Jinjaa Beiku Shoppu

Ginger cake, the namesake treat, is made with fresh ginger and a generous touch of spice. Some customers who have tried it describe a distinctive flavour in which the ginger comes through clearly. It’s a bake for those who enjoy ginger and spice, rather than sweetness alone.

For a cake with more going on, there’s carrot cake, made with plenty of carrot, spices and cream cheese frosting. One customer enjoyed a moist slice containing carrot, walnuts, raisins and pineapple, along with its pairing of frosting and cake. The cheesecake is a rich, crustless version made with simple ingredients. A customer who tried it found it moist and indulgent without feeling too heavy, making it another option to enjoy with coffee.

Weekend-only muffins come in changing flavours, with options such as blueberry, banana chocolate, blue cheese and orange. One customer who chose blueberry enjoyed its crisp base and moist crumb. Another remembered the balance of tart sweetness and a gently flavoured batter in a blueberry muffin. If you’re stopping by for the weekend bakes, the changing selection is part of the appeal.

The regular bakes have their own character, too. A cake made with orange liqueur and lemon icing has a bright citrus flavour; other choices include a cake packed with rum-soaked fruit and baked slowly at a low temperature, and a large, soft cookie studded with chocolate and walnuts. Blended coffee is 385 yen and cinnamon tea is 440 yen. There’s a small eat-in space for a few people, as well as the option to take your baked treats away.