Tokyo's shaved ice? [kakigoori]

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I love shaved ice... Does anyone know of any good shaved ice places in Tokyo? I have tried googling, but to no avail. Also, I am more interested in less of a neon bright syrup shaved ice and more of a shaved ice with azuki and fruit. I know that it is not exactly Japanese street-fare style, but I'm hopeful!

I know that Tora-ya has a kakigoori, but other than that I have absolutely no ideas.

Also, has anyone had any good kanten (agar-agar) desserts in Tokyo?

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Shimo-Kitazawa / Kichijoji

With a statement like that, you absolutely have to tell us more!!

What was it like- tell us about the stores, the food, the atmosphere... please?

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Shimo-Kitazawa / Kichijoji

Silverjay- I saw your previous post on Angelica; it made me hungry!! Thanks for tabelog too... But I'm surprised... Angelica got 3rd for the bread & sweets category, while a place called shimokita cha-ya got 1st?

Have you tried the tea place?? That shaved ice looks AMAZING - it's definitely going on my list now!

Thanks E Eto! This may sound weird, but I really do love reading menus.

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Shimo-Kitazawa / Kichijoji

I want to stray from the usual Tokyo path to go by Shimo-Kitazawa and/or Kichijoji. Does anyone know of any places that have local flavor and good fare that they'd like to recommend?

I'm a pescatarian, if that helps explain the vegetarian slant to my restaurant choices.

Shimo-Kita:
Alicia
chaka theka
mardi gras
café ordinane
angelica bakery
tambourin
Gu

Kichijoji:
momo curry
devadeva café

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Tokyo and Kyoto Restaurant REVIEWS Summary: My Spring Japan Trip

Where did you find your "the best takoyaki"?

I'm going to be in Tokyo, if that helps. I've had Gindaco's takoyaki, but that's about it.

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