Backerei Biobrot
A German-style whole grain bread specialty shop run by a baker who obtained the German Meister qualification in Germany. 100% organic whole wheat self-milled from stone grinders, zero additives. Called 'Japan's finest'. Sells out by afternoon. 8 min from JR Ashiya Station. Open only 4 days a week (Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun). Takeout only.
Reviews: 'There is no place in Japan where you can eat German bread of this standard', 'Worth traveling from far to buy', 'Always sells out'. 911 Tabelog reviews, rating 3.83. Customers come from all over Japan, not just local Ashiya residents.