Expiry is 2 days from date of shipping, but they should be fine for several days after delivery.
Fresh baked by:
Costco Wholesale Japan (Hisayama Warehouse)
🥖 The Perfect East-Meets-West Fusion!
Authentic French Crust meets Sweet Japanese Adzuki Beans. A Bakery Masterpiece.
If you’re a fan of artisanal bread but have a sweet tooth, this is your new obsession. French Anpan takes the chewy, rustic soul of a French baguette and stuffs it with high-quality, sweet red bean paste (Anko) made from 100% Hokkaido beans.
It’s a sophisticated upgrade from the standard soft "Anpan" buns found in local convenience stores. This generous 9-pack from the Costco bakery is perfect for stocking your freezer or sharing with friends.
💡 Why Expats are Loving This New Classic
Authentic Texture: Unlike soft Japanese bread, this has a real "crust" that gives you a satisfying chew.
Hokkaido Quality: Filled with premium red bean paste that is subtly sweet, not cloying.
The Topping: Sprinkled with poppy seeds for an earthy, nutty aroma that complements the sweetness perfectly.
📐 Specifications & Ingredients
Quantity: 9 Large Rolls per Pack.
Ingredients: Wheat Flour, Sweet Red Bean Paste (Hokkaido Adzuki Beans), Sugar, Salt, Yeast, Poppy Seeds.
🍳 Gourmet Hacks: From "Good" to "Unforgettable"
1. The "Bakery-Fresh" Reheat Pop your Anpan in the toaster oven for 90 seconds. The crust regains its "crunch" while the bean paste inside becomes warm and velvety. It tastes like it just came out of the oven!
2. The "An-Butter" Secret Slice the warm roll in half and slide in a cold slice of salted butter. The combination of salty butter and sweet beans inside a crunchy French roll is a flavor explosion that is currently a huge trend in Japan.
3. The Morning Coffee Dip Believe it or not, the slightly salty crust and sweet interior make this a fantastic companion for a cup of black coffee. Dip it quickly to soften the crust!
🏠 Simple Storage & Leftover Tips
Freezer Ready: With 9 rolls, you might not finish them in one day. Wrap individual rolls in plastic wrap and freeze them. They thaw perfectly and taste fresh after a quick toast.
French Toast Style: If a roll gets a bit dry, slice it up and soak it in an egg/milk mixture. Fry it up for a "Stuffed French Toast" experience where the beans act as a built-in syrup.
💬 What the Community is Saying
"I usually find Japanese sweet bread too soft, but this French dough is legit! The crust is amazing when toasted."
"The 9-pack from Costco is such a great deal. I freeze them and take one to work every morning. It’s the perfect size for a filling breakfast."
"User Insight: Pro-tip—if you like a little extra kick, a tiny sprinkle of sea salt on top after toasting really brings out the sweetness of the Hokkaido beans!"
Experience the best of both worlds. Order your Fresh-Baked French Anpan today and elevate your snack game!
