Homemade Banh Mi and Bread with a Japanese Twist
Published: October 3, 2025
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“Sandwichshop Hasamu” is a takeout bakery where you can enjoy a variety of breads, including banh mi (a traditional Vietnamese sandwich) with a Japanese twist.
The shop offers a wide variety of hearty, generously filled sandwiches.
The owner had always loved bread and sandwiches, and one day began creating her own combinations to find unique flavors. She used to rent space in a shared kitchen and participate in local events to showcase her creations, and in January of this year, she was finally able to open her own bakery.
The most popular item is the “Beef and Lemongrass Banh Mi”
The bread was not hard and crunchy, but smooth and tender. It has a rich, savory flavor with a hint of citrus from the lemongrass. It’s the kind of sandwich you can enjoy again and again.
The “An Butter Sandwich,” (An: sweet red bean paste) made with dough richly kneaded with black sesame.
The balance in this sandwich feels just right. The “an” is paired with the perfect amount of butter, and the filling is soft and fluffy, making every bite tender and easy to enjoy.
The “Grilled Sausage Sandwich with Gorgonzola Cheese Sauce,” a big favorite among women who love cheese.
Both women and men visit her bakery, and many are regular customers who mainly buy meat-filled sandwiches. In this particular one, the sausage is surprisingly huge! Indeed, with this kind of sandwich, you can really see the owner’s intention: to create filling, satisfying sandwiches with soft, flavorful bread and delicious ingredients.
The “Mentaiko Butter Sandwich,” generously filled with rich mentaiko butter (Mentaiko: spicy cod roe)
This sandwich is very popular among Japanese customers, but in many other countries, people aren’t used to eating it. If you’ve never tried mentaiko before and aren’t familiar with the flavor, this could be a great opportunity to give it a try. It’s not too strong and won’t come as an unpleasant surprise.
“Sandwichshop Hasamu” is planning to offer bread-making workshops right in the bakery’s kitchen!
In addition, she often takes part in events, especially in autumn and spring, so you might have the chance to try her sandwiches near your home. Since she runs the business all by herself, it’s difficult to open every day, and the schedule can be irregular, but she posts it in advance at the beginning of each month, so keep an eye on her Instagram to know when you can visit and try these delicious sandwiches, either at the shop or at an event. If you love good bread as much as I do, this homemade bakery is definitely worth a visit!
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・Name：Diana
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※Information is based on September 2025. Prices, operating hours, and other details may change. Please verify with the store directly.
※All amounts mentioned in the article are inclusive of taxes.
