Ikumi Mama's "Neko Dorayaki" Is Superb: An Additive-Free Japanese Sweet Made with Carefully Selected Ingredients

While walking through Fujisawa Station, I came across a pop-up stand and discovered Ikumi Mama's "Neko Dorayaki" (cat-shaped dorayaki). When I asked to take photos, they kindly gave their permission, so I bought some and enjoyed them at snack time after getting home. With its gentle sweetness and high-quality ingredients, it was truly delicious — so here is a closer look.

The storefront at the Fujisawa Station pop-up. Cute sweets were lined up, and there was even a collaboration item with the Suica Penguin!

What Is Ikumi Mama's "Neko Dorayaki"?

"Neko Dorayaki" is made and sold by Ikumi Mama, a company based in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. They craft their products with a commitment to additive-free Japanese sweets.

At the Fujisawa Station pop-up, an adorable Neko Dorayaki booth was on display.

The Neko Dorayaki booth at the storefront. A truly adorable presentation.

Gentle Sweetness and Quality Ingredients

Enjoyed at snack time after getting home, the Neko Dorayaki was a treat with a gentle sweetness and a real sense of quality in its ingredients. Its cute cat appearance is part of the charm, too.

A close-up of the Neko Dorayaki I purchased.

The Neko Dorayaki plated on a dish. The gentle sweetness was delicious.

A Commitment Backed by Carefully Selected Ingredients

Ikumi Mama's Neko Dorayaki even lists detailed information about the origin of each ingredient, reflecting a genuine commitment to quality. Here are a few highlights:

• Azuki beans: From Tokachi, Hokkaido. Beans from specific farms are carefully selected
• Wheat (for the dorayaki pancakes): From Gifu Prefecture. Sourced from a supplier that has striven to make better wheat ever since its founding in 1919 (Taisho 8) — said to be the most suitable wheat for dorayaki
• Eggs (for the dorayaki pancakes): Free-range fertilized eggs from Ibaraki Prefecture. Natural fertilized eggs from hens raised in a stress-free, natural environment are purchased directly from the farmer, cutting out middleman costs to deliver high quality at a more affordable price
• Sweetener: Natural beet sugar from Hokkaido, adding a delicate, gentle sweetness to the bean paste

Curious About the Rest of the Lineup

In addition to Neko Dorayaki, the lineup also includes Nikukyu Manju (paw-pad-shaped buns) and Neko Monaka (cat-shaped monaka). Next time, I would love to try the other products as well.

The shop's pamphlet, showing a varied lineup including Neko Dorayaki. Made with a commitment to additive-free Japanese sweets.

Contact

• Manufacturer/Seller: Ikumi Mama
• Address: Motosumi Core Building 2F-C, 3-6-18 Kizuki, Nakahara-ku, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture

An additive-free Japanese sweet with a gentle sweetness, made from carefully selected ingredients. If you spot it, be sure to give it a try.