Bacafey

In the display case, baguette sandwiches (kaskūto) stand out, made with baguettes baked to a deep, sturdy finish. Some keep things simple, pairing ham with Camembert; others layer sausage and nuts with mushrooms soaked in spirits and white sauce. The baguettes’ firm crumb holds the fillings’ savoury flavours with confidence. There are also savoury breads, including baguettes with olives and cheese, where the wheat’s flavour and the saltiness deepen with each bite, making for a satisfying lunch.

The shelves of sweet breads and baked treats show the same careful touch. The viennois with rum-soaked raisins and buttercream is rich, while the cinnamon and cardamom rolls offer their own character—the latter with a fresh, fragrant aroma. Wholemeal scones have a more rustic wheat flavour. Traditional baked goods include financiers and madeleines with an almond aroma, as well as far breton with prunes. They make appealing choices for an everyday treat or a small gift to take along.

Bacafey is a takeaway-focused bakery in the residential neighbourhood of Oyama Nishimachi, open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Credit cards and various forms of electronic money are accepted. It makes a pleasant stop on a walk, with the option to take home a few breads of your choice.