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Itojyu Kaho Main Store

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。
Hikone's most historic confectionery, founded in 1809.
1809年創業の彦根随一の老舗和菓子店。
Selected as Tabelog's 100 Best 2023.
食べログ百名店2023選出。
With 422 reviews on Tabelog containing specific and detailed comments, no fake review patterns detected.
422件の食べログ口コミがあり、具体的な味の感想が多く定型文的サクラコメントは見られない。
The signature Umoregi sweet has been beloved for over 200 years, associated with the Ii clan.
「埋れ木」は井伊家ゆかりの銘菓として地元民・観光客双方に200年以上支持されてきた実績あり。
Only 2 local stores, not a national chain.
チェーン展開なし（本店・ビバシティ支店の地域限定2店）。
Very affordable pricing under 1,000 yen.
価格帯は1,000円以下と庶民的。
Popular Dishes
Umoregi (sweet bean confection)
埋れ木
Masujuto
益壽糖
Umoregi Matcha
埋れ木（抹茶）
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Founded in 1809, this long-established wagashi shop is one of Hikone's most iconic confectioneries. The signature sweet Umoregi, with its elegant white bean paste and mochi layers, has been beloved for over 200 years and is closely associated with Hikone's historic lord Ii Naosuke. A must-visit on Yume Kyobashi Castle Road, selected as Tabelog's 100 Best 2023.

Reviews highlight the refined sweetness and over 200 years of tradition. Comments are specific and detailed, without signs of fake reviews. Popular with both locals and visitors, with many repeat customers.

Business Hours
Mon08:30-18:00
TueClosed
Wed – Sun08:30-18:00
Regular Holiday：Tuesday
Phone0749-22-6003Call
Access
Takeout only (no eat-in). No Japanese needed - pointing to items works fine. Credit cards and PayPay accepted. Takeout available.
1-3-37 Honmachi, Hikone, Shiga
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Available
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Itojyu Kaho Main Store

Rating85SCORE
Popular Dishes
Umoregi (sweet bean confection)
埋れ木
Masujuto
益壽糖
Umoregi Matcha
埋れ木（抹茶）
Business Hours
Mon08:30-18:00
TueClosed
Wed – Sun08:30-18:00
Regular Holiday：Tuesday
Access
Takeout only (no eat-in). No Japanese needed - pointing to items works fine. Credit cards and PayPay accepted. Takeout available.
1-3-37 Honmachi, Hikone, Shiga
Phone0749-22-6003
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Available
View larger map
Reserve on Hot PepperOpen 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。
Hikone's most historic confectionery, founded in 1809.
1809年創業の彦根随一の老舗和菓子店。
Selected as Tabelog's 100 Best 2023.
食べログ百名店2023選出。
With 422 reviews on Tabelog containing specific and detailed comments, no fake review patterns detected.
422件の食べログ口コミがあり、具体的な味の感想が多く定型文的サクラコメントは見られない。
The signature Umoregi sweet has been beloved for over 200 years, associated with the Ii clan.
「埋れ木」は井伊家ゆかりの銘菓として地元民・観光客双方に200年以上支持されてきた実績あり。
Only 2 local stores, not a national chain.
チェーン展開なし（本店・ビバシティ支店の地域限定2店）。
Very affordable pricing under 1,000 yen.
価格帯は1,000円以下と庶民的。
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 1809, this long-established wagashi shop is one of Hikone's most iconic confectioneries. The signature sweet Umoregi, with its elegant white bean paste and mochi layers, has been beloved for over 200 years and is closely associated with Hikone's historic lord Ii Naosuke. A must-visit on Yume Kyobashi Castle Road, selected as Tabelog's 100 Best 2023.

Reviews highlight the refined sweetness and over 200 years of tradition. Comments are specific and detailed, without signs of fake reviews. Popular with both locals and visitors, with many repeat customers.

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