Uncle Tetsu's Cheesecake

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, while a delivery driver was unloading boxes of fresh ingredients, he noticed something peculiar: every time he opened the door to Uncle Tetsu’s Cheesecake bakery, it seemed like the scent of freshly baked cheesecakes lingered just a little longer than usual—almost as if someone had left the oven on. Curious, the delivery driver decided to stay for an extra minute. Sure enough, when he peered inside, he saw nothing out of place—a quiet bakery with Uncle Tetsu diligently working away. But then, from behind the counter, came a soft voice: ‘Hey, thanks for noticing—it’s my secret recipe, you know? Keeps the customers coming back!’

2. In the early hours before dawn, a delivery driver arrived with crates of creamy cheese. As he unlocked the back door, he spied something odd in the dim light—a small wooden box, nestled among the empty containers. Curious, he opened it and found only a note that read: ‘For your cheesecakes—Uncle Tetsu’s secret recipe.’ From then on, Uncle Tetsu’s Cheesecake became legendary for its unique flavor, and everyone knew it was delivered with a touch of whimsy.

3. One day, after closing, the baker found an old envelope tucked inside a cake box. Curious, he opened it and discovered a handwritten note reading: ‘Add one teaspoon of moon dust for extra specialness.’ The next morning, Uncle Tetsu added just a pinch, and soon the cheesecakes became irresistible—so much so that even the delivery driver stopped by for a slice before heading out. The note turned out to be from a neighbor who claimed her grandmother used it in their family recipe. Now, every full moon, customers line up for the ‘Extra Special’ cheesecakes, each topped with a sprinkle of what everyone swears is just sugar.

4. One night, a curious neighbor passing by Uncle Tetsu’s closed shop wondered aloud: ‘I bet they’re making cheesecakes even when no one’s here.’ And wouldn’t you know it—someone did hear him. Suddenly, from inside came a muffled voice: 'Actually, I am!' A regular baker appeared, rolling out dough and humming softly. The neighbor laughed nervously and walked away, never realizing he’d just been overheard by none other than Uncle Tetsu himself, who was taking a break upstairs.