Tabelog ratingIn Kanazawa's Nagamachi district, HIRAMIPAN (ひらみぱん) operates out of a picturesque, ivy-covered vintage house that functions as both a take-out bakery and a French-style café. The space is highly photogenic and popular with locals and international visitors alike, with separate entrances for the bakery counter and the eat-in area.
The main draw is the exceptional pastry craft. Guests consistently praise the canelés for their perfect texture—a crisp, caramelized crust giving way to a soft, custardy interior. The flaky croissants, rich danishes, and European-style breads like the Noto salt pan are also singled out as highlights. For a more substantial meal, the savory breakfast and lunch plates, such as the Croque Madame and the shrimp and avocado panini, are very popular.
The most common point of criticism is the café's seating policy. Staff often wait to seat a new batch of guests all at once, which can lead to long queues outside, even when tables appear to be free. A few reviewers also noted occasional slow service for drinks.
Despite the potential wait, most find HIRAMIPAN offers good value. Reviewers in 2024–2026 paid around ¥1,680 for a Croque Madame set, ¥680 for a shrimp and avocado panini, ¥350 for a canelé, and ¥370 for a Noto salt pan. The typical spend for lunch is between ¥1,000 and ¥1,999.
- Booking: Walk-ins are welcome, but long queues are common. Reservations are available and recommended to avoid a wait.
- Getting There: The café is about a 15–20 minute walk from Hokutetsu Kanazawa station.
- Payment: Credit cards (Visa, Master, JCB, Amex, Diners), electronic money (transportation IC cards like Suica, Rakuten Edy, iD), and QR code payments (PayPay, Rakuten Pay) are all accepted.
- Practical Details: There are 22 seats and no private rooms. The entire establishment is non-smoking. Parking is available for one car. An English menu is available, and popular items often sell out by late morning.
