Purin-tastic! Unveiling the Delights of Traditional Japanese Pudding

Craving a creamy, caramelized dream? Look no further than プリン purin, the beloved Japanese custard pudding that’s taken the world by storm. While it might remind you of classic crème caramel or flan, purin offers a unique experience bursting with Japanese charm and delicate textures. Dive with me into the world of this wobbly wonder! This blog will give you the 10 best purin places in Tokyo and useful Japanese phrases!

A Quick Jump To…

• Purin Shops Recommendations
• Useful Japanese Phrases
• Additional tips
• FAQ

Purin Shops Recommendations

Heckeln ヘッケルン

• Opening Hours: 9:00 ~ 15:00 | Wed, Sat, & Sun Closed
• Tel: 03-3580-5661
• Location: 東京都港区西新橋1-20-11 安藤ビル1S
• Purin Price: ¥400
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Merci

• Opening Hours: Tue-Fri 11:00 ~ 19:00 | Sat & Sun 11:00 ~ 18:00 | Monday Closed
• Tel: 03-5422-6160
• Location: 東京都渋谷区広尾5-8-1
• Purin Price: ¥3500 for 10cm
• Menu

Gouter de maman グーテ・ド・ママン

• Opening Hours: 11:00～19:00
• Tel: 03-3456-3205
• Location: 東京都港区三田2-17-29 グランデ三田１Ｆ
• Purin Price: ¥600
• Menu

Feb’s coffee & scone

• Opening Hours: 8:00 ~ 17:00
• Tel: 03-6458-1881
• Location: 東京都台東区浅草3-1-1 馬道妙見屋ビル 1F
• Purin Price: ¥650
• Menu

デポ Depot

• Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00 ~ 23:00 | Sun 10:00 ~ 22:00
• Tel: 03-6551-2411
• Location: 東京都千代田区丸の内一丁目9番1号 JR東日本 東京駅 地下1階 グランスタ東京
• Purin Price: ¥500
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純洋食とスイーツ パーラー大箸

• Opening Hours: 11:00～22:00
• Tel: 03-5422-3542
• Location: 東京都渋谷区道玄坂1-2-3 東急プラザ渋谷 6F
• Purin Price: ¥660
• Menu

TheCAFE ザ カフェ町田

• Opening Hours: 8:00 ~ 22:30
• Tel: 042-860-6446
• Location: 東京都町田市原町田6-10-17 ハギワラビル2F
• Purin Price: ¥580
• Menu

Milano Dolce Tre Spade

• Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00 ~ 19:00 | Sun 10:00 ~ 18:00
• Tel: 03-5544-8828
• Location: 東京都港区東麻布2-12-3 島口ビル1F
• Purin Price: ¥496
• Menu

TOKAKU COFFEE 兎角珈琲

• Opening Hours: 10:00 ~ 18:00 | Tues Closed
• Tel: 03-5875-8834
• Location: 東京都江東区清澄3-1-3
• Purin Price: ¥500
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Cafe Hernri Fabre  カフェ アンリ・ファーブル

• Opening Hours: 11:30 ~ 19:00
• Tel: 03-3223-7330
• Location: 東京都杉並区高円寺北2-1-2 座・高円寺 2F
• Purin Price: ¥680
• Menu

Useful Japanese Phrases

• プリンをください。 purin o kudasai. – May I please have a purin?
• おすすめのプリンは何ですか？ osusume no purin wa nan desu ka? – What is your recommended purin?
• プリン1個ください。 purin ikko kudasai.– May I have one purin?
• 2個ください。 ni ko kudasai.– May I have two, please?
• どんな味がありますか？ donna aji ga arimasu ka? – What flavors do you have?
• カラメルプリンはありますか？ karameru purin wa arimasu ka? – Do you have caramel purin?
• 期間限定のプリンはありますか？ Kikan gentei no purin wa arimasu ka? – Do you have any limited-edition purins?
• 生クリームを添えてください。 nama kuriimu o soete kudasai. – May I have cream on the side?

Here are some additional tips

• Pointing to the purin you want is always a safe bet, especially if you don’t know the Japanese word for the flavor.
• Be prepared to pay for your purin at the counter before you sit down.
• Some purin stores may have limited seats, so you may have to wait for a table.
• Enjoy your purin! It’s a truly delightful treat.

You Might Be Wondering…

Can you make purin at home?

Yes! This dessert is surprisingly easy to prepare at home! Most recipes require simple ingredients like eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. With a little patience and maybe a water bath, you can whip up your own batch of wobbly delight and impress your friends with your newfound culinary skills.

What is the history of purin?

Purin’s journey began in the Meiji era (1868-1912), adopted from Western-style custard puddings. Back then, it was a rare treat enjoyed by the elite. But over time, dairy became more accessible, and purin’s creamy goodness trickled down, gracing the menus of homes and restaurants alike. Today, you can find this sweet treasure in any Japanese convenience store, ready to brighten your day with its jiggly charm.