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Black bean anko is exquisite! Takao's specialty snack in the shape of a Tengu's face
“Tengu Yaki” is a local specialty of Mount Takao, sold since its inception in 2007.
This snack is shaped like a Tengu’s face and is sold at “Takaosan Sumika” just after getting off the cable car at Takaosan Station.
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Tengu Yaki is a taiyaki-like snack that has a crisp crust and anko filling made from Hokkaido sweet black beans. The Tengu’s face is exquisitely cute, and one cannot help but hesitate for a moment before eating it.
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This dark bean anko seems to be made with particular attention, and next to the shop there are explanations of the production from black beans to anko.
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Freshly baked Tengu Yaki is the best, but after taking it home as a souvenir, you can enjoy it using a microwave oven or oven toaster.
According to the instructions on the back of the bag:
“To reheat, pour some water on top, heat for about 20 seconds in a microwave oven, then bake lightly for 1 to 2 minutes in the toaster. Savory and delicious.”
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Tengu Yaki is so popular that long lines form during busy seasons and weekends.
During a busy season such as golden week or autumn, two lines form. One for tenguyaki and the other for the cable car.
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Tengu Yaki is sold only here at Takao Sumika on the mountainside, so you have to line up for it.
Tengu Yaki has become a specialty of Mt. Takao. It is said to be the most popular food on Mountain.
How about giving it a try?
Information
Address: Takao-cho, Hachioji City, Tokyo
TEL: 042-661-4151 (Takao Tozan Railway Representative)
Open hours: 10:00 to 17:00
Irregular holidays
Menu
Tengu Yaki 150 yen