My first visit to “Shelen Baum Kuroiso branch” – A fairytale bakery filled with the smell of freshly baked bread

At Shelen Baum Kuroiso branch, you can enjoy not only sweet buns and sandwiches but also cakes and even traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi).

It’s about a 20-minute walk from the station — a bit of a trek — but I found out there’s a bus from the west exit that stops near the shop, so I decided to check it out!

Basic infomation on the bakery

• Name：Shelen Baum Kuroiso branch
• Category：Baked Bread
• Address：626-6 Kutsukake, Nasushiobara-shi, Tochigi-ken
• Access：From Nasushiobara Station West Exit, it’s an 8-minute ride by bus and walk (about 20 minutes on foot only).
• Business Hours: 7:00 ~ 19:00
• Regular Holiday: Mondays
• Phone Number: 0287-65-3898
• Official Website/SNS：
  • （HP）https://www.e-baum.jp/
  • （Instagram）https://www.instagram.com/shellen3898/

Review of my actual experience visiting

The building looks like something straight out of a picture book — super cute and fairytale-like!

Since it’s October, the place was decorated with fun Halloween ornaments.

As for prices, most sweet breads start around ¥200, and danishes are about ¥350.

Ordered Menu and Price

• Mushroom Bruschetta (¥378)
• Salt Butter Roll (Rye Bread with Sweet Red Bean Paste) (¥259)

About taste

The Mushroom Bruschetta came topped with sautéed mushrooms — a mix of button mushrooms and maitake — coated in a creamy white sauce and served on a perfectly toasted slice of French bread.

Each bite was bursting with rich umami flavor and that amazing mushroom aroma.

The balance between the earthy mushrooms and the creamy sauce was just perfect — I could totally see this pairing beautifully with a glass of wine. 🍷

Next was the Roasted Rye Salt Butter Roll with Sweet Red Bean Paste.

It had this incredible mix of nutty aroma, gentle sweetness, and just the right touch of salt — an amazing harmony of flavors!

Even if you’re not usually into sweet stuff, I think you’d still enjoy this one easily.

Overall, the prices are a little on the higher side, but considering the quality of the ingredients and how fresh everything is, it definitely feels worth it.

Every bread I tried had its own strong personality — I can’t wait to go back and try more next time! 🥖✨

The atmosphere inside & Service

The moment I stepped inside, I was greeted by the warm, toasty aroma of freshly baked bread — it instantly lifted my mood!

The bakery has an amazing variety, and everything looked freshly baked.

Watching the staff bring out tray after tray of new breads was pure happiness.

Shelen Baum is currently running a campaign where you can get bread by following their Instagram account.

Features & Usability of Shelen Baum

Here’s a quick look at the dining scenes and facilities at Shelen Baum Kuroiso branch.

Recommended for different occasions

I went for takeout this time, but there’s also an eat-in space inside where you can enjoy your bread with a drink.

There’s even a small cabin on the premises that you can use for free if it’s available.

It seems there’s a time limit during busy hours, but it’s such a nice touch — especially if you’re visiting with friends, family, or kids and want a cozy private spot. 🏡✨

Facilities

• Wi-Fi & Power supply：None
• Smoking：Probably Smoke-free shop
• Payment method: Cash, Credit card, Rakuten Edy, PayPay, Rakuten Pay, etc.

Access & map

From Nasushiobara Station (West Exit), take the bus at Bus Terminal No. 2 (For directions to Bus Terminal No. 2, please check this article).

Ride the bus for about 3–4 minutes, and get off at “Kutsukake”.

After getting off, walk in the same direction the bus was heading along the sidewalk.

In about 3 minutes, you’ll see Shelen Baum on your left-hand side.

If the weather’s nice, it’s also a pleasant walk from the station — perfect for a little stroll! 🌤️

Summary｜Who I recommend Shelen Baum for

• Anyone who wants to enjoy freshly baked bread in a fairytale-like setting 🏰
• Anyone who loves choosing from a wide variety of breads and pastries 🥐

👉 If you’re around Nasushiobara Station and craving some warm, freshly baked bread, definitely check out Shelen Baum! 🍞✨