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Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake Calories
Soft packaged sponge cake filled with banana cream; high in sugar and carbohydrates.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake (30 g) has 30 calories. That works out to 100 calories per 100 g. It contains 6 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
30
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
6g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.9g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 10% · Fat 23%
Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 30 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.9 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 1.74 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 54 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 40 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 60 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 90 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 120 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 240 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 480 g | 480 kcal |
Calculated from 100 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake
What is Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake?
Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake is a soft, individually wrapped Japanese sponge cake filled with banana-flavoured cream. It is best known as a Tokyo souvenir, rather than as a conventional banana loaf or a cake made for sharing.
Where can you buy Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake?
In Japan, Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake is commonly sold at major Tokyo train stations, airports and souvenir shops. Outside Japan, availability is more occasional, so check specialist Japanese-food retailers and confirm the package is sealed and within its date.
Why is Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake so popular?
Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake is popular as an easy-to-carry Tokyo gift: each cake is individually wrapped, has a recognizable design and combines soft sponge with a creamy banana centre. Its association with Tokyo also makes it a familiar souvenir for visitors.
Does Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake need to be refrigerated?
Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake generally does not need refrigeration before opening when its package says to store it at room temperature. Follow the storage directions on your specific box; chilling can firm up the filling and change the soft sponge’s texture.
Can you freeze Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake?
You can freeze Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake, but freezing and thawing may make the sponge or cream less soft. Check the package for the maker’s instructions, and freeze only if they allow it; individually wrapped portions are easier to handle.
What does Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake taste like?
Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake tastes mildly sweet, with a tender sponge and a smooth, banana-scented cream filling. Its texture is closer to a small cream-filled sponge than to a dense banana bread or a strongly flavoured banana cake.
Does Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake contain real banana?
The classic Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake is described as having banana cream made with banana purée. Ingredients can differ among varieties, so check the individual package if you need to know whether a particular flavour contains banana.
How is Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake made?
Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake is made by baking soft sponge into small cakes and filling them with banana-flavoured cream. The cakes are then wrapped individually, which helps make them convenient to carry and give as souvenirs.
How should you eat Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake?
Eat Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake straight from its wrapper as a small snack or dessert. It is usually served at room temperature, though brief chilling can make the centre firmer; keep to the package’s storage guidance.
Are there different flavours of Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake?
Yes, Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake is sold in special flavours and designs in addition to the familiar banana-cream version. Availability can vary by shop and season, so treat limited-edition varieties as temporary rather than assuming they are always in stock.
Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.96µg · 3% DV
B5
0.14mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
2.4µg · 4% DV
Iodine
5.4µg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
22mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Sodium
54mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
28mg · 1% DV
Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake
To burn the 30 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake?
Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake is a Japanese packaged sweet associated with Tokyo: a soft sponge cake wrapped around a smooth banana-flavoured cream filling. It is widely recognised as a city souvenir, as well as a convenient little treat. The sponge is tender and airy, while the filling gives each bite a distinctly sweet, fruity taste.
In Japan, it is commonly enjoyed as a snack or with tea, rather than as a breakfast staple. For readers elsewhere, it works well as a small afternoon treat alongside unsweetened tea or coffee. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with comparatively little protein, so pairing it with something less sweet can balance the snack. If you prefer a lighter serving, enjoy one piece on its own instead of adding other sweets.
How Nutritious Is Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Tokyo Banana Sponge Cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.74g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.11g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.99g
Omega 6:3 ratio 46.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (46.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.