New Japanese Bakery on The Hayes Serves Adorable Fish-Shaped Cakes Fresh from the Window

A brand new Japanese bakery has opened in the heart of Cardiff city centre – and it’s serving some of the cutest cakes you’ll ever see.

The Oriental Bakery, already popular in Cathays, has launched a second site on The Hayes, and it’s drawing in crowds with one irresistible sight: a window-front machine baking traditional Japanese taiyaki – charming, fish-shaped cakes filled with gooey custard.

Made from a pancake or waffle-style batter and cooked to golden perfection, these soft, sweet treats are a popular street snack in Japan – and now they’re available right here in Cardiff, straight from the griddle.

Alongside the signature fish-shaped cakes, the shop is expected to serve a range of Asian-inspired baked goods and drinks, adding something totally unique to The Hayes’ ever-growing food scene.

Whether you’re a fan of Japanese sweets or just looking for something new and Instagram-worthy to try, this little bakery is well worth a visit. Just follow the scent of fresh batter – or the queue of people watching cakes being made in the window.