not too sweet and the fruit daifuku have REAL pieces of fruit in the cream filling. My favourites are the Coffee and Mango. When I ate the mango, there was an explosion of sweet mango flavour. You can actually see and taste the fresh fruit that is puréed into the filling so that the natural flavour is present and yet it remains extremely creamy without any chunks. I didn't think I could like anything more than the mango.... Until I bit into the coffee. The flavour in the mochi is phenomenally aromatic and reminds me of Häagen-Dazs coffee ice-cream. At $2.50 each, it can add up since they're pretty addictive. But I think it's worth every penny. It's also best to come early because many of the flavours sell out early in the day. read more
5 years ago
Overall 15/20 I have read so many reviews about Sasaki and it most definitely lives up to what people are saying! Authentic, soft, fresh, homemade... they are absolutely amazing. I love coming to J-Town and every single time I visit, I make sure to stop by Sasaki's. Store-wise, they don't seem to be an environmentally conscious cafe and I would love to see more innovation in this area. The Food 5/5 I tried the matcha, hojicha, and yuzu flavoured daifuku. You can already tell that the daifuku isn't your ordinary daifuku the instant that you pick it up because it's much heavier than the mochis you purchase from the grocery store. I have tried so many different mochi-based desserts but most of the time, those desserts taste dense. Sasaki's daifuku's are the opposite! The mochi exterior is so soft and chewy, and it makes for an excellent dessert! The daifuku's are either stuffed with cream or red bean and both are textured perfectly. The slightly grainy red bean interior really compliments the mochi's smoothness. The daifuku is dusted in sugar, which makes the presentation look gorgeous, but it's definitely not a dessert that is too sweet. I also purchased the doriyaki, a Japanese pancake dessert, and it was just as you would expect it to taste. The doriyaki is filled with red beans and matcha and they fill it with the perfect amount of both. It's a really refreshing dessert if you leave it in the fridge for 30 minutes before eating. Note that the doriyaki is pre-packaged in plastic wrappings and isn't left out in the open like the daifuku's. The desserts at Sasaki's might be on the pricier end but the flavor, the texture, and the details make it worth it! The Atmosphere 5/5 I love how casual this place is. Nowadays, a lot of cafes appeal to the "aesthetic" youn look but this is more reminiscent of the local cafes you would stop by after school when you were younger. I think the look and feel of the place really reflect the values of the cafe! It's as if Sasaki doesn't need to hype itself up to look a certain way because most of their business comes from the delicacies that they pour their heart into making each day. Because of COVID, there isn't really anywhere to dine in inside Sasaki's but there are lots of seating areas outside in J-Town. The Location 5/5 Sasaki's is located at the very back of J-Town and right beside J-Town by the Sea. If you walk through the yellow entrance and keep walking straight towards the other side of the parking lot, it should be on your right-hand side. It's hard to find but it's definitely worth it. And considering it is a part of J-Town, I definitely consider this a very convenient place for Japanese desserts. Sustainability Initiatives 0/5 There wasn't any information in the store on any sustainability initiatives that they are taking (water/energy conservation, plastic usage etc.). Nor was I able to find any information on where they sourced their ingredients and how. Furthermore, all their daifuku's were served in small plastic containers, their dorayaki was packaged in plastic and their iced drinks were served in plastic cups. I love that Sasaki is able to generate so much business but it seems to also be generating a lot of waste. I know that a lot of cafes have been transitioning into plastic cups that don't require a straw so a swap like that definitely seems feasible for Sasaki's in the short term. In the long term, I would like them to start with finding compostable alternatives to their plastic containers or incentivizing their customers to bring reusable options. The small plastic containers (that normally fit two daifuku's) definitely add up over time and perhaps, they can even be eliminated altogether and customers can hold them in their hands. I just think that there could be more options than using a plastic container. I also believe they serve their daifuku's on plastic cupcake liners but I am curious as to why they don't use paper liners. There are a lot of minor changes that Sasaki should be made to be more green. I really encourage them to begin publicizing sustainability efforts, reducing their environmental footprint (especially, their plastic waste), and providing more environmentally friendly options for their customers. General Tips - On sunnier days of the weekend, there is a takoyaki booth outside of J-Town. They make fresh takoyaki for 1$/takoyaki and it's absolutely delicious! Must try :) Sustainability Tips For You - Bring your own cup and straw! All their cups and straws are still single-use, non-compostable plastic. - Bring your own container! Try to estimate how many desserts you plan on getting and how big of a container you'll need. - Ask for your daifuku to be served on a napkin instead of being placed inside a plastic container - Bring up their environmental footprint in the conversation! Sometimes, restaurants and cafes haven't even thought about considering that in their business process so let's keep spreading awareness read more
9 years ago
After reading the previous reviews of this place. I had to pay them a visit. Luckily I got here in time before all of the daifukus were all sold out. I picked up 2 flavours: matcha red bean and mango. WOW! These are simply WOW. Not over sweet, the flavour was just right. I must come back to try other flavours particularly the strawberry. read more
I couldn't resist and finally stepped into Sasaki to try their famed daifuku. Normally I am only a fan when it is the ice cream kind, straight from the freezer, but there was so much talk about them being amazing, I had to try it for myself... and it did not disappoint! They are now $2.60 each. I tried houjicha, black sesame, matcha and strawberry. I am already a huge red bean fan, and with the matcha, it was just divine. Houjicha and black sesame are my favourite macaron flavours and they are also very good in the daifuku. I wish the strawberry one reminded me of the yummy ones in Japan, but even though it didn't, it was still refreshing. Of course if there was chestnut flavour today, that would have been a no brainer. Would have picked it up in a heartbeat! The shop is located in J-Town's supermarket - at the far end (opposite of the cafe). Give Sasaki Fine Pastry a try today, you'll be glad you did! :) read more
This is a hidden gem at J-Town. It's located beside J-Town By The Sea and you need to open a door to go around the corner to get to it. I ordered the Hojicha Cream Mochi and the Sesame Cream Mochi. It was delicious because the Mochi skin was soft and thin. The Hojicha mochi had red bean inside and the Sesame mochi had sesame and whip cream inside. The size was big and perfect for one person. read more
9 years ago
This little gem is tucked behind the grocery store at j town. Sasaki has got their mochi down perfectly. The daifuku literally melts in your mouth. I purchased the Strawberry Cream Daifuku, Roasted Green Tea Daifuku & Matcha + Red bean Dorayaki (its like a sweet pancake sandwich) Each mochi is very delicate upon taking your very first bite. The filling then explodes into your mouth, giving you just a plethora of happiness to your taste buds. Priced at 2.50, they are worth every penny. It is comparable to the mochi that my boyfriend bought back from japan. The smooth texture and delicate consistency of the mochi, combined with the sweetness of the filling make this treat perfect for me. I will definitely be back to try the other flavours!! read more
7 years ago
I like their daifuku. Their daifukus are cheaper than Uncle Tetsu. I work near Jtown, so I often come to Sasaki Fine Pastry to have a cup of coffee and daifuku. It was funny for the pastry shop in the same premise as Sushi restaurant. I smell vinegar when I am eating daifuku. But the place has nice seats and big tables. I can usually take my seat and table. It is nice place to have a break. read more
9 years ago
Super soft and not toooo sweet - just perfect :) Go before 2pm otherwise some flavours may be sold out! read more
A real hidden gem in J-Town - It's honestly the best daifuku/mochi around! Each daifuku is $2.50, and although it may seem a bit pricey for one... it's worth the money! The mochi part is chewy and the red bean is not overly sweet. There's a lot of flavours to choose from, and there's a chart that shows you what fillings or layers there are for each. My favourite has to be the HOJICHA, the roasted flavour is strong and that's what I really like! Another favourite would be the BLACK SESAME. I'm not a big fan of SAKURA flavoured sweets but it's still really good - you should get/try one because this is always out of stock! If you're trying to find Sasaki, the entrance is right across Izakaya Ju. There are two tables if you want to sit and enjoy your daifuku and tea! read more
8 years ago
I have never noticed that there's a dessert place because I could only see sushi and raw fish through the glass window. The pastry place is on the opposite side of the sushi place. They see macarons, daifuku mochi and some kinds of Japanese drinks, non-alcoholic drinks. I bought two mochi to try. The daifuku mochi taste very fresh. They are more like the western style Japanese sweets. The wrapping is soft and chewy and the inside is creamy and fresh. So tempting to have another one after the two that I had. I would wantto comeback for more with a cup of matcha. I will be BACK!! read more
Nice &Delicate Soft Cream-Filled Mochis(Daifuku)! I love the Houjicha Mochi the most because it's not too sweet and I'm usually not a huge fan of red bean and I still enjoyed it a lot. These would make excellent treats or gifts as they are colourful and delicious! Even though most of them are filled with cream, it still tasted light so you will not feel guilty having more than one (trust me, I had 2 in 2 seconds!! And almost a 3rd which I had to steal from the person next to me). Would love to see more flavoured Doriyaki from this delicate shop,since the mochis were such great success :) read more
Was in the area and was also shopping at J-Town. So went to visit a new daifuku pastry nook on the other side of the grocery store. At first the counter was empty and I thought I was too early (11:30am) or they sold out? But I asked the girl behind the counter and she said oh we have all flavours. :D So I picked 2 flavours to try, Sakura & Hōjicha. Both were quite scrumptious! Nice glutinous soft texture of the outer layer and great full flavour of the filling inside. I liked both equally. Would definitely go back to try other flavours. ;) read more
9 years ago
4.5 stars for Sasaki Pastry! This hidden shop has an entrance from the outside but if you enter from the supermarket, turn left and walk all the way in passing the sashimi section and food area. There's a door that connects the supermarket to this shop. All mochis are priced at $2.50, which I find very reasonable. They are fairly huge and super chewy! I still don't know how sakura is suppose to taste and so I found the sakura mochi not too interesting. I enjoyed the hojicha, matcha and strawberry the most. Of the three, I found strawberry and matcha carried the strongest flavor. Highly recommend this place! read more
Read the Yelp reviews and really wanted to try the Daifuku that everyone seems to be so pleased with. Got the black sesame, sakura, strawberry and mango. $11.35 after tax. They were good, and I didn't find them sweet at all. My favourite was the black sesame. Second was mango. My 3 star rating is because I'm not typically a fan of sticky textured food. But I must admit that the flavours were really good. read more
9 years ago
Mind my ignorance, but what's the difference between what they sell here, daifuku vs. mochi? I googled it and it sorta gave me a headache. Anyway, place is somewhat hidden within J-Town. There's no awning or obvious signage, but Sasaki shares the same space as Tora Sushi. The word "pastry" is somewhat misleading as I associate pastry with flaky desserts that are baked. As soon as you walk in, you'll see some seating, then all the daifukus are placed in a refrigerated showcase on the counter. There are quite a few flavours! I got 4 of them @$2.50ea and tried 3. They weren't that big, take AT LEAST 2 bites to taste the inside as well. I didn't find that Sakura had any distinct flavour. It was very subtle, sorta tasted like genmaicha. Strawberry & Matcha, on the other hand, were stronger, stuffed with red bean + a flavoured cream. All were very soft, delicious, & not too sweet as mentioned in the other reviews. I asked the girl (owner?) how long they last after purchase and she said 1 day. So keep that in mind for those of you whose eyes are bigger than your stomach! I really enjoyed these and would definitely prefer them over other things that are sickeningly sweet. read more
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