Some trends just never stop trending. A few months ago, Japanese cheese tarts were all the rage as outlets sprouted up everywhere conjuring long lines of Malaysians looking to get their cheeses worth.

The decadent tarts balanced textures perfectly with their crunchy exteriors holding in the rich and milky cheese centres that made even the lactose intolerant hazard a bite.

But for a moment, it seemed the fire for the cheesy morsels of delight was dying out, until the new opening of a Japanese based cheese tart bakery, earlier this week sent Malaysians raging back into queues to get their pound of cheese.

So in honour of the fad that just won’t go away – to the detriment of our waistlines – here are 5 Japanese cheese tart outlets you should try and retry and retry again to keep the trend alive.

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Hokkaido Cheese Tarts

Despite its Japanese name, Hokkaido cheese tarts aren’t Japanese at all. With almost 30 outlets across the country, this venture by Malaysian brand Secret Recipe is probably the most prominent one on the list. While we believe every outlet serves the exact same cheese tart, one would have to try them all to be sure. Visit them on Facebook to begin you cheese tart odyssey.

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Tokyo Secret

Another brand that screams “Japan” but is actually from Hong Kong. With only four outlets nationwide, and 3 of them in the Klang Valley, Tokyo Secret may be the underdog to Hokkaido cheese tarts, but don’t let that get in your way of indulging in a tart or two. Head to their Facebook page to discover the secret of why we can’t stop eating their cheese tarts.

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Pablo Cheese Tarts

Oddly enough, despite the Hispanic name, Pablo is actually Japanese. Famous for their extra large cheese tarts that resemble pies, the Pablo outlet in 1Utama attracted large crowds of people for its opening, earlier this week. While you may feel tempted to conquer one of their big tarts on your own, we suggest you take two (or three) friends along. Learn more on Facebook. 

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Uncle Tetsu Cheesecakes

Another thing the Japanese have perfected -- cheesecakes. Uncle Tetsu has applied their considerable skill in making cheesecakes to the equally delicate cheese tart. The end result is a multi-flavoured creamy tart that ticks all of the boxes. Visit any one of their 12 outlets across Malaysia to have a taste, but be warned, you may be leaving with a cheesecake too. Here’s their Facebook.

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John King

On the other end of the scales, John King is better known for its traditional egg tarts, but is now also applying its expertise to ooey gooey Japanese cheese tarts. But not content with just filling premium, imported cheese into its buttery crusts, the tart maker has taken to creating new flavour combinations, like the salted egg and cheese tart. Learn more on Facebook.

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