Feature: Captivating Chocolates to Brighten Your 2015 Valentine's Day Gallery
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January 27, 2015

Feature: Captivating Chocolates to Brighten Your 2015 Valentine's Day Gallery

<strong>Patissier es koyama</strong><br/>This year's theme for "Patissier es koyama" is "SENSE." A box that represents the culmination of bonbons created by owner chef Susumu Koyama, offering a exquisite balance of Japanese and Western flavors, such as chocolates with the delicate flavor of cherry leaves and the tartness of raspberry, and "Kogashi Shoyu" characterized by its layered flavors and inviting nutty aroma.0120-086-832
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<strong>Henri Le Roux</strong><br/>This year's theme is "Midwinter Vacation." A trio of bonbons offering a variety of flavors, rich in aroma, taste, and texture, such as coconut evoking tropical climes, passionate rose scents, and smooth ganache. This is a special box that will blow away the cold and bring sweet moments.
<strong>Le Chocolat De H</strong><br/>The new creation from "Le Chocolat De H" by Hiroyuki Yamaguchi, "UMAMI NOIR," which incorporates glutamic acid (umami), abundant in kombu dashi, and "OHAGI au sésame," reminiscent of sesame rice cakes, combining black sesame praline with nut oils. These bonbons offer a taste of the essence of Japanese cuisine.<br/><br/><strong>"C.C.C. DNA chocolat"</strong><br/>Price | 1901 yen<br/>Sales Period | On sale now<br/>Sales Location | Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs B2F<br/><br/>Le Chocolat De H<br/>2-21-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs B2F<br/>Tel. 03-5468-3167<br/>http://lcdhpb.jp
<strong>ESqUISSE</strong><br/>This year's bonbons, "Valchons," feature cacao from Chuao village in Venezuela and Criollo beans from Madagascar, deeply loved by chef-pâtissier Issei Narita. A new harmony can be enjoyed by carefully selecting and combining ingredients analyzed for their aromatic components, including simple bonbons sweetened only with Japanese honey, without added sugar.<br/><br/><strong>"Bonbon Chocolat"</strong><br/>Price | 5000 yen (10 pieces)<br/>Sales Period | Until February 14 (Sat)<br/>Sales Location | ESqUISSE<br/><br/>ESqUISSE<br/>Royal Crystal Ginza 9F, 5-4-6 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo<br/>Tel. 03-5537-5580<br/>http://www.esquissetokyo.com
<strong>Delrey</strong><br/>"Delrey," a long-established Belgian chocolatier known for its "diamond-shaped chocolates," is named after Antwerp, the diamond trading hub where its main store is located. In addition to its classic items, this year introduces four new flavors: pink diamond (milk) and line diamond (dark). Presented in a diamond box, their elegant appearance makes them perfect for gifts.<br/><br/><strong>"Delrey Diamond BOX"</strong><br/>Price | 1944 yen (3 pieces), 3564 yen (6 pieces), 5724 yen (10 pieces)<br/>Sales Period | Until February 14 (Sat)<br/>Sales Locations | Delrey Ginza Store, Delrey Omotesando Hills Store, various department stores nationwide<br/><br/>Delrey Japan Co., Ltd.<br/>Tel. 03-6435-9030<br/>http://www.delrey.co.jp/
<strong>Toraya</strong><br/>"Yokan au Chocolat" is a bite-sized yokan made with bitter chocolate and rum, coated in granulated sugar. This popular item, originally released in 2005 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Toraya Paris store, is now available in limited quantities in Japan for Valentine's Day. The rich chocolate flavor and yokan texture that spread in the mouth pair exceptionally well with coffee or spirits.<br/><br/><strong>"Yokan au Chocolat"</strong><br/>Price | 1512 yen<br/>*Please refer to the website for sales period and locations.<br/><br/>Toraya Akasaka Main Store<br/>4-9-22 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo<br/>Tel. 03-3408-4121 (Main)<br/>http://www.toraya-group.co.jp/main.html
<strong>Pierre Hermé Paris</strong><br/>Pierre Hermé, who says "Chocolate is one of my favorite ingredients," imbues his creations with a unique luster, mellowness, and aroma. His bonbons most directly convey this charm. This year, two new flavors have been introduced: "Paineyras," a ganache made from pure cacao from the Paineyras plantation in Brazil, and "Dolcezza," a ganache with Corsican maquis honey.<br/><br/><strong>"Bonbon Chocolat"</strong><br/>Price | 2160 yen (5 pieces), 3240 yen (8 pieces), 5400 yen (14 pieces)<br/>Sales Period | On sale now<br/>Sales Locations | Directly managed boutiques, online shop<br/><br/>Pierre Hermé Paris<br/>Tel. 03-5485-7766 (Aoyama Main Store)<br/>http://www.pierreherme.co.jp<br/>http://www.pierreherme.co.jp/onlineshopping/ (Online Shop)
<strong>BbyB</strong><br/>"BbyB," a chocolate brand by Bart Desmidt, chef of the two-Michelin-starred Belgian restaurant "Bartholomeus," opened its Ginza store just last November. The brand is characterized by unique ingredient combinations born from the chef's sensibility. The collection for Valentine's Day, aptly named "The Love Collection," offers 10 flavors, ranging from popular to innovative.<br/><br/><strong>"The Love Collection"</strong><br/>Price | 2808 yen<br/>Sales Period | Until February 14 (Sat) (*Limited quantity)<br/>Sales Locations | BbyB Ginza, BbyB Official Online Shop<br/><br/>BbyB Ginza<br/>3-4-5 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo<br/>Tel. 03-3566-3555<br/>http://bbyb.jp (Website)<br/>http://shop.bbyb.jp/ (Online Shop)
<strong>Hyatt Regency Tokyo</strong><br/>Using chocolate from Italy's Domori, favored by chocolatiers and pastry chefs worldwide, Pastry Chef Koichi Sato expresses the differences in aroma and taste based on cacao content and origin (Ecuador, Madagascar, etc.) through five macarons. Each offers a distinct character in sweetness, bitterness, acidity, and aroma, making it a perfect chocolate dessert for those who wish to explore the diverse expressions and profound world of chocolate.<br/><br/><strong>"5 Types of Chocolate Macarons"</strong><br/>Price | 1512 yen<br/>Sales Period | Until February 14 (Sat)<br/>Sales Location | Hyatt Regency Tokyo, Lobby Floor, 2F "Pastry Shop"<br/><br/>Hyatt Regency Tokyo<br/>2-7-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo<br/>Tel. 03-3348-1234 (Main) Pastry Shop
<strong>Palace Hotel Tokyo</strong><br/>The vibrantly colored "Crayon Corolles" are original chocolates designed to resemble colored pencils. The white chocolate shafts are adorned with traditional Japanese patterns, such as those found in Edo Chiyogami and kimonos, with delicate details even down to the tips. Presented in a box designed like a pencil case, these are playful creations.<br/><br/><strong>"Crayon Corolles"</strong><br/>Price | 3024 yen (5 pieces)<br/>Sales Period | February 1 (Sun) - February 14 (Sat) (*Limited to 300 sets)<br/>Sales Location | Palace Hotel Tokyo B1F Pastry Shop "Sweets & Deli"<br/><br/>Palace Hotel Tokyo Sweets & Deli<br/>1-1-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo<br/>Tel. 03-3211-5315<br/>http://www.palacehoteltokyo.com/restaurant/sweets_deli
<strong>Tokyo Marriott Hotel</strong><br/>This year's Valentine's selection theme is "Lady in Love."
"LOVE FETISH"
Price | 12,960 yen
Sales Period | February 1 (Sun) - February 14 (Sat) (*Reservation required 3 days in advance)
Pickup Location | Tokyo Marriott Hotel, 1F "Pastry & Bakery GGCo."
Reservation Method | Phone, or at "Pastry & Bakery GGCo." on the 1st floor

Tokyo Marriott Hotel
4-7-36 Kita-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
Tel. 03-5488-3929 (Pastry & Bakery GGCo.)
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<strong>The Westin Tokyo</strong><br/>Executive Pastry Chef Kazuo Suzuki's limited edition Valentine's items are chocolate motifs made with Cacao Barry chocolate, allowing you to enjoy the pure and rich cacao flavor. These charming creations include miniature robots, dinosaurs, teacups, and high heels that are sure to bring a smile. Sparkling decorations are also hidden inside each box.<br/><br/><strong>"Chocolate Motifs"</strong><br/>Price | 900 yen (small), 1380 yen (large)<br/>Sales Period | Until February 14 (Sat)<br/>Sales Location | The Westin Tokyo, 1F "The Westin Deli"<br/><br/><br/>The Westin Tokyo<br/>1-4-1 Mita, Meguro-ku, Tokyo<br/>Tel. 03-5423-7778 (The Westin Deli)<br/>http://www.westin-tokyo.co.jp
<strong>Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store</strong><br/>Produced by Naoki Miura, formerly of "BVLGARI Il Cioccolato," this is an original chocolate brand from the Okada Museum of Art. Featuring unique flavors like walnut x saikyo miso and matsutake mushroom x shochu, these chocolates, woven with carefully selected, flavorful Japanese ingredients, are works of art.<br/><br/>Okada Museum of Art Chocolate<br/><strong>"Bonbon Chocolat Selection"</strong><br/>Price | 2600 yen<br/>Sales Period | Until February 14 (Sat)<br/>Sales Location | Limited to Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store<br/><br/>Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store<br/>1-4-1 Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo<br/>Tel. 03-3241-3311 (Main)<br/>http://www.mitsukoshi.co.jp
<strong>Olivier Vidal</strong><br/>Olivier Vidal, a notable brand making its debut in Japan, is based in Auxerre, Burgundy, a region renowned for its wines and known as the "snail capital." Vidal's specialty is his generously sized, snail-shaped chocolates. The hazelnut and almond praline offers a melt-in-your-mouth smoothness.<br/><br/><strong>"Escargot (7 pieces)"</strong><br/>Price | 4860 yen<br/>Sales Period | <br/>Sales Location | Isetan Shinjuku Store, Main Building B1F = Ma Patisserie<br/><br/>Isetan Shinjuku Store<br/>3-14-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo<br/>Tel. 03-3352-1111 (Main)<br/>http://www.isetan.co.jp
<strong>Isetan Shinjuku Store</strong><br/>A selection box exclusively for Mitsukoshi Isetan, created by six chocolatiers who have earned the M.O.F. (Meilleur Ouvrier de France) title: Jean-Paul Hévin, Fabrice Gillotte, Arnaud Larher, and others. These are exquisite creations crafted with passion by world-class chocolatiers.<br/><br/>Jean-Paul Hévin, Fabrice Gillotte, Franck Kestener, Christian Camprini, Philippe Bernachon, Arnaud Larher<br/><strong>"Selection Box M.O.F."</strong><br/>Price | 3240 yen<br/>Sales Period | Until February 14 (Sat)<br/>Sales Location | Isetan Shinjuku Store, Main Building B1F = Ma Patisserie<br/><br/>Isetan Shinjuku Store<br/>3-14-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo<br/>Tel. 03-3352-1111 (Main)<br/>http://www.isetan.co.jp
<strong>Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store</strong><br/>"Tsunagu" (Connect), a Japanese blended whisky created by Mars Distillery exclusively for Mitsukoshi Isetan, and a cigar-shaped chocolate made with 59% Dominican cacao have been created by "JOHN KANAYA Azabu," a restaurant that weaves together dignity and hospitality, cuisine and space, tradition and innovation.<br/><br/>John Kanaya<br/><strong>"Cigar Chocolate Tsunagu"</strong><br/>Price | 4320 yen<br/>Sales Period | Until February 14 (Sat)<br/>Sales Location | Limited to Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store<br/><br/>Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store<br/>1-4-1 Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo<br/>Tel. 03-3241-3311 (Main)<br/>http://www.mitsukoshi.co.jp
<strong>BVLGARI Il Cioccolato</strong><br/>A special box of chocolates featuring the Valentine's Day classics "Lui" and "Lei," made with Pecorino cheese and cherries, now includes new flavors of Orange Blossom Honey & Lavender and Bergamot & Earl Grey. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted in the workshop on the 8th floor of the Bulgari Ginza Tower, offering delicate and profound flavors.<br/><br/><strong>"San Valentino 2015"</strong><br/>Price | 4500 yen (4 pieces)<br/>Price | 4500 yen (4 pieces)<br/>Sales Locations | BVLGARI Il Cioccolato, BVLGARI Il Caffè, Online Shop<br/><br/>BVLGARI Il Cioccolato<br/>10F, 2-7-12 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Bulgari Ginza Tower<br/>Tel. 03-6362-0510<br/><br/>BVLGARI Il Caffè<br/>5F, Hankyu Umeda Main Store, 8-7 Kakuda-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka<br/>Tel. 06-6313-1575<br/>http://www.bulgarihotels.com/ja-JP/<br/>http://gourmet.bulgari.com/shop/ (Online Shop)
<strong>Hyatt Regency Tokyo</strong><br/>Pastry & Bakery Chef Koichi Sato, specializing in macarons and chocolates, uses Italian Domori chocolate to express the differences in aroma and taste based on cacao content and origin through five macarons. Each offers a distinct character in sweetness, bitterness, acidity, and aroma, making it a perfect chocolate dessert for those who wish to explore the diverse expressions and profound world of chocolate.<br/><br/><strong>"5 Types of Chocolate Macarons"</strong><br/>Price | 1512 yen<br/>Sales Period | Until March 14 (Sat)<br/>Sales Location | Hyatt Regency Tokyo, Lobby Floor, 2F "Pastry Shop"<br/><br/>Hyatt Regency Tokyo Pastry Shop<br/>2-7-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo<br/>Tel. 03-3348-1234 (Main)<br/>http://www.hyattregencytokyo.com/restaurant/pastryshop/
<strong>Henri Le Roux</strong><br/>The theme for chocolatier-caramélier "Henri Le Roux" this year is "Midwinter Vacation." This limited-edition Valentine's assortment of bonbons offers a variety of flavors, rich in aroma, taste, and texture, such as coconut evoking tropical climes, passionate rose scents, and smooth ganache. It's designed to blow away the cold and bring sweet moments.<br/><br/><strong>"Coffret Biz"</strong><br/>Price | 1512 yen (4 pieces)<br/><strong>"Coffret Amour"</strong><br/>Price | 2916 yen (8 pieces)<br/><strong>"Coffret Ensemble"</strong><br/>Price | 3996 yen (11 pieces)<br/>Sales Period | Scheduled until February 14 (Sat)<br/>Sales Locations | Directly managed boutiques, various department store event spaces<br/><br/>Henri Le Roux<br/>Customer Service Center 0120-033-340<br/>http://www.henri-leroux.com
<strong>BVLGARI Il Cioccolato</strong><br/>A special box of chocolates featuring the Valentine's Day classics "Lui & Lei" (He & She), made with Pecorino cheese and cherries, now includes new flavors of Orange Blossom Honey & Lavender and Bergamot & Earl Grey. These delicate and profound chocolates are meticulously handcrafted one by one in the workshop on the 8th floor of the Bulgari Ginza Tower. Available from January 31st (reservations accepted).<br/><br/><strong>"San Valentino 2015"</strong><br/>Price | 4500 yen (4 pieces)<br/>Sales Period | On sale from January 31 (Sat) (*Reservations accepted)<br/>Sales Locations | BVLGARI Il Cioccolato, BVLGARI Il Caffè, Il Cioccolato Matsuya Ginza, Online Shop<br/><br/>BVLGARI Il Cioccolato<br/>10F, 2-7-12 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Bulgari Ginza Tower<br/>Tel. 03-6362-0510<br/><br/>BVLGARI Il Caffè<br/>5F, Hankyu Umeda Main Store, 8-7 Kakuda-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka<br/>Tel. 06-6313-1575<br/>http://www.bulgarihotels.com/ja-JP/ (Website)<br/>http://gourmet.bulgari.com/shop/ (Online Shop)

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