Founded in Taipei in 1997, Ice Monster built up a loyal fanbase amongst Japanese kakigori lovers who would flock to the flagship store when on holiday in Taiwan for a taste of the now-famous shaved ice dessert. The brand expanded into China, and then opened its first store in Tokyo in April 2015.
More info: ice-monster.co.jp
Address: 6-3-7 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku
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