Lien 1928, a patisserie loated in Hotel Gajoen Tokyo―which is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year―is now selling a new folded paper crane chocolate.
The product was released on September 1 and is the next chocolate released by patisserie chef Takeya Shouno serving as a follow up to their previously released temari ball chocolates.
The hotel is offering two different products: the Folded Crane Chocolate & Ceiling Painting Chocolate Set and the Meoto Folded Crane Chocolate. The paper crane is made of dark chocolate and looks so much like a paper crane you wouldn’t think it’s chocolate.
Pastry chef Shouno was inspired to make the chocolate to welcome to coming new era of Japan as next year the emperor will abdicate, meaning the Heisei Period will come to a close. He used the flax-leaf pattern to represent customers at Hotel Gajoen Tokyo. It took him one year of trial and error to get the design perfect and paper thin.
The chocolate cranes are also sat atop a white chocolate stage and sat before a white chocolate folding screen. The stage is also made with white sesame seeds, sesame oil and soybean to create a rich and sweet flavour and fragrance.
If you’re looking for a fancy Japanese souvenir then what better than chocolate paper cranes?
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Folded Crane Chocolate & Ceiling Painting Chocolate Set
Price: ¥3,500 (Pre-Tax)
Includes: 1 chocolate folded paper crane and 3 ceiling painting chocolates
*Eat within 3 weeks of opening
Meoto Folded Crane Chocolate
Price: ¥3,700 (Pre-Tax)
Includes: 2 chocolate folded paper cranes
*Eat within 1 month of opening
PATISSERIE – “Lien 1928”
Address: 1F Hotel Gajoen Tokyo, 1-8-1 Shimomeguro, Meguro, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 10:00am-8:00pm
Enquiries: 03-5434-5230
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Hotel Gajoen Tokyo is a gorgeous comprehensive hotel and museum which rebranded itself in April 2017 and is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year.
The establishment has prepared a special selection of two delicious gifts which are sold at the hotel's patisserie Lien 1928 and have been officially recognised by Secretary of Dining which is managed by Gurunavi.
The first treat is the Chikurin ('bamboo thicket') chocolates made to look like decorative ceiling paintings. These are popular chocolates made by pastry chef Takeya Shono which are served at the hotel's patisserie Lien 1928 on the first floor where they sell sweets and other foods.
Ever since it was established in 1928, it has recreated decorative ceiling art found at Japanese museums and also in hotels, as well as intricate designs and patterns seen in Japanese paintings.
The second gift snack is baked and is called Iro-Dori. It includes three popular powdered cakes which have been made with hard-to-get premium matcha from Ome in Tokyo. It also includes a variety of baked biscuits and other sweets.
This selection of snacks is a showcase by Secretary of Dining, one of Japan's biggest secretary service support sites managed by Gurunavi. Their products have received much praise especially amongst secretaries as their gift snacks cater towards the business scene.
Lien 1928 offers unique sweets inspired by the beauty of Japan. Why not pick some up yourself?
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Hotel Gajoen Tokyo
Address: 1-8-1 Shimomeguro, Meguro, Tokyo
TEL: 03-3491-4111
"Secretary of Dining" Officially Recognised 2018 Gift Snack Collection
Chikurin Decorative Ceiling Chocolates
Quantity: 5
Price: ¥2,376 (Tax-Included)
Iro-Dori Baked Snacks
Price: ¥3,240 (Tax-Included)
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A new patisserie by the name of "Lien 1928" will be opening in Hotel Gajoen Tokyo on September 1st. The name "Lien" originates from the French word "Lien" to mean "bond" and "connect" and the "1928" signifies the date at which Gaojen was established.
The patisserie will house chocolate delicacies made by pastry chef Takeya Shouno, as well as a host of other luxurious, hotel original treats
The hotel is going into its 90th anniversary, and since it's a place that upholds many festivals and celebrations, they are introduction a line of delectable goodies intended as a gift for that special someone.
The line-up features a long list of delicious treats that you can only find at the hotel, including chocolate bon bons created around the design of the hotel's gorgeous ceiling painting, temari ball shaped chocolates that were sold as limited edition Valentines Day gifts, and more. They also offer the standard pound cake and a range of baked sweets which are perfect as gifts.
The elegant patisserie is designed using 'kumiko,' a traditional Japanese style of woodwork, and boasts a wide range of sumptuous original sweets for you to enjoy either for yourself or as a gift to someone dear to you.
It overflows with the kind of traditional Japaneseness you want to be surrounded by, so be sure to head on over to check our their collection of treats you can only find there.
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Patisserie "Lien 1928" (栞杏1928)
Address: Hotel Gajoen Tokyo 1F, 1-8-1 Shitameguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
Open: 10am-8pm
Enquiries: Restaurant Desk
TEL: 050-3188-7570 Service Hours: 9am-8pm
Patisserie "Lien 1928"
TEL: 03-5434-5230 *Available from September 1st
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Winter Tour: Hyakudan Kaidan 2022
~Architecture, Beauty, and Tales of Tradition~Running: December 3 – December 25, 2022
Hours: 12:30 – 18:00 (Last entry at 17:30)
Venue: Hyakudan Kaidan (Hundred Stairs)
Tangible Cultural Property of Tokyo, Hotel Gajoen Tokyo
Details: https://www.hotelgajoen-tokyo.com/100event/tour2022 -
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Halloween Poison Apple Guests will be able to snag the Halloween Mont Blanc and Halloween Poison Apple cakes, available for ¥580 each including tax. The Mont Blanc is filled with pumpkin custard and Chantilly cream. The Poison Apple is a sweet and sour cake featuring a blend of chocolate mousse covered in red glaze and applesauce with apple pulp. Which of these two adorable cakes would you like to enjoy this autumn? Information
ANNA’S by Landtmann Halloween Cakes
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Running: November 1 – December 31, 2022
Venue: Keio Plaza Hotel’s Jurin Restaurant
Price: ¥5,500 (Adults) / ¥3,000 (Children 4-12) *Children under 3 free
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Drink Menu Drink Order Bonus: Original Coaster (8 varieties) At the buffet, guests can enjoy luxurious dishes inspired by characters from the sword-centered game and anime series. The desserts blend Japanese and Western cuisine, and special cocktails will be available during the first phase, each coming with a special coaster as a bonus! In addition, original goods will be on sale at the venue, so don't miss it! Information
Touken Ranbu ONLINE Special Buffet ~Black & White~
Running: October 21 – November 30, 2022
Reservation Start Dates and Times:
Lottery Opens: September 16, 12:00~
General Reservations Open: October 6, 12:00~
*Lottery reservations and general reservations will be open
for the first and second runs.*Please see the official website for the full reservation schedule.
Venue: Hilton Tokyo Odaiba 2F Restaurant, Grillogy Bar and Grill
*Reservations required
Tickets/Details: https://odaiba.site/
Online Shop: https://touken-yorozuya.com/
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Halloween Frankenstein Halloween Cat
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Halloween Fair
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Reservations: 045-221-1111 (Representatives available 11:00-20:00)