Azuki Bakery

Popular neighborhood bakery in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, known for its excellent hard-crust artisan breads and sweet pastries featuring anko, or Japanese red bean paste. The bakery's name, azuki, signals its specialty: red bean croissants, anpan buns, and seasonal creations that marry European baking techniques with traditional Japanese flavors. The crusty sourdough-style breads are also highly regarded, with a satisfying chew and complex flavor developed through long fermentation. The small shop fills with the warm scent of freshly baked goods each morning, and locals know to arrive early for the best selection before the most popular items sell out.