{"id":3713,"date":"2026-05-12T11:30:12","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T02:30:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/soni-highlands-soni-kogen-_copied\/"},"modified":"2026-05-12T11:43:02","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T02:43:02","slug":"eikichi-yomogi-filled-imagawayaki","status":"publish","type":"spot","link":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/eikichi-yomogi-filled-imagawayaki\/","title":{"rendered":"Yomogi-iri Kaitenyaki Eikichi"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\"><\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/eikichi-yomogi-filled-imagawayaki\/#_About_Yomogi-iri_Kaitenyaki_Eikichi\" >\u00a0About Yomogi-iri Kaitenyaki Eikichi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/eikichi-yomogi-filled-imagawayaki\/#Highlights_of_Yomogi-iri_Kaitenyaki_Eikichi\" >Highlights of Yomogi-iri Kaitenyaki Eikichi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/eikichi-yomogi-filled-imagawayaki\/#How_to_Enjoy_Your_Visit\" >How to Enjoy Your Visit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/eikichi-yomogi-filled-imagawayaki\/#Basic_Information\" >Basic Information&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/eikichi-yomogi-filled-imagawayaki\/#Access\" >Access<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/eikichi-yomogi-filled-imagawayaki\/#Recommended_Nearby_Ryokans\" >Recommended Nearby Ryokans<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/eikichi-yomogi-filled-imagawayaki\/#Tsumugiyado_Fuji\" >Tsumugiyado Fuji<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/eikichi-yomogi-filled-imagawayaki\/#Nearby_Ryokan\" >Nearby Ryokan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"about-yomogi-iri-kaitenyaki-eikichi\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_About_Yomogi-iri_Kaitenyaki_Eikichi\"><\/span>\u00a0About <strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Yomogi-iri Kaitenyaki Eikichi<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/4bcbdb54-ccd3-46b1-a5e8-e2a6f6162603-1024x684.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4501\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/spot\/soni-kouogen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yomogi-iri Kaitenyaki Eikichi is a Japanese sweets shop in Nara specializing in <em>Kaitenyaki<\/em> (circular Japanese pancakes), featuring a unique dough kneaded with <em>yomogi<\/em> (Japanese mugwort). Standing out from typical Kaitenyaki, this shop is beloved by locals for its subtle herbal aroma and gentle sweetness. In the popular Nara tourist area, its simple, nostalgic flavor has made it a favorite go-to spot for street food and casual snacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"highlights-of-yomogi-iri-kaitenyaki-eikichi\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Highlights_of_Yomogi-iri_Kaitenyaki_Eikichi\"><\/span>Highlights of <strong><strong><strong><strong>Yomogi-iri Kaitenyaki Eikichi<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The standout feature is undoubtedly the special dough made with mugwort. When freshly baked, the outside is fragrant and slightly crisp, while the inside remains soft and fluffy, releasing the distinct flavor of <em>yomogi<\/em> the moment you take a bite. The filling is primarily a classic red bean paste (<em>anko<\/em>), which pairs perfectly with the dough. Its moderate sweetness ensures a light and satisfying treat that you can enjoy to the last bite. Watching the cakes being grilled at the storefront is part of the charm. There is nothing quite like tasting the warmth and fragrance of a freshly made <em>Kaitenyaki<\/em> right on the spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-liquid-speech-balloon liquid-speech-balloon-wrap liquid-speech-balloon-00\"><div class=\"liquid-speech-balloon-avatar\"><\/div><div class=\"liquid-speech-balloon-text\"><p> It is a timeless snack loved for its simplicity and high-quality ingredients.<\/p><div class=\"liquid-speech-balloon-arrow\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-enjoy-your-visit\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Enjoy_Your_Visit\"><\/span><strong>How to Enjoy Your Visit<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00a0We recommend stopping by during your Nara sightseeing trip whenever you need a quick snack. Eating a piping-hot cake on the spot is best, but it is also the perfect companion for a stroll through the historic streets. Since the aroma of the mugwort is most prominent while warm, it is best enjoyed immediately after purchase. They also make for excellent souvenirs. The simple, approachable flavor is popular across all ages, making it a great choice for those wanting to bring home a taste of Nara\u2019s traditional atmosphere. The fact that it remains a daily favorite for locals as much as it is a treat for tourists adds to the shop\u2019s authentic charm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"basic-information\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basic_Information\"><\/span><strong>Basic Information<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u30fb<strong>Name<\/strong>: Yomogi-iri Kaitenyaki Eikichi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u30fb<strong>Operating Hours<\/strong>: \u00a0\u00a08:00 AM \u2013 5:00 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u30fb<strong>Closed<\/strong>: Open daily<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u30fb<strong>Price<\/strong>:\u00a0From 100 yen per piece<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u30fb<strong>Parking<\/strong>:Available<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"access\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Access\"><\/span>Access<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3286.6958165995516!2d136.03635327588017!3d34.53593387297867!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x6006b1f57c7c572d%3A0xaa57346a764d4ec!2sEikichi!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sjp!4v1778553360698!5m2!1sen!2sjp\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>\u30fb<strong>Address:<\/strong> 709-2 Murou, Uda, Nara<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u30fb<strong><strong>By public transport<\/strong>:<\/strong> \u00a0By Train: Take the train to Muroguchi-Ono Station on the Kintetsu Line, then board a Nara Kotsu bus bound for Mur\u014d-ji. Get off at the \u201cMur\u014d-ji\u201d bus stop, located just nearby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u30fb<strong>By Car:<\/strong> \u00a0Approximately 45 minutes from the Hari IC on the Meihan National Highway.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"pickup-ryokan-banner\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/DSC08928-1024x683-1.png);\">\n        <div class=\"pickup-ryokan-wrapper\">\n            <div class=\"pickup-ryokan-banner-header\">\n                <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommended_Nearby_Ryokans\"><\/span>Recommended Nearby Ryokans<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"pickup-ryokan-info\">\n                <div class=\"pickup-ryokan-titleset\">\n                    <h3 class=\"pickup-ryokan-name\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tsumugiyado_Fuji\"><\/span>Tsumugiyado Fuji<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n                    <p class=\"pickup-ryokan-description\">A private space limited to one group per day (up to 9 guests), reborn from a 100-year-old traditional farmhouse. While preserving the atmosphere of the original heavy beams, pillars, and beautiful Japanese garden, the house has been renovated for modern comfort. Experience ultimate refreshment in an authentic log sauna enveloped in the scent of tea. Spend blissful moments with your closest friends or family, completely undisturbed.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"pickup-ryokan-button text-white bg-brand\" href=\"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/ryokan\/tsumugiyado-fuji\/\">View More ><\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nearby-ryokan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nearby_Ryokan\"><\/span>Nearby Ryokan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0About Yomogi-iri Kaitenyaki Eikichi Yomogi-iri Kaitenyaki Eikichi is a Japanese sweets shop in Nara specializing in Kaitenyaki (circular Japanese pancakes), featuring a unique dough kneaded with yomogi (Japanese mugwort). Standing out from typical Kaitenyaki, this shop is beloved by locals for its subtle herbal aroma and gentle sweetness. In the popular Nara tourist area, its simple, nostalgic flavor has made it a favorite go-to spot for street food and casual snacks. Highlights of Yomogi-iri Kaitenyaki Eikichi The standout feature is undoubtedly the special dough made with mugwort. When freshly baked, the outside is fragrant and slightly crisp, while the inside remains soft and fluffy, releasing the distinct flavor of yomogi the moment you take a bite. The filling is primarily a classic red bean paste (anko), which pairs perfectly with the dough. Its moderate sweetness ensures a light and satisfying treat that you can enjoy to the last bite. 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