Little Bear Meister at Harajuku, Tokyo

A pop-up doughnut van famous for impossibly cute bear-shaped doughnuts.

Little Bear Meister is a doughnut pop-up that serves from a tiny van, with a Harajuku-area stop at 1-11-6 Jingumae near the Cat Street end. The brand is popular for its impossibly cute teddy-bear-shaped doughnuts, each made with whole wheat flour and almonds for a gentler, more wholesome bite. The signature Nut Bear is the best-known shape, with seasonal animals such as pandas joining the lineup.

The doughnuts are fried crisp on the outside and chewy within, with graham-cracker bellies and a range of glazes. The pop-up format means the van moves between locations, including Shimokitazawa and the Kagurazaka-Waseda area, so the Harajuku stop is best confirmed via social media before visiting. Hours typically run from 11:00 or 12:00 to 18:00, with the van closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. It suits doughnut hunters, families and anyone wanting a photogenic Harajuku snack.

Orders are taken at the van, with the popular shapes selling out early in the day. Instagram: @little_bear_meister