The Grand Opening of Alain Ducasse Chocolat: A Sweet Addition to Kyushu

Alain Ducasse Chocolat Paris, the renowned chocolate specialty store founded by celebrated French chef Alain Ducasse, will inaugurate its first boutique in Kyushu at Iwataya Main Store on September 16, 2026. This boutique marks the seventh location in Japan and promises to bring the rich traditions of French chocolatiering to the region.

The newly opened boutique will also feature a sister brand, Alain Ducasse Biscuit Paris, providing a delightful array of biscuits alongside the exquisite chocolates. The items will be crafted using traditional methods, showcasing masterful artisanal chocolate alongside high-quality biscuits baked with a chef's touch.

To celebrate this grand opening, the store will offer special chocolate and limited-edition cookies featuring Amaou strawberries, a premium local product from Fukuoka. This highlights the boutique’s commitment to integrating local flavors into its offerings. Additionally, an eat-in space will allow visitors to relish soft-serve ice cream in three unique flavors right on the premises.

Exclusive Products at Alain Ducasse Chocolat Iwataya

Among the exclusive offerings is the Bonbon Chocolat Deguevelle, a six-piece assortment crafted specifically for the Iwataya store. This limited-edition collection includes a unique flavor called Fraise Verveine, which marries the premium Amaou strawberry with the refreshing aroma of verveine (lemon verbena). Each bite unfolds a delightful blend of the strawberry’s gentle sweetness and the invigorating freshness of verveine. The six-piece assortment consists of:

- Chocolat Noir (75% cacao)
- Chocolat Au Lait (40% cacao)
- Two variations of Ganache Origine (Madagascar and Peru)
- Two types of Praliné à l'Ancienne from the Tokyo workshop, characterized by its delightful texture.

Product Details:

- Name: Bonbon Chocolat Deguevelle (6 pieces)
- Price: ¥3,996 (tax included)
- Release Date: September 16, 2026 (quantity limited)

Other Offerings at Alain Ducasse Chocolat

Additional products include:

- Deguevelle Assortment 15 pieces (12 varieties) at ¥7,776 (tax included)
- Mendiant Noir 75% with almonds/fig/orange confit at ¥4,536 (tax included)
- Gâteau de Voyage 5 pieces at ¥2,700 (tax included)
- Chocolate Macarons 3 pieces (raspberry/passion fruit/thai) at ¥3,456 (tax included)

Exclusive Items from Alain Ducasse Biscuit Paris

To commemorate the opening, a limited number of cookie assortments featuring Chocolat and Biscuit will be available. The cookies are crafted with rich butter from the Loire region and come infused with the signature chocolates of Alain Ducasse Chocolat Paris, along with select Italian pistachios, hazelnuts, and juicy orange confit sourced from Corsica.

Product Highlights:

- Cookie Assortment (8 pieces) (4 varieties)
- Price: ¥6,480 (tax included)
- Release Date: September 16, 2026 (quantity limited)

Featured Cookies Include:

- Hazelnut Caramelized Chocolate Cookie
- Orange Confit and 75% Cacao Chocolate Cookie
- Caramelized Pistachio Chocolate Cookie
- Pecan, Almond, and Coconut Chocolate Cookie

Soft Serve Ice Cream Experience

The eat-in space will also feature soft-serve ice cream available in three flavors:
1. Pure cocoa flavor, highlighting a fruity essence made without dairy for an authentic cacao taste.
2. Butter-flavored “Puré Beurre,” mixed with a smooth chocolate blossom and chocolate cookie.
3. A delightful blend featuring rich butter cookies topped with crunchy hazelnut bits.

Ice Cream Pricing:

- In-store: Each for ¥1,210 / Takeout: Each for ¥1,188 (tax included)

Boutique Overview

- Store Name: Alain Ducasse Chocolat Paris / Alain Ducasse Biscuit Paris at Iwataya Main Store
- Address: 〒810-8680 Fukuoka, Chuo-ku, Tenjin 2-5-35, Iwataya Main Store B2
- Phone: 03-5614-5313
- Opening Date: September 16, 2026
- Seating Capacity: 4 seats

Chef Alain Ducasse Profile

Alain Ducasse was born in 1956 in the Landes region of France and displayed a passion for flavors from an early age in a farm environment. He stepped into the culinary world at age 16, gaining invaluable experience at renowned establishments. By 1988, he became the executive chef at the prestigious Hôtel de Paris in Monaco and made history by earning three Michelin stars at the age of 33. His career has been distinguished by multiple three-star accomplishments and continues to influence the culinary world globally.

For more details about the boutique and products, visit the official website or follow them on Instagram.