The adorable Shiba Inu dango from Taoyuan makes a pop-up appearance at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi A11 — so cute you won’t want to eat it

▲ Super cute Shiba Inu dango.

Reported and photographed by Huang Shiyuan, Taipei

The Shiba Inu dango, which became an IG sensation for its soft, chewy mochi shaped like silly Shiba Inus, is created by Taoyuan’s Xingxing Studio. From December to January 2, 2018, the studio set up a pop-up booth on the 6th floor of Shin Kong Mitsukoshi A11. Although only selling Shiba Inu dango and one type of drink, the dango come in not only the standard version but also a Shiba Inu wearing a Christmas hat and a heart-shaped Shiba Inu dango. Dog lovers in Taipei shouldn’t miss this.

Each Shiba Inu dango from Xingxing Studio is handmade. Even the eyes, nose, and tiny chrysanthemum made from seaweed attached to the dango are carefully cut out and placed using small scissors by the staff — a very labor-intensive process. The Shiba Inu dango sold at the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi A11 pop-up are all freshly made at the Taoyuan flagship store and delivered to Taipei the same day. Aside from the regular version, there are also Shiba Inu dango wearing Christmas hats and heart-shaped ones, priced at NT$80, NT$120, and NT$100 respectively.


▲ A set with a drink is NT$180. A drink alone is NT$120, and a single standard Shiba Inu dango is NT$80.

Located in Taoyuan, “WakeWake Xingxing Studio” is decorated in bright pink and features a unique circular rotating door mechanism that serves as both a playful entrance and a great photo spot, catching the eye of many netizens. Inside, you’ll find irresistibly cute Shiba Inu dango and a giant strawberry shaved ice, winning over girls who love dreamy, themed cafes. Among its popular items, the Shiba Inu dango is made from soft, chewy mochi shaped like silly Shiba Inus, with meticulous seaweed details for its facial features and expressions. Its unique designs and craftsmanship have made it a must-buy item for those seeking cute and creative treats.

Taoyuan Xingxing Studio Pop-Up Booth
Address: 6F, No. 11, Songshou Rd., Xinyi District, Taipei City