Desserts Galore at Takano Fruit Parlour in Tokyo, Japan
I’ve never been a chocolate fan. If you slid a slice of black forest cake or a propped a stack of brownies in front of me, I might take a bite or two. I will, however, unabashedly face-plant into any dessert made with fresh, seasonal fruit. Add whipped cream or a fluffy mousse and I’m all yours.
Takano in Tokyo is the ultimate mecca for fruity dessert lovers.
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