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September 21 2025

The Only Place to Get Totoro and Miffy Pastry in London – Mitsuba Japanese Restaurant

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Traditional Japanese seating, cute pastry and manga to read for free. Welcome to Mitsuba, one of London cutest Japanese restaurants.

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[BLOG POST IN BIO] This Japanese restaurant sells Totoro and Miffy pastry 🌱🐰🥐 @Mitsuba三葉 If you’re a fan of My Neighbour Totoro or the iconic bunny, Miffy or simply love spending your time at a relaxed restaurant and read manga, Mitsuba is a must-visit 🍵 Mitsuba is a traditional Japanese Restaurant with a modern twist 🥢 It’s the only place in London where you can get Totoro and Miffy-shaped bread. They are freshly baked and available from around 1pm from Friday to Monday 🌱🐰🥐 Traditional Japanese breakfast and bento boxes are also available 🍱🥢 Plus, there is a manga self you can take any manga from and read it while in the restaurant 📖 📍Mitsuba | 92 North End Rd, London W14 9EX 🕰️ Mon – Thu: 9:30am – 6pm Fri – Sun: 9am – 6pm #japanesefood #totoro #miffy #japaneserestaurant #studioghibli

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Totoro and Miffy Pastry

Totoro and Miffy Pastry Served at Mitsuba Japanese Restaurant in London

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If you’re a fan of My Neighbour Totoro or the iconic bunny, Miffy or simply love spending your time at a relaxed cafés and read manga, Mitsuba is a must-visit.

Mitsuba is a traditional Japanese Restaurant with a modern twist.

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It’s the only place in London where you can get Totoro and Miffy-shaped bread. They are freshly baked and available from around 1pm from Friday to Monday.

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They are both made of fluffy sweet bread and the Totoro pastry is filled with delicious, sweet red bean paste while the Miffy head is filled with the same red bean paste, plus sweet and chewy mochi.

Lunch Bento Boxes

Bento box for lunch? Yes, please!

Mitsuba offers wide range of delicious Japanese-style bento boxes, including vegan and vegetarian options.

Each bento box has a balanced selection of food inside: one protein, one or two veggies of the day and white rice or furikake seasoned onigiri rice balls to support healthy balanced diet and provide all the nutrition your body needs.

From beef to teriyaki chicken to Miso salmon to tofu, everybody can find something they like and suitable for their diet.

Brunch Menu

Tokyo Salmon Breakfast

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The brunch menu is available all day from 9am to 5:30pm.

Each food on the menu is super healthy and made using home-style cooking method, meaning they’re full of flavour and taste just like in a restaurant in Japan.

The brunch menu includes Nagoya Onigiri set which comes with unlimited Miso soup, Kyoto Breakfast which contains all the nutrition your body needs to start the day: grilled Salmon, tamago egg, onigiri rice balls and vegetables.

Egg Royal is toasted Shokupan (Japanese milk bread) with two eggs of your choice, smoked Salmon and fresh salad.

Check out Mitsuba’s brunch menu and lunch bento menu here.

We tried the Tokyo Salmon Breakfast which is a traditional Japanese brunch and comes with a 100g grilled salmon, two onigiri rice balls, a boiled egg, Miso soup with seaweed and tofu, vegetables and Matcha mochi.

Drinks Menu

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Mitsuba offers a wide range of Matcha drinks, including the Insta-worthy Iced Levander Matcha Latte and Coconut Cream Latte.

Bubble tea and other hot and cold drinks also available.

Other Desserts

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All desserts are made in house by Mitsuba’s pastry chef to make sure you get the freshest and most delicious cakes every day.

If you love anime and manga, you will surely recognise the iconic Strawberry Cake with juicy fresh strawberry slices visible in each layer.

Matcha Basque Cheesecake is also a very popular choice by customers at Mitsuba because the cake is made with premium Matcha powder. It’s not just delicious, but super TikTokable and good for your health.

Yuzu Basque Cheesecake is made with real Japanese Yuzu juice, so if you want to try something very authentic that Japanese people love, Yuzu cheesecake is definitely a choice.

Please, take off your shoes

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If you really want to feel like you were in Japan, try the traditional Japanese seating area with tatami.

As this is a very traditional seating area, customers are encouraged to take off their shoes before entering. That’s not just a kind bow to Japanese traditions but it also can make your dining experience more authentic and special.

Free-to-Read Manga

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There is even a small shelf full of the most different manga titles.

Customers are free to pick any of them to read while at the restaurant.

Practical Info

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Address

Mitsuba | 92 North End Rd, London W14 9EX

Opening Times

Mon – Thu: 9:30am – 6pm

Fri – Sun: 9am – 6pm

Booking

Book your table using this form or simply walk-in

When is the best time to get the Totoro and Miffy pastry?

The Totoro and Miffy bread are freshly made around 1pm from Friday to Monday.

They are very poplar and often sell out quickly, so make sure you arrive around 1pm to avoid disappointment.

Ready for your next adventure? If you’re a fan of Japanese culture and history, Japan House London is a must-visit. Their new exhibition: ‘Pictograms: Iconic Japanese Designs’ is completely free to visit. Plus, Japan House has a lovely café and shop selling special Japanese sweets, Matcha drinks and high-quality gifts straight from Japan. Japan House London is only a 16-minute journey from Mitsuba by bus.

September 14 2025

This London Pub Looks Straight Out of The Lord of the Rings – Waxy O’Connor’s

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Waxy O’Connor’s is London’s biggest Irish pub. It’s a labyrinth of four unique bars over six levels, all linked together by a warren of staircases, hidden corners, and alleys.

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[BLOG POST IN BIO] This pub looks like it was stright from The Lord of the Rings 🏰👁️🔥💍 🍺 The pub’s name is Waxy O’Connor’s and it’s a labyrinth of four unique bars over six levels, all linked together by a warren of staircases, hidden corners, and alleys 🕯️ It’s named after a real person. Finbar O’Connor was a famous Irish candlemaker born in 1788 in Dublin, hence the name 🪾In the centre of the pub stands a 250-year-old Irish Beech tree 🏰 The four different bars provide four different atmospheres. You feel like you were in a scene from The Lord of the Rings at one bar, but climb one of the staircases, squeeze through a small alleyway and now it’s like you were at a medieval banquette 📍 14-16 Rupert St, London W1D 6DD #lordoftherings #irishpub #magicalplaces #londonpubs #irishculture

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Waxy O’Connor’s – A Labyrinth of Four Unique Pubs

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At Waxy O’Connor’s you might get lost…in the best way!

Located in the very heart of Soho, Waxy O’Connor’s is actually four different bars under one roof. The pub spans six levels, connected by narrow alleyways, mystical wooden staircases that lead you all directions and hidden corners to explore.

The four different bars provide four different atmospheres. You feel like you were in a scene from The Lord of the Rings at one bar, but climb one of the staircases, squeeze through a small alleyway and now it’s like you were at a medieval banquette.

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Follow another wooden staircase, and suddenly you’re at a traditional Irish pub with true Celtic vibes with atmospheric lighting, carved wooden archways, stone fireplaces and iron chandeliers.

A 250-Year-Old Irish Beech Tree in the Centre

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In the centre of Waxy O’Connor’s stands a 250-year-old Irish Beech tree.

The tree was planted 2.5 centuries ago in Midlands Ireland and died naturally in 1994. The tree was shipped to London the following year to be ‘planted’ in the centre of Waxy O’Connor’s. A local woodworker who had played under the tree as a child helped hew and treat the tree.

Since then, the tree has stood tall and proud in the middle of the pub. Guests love sitting under its branches enjoying a pint or two discussing, sport, the weather or other important subjects.

Named After a Real Person

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Waxy O’Connor’s was named after a real person. A famous Dublin candlemaker, Finbar O’Connor was born in 1788 and – following his father’s footsteps – became a candlemaker at the age of 16.

His candles were legendary, just like his appetite and thirst. O’Connor, who was a big man, soon became known as ‘Waxy’ and gained fame for not just his candles but his incredible capacity for hard liquor and his ability to consume a lot of beer and whisky.

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The excuse for consuming such an amazing amount of liqueur was the fact that candlemakers at that time had to work in extreme heat that stole their bodily liquids and drain their energy.

Waxy O’Connor allegedly was once heard to say: “Such heat doth parch a man and a parched man is a barren man – Beer is the only cure – us lads could put away gallons in a day”.

Great Bar Menu

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Waxy O’Connor’s has an amazing bar menu, even Waxy himself would lick his fingers after tasting.

Big plates for friend groups, such as ‘Waxy’s Fry’ (Cumberland sausage, bacon, black pudding, white pudding, potato scone, tomato, mushroom, baked beans, poached egg and toast & butter), small plates, sharers and burgers & sides are all on the menu, ready to satisfy your tastebuds.

Sunday roasts and buffet menu, including bruschetta, wraps, waffle fries and croquettes are also available.

The pub is specialised in Irish whiskey, craft beers and the best Guinness in London.

The Best Place to Celebrate St. Patric’s Day or Watch Sport

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What could be a better spot to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day in London than the capital’s biggest Irish pub? It has the perfect atmosphere, the friendliest bartenders and the best people to meet and make new friendships with.

Waxy O’Connor’s is also a go-to spot for sport lovers.

There are eight big screens for major sporting events, so no matter where you’re at within the pub, you won’t miss the best moments.

Plus, there’s live music seven nights a week.

If you’re looking for a truly unique pub in London, Waxy O’Connor’s is definitely a must-visit. Book for drinks, dinner or simply walk in.