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Miidera Chikaramochi Honke (Traditional Mochi Sweets)

Rating85SCORE
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
Tabelog 3.67/792 reviews, saved 14,346 (ranked #1 in Otsu City sweets).
3.67
Yahoo Maps 4.21/113 reviews.
4.21
TripAdvisor 4.4/46 (ranked #4 across all of Otsu).
4.4
Founded 1869 (157 years) — an overwhelming record of history.
Made to order, no additives — genuine artisanal quality.
Attracts visitors from across Japan; also a daily stop for locals.
Selected as Tabelog Japanese Sweets 100 Shops 2023.
Single location only (not a national chain, no FC expansion).
No PR or fake review signals.
Affordable pricing from 500 yen.
Popular Dishes
Miidera Chikaramochi - mochi dumplings with green kinako soybean powder (from 500 yen for 5)
三井寺力餅（青きな粉・抹茶きな粉仕立て、5個500円〜）
Chikaramochi set with tea
力餅セット（お茶付き）
What kind of place?
Fake reviews removed

Founded in 1869 (Meiji 2), this is Otsu's most famous traditional sweet shop, known for its signature Miidera Chikaramochi — soft skewered mochi dumplings coated in green kinako made from blended soybeans, edamame soybeans, and matcha. Made to order immediately upon purchase. Free Otsu-e traditional painting gallery on the 2nd floor. Tabelog 3.67/792 reviews, saved 14,346. Yahoo Maps 4.21/113 reviews. TripAdvisor 4.4 (ranked #4 in Otsu). Selected as Tabelog Japanese Sweets 100 Shops 2023. Directly in front of Keihan Biwako Hamaotsu Station.

Reviews say 'The freshly made softness is exceptional,' 'The #1 souvenir to buy when visiting Otsu,' 'Open from 7 am — perfect before sightseeing,' and 'The aroma of green kinako and the soft, fluffy mochi texture are the best.' Tabelog 3.67/792 reviews, saved 14,346, Yahoo Maps 4.21/113. No fake review signals.

Business Hours
Mon – Sun07:00-19:00
Regular Holiday：None (Open every day)
Phone077-524-2689Call
Access
1-min walk from Keihan Biwako Hamaotsu Station (right in front). About 10-min walk from JR Otsu Station. No parking (nearby municipal parking available). Cash only. Takeout available. Free Otsu-e traditional painting gallery on the 2nd floor.
2-1-30 Hamaotsu, Otsu City, Shiga
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Miidera Chikaramochi Honke (Traditional Mochi Sweets)

Rating85SCORE
Popular Dishes
Miidera Chikaramochi - mochi dumplings with green kinako soybean powder (from 500 yen for 5)
三井寺力餅（青きな粉・抹茶きな粉仕立て、5個500円〜）
Chikaramochi set with tea
力餅セット（お茶付き）
Business Hours
Mon – Sun07:00-19:00
Regular Holiday：None (Open every day)
Access
1-min walk from Keihan Biwako Hamaotsu Station (right in front). About 10-min walk from JR Otsu Station. No parking (nearby municipal parking available). Cash only. Takeout available. Free Otsu-e traditional painting gallery on the 2nd floor.
2-1-30 Hamaotsu, Otsu City, Shiga
Phone077-524-2689
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Not Available
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Open in Google MapsView on TabelogOfficial Website
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Why this place makes the list
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
Tabelog 3.67/792 reviews, saved 14,346 (ranked #1 in Otsu City sweets).
3.67
Yahoo Maps 4.21/113 reviews.
4.21
TripAdvisor 4.4/46 (ranked #4 across all of Otsu).
4.4
Founded 1869 (157 years) — an overwhelming record of history.
Made to order, no additives — genuine artisanal quality.
Attracts visitors from across Japan; also a daily stop for locals.
Selected as Tabelog Japanese Sweets 100 Shops 2023.
Single location only (not a national chain, no FC expansion).
No PR or fake review signals.
Affordable pricing from 500 yen.
85SCORE
What a score of 85 means
A measure of whether people truly want to return — not hype. Calculated after removing fake reviews.
Real reputation
Fake reviews removed

Founded in 1869 (Meiji 2), this is Otsu's most famous traditional sweet shop, known for its signature Miidera Chikaramochi — soft skewered mochi dumplings coated in green kinako made from blended soybeans, edamame soybeans, and matcha. Made to order immediately upon purchase. Free Otsu-e traditional painting gallery on the 2nd floor. Tabelog 3.67/792 reviews, saved 14,346. Yahoo Maps 4.21/113 reviews. TripAdvisor 4.4 (ranked #4 in Otsu). Selected as Tabelog Japanese Sweets 100 Shops 2023. Directly in front of Keihan Biwako Hamaotsu Station.

Reviews say 'The freshly made softness is exceptional,' 'The #1 souvenir to buy when visiting Otsu,' 'Open from 7 am — perfect before sightseeing,' and 'The aroma of green kinako and the soft, fluffy mochi texture are the best.' Tabelog 3.67/792 reviews, saved 14,346, Yahoo Maps 4.21/113. No fake review signals.

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