Les Gouters

Osaka is a patisserie hotspot, a heaven for all those with a sweet tooth and a soft spot for adorably decorated desserts. With an abundance of stores, it's difficult for one to stand out from the rest, yet Les Gouters (just a short walk from Higobashi Station) is one that has stolen the hearts of the locals. This colorful bakery specializes in French pastries with a unique Japanese twist. Owned by the award-winning chef Shiro Sawai, who has won numerous competitions on national and international platforms, there's no doubt about the top-level quality at Les Gouters. There are sweets that are available all year round, but customers keep a close eye out for those special treats made of the freshest seasonal ingredients that chef Sawai takes full advantage of. There’s nothing like a good tiramisu to judge a patissier's level of handiwork, and Les Gouters's one does not disappoint at all. Even though the visuals of it might not be that impressive, this sponge cake is filled with silky smooth mascarpone cheese and topped off with a nice espresso jelly and chocolate-flavored cream. On top of sweets, this patisserie offers homemade jams of different flavors that you can take home with you. Whatever you need to satisfy your pastry cravings, Les Gouters has it covered.