Father's Day Special: A Luxurious Treat for Coffee Lovers
As Father's Day approaches, a standout addition to celebratory gifts awaits from Minimal – Bean to Bar Chocolate. Starting June 1, 2026, the innovative chocolate shop based in Shibuya, Tokyo, will reintroduce its coffee-infused chocolate cake, specifically crafted for dads who appreciate quality coffee.
Reviving a Fan Favorite
Originally launched during the White Day season, the coffee gateau chocolat is making a comeback just in time for Father's Day. This isn't just any dessert; it's a sophisticated treat designed to delight coffee connoisseurs. By leveraging the unique character of ONIBUS COFFEE's "STEP BLEND," the cake perfectly balances rich coffee flavors with the creamy sweetness of white chocolate for a truly adult dessert experience.
Imagine indulging in this elegant gâteau where every bite reveals a harmonious blend of coffee essence and subtle sweetness, providing a luxurious mouthfeel. The combination creates not just a taste sensation, but a delightful aromatic experience that captivates the senses.
Four-Layered Bliss
The highlight of this special cake lies in its four-layered structure crafted with both espresso and ground coffee. Each of the four layers incorporates coffee, allowing for a complex and layered flavor profile. The airy mousse made with espresso brings a lightness that melts in your mouth, releasing a burst of coffee aroma that lingers beautifully. Meanwhile, the chocolate base is enriched with coffee powder to ensure an all-around satisfying coffee experience, making it not just a light dessert but a rich indulgence.
A Touch of High Cocoa Chocolate
To enhance the core theme of coffee and chocolate, Minimal utilizes a high-cocoa chocolate (80% cacao) mixed with additional coffee powder for the chocolate cream layer. This choice not only adds depth and complexity but also serves as an essential counterbalance to the sweetness of white chocolate, creating a perfect equilibrium that heightens the overall enjoyment of the cake.
Availability and Pricing
This delicious father’s day special is priced at ¥3,990 (tax included) and will be available at various Minimal outlets starting June 1, 2026. Below are the details of availability:
- - Minimial Main Shop (富ヶ谷本店), Yoyogi Uehara (代々木上原店), Azabudai Hills (麻布台ヒルズ店), and Sengawa (仙川店): From June 1, 2026.
- - Online Store: Starting June 2, 2026.
- - Soshigaya-Okurayama (祖師ヶ谷大蔵店): June 3, 2026.
(Note: Availability is limited until sold out.)
About Minimal
Minimal is recognized for its exceptional craftsmanship in chocolate production, where each artisan hand-selects high-quality cacao beans from around the world. With a philosophy that emphasizes simplicity and high-quality ingredients, Minimal chocolate and sweets are born out of innovation and traditional techniques honed at renowned restaurants and patisseries.
The company has been actively involved in sustainable practices within the cacao industry, including directly supporting cacao farmers through education and fair trading initiatives. In 2019, Minimal also conducted cacao-related research in Nicaragua as part of a JICA project, further solidifying its commitment to quality and ethical sourcing.
Visit Minimal
Minimal offers a cozy cafe space where visitors can enjoy exquisite coffee, delicious chocolates, and sweets including parfaits. Here are the locations:
- - Minimal Main Shop: 2-1-9 Tomigaya, Shibuya, Tokyo.
- Access: 6 minutes walk from Yoyogi Hachiman Station (小田急線) or Yoyogi Park Station (東京メトロ 千代田線).
- Hours: 11:30 AM - 7 PM (last order at 6:30 PM), open daily.
- - Minimal The Baking, Yoyogi Uehara: 1-34-5 Kamiyama-cho, Shibuya, Tokyo.
- Access: 2 minutes walk from Yoyogi Uehara Station.
- Hours: 11 AM - 7 PM, open daily.
- - Patisserie Minimal, Soshigaya-Okurayama: 8-8-24 Kinuta, Setagaya, Tokyo.
- Access: 3 minutes walk from Soshigaya-Okurayama Station.
- Hours: 10 AM - 6 PM, irregular holidays.
- - Minimal The Specialty, Azabudai Hills: 5-8-1 Toranomon, Tokyo.
- Hours: 11 AM - 7 PM, open daily.
- Direct access from Kamiyacho Station.
- - Minimal The Edition, Sengawa: 3-1-17 Senkawa, Chofu, Tokyo.
- Access: 2 minutes walk from Sengawa Station.
- Hours: 11 AM - 7 PM, open daily.
Company Overview
Name: βace Co., Ltd.
CEO: Takashi Yamashita
Location: 2-1-9 Tomigaya, Shibuya, Tokyo.
Employees: 40 (including part-time workers)
Business: Production and sale of chocolate specialty products, and operation of "Minimal - Bean to Bar Chocolate-."
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