Aromatic Nuts Meet Anko: The 'Summer Anko Expo®' Opens at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi on June 24th!

* 'Anko Expo' and 'Anpaku' are registered trademarks of Mitsukoshi Isetan.

Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store will hold the 'Summer Anko Expo®' from Wednesday, June 24, to Monday, June 29, 2026. Delivering the diverse appeal of sweet red bean paste (anko), the 'Anko Expo®', popularly known as 'Anpaku', is a highly acclaimed signature event at the Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store. This marks the third time the event is held during the summer.

This time, under the theme of 'Nuts (Natsu/Summer)', numerous limited-edition 'Nuts x Anko' sweets that can only be tasted at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store will make an appearance. Additionally, a wide array of anko-centric Japanese and Western sweets will be gathered in one place, ranging from new-sensation 'evolved' anko sweets that push the boundaries of anko's potential, to traditional anko confections from long-established stores, and chilled sweets perfect for summer like shaved ice and Japanese-style shakes.

Event Overview - **Title:** Summer Anko ExpoⓇ - **Location:** Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store, Main Building 7th Floor, Event Hall (1-4-1 Nihombashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo) - **Dates:** Wednesday, June 24 to Monday, June 29, 2026 - **Hours:** 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM [Closes at 6:00 PM on the final day] *Eat-in last orders are 30 minutes before closing each day.

Key Highlights of This 'Summer Anko Expo®' - A large lineup of Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store exclusive 'Nuts x Anko' sweets - Evolved anko sweets offering new sensations of anko flavors - Chilled anko sweets perfect for summer: Shaved ice, new-sensation Japanese shakes, and anko soda

A Large Lineup of Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store Exclusive 'Nuts x Anko' Sweets New anko sweets, including Nihombashi Mitsukoshi exclusives that combine the aroma of nuts with the refined sweetness of anko, will be introduced. Under the theme of 'Nuts', various shops will offer their elaborate original sweets.

- **Fukushima: <Dorayaki Specialty Store Tanbou> [Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Exclusive] Konomi** 471 JPY per piece Rich almond praline paste and light nut cream are garnished with crunchy almonds and orange peel. Enjoy the marriage of aromatic nuts and refreshing citrus.

- **Tokyo: <Shinjuku Nakamuraya Main Store Bonna> [Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Exclusive] Freshly Made Sandwich Mooncake (Macadamia & Coco)** 432 JPY per piece Homemade chunky red bean paste with roasted, large macadamia nuts is sandwiched between crispy cookies baked on-site with the aroma of fermented butter. The paste offers a deep, mellow flavor with the texture of nuts and a secret ingredient of white chocolate. Furthermore, the coconut coating on the outside provides a delicate aroma and a pleasant accent. A luxurious taste born from tradition and innovation unique to <Shinjuku Nakamuraya>. Freshly made through live demonstrations.

- **Tokyo: <Kanten Factory Sanukiya> [Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Exclusive] Summer Peanut Anko Anmitsu** 1,101 JPY per piece A limited-edition anmitsu made with a special paste that blends aromatic peanut paste into clean white bean paste. The rich and mellow flavor is perfectly accented by salted peanuts and red peas, complementing the refreshing agar jelly.

- **Shiga: <Tomoe> Kuzu-tama Coconut Almond Jelly** 432 JPY per piece Melt-in-your-mouth white bean paste is wrapped in a soft dough similar to Japanese bavarois, smoothly kneaded with kudzu starch. A hint of jasmine is hidden within the white bean paste, and the gentle aroma of coconut milk and almond jelly softly spreads. A dish where you can feel a subtle tropical charm within Japanese softness.

- **Tokyo: <Noix de Beurre> [Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Exclusive] Crepe (Anko Butter)** 1,320 JPY per piece Crepe dough is spread with aromatic rum and salted butter, then rolled up with Hokkaido Tokachi adzuki beans 'Yume Murasaki Chunky Anko' and sliced butter. The texture of hidden walnuts adds an accent. Freshly made through live demonstrations.

Evolved Anko Sweets Offering New Sensations of Anko Flavors A variety of unique evolved anko sweets that pursue the potential of anko and propose new ways to enjoy it will appear.

- **Kyoto: <Gion Ninigi> [Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Exclusive] Natsu no Pocchiri** 540 JPY per piece Their signature fruit daifuku 'Gion Pocchiri', modeled after a maiko's obi clip, has been specially arranged for the Summer Anko Expo. It's a luxurious daifuku packed with a lavish six types of fruit: classic strawberries, grapes, blueberries, bananas, chestnuts, plus summer-like pineapple.

- **Tokyo: <Edo Kuzumochi> Heart Edo Kuzumochi Premium Lemon** 1,350 JPY per box (10 pieces) Kuzumochi made using whole lemons grown with plenty of sunshine on Osakikamijima Island in the Seto Inland Sea. Refreshing lemon syrup made with lemon juice and beet sugar, paired with flavorful lemon...