Named in reference to Yuji Hirota, the bearded founder who first launched a small bakery in Osaka, Japan, in 1999, Beard Papa’s now boasts some 400 locations in 15 countries.

Back then, founder Yuji Hirota’s fluffy, custard-filled puffs only came in chocolate or vanilla. Today, there are 400 Beard Papa locations around the world, including two in Cupertino and San Mateo.

Castro Valley: A grand opening for cream puff favorite Beard Papa’s ... Back then, the puffs created by founder Yuji Hirota — the white-bearded icon — came in only chocolate or vanilla.

Cream puffs start at $3.75 for an original, plus minis starting at $2 each to $14 for a dozen, ... The face behind the Beard Papa’s logo is founder Yuji Hirota, ...

Yuri Hirota, the bearded baker whose cartoon image adorns Beard Papa’s walls and packaging, launched the concept in Osaka, Japan, in 1999. Today there are more than 400 stores spread across 15 ...

Just be careful; these cream puffs could easily become an addiction. BEARD PAPA’S 6601 Las Vegas Blvd. S. #J103, 7325 S. Rainbow Blvd. #110, 702-333-1730, beardpapas.com .

Beard Papa’s Japanese cream puff shop to open in Peachtree Corners. ... Japan, where Beard Papa worked, and in 1999, his grandson, Yuji Hirota, opened the first official Beard Papa’s.

Soy sauce isn't just for sushi anymore. At least, that's the thinking of one Japanese confectionary company that has invented the cream puff stuffed with soy sauce flavoured ice cream.

Back then, founder Yuji Hirota’s fluffy, custard-filled puffs only came in chocolate or vanilla. Today, there are 400 Beard Papa locations around the world, including two in Cupertino and San Mateo.

A popular Japanese dessert chain known for its light, flaky custard-filled cream puffs is making its North Carolina debut this month in Charlotte’s South End. Beard Papa’s, a cream puff chain ...