Manju-sho Honzangenraku Shuzenji Main Store is one of the most iconic traditional sweet shops in the Shuzenji Onsen area. Conveniently located at the entrance to Shuzenji Temple, the shop has long been a favorite stop for visitors exploring this historic hot spring town on the Izu Peninsula.

Its signature item, Gomamitsu Manju, is a freshly steamed bun made with black sesame and bamboo charcoal, giving it a distinctive deep black color. Inside is a secret-recipe filling of black sesame blended with honey, creating a rich, nutty sweetness that flows like lava when bitten into.

Many visitors enjoy these manju hot at the shop or while strolling along the nearby Katsura River, making Honzangenraku an essential culinary experience when visiting Shuzenji.

• Take the Izuhakone Railway Sunzu Line to Shuzenji Station, exit the station and board a bus from Platform 1 bound for Shuzenji Onsen, get off at the final stop, Shuzenji Onsen Bus Stop, walk 3–5 minutes toward Shuzenji Temple

• The shop is located on the right-hand side, just before the stone steps leading up to the temple, nearby landmarks include Katsura River and Kokebashi Bridge

• Best enjoyed fresh and hot for the softest texture and flowing filling

• Green tea is often provided for customers dining in the small seating area

• Visit earlier in the day, especially on weekends, as popular items may sell out

Price:

• Manju prices start at approximately 120–150 yen per piece, with souvenir gift boxes available from 1,200 yen and up

Opening Time:

• Open daily: 09:30 – 16:30
  (Opening hours may vary by season or close earlier if sold out)