Pâtisserie Sadaharu Aoki Paris will be selling 11 types of chestnut sweets, including four new varieties, at its five directly managed stores in Japan from August 21st.


New sweets making full use of European and Japanese chestnuts

This year's new chestnut sweets include a kouign amann and ice cream made with European chestnuts, and a tart and macaron made with Japanese chestnuts, which are rarely used in French pastries. "Kouign Marron" combines the delicious butter and caramel flavor of kouign amann, a traditional pastry from the Brittany region of France, with a paste that captures the sticky texture and rich flavor of European chestnuts. The marriage of the three ingredients, butter, caramel and chestnut, which go well together, is a delicious treat that is only possible in autumn. When we think of "chestnuts" in French pastries, we think of European chestnuts (marrons), but Aoki, who specializes in French pastries that incorporate Japanese ingredients using the sensibilities of a Japanese pastry chef, also makes noteworthy "Tarte Wagri Matcha" and "Macaron Wagri," which use Japanese chestnuts. Both are delicious as French pastries because the "dough" of tarts and macarons, which are the foundation of French pastries, is well-made. They are masterpieces that are full of Aoki's individuality.

Product Overview


【New Arrival】Kouign Marron 648 yen (tax included)
A luxurious delicacy that combines kouign aman, a traditional pastry from the Brittany region of France, with chestnuts. The mellow aroma of French fermented butter, the rich taste of caramel, and the rich flavor of chestnuts come together to create a delicious trinity. One of the charms is the contrast between the crispy exterior and the texture of the chestnut paste hidden inside. This is an autumn delicacy that you can only find at Isetan Shinjuku.
[Sales period] September 9th to September 22nd (planned) *On sale from 1pm each day
[Retail location] Isetan Shinjuku Store



[New product] Tarte Wagli Matcha 918 yen (tax included)
The new "Tarte Wagli Matcha" is a flaky tart crust filled with plenty of Japanese chestnut cream and layered with matcha cream. The star of this tart is the Japanese chestnut cream, made using a special manufacturing method. The cream has a soft, fluffy texture that allows you to enjoy the natural flavor of the ingredients, and the gentle taste of matcha and the light texture of the tart create an exquisite marriage.
[Sales period] October 1st to the end of November (planned)
[Sales location] JR Nagoya Takashimaya Store



[New product] Waguri macaron 324 yen (tax included)
A new flavor, "Japanese chestnut," has been added to Aoki's specialty "macaron." The cream, which features Japanese chestnut and butter, is simple in flavor, which brings out the deliciousness of the Japanese chestnut to the fullest.
[Sales period] August 21st to the end of November (planned)
[Retail locations] All 5 directly managed stores in Japan



[New product] Glace Marron Cassis 562 yen (tax included)
A new flavor that expresses the combination of chestnut and cassis, which is also used in Aoki-style Mont Blanc's "Marron Fruit Rouge," in the form of ice cream. The perfectly matched sweetness of chestnut and the pleasant acidity of cassis are topped off with the scent of vanille.
[Sales period] October 1st to the end of January 2021 (planned)
[Retail location] Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs Toyoko Noren-gai store



Marron Fruits Rouge 896 yen (tax included)
Our autumn specialty, Marron Fruits Rouge, is back this year. Aoki has also created a stylish rectangular Mont Blanc. The combination of chestnut, which has an exquisite balance of sweet and sour, and blackcurrant and raspberry is a marriage favored by Parisians.
[Sales period] August 21st to the end of November (planned)
[Retail locations] All 5 directly managed stores in Japan



Cake au Marron 1,188 yen (tax included)
A moist, autumn-only cake made with plenty of chestnut paste and confit. A luxurious delicacy with a crisp sugared texture, a moist dough, and a soft aroma of rum.
[Sales period] August 21st to the end of November (planned)
[Retail locations] All 5 directly managed stores in Japan



Marron Valcarolle 594 yen (tax included)
This marron glacé is made from large chestnuts grown in the Naples region of Italy, each carefully coated in sugar. The rich, luxurious flavor that only large chestnuts can produce goes perfectly with alcohol such as cognac. It will create an exceptional moment.
[Sales period] August 21st to the end of December (planned)
[Sales locations] All 5 directly managed stores in Japan



Fondant aux Marrons 432 yen (tax included)
"Fondant aux Marrons," where the gentle flavor of Japanese chestnuts fills your mouth, is a classic autumn baked confectionery that is popular every year. Baked without using wheat flour, it is made with white bean paste and honey, resulting in a texture that melts in your mouth.
[Sales period] August 21st to early January 2021
[Retail locations] All 5 directly managed stores in Japan



Fondant au Marron Matcha 432 yen (tax included)
Fondant au Marron tightly seals in the deliciousness of Japanese chestnuts, with the addition of the elegant bitterness of matcha, creating a rich and flavorful taste. The assortment, including Fondant au Marron, makes a great gift for someone special.
[Sales period] August 21st to early January 2021
[Sales locations] All 5 directly managed stores in Japan



Financier Marron 291 yen (tax included)
A seasonal financier with a rich flavor from burnt butter and chestnuts. With one bite, the fragrant flavor of butter and chestnuts spreads throughout your mouth, and the French rum adds a deep taste.
[Sales period] August 21st to the end of November (planned)
[Retail locations] All 5 directly managed stores in Japan



Glass Caramel Chestnut Rum 572 yen (tax included)
A grown-up flavour with caramel ice cream added to chestnut confit and a hint of rum. The rich flavours of caramel and rum complement each other, complemented by the soft texture of large pieces of chestnut.
[Sales period] August 21st to late November (Marunouchi store only until mid-November)
[Sales locations] Marunouchi store, Tokyo Midtown store, Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs Toyoko Norengai store

*All photos are for illustrative purposes only. The actual decorations may differ from those in the photos as they are all handmade.
*The design, specifications, sales price, sales period and sales locations may change without notice. Thank you for your understanding.

About Sadaharu Aoki


Based in Paris, Sadaharu Aoki is one of the most talked-about pastry chefs in the world today. He has a history of receiving various awards, including the Best Pastry Chef of France and the Paris City Hall Prize. In 2018, they won the highest award for the fifth consecutive year and an award for the eighth consecutive year at the C.C.C. chocolate competition. They currently have five stores in Paris and five in Japan. Their motto is "to bring joy to people through sweets."

Won the Culinary Master Award and the Paris City Hall Award.
Received an Award at the C.C.C. chocolate competition.
In 2012, they were selected as one of France's top five chocolatiers and top 10 pastry chefs.
In 2018, they won the highest award for the fifth consecutive year and an award for the eighth consecutive year at the French chocolate lovers' club competition.



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