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#1 favorite with kids: "Caramel Banana" — fresh banana and rich caramel night ice cream

Published 2026.09.05 ・ Updated 2026.09.06 ・ Edited by our team · copy, details & photos supplied by the shop

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#1 favorite with kids: "Caramel Banana" — fresh banana and rich caramel night ice cream

Fresh bananas sourced daily paired with rich caramel and Hokkaido-original soft serve — the #1 favorite among kids at 21:00 Ice Chiba-Chūō Ekimae.

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Shop
21:00 Ice — Chiba-Chūō Ekimae
Nearest
About 1 min from the East Exit of Chiba-Chūō Station
Hours
2:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
Address
Bunkadō Bldg. 202, 2-23-7 Fujimi, Chuo-ku, Chiba 260-0015
Budget
¥500–1,000
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Looking for sweets or a late-night ice cream near Chiba-Chūō Station? "Caramel Banana" at 21:00 Ice Chiba-Chūō Ekimae is a flavor you'll want to try.

As a dedicated late-night ice cream shop open from 2:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., 21:00 Ice is a favorite stop after work, after school, on dates, at girls'-night-outs, and as a nightcap after drinks. Among all its flavors, Caramel Banana has earned the title of the #1 favorite among children, a real signature classic at the shop.

Here's a closer look at this satisfying cup, built around fresh banana sourced daily, rich melting caramel, and Hokkaido-original soft serve.

A classic combination banana and caramel fans love

The appeal of Caramel Banana is in how it brings together a combination everyone loves. Sweet, fully ripe banana meets a generous drizzle of rich caramel sauce, and paired with the milky soft serve, it comes together like a proper parfait from a specialty shop.

The bittersweet depth of the caramel and the gentle sweetness of the banana create a beautifully balanced flavor, loved by anyone with a sweet tooth and by a wide range of ages besides.

Fresh bananas sourced daily from the greengrocer

The commitment to great ingredients starts with how the banana is chosen. At 21:00 Ice Chiba-Chūō Ekimae, bananas are sourced fresh from the greengrocer every single day, so they're always served at peak freshness.

Because they're fresh rather than frozen, the texture stays juicy and the sweetness stays natural — something frozen banana simply can't replicate. Staff check each banana's condition daily, slice it carefully, and top it onto the soft serve at exactly the right moment, an attention to detail that shows in every bite.

Made with Hokkaido-original soft serve

The base soft serve is made from a "21:00 Ice" original mix, produced at a farm in Hokkaido. It has real richness from the Hokkaido milk, but finishes clean and light — a recipe developed specifically to bring out the best in rich caramel and sweet banana, so it stays satisfying to eat right up to the very last bite, even late at night.

A photogenic, eye-catching cup

Caramel Banana is also beloved for its looks. The bright yellow banana, glossy caramel sauce, and pure white soft serve create a beautiful contrast that photographs wonderfully.

On dates and girls'-night-outs, it's common to see people snap a photo before digging in — its cute presentation and generous portion also make it a popular treat-yourself pick.

Why it's the #1 favorite with kids

Among all the menu items, Caramel Banana is the single most popular choice with children. The gentle sweetness of banana and the familiar flavor of caramel make it easy for even young kids to enjoy, and it's a real hit with families visiting together.

Of course, it's just as popular with adults — many say things like "it's nostalgic, like a chocolate banana from a festival stand" or "the caramel is rich and I can't stop thinking about it," becoming loyal repeat customers. It's a genuinely all-ages favorite, loved by the whole family.

A comfortable spot from after-work drinks to solo visits

21:00 Ice Chiba-Chūō Ekimae isn't just about great sweets — the seating is part of the appeal too. The shop has 32 seats in total, 8 of them counter seats, so solo visitors can drop in easily to read, study, or work while they eat.

It's also a natural stop after a night out with friends, on a date, or with family — from early afternoon all the way to closing, there's a reason to visit at almost any hour.

Craving night ice cream in Chiba-Chūō? Choose "Caramel Banana"

Fresh banana sourced from the greengrocer every day, rich caramel, and Hokkaido-original soft serve — "Caramel Banana" lets you enjoy real ingredients in their simplest, most satisfying form, a favorite for banana lovers and caramel lovers of every age.

If you're near Chiba-Chūō Station looking for sweets or a late-night treat, stop by 21:00 Ice Chiba-Chūō Ekimae and enjoy this #1 kids' favorite for yourself.

Product Info

Name: Caramel Banana

Highlights

Shop Info

Name: 21:00 Ice — Chiba-Chūō Ekimae
Hours: 2:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
Seats: 32 (8 counter seats)
Access: about a 1-minute walk from Chiba-Chūō Station

This is a shop-introduction (tie-up) article, edited by our team from copy, details and photos supplied by the shop. Prices, serving times and opening information are as supplied by the shop; check the shop’s official channels for the latest.
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