
Nakamuraya Bonna at Go Shinjuku
Location: 3 Chome-26-13 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Nakamuraya Bonna is the sweets and delicatessen counter in the basement of the Shinjuku Nakamuraya Building, operated by the historic Nakamuraya food company founded in 1901 and famous for cream buns, curry bread and Japanese-style sweets.
Nakamuraya Bonna is the sweets and delicatessen counter in the basement of the Shinjuku Nakamuraya Building, operated by the historic Nakamuraya food company founded in 1901 and famous for cream buns, curry bread and Japanese-style sweets.
Nakamuraya Bonna is a sweets and delicatessen counter located in the basement of the Shinjuku Nakamuraya Building at 3-26-13 Shinjuku, operated by Shinjuku Nakamuraya, a food company with roots dating back to 1901. The company began as a bakery in Hongo before relocating to Shinjuku, where it grew into a long-standing brand encompassing bread, Japanese sweets, Western pastries, curry and Chinese-style steamed buns. The Bonna counter serves as the direct retail outlet for this heritage, offering freshly prepared items made on-site by the company's pastry chefs and cooks.The counter is known for its fuwa-toro cream pan, a soft bread filled with velvety custard cream, alongside freshly fried curry bread filled with the company's signature Indian-style curry, a recipe with a century of history behind it. The selection also includes seasonal Japanese sweets such as ichigo daifuku, Western cakes and tarts, and prepared deli dishes including curries and side dishes designed to be taken home for dinner. The basement space is laid out as a shopping floor rather than a sit-down restaurant, with products displayed for takeaway purchase, though the adjoining Nakamuraya Building restaurants provide seating for those wishing to eat in.
Bonna is open daily from 10:00 to 20:30, making it convenient for both daytime shoppers and evening commuters picking up dinner or dessert on their way home. Its location in the Shinjuku Nakamuraya Building places it within the Shinjuku Sanchome district, approximately a five-minute walk from Shinjuku Sanchome Station and within easy reach of JR Shinjuku Station's east exit. The cream pan and curry bread are produced throughout the day, but the freshest batches typically come out in the late morning and early afternoon, so visiting before 15:00 offers the best selection of warm items, with popular varieties selling out by early evening on weekends.
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Nakamuraya Bonna

Bonina Sweets Shonin Nakamura
Storefront of Bonina sweets shop with illuminated green signage above entrance, red banner on left displaying Japanese characters, display table inside with pastries, customers browsing, and promotional standee outside advertising egg tarts.

Bon!na Shop Entrance
The image shows the storefront of a shop named 'Bon!na' with Japanese characters '中村屋' (Nakamura-ya) visible below the English name. A red banner hangs on the left side, displaying vertical white text in Japanese. Inside, various products are displayed on shelves and counters. There is also an easel sign outside advertising mochi (rice cakes). The interior appears well-lit with modern decor.

Dessert Display Case
A well-lit bakery display case showcasing an array of desserts and pastries, including cakes, tarts, and small confections arranged neatly on shelves with descriptive cards.

Bonbon Bakery Interior Display
Interior view of a bakery with hexagonal tiled floor, illuminated display cases, and promotional signage featuring curry breads and other baked goods.

Spiced Cookie Collection
A flat-lay display of assorted spiced cookies and baking ingredients on a wooden surface. Visible items include cinnamon sticks, red peppercorns, fennel seeds, cardamom pods, cumin seeds, and various cookie types (gingerbread, sugar-dusted, powdered) arranged in bowls and a white tin box.

Shinjuku Piroshki Display
A display case showing golden-brown, breaded croquettes topped with green garnish and small white flowers. A sign in Japanese promotes 'Shop's Kitchen' Shinjuku Piroshki, highlighting their crispy texture and savory filling.

Pastries on White Paper
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Korean Table Setting with Rice and Side Dishes
A close-up view of a Korean dining table featuring two white bowls containing curry-like dishes, a large plate with two portions of white rice, and several small side dishes (banchan) including pickled vegetables and kimchi. Wine glasses and water glasses are visible in the background.

TSUKI NO KA - Moon Leaf
A packaged Japanese confectionery product, likely a moon cake or similar sweet, featuring elegant calligraphy and branding in both Japanese and English. The packaging highlights Hokkaido cream usage.

Food Menu Displays in Mall Corridor
A row of five A-frame menu boards and promotional posters displayed on a tiled floor inside what appears to be a shopping mall or food court area. The signs advertise various dishes including Taiwanese-style noodles, sparkling wine-themed meals, and a set lunch menu from 'Manna' restaurant featuring multiple plated options with prices listed in yen.

Shrimp Dumplings
Close-up of several steamed dumplings with visible shrimp tails on top, served in a white dish.

Steaming Bun on Plate
A single steamed bun sits on a light green plate with radial ridges, resting on pink paper liner. The background is dark and out of focus.

Curry Dish in Metal Bowl
A close-up of a rich, orange curry served in a traditional metal bowl with a handle. The dish contains chunks of meat or vegetables coated in a thick sauce, garnished with green herbs. A spoon is lifting some of the food. In the background, there is a glass of water and part of another white cup visible on a light-colored table surface.

Bakery Interior Display
Interior view of a bakery with wooden shelving, wicker baskets, and packaged bread products on display. A large sign advertises '1904 年誕生' (Founded in 1904) and '日本で初めて作られた元祖クリームパン' (Japan's first original cream bread). Background shows glass doors leading outside.

Shrimp and Scallop Dish
A plated dish featuring a large shrimp, scallops, garnished with herbs and vegetables, served on a white plate.

Egg Tart Packages
Two white paper packages of Bonina Egg Tarts placed on a floral-patterned plate. Each package features a yellow circular label with the brand name 'Bonina', product name 'Egg Tart' in English and Japanese, and an illustration of a baker carrying trays.

Fried Food Item
A golden-brown, crispy fried food item, possibly a croquette or fritter, resting on white paper with Japanese text. The item is placed on a wooden table surface.

Curry Dish with Rice and Side Dishes
A close-up of a silver gravy boat filled with curry, accompanied by rice on a plate in the foreground. In the background, there are glasses of water, a basket with napkins, and small dishes containing pickled vegetables.

Curry and Rice Dish
A close-up of a meal featuring a bowl of brown curry with a green chili garnish, served alongside a plate of white rice on a wooden table.

Bonna Bon!na Menu Display
A promotional standee inside a store advertising Bonna Bon!na, featuring images of Indian-style curry dishes and tofu. The sign mentions that the menu items are available at Bonna Delicacy Corner.

Pastries on a wooden plate
A close-up photo of two golden-brown pastries with flaky crusts, one cut open to reveal dark filling, served on a round wooden plate against a blurred wooden background.

Packaged Steamed Buns Display
A close-up view of numerous individually wrapped steamed buns, likely meat-filled, arranged on a wooden shelf in what appears to be a supermarket or convenience store. Each bun is sealed in clear plastic with a pink and white label featuring Japanese characters and pricing details. A price tag below reads 'Tian Cheng Meat Bun (Small)' at 216 yen per piece.

Egg Tarts on Floral Plate
Two golden-brown egg tarts with caramelized tops sit on a white plate decorated with green leaves and pink flowers.

Fried Meatball with Cut Piece
A close-up photo of a golden-brown fried meatball on a speckled black and white plate. One piece is cut open, revealing the savory filling inside.

Food Display Stand with Posters and Products
A promotional display stand featuring various food items, including curry rice boxes, snacks, and sauces. Posters advertise events like '6月12日は恋と革命のインドカレーの日' (June 12th is the Day of Love and Revolution for Indian Curry) and a new cola flavor. The setup includes stacked product boxes, bottles of sauce, and packaged snacks under bright lighting.

Bakery Display
A display of packaged baked goods, including Sakura Mooncakes and other pastries, arranged on wooden trays with price tags visible.

Curry Rice Meal
A table set with two plates of white rice, a silver gravy boat filled with curry sauce, small side dishes containing pickled vegetables and condiments, a glass of orange juice, a water glass, chopsticks, and a basket with napkins.

Shrimp Dish with Broccoli and Yellow Sauce
A close-up of a plated dish featuring shrimp, broccoli florets, and garnishes on a white plate with a yellow sauce drizzle.

Japanese Onigiri and Bento Box Set
A top-down view of a wooden table set with traditional Japanese food items, including two bento boxes filled with various dishes like shrimp, tofu, and vegetables, a bowl of miso soup, a plate with chopsticks wrapped in paper, and a box of assorted cookies.

Pork Cutlet with Pickle
A close-up of a breaded pork cutlet on a paper wrapper, garnished with a pickle slice and a white flower-shaped toothpick. Background shows other food items in packaging.

Assorted Appetizer Platter
A close-up view of a golden tray filled with an assortment of appetizers, including sliced cured meats, fried fish, pickled vegetables, shredded carrots, capers in a paper cup, and garnished greens.

Thailand-style meal with rice and side dishes
A table setting featuring a bowl of white rice, a metal pitcher filled with orange curry sauce, and small plates containing pickled vegetables and other condiments.

Shinagawa Village Senpou Store Interior
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Dried Pasta and Meat Products Display
Shelves stocked with packaged dried pasta, meat products, and canned goods in a well-lit store interior.

Bon!na Store Interior View
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Strawberry Daifuku Display Sign
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Fried Food Item
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Bakery Display Counter
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Usumawase Display
A display of packaged Japanese snacks, likely 'usumawase' (rice crackers), arranged in wooden trays on a table covered with white cloth. Each package is individually wrapped and labeled with colorful tags indicating different flavors or types. Price tags are visible next to each tray.

Bakery Display Counter
Interior view of a bakery or cafe counter featuring fried pastries like curry puffs and broccoli rolls on display shelves. A sign above advertises 'Shinjuku Curry Pan' and 'Shinjuku Broccoli'. Yellow signs indicate items are made in-store. Payment options and promotional materials are visible near the register.

Shinjuku Curry and Snacks Display
A retail display featuring packaged Shinjuku Curry products, including curry rice boxes and snack items like fried dough sticks. Small containers of snacks are arranged on a red tablecloth with price tags. Background shelves hold jars and other goods.

Dorayaki Package
A close-up of a single dorayaki (Japanese pancake) wrapped in clear plastic with yellow paper label. The label features bold black Japanese calligraphy reading '逸品' (masterpiece), along with smaller text indicating it is from 'Kusatsu Nakamura-ya'. The dorayaki inside appears golden-brown and fluffy, visible through the transparent packaging.

Baked Goods Display
A display case filled with golden-brown fried pastries, likely croquettes or similar snacks, arranged on metal trays. A yellow sign in the foreground reads '店内の厨房 お作りしています' (Made in our kitchen). The background shows a glimpse of the shop's interior, including shelves and equipment.

Bakery Display Case with Fried Pastries
A glass display case in a bakery or cafe showing rows of golden-brown fried pastries, likely croquettes or fritters. A yellow sign reads '店内の厨房でお作りしています' (Made in our kitchen). Price tags are visible but blurry. Background shows counter equipment and signage.

Fried Bread with Filling
A close-up of a golden-brown fried bread, cut in half to reveal its filling. The filling appears to include rice and possibly meat or vegetables. The bread is placed on a white paper wrapper with red Japanese text.

Shinjuku Curry Bun Counter
Interior view of a food counter displaying Shinjuku Curry Buns and other fried items. A staff member wearing a mask and cap is preparing or packaging food behind the glass display case. Promotional signs highlight 'Chef-made' curry buns and mention that cooking happens inside the store.



























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