Raijindo

The rich aroma of toasted soy sauce draws passersby to shelves filled with an impressive variety of Japanese rice crackers. Located near the entrance of the Sugamo Jizo-dori Shopping Street, Raijindo is a senbei specialist where visitors can explore varying depths of soy seasoning and textures.

Choosing Your Crunch and Soy Intensity

The shop's signature soy sauce senbei come in a range of baking and dipping styles, from single- and double-dipped versions to lightly charred okoge varieties. For an even more assertive flavor, crackers dipped five or even ten times in soy sauce offer deep savory intensity. These heavily glazed pieces develop a profound saltiness and toasted aroma with every bite, making them a natural pick for fans of firm, traditional hard-baked crackers. Those who prefer something softer can turn to tender nure-senbei (moist crackers) or the popular nure-kari mochi, which balances chewy and crisp textures.

Souvenirs and Walking Snacks

Beyond classic soy sauce, the shelves showcase imaginative modern flavors, such as light and crisp natto-cheese crackers, spiced curry variations, and garlic-seasoned treats. Playfully iced "deco-senbei" adorned with colorful illustrations and messages make eye-catching keepsakes or gifts from a Sugamo outing. Crackers are readily available individually, making it just as easy to nibble on a freshly toasted snack while strolling along the shopping street as it is to select a neat bundle to enjoy at home with tea.