Aigues Vives
Otaru Travel Guide 2023
The BEST Things to Do in Otaru, Japan｜Otaru Day Trip
"A bakery in the middle of nowhere?" Aigues Vives is located in an unexpected place. It is located on top of a hill on a side road off the national highway on the way to Otaru's Ranshima, and has a great location overlooking the beautiful sea of Oshoro. Just coming here to see the view is a soothing experience, and the drive along the way is enjoyable as well.
It was opened in 2000, exactly 20 years ago. The name "Aigues Vives" is derived from the name of a place in France, which is located at about the same latitude as Oshoro. The surrounding landscape is somewhat reminiscent of Europe, and just approaching the store is exciting.
In the past, Route 5 leading to the store was a little difficult because it ran along the coast in a winding route. There are many dangerous areas near here, such as cliff collapses, etc. In 2018, the Oshiro Tunnel was opened a little further into the mountains for safety measures, making it easier to get to and from the shop.
There are 5-6 parking spaces reserved in front of the restaurant. The store is very popular, so even on weekdays, many customers come from all over for the delicious bread. Bread is baked twice a day, at 11:30 a.m. when the store opens and around 2:30 p.m. They are baked in a French wood-fired oven. Wood is burned in the combustion chamber to heat the upper baking floor, and the bread is baked with the "residual heat". Incidentally, the quiche is baked around 12:30 p.m.
I have the impression that most of the breads are hard breads. I recommend the croissant, which has a beautiful face. The richness of the fermented butter, a hint of sweetness, and the aroma of wheat are irresistible. They are delicious even after a long time. Reservations are available, so if you want to be sure of getting one, we recommend you call and make a reservation.
Facility name
Aigues Vives
Adress
〒048-2561 1-195 Oshoro, Otaru City, Hokkaido
Phone
0134-64-2800
Opening hours
11：30〜18：00
Regular closing day
Saturday, Sunday
Tai monaka chocolate with 23 lucky spots in Otaru decorated on the packaging. Chocolate and rice puffs are added to the 100% glutinous rice monaka dough, which is baked using traditional techniques.
Otaru Department Store UNGA↑
Original products that convey the attractions of Otaru are developed and sold in a storefront converted from the former Otaru warehouse headquarters, which is said to be the oldest business warehouse in Hokkaido, located in the Otaru North Canal area. The shop tells the story of Otaru's prosperity in the pioneering days of Hokkaido and the history of the Kitamaebune, and displays and sells processed seafood and agricultural products from the port of call and Hokkaido, as well as original products by craftsmen and artists associated with Otaru.
Facility name
Otaru Department Store UNGA↑
Address
〒047-0031 2-1-20 Ironai, Otaru City
Phone
0134-65-8150
Opening hours
11:00~18:00
Regular closing day
None
Website
＞Click here to visit our website.
The BEST Things to Do in Otaru, Japan｜Otaru Day Trip
"A bakery in the middle of nowhere?" Aigues Vives is located in an unexpected place. It is located on top of a hill on a side road off the national highway on the way to Otaru's Ranshima, and has a great location overlooking the beautiful sea of Oshoro. Just coming here to see the view is a soothing experience, and the drive along the way is enjoyable as well.
It was opened in 2000, exactly 20 years ago. The name "Aigues Vives" is derived from the name of a place in France, which is located at about the same latitude as Oshoro. The surrounding landscape is somewhat reminiscent of Europe, and just approaching the store is exciting.
In the past, Route 5 leading to the store was a little difficult because it ran along the coast in a winding route. There are many dangerous areas near here, such as cliff collapses, etc. In 2018, the Oshiro Tunnel was opened a little further into the mountains for safety measures, making it easier to get to and from the shop.
There are 5-6 parking spaces reserved in front of the restaurant. The store is very popular, so even on weekdays, many customers come from all over for the delicious bread. Bread is baked twice a day, at 11:30 a.m. when the store opens and around 2:30 p.m. They are baked in a French wood-fired oven. Wood is burned in the combustion chamber to heat the upper baking floor, and the bread is baked with the "residual heat". Incidentally, the quiche is baked around 12:30 p.m.
I have the impression that most of the breads are hard breads. I recommend the croissant, which has a beautiful face. The richness of the fermented butter, a hint of sweetness, and the aroma of wheat are irresistible. They are delicious even after a long time. Reservations are available, so if you want to be sure of getting one, we recommend you call and make a reservation.
Facility name
Aigues Vives
Adress
〒048-2561 1-195 Oshoro, Otaru City, Hokkaido
Phone
0134-64-2800
Opening hours
11：30〜18：00
Regular closing day
Saturday, Sunday
Chocolate in the shape of a sea bream
Tai monaka chocolate with 23 lucky spots in Otaru decorated on the packaging. Chocolate and rice puffs are added to the 100% glutinous rice monaka dough, which is baked using traditional techniques.
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Otaru Department Store UNGA↑
Original products that convey the attractions of Otaru are developed and sold in a storefront converted from the former Otaru warehouse headquarters, which is said to be the oldest business warehouse in Hokkaido, located in the Otaru North Canal area. The shop tells the story of Otaru's prosperity in the pioneering days of Hokkaido and the history of the Kitamaebune, and displays and sells processed seafood and agricultural products from the port of call and Hokkaido, as well as original products by craftsmen and artists associated with Otaru.
Facility name
Otaru Department Store UNGA↑
Address
〒047-0031 2-1-20 Ironai, Otaru City
Phone
0134-65-8150
Opening hours
11:00~18:00
Regular closing day
None
Website
＞Click here to visit our website.
