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The World’s 100 Best Bakeries

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Fukuoka, Japan

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST BAKERIES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 68 2026
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A bakery in Fukuoka selling hard-crusted loaves alongside sweet and savory breads and pastries. Its mentaiko baguette is the signature item, and samples are offered before buying.

Highlights

  • Mentaiko French bread
  • Freshly baked bread on display
  • Pain de mie loaves

Good to know

  • Long queues outside, especially weekends and lunchtime
  • Parking in first, second and third lots
  • Entry one group at a time

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