The cookie café “Grain Boundary,” immensely popular in Sinchon, a student district in Seoul, South Korea, is making its first appearance in Japan. On August 23, 2024, it will open in Jiyugaoka Sweets Forest. Sweets Forest is a theme park for dessert lovers and a spot that has gained attention as a place to enjoy Korean trends.
Giant Cookies Beloved in Seoul Arrive in Jiyugaoka
“Grain Boundary” is a cookie café known for its handmade cookies, especially the large ones, which are popular as gifts in Seoul. The main store in Sinchon is so popular that students line up daily. The Jiyugaoka store, opening for the first time in Japan, will offer the same charm.
The café’s design faithfully recreates the antique brick interior of the original store, creating a retro and stylish atmosphere. The dozens of unique giant cookies displayed are truly worth seeing. This café, enjoyable just by visiting, is likely to become a new popular spot in Jiyugaoka.
Featured Menu Items
At “Grain Boundary,” which is making its Japan debut, you can enjoy the popular menu items from Seoul. Among them, the Big Chocolate Chip Cookie, true to its name, features large pieces of chocolate and a perfect blend of rich chocolate and nuts. Additionally, flavors like Matcha Cream Cheese Cookie and Caramel Cranberry Cookie, which are expected to be popular in Japan, are also available.
All cookies offered at the café are handmade, resulting in a luxurious finish that makes the most of the quality ingredients. They are sure to be appreciated as gifts for loved ones.
Main Product Data of Grain Boundary Japan Store
| Product Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Big Chocolate Chip Cookie | A cookie featuring large chocolate and nuts |
| Fun Cheese Cookie | A cookie rich in cheese flavor |
| Matcha Cream Cheese Cookie | A cookie combining matcha and cream cheese |
| Earl Grey Pistachio Cookie | A combination of Earl Grey aroma and pistachio |
| Pistachio Cookie | A cookie abundantly made with pistachios |
| Caramel Cranberry Cookie | A perfect balance of caramel and cranberry |
| Butter Bar | A bar-type sweet with a rich butter flavor |
Jiyugaoka Sweets Forest’s Appeal
Jiyugaoka Sweets Forest is a dessert theme park located in Meguro, Tokyo, and is a must-visit spot for sweets lovers. Since its renovation in July 2022 as a “sweets entertainment park where you can enjoy Korean trends,” it has been attracting even more attention. With the opening of “Grain Boundary,” it is expected that even more Korean sweets fans will visit.
The opening hours are from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM on weekdays, and from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM on weekends and holidays, so you can enjoy it from daytime until evening. Additionally, you can enjoy other popular stores in Jiyugaoka Sweets Forest at the same time, making it well worth a visit.
Grain Boundary Store Information
The opening date for “Grain Boundary” is August 23, 2024. The location is within Jiyugaoka Sweets Forest, where you can enjoy the taste of Korea in an antique atmosphere. How about adding it to your Jiyugaoka stroll while enjoying the trending sweets?
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening Date | Friday, August 23, 2024 |
| Location | Within Jiyugaoka Sweets Forest |
| Address | La Cour Jiyugaoka 2F, 2-25-7 Midorigaoka, Meguro-ku, Tokyo |
| Opening Hours | Weekdays: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Last Order 7:30 PM) Weekends & Holidays: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Last Order 7:30 PM) |
| Access | Located within Jiyugaoka Sweets Forest, a short walk from Jiyugaoka Station |
| Website | Official Website |