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A Sweet Celebration at Ufu.fes 2025

The annual ufu.fes (Ufu Festival) is set to showcase a delightful selection of desserts that highlight the creativity of emerging pastry chefs. This year, the festival is themed around "Baked Sweets and Parfaits," with a special collaboration between Nakayamabase and local fruit artisans from Miyashita Fruit Garden. These unique culinary creations will be available at the Ginza Mitsukoshi department store in Tokyo, specifically on the 7th floor, and promises to be a visual and gastronomic delight.

A Unique Collaboration

The Nakayamabase x Miyashita Fruit Garden collaboration features an exciting new offering: crepes thoughtfully crafted to capture the essence of flavors, textures, and stories. The crepes are structured around a four-part sequence known as "Kishotenketsu," which conveys a narrative through taste. This year, three signature creations will be highlighted:

1. Jonagold Tart Tatin Crepe

This creation takes the beloved Tart Tatin and breaks it down into its components while using the whole Jonagold apple, renowned for its vibrant color and flavor. The crepe features a luscious ruby-hued extract derived from slow-braised apple peels and caramelized fruit, carefully baked to enhance the apple's acidity and roastiness.

2. Jonagold Spiced Iced Tea

An irresistible iced tea made with pure Jonagold apple juice from Miyashita Fruit Garden, blended with a home-made dry spice mixture. This refreshing drink complements the Jonagold Tart Tatin crepe beautifully, creating a perfect pairing full of rich flavor.

3. Shine Muscat Earl Grey

This exquisite crepe combines ripe, fresh Shine Muscat grapes with the fragrant notes of Earl Grey tea. As you savor each bite, the flavor transforms, showcasing the beauty of autumn in every mouthful.

The Enigmatic Miyashita Fruit Garden

Miyashita Naoya, the mastermind behind Miyashita Fruit Garden, aims to harvest apples that exceed standard expectations. While the usual window for harvesting Jonagold apples is late September to early October, Naoya allows his apples to mature for over two weeks longer on the tree to enhance their flavor uniqueness. This exceptional care offers an unparalleled experience that fruit lovers crave.

His dedication is reflected in the exceptional quality of the apples, described as juicy like honeyed ripe plums, accentuated by a robust acidity and intense flavor. As a result, pastry chefs and culinary enthusiasts flock to Miyashita Fruit Garden to source the finest Jonagold apples available.

Shine Muscat, an Unexpected Star

Recently, the Shine Muscat grape has become more accessible, yet its production often prioritizes yield over quality. Naoya's unorthodox approach, rooted in his apple farming experience, has led to a method that allows these grapes to remain on the vine for an extended period to reach their full potential. The result is a luxurious grape experience that offers a distinctive aroma and sweetness unmatched anywhere.

Ufu.fes 2025: A Celebration of Innovation

Set to launch in late October 2025, Ufu.fes 2025 will feature several segments over 11 days, expanding its celebration of desserts and culinary artistry. This year’s festival promises to showcase a variety of baked goods and parfaits, each produced with passion and expertise by talented artisans.

The main theme of the event is "Baked Sweets and Parfaits," inviting attendees to indulge in fresh baked goods and beautifully crafted parfaits. Additionally, a secondary theme emphasizes the importance of "supporting favorites," featuring collaborations with popular characters, idols, makeup artists, and YouTubers that enhance the overall festive experience.

With greater accessibility to exceptional desserts, participants can look forward to nine days filled with delicious flavors and joyful moments at the heart of Tokyo.

Event Details

• - Name: Ufu.fes 2025 - "Ufu Presents Baked Sweets and Parfaits" Exhibition
• - Date: October 22, 2025 - October 30, 2025
• - Venue: Ginza Mitsukoshi New Building, 7th Floor
• - Admission Fee: Free
• - Operating Hours: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Closure at 6:00 PM on the final day)
• - Address: 104-8212 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza 4-6-16

Join us for this exciting festival that brings together top-notch ingredients, innovative pastry creations, and an overall atmosphere of joy. Ufu.fes 2025 promises to be a sweet escape for all dessert enthusiasts!