Demachi Futaba
A long-established Japanese sweets shop founded in 1899 (Meiji 32). The signature 'Nadai Mame Mochi' (red pea mochi) draws endless queues daily. Made fresh with red peas and sticky rice, paired with smooth red bean paste. Takeout only, cash only.
Many regulars say 'only Futaba's mochi is the real thing.' Lines are inevitable but move quickly. Best to arrive at 8:30 opening or use phone reservation. Gets very crowded during tourist season. Tabelog 3.82/3683 reviews. Perennial 100 Famous Sweets winner.