Nestled in Otofuke Town, "CocoLi" is a healing space where you can enjoy additive-free, wholesome bagels and baked goods. Together with an adjacent coffee shop and apparel store, it's a special place that warmly welcomes every visitor. Let's dive into the many charms of CocoLi!

CocoLi appears unexpectedly on a quiet road, making you wonder, "Is this the place?"

The small bagel shop "CocoLi" is a soothing space where sheep greet you with a gentle "baa." It shares its premises with the coffee shop "Hajime" and the apparel shop "noumu." All three shops share the same entrance, making you feel a sense of excitement as you step inside. Upon entering, you're greeted by a curated selection of apparel. To the right, you'll find the home-roastery coffee shop "Hajime" and "CocoLi." The atmosphere created by these three shops is incredibly comfortable, perfect for a holiday visit. The warm, wood-filled, white-themed interior and the scenery outside the window evoke a distinct Hokkaido feeling.

The entrance to the shops. The three businesses stand side-by-side.

The interior of CocoLi, adjacent to the Hajime Home-Roasted Coffee Bean Shop.

Bagels are displayed and sold one by one in the shop.

CocoLi's bagels are delightfully chewy and satisfying, yet low in calories. They offer about 10 varieties at any given time, from the classic "Plain" (220 yen) and "Blueberry Cream Cheese" (350 yen) to unique flavors like "Sesame Miso" (300 yen) and "Matcha Red Bean" (380 yen). They also release seasonal limited-edition bagels, which are always a treat. Every single one is delicious! There are even plans to introduce rice flour bagels in the future...!

The classic "Bacon and Vegetable" sandwich for 550 yen (tax incl.). The thick, meaty bacon is irresistible.

The spring seasonal sandwich "Sakura Shiratama" is a masterpiece with a natural color and a faint cherry blossom aroma.

Orange peel and chocolate are a perfect match in this cocoa dough infused with orange peel.

The bagels are made with plenty of Hokkaido-sourced ingredients and are free from eggs, oil, and dairy. They are also additive-free. Delicious and healthy—it's the best of both worlds. The owner's journey into bagel-making began with the desire to feed her husband and children something delicious and wholesome. While the shop is primarily for takeout, there are seats outside, so on a nice day, you can relax and enjoy your treats on the terrace.

When the sun sets, the area becomes a perfect spot for stargazing. Open until 7:00 PM on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, it's also great for a date night ◎

Owner Shiori Hogi selling baked goods at an event.

Good news for those who live far from Otofuke Town. CocoLi started as a pop-up at events, and even after opening a physical store, the owner continues to participate with a special passion. "Many people in Tokachi look forward to events, so I hope to continue being a part of everyone's special holiday moments by participating," says owner Shiori Hogi.

In recent years, she has been setting up shop at many events outside of Tokachi, with increasing opportunities to find her at department store events in Sapporo, like Daimaru and Marui Imai, as well as outdoor festivals. CocoLi also offers a delivery service called "Itsudemo Iiyo Bin" (Anytime Delivery), a random assortment of 10 bagels that you can order through their Instagram. Be sure to check their event schedule!

At events, the bagels are sometimes served as part of a special lunch plate.

The baked goods corner in the shop. The cookies are conveniently packaged in sets of two.

The creator of these delicious bagels is the charmingly cheerful Shiori-san. "Baked goods were on the menu from the beginning, but as we received more invitations to events, we expanded our lineup," she says. Recently, her baked goods selection has been growing. A particular highlight is the "Yeast Scone," which has a delightfully crunchy and crumbly texture. This is Shiori-san's top recommendation and a must-try when you visit.

"Yeast Scone" 330 yen (tax incl.)

The "Basque Cheesecake," available only on "+ Dolce Days," is especially popular.

Fridays and Saturdays are "+ Dolce Days." On these days, you can also find dessert items like "Tiramisu," made with a decaf blend from the adjacent coffee shop "Hajime," and "Chocolate Terrine." Both the bagels and baked goods have a heartwarming, gentle deliciousness. While it's best to eat them right away, they also freeze well, making them a great souvenir or gift♪

Be sure to check out the exquisite bagels and baked goods from CocoLi.

CocoLi

■Location: 59-9 Higashiwa Higashi 2-sen, Otofuke, Kato-gun, Hokkaido
■Hours: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
■Closed: Tuesdays & Wednesdays
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