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Experience the Refreshing Summer Sweets of Wako in Ginza

As the summer heat approaches, Wako Annex in Ginza prepares to unveil an enticing selection of sweets, the perfect gifts for the season. Renowned for its commitment to quality ingredients and traditional craftsmanship, Wako has consistently delighted customers with its offerings. This year, starting from May 15 (Thursday), they will introduce new summer delights as well as limited-time specials that capture the essence of the season.

New Summer Limited Edition: Coco Tropical

Price: ¥6,480 (tax included)
This exquisite dessert features a rich coconut mousse made with white chocolate, paired with refreshing diced mango, pineapple, and a zesty passion fruit cream. The dessert is beautifully layered with a juicy pineapple jelly on top, an elegant duckwaeze cake hidden inside, and a crisp sable base. Enjoying this dessert is a delightful textural journey that will uplift your summer spirits!
Note: This item is shipped frozen. Please allow 4 to 5 hours for thawing in the refrigerator before indulging.

New Summer Limited Edition: Premium Jelly (Two Varieties)

Price: ¥6,480 (tax included)
Experience the luxury of the “Queen of Grapes,” the Muscat of Alexandria from Okayama, presented in a vividly fruity jelly filled with whole grape chunks. The mango jelly encapsulates rich Indian Alfonso mango slices, complemented by a smooth puree of Miyazaki mangoes—an exceptional sensory delight.

New Summer Limited Edition: Drinkable Fruit Jelly

Price: ¥5,400 for 8 pieces / ¥3,780 for 5 pieces (tax included)
A refreshing addition to their summer lineup, this crushed jelly can be enjoyed as a drink, offering a refreshing and icy experience. Made with smooth white peaches, zesty Setouchi lemons enhanced with salt, Okayama yellow peaches, New Pione grapes, and Shine Muscats, all sourced from Okayama. These jellies boast a clean sweetness and a refreshing aftertaste, making them a perfect choice for scorching summer days.

New Product: Ginza Cookies

Price: ¥3,996 (tax included)
Each cookie tin beautifully features the iconic clock tower from Wako. Inside, find various meticulously crafted cookies, made with the finest butter and offering a fragrant indulgence. Each cookie celebrates the unique flavors and textures of its ingredients, including walnuts and figs, ensuring a delightful experience.

New Summer Limited Edition: Cake Fruits Ete

Price: ¥5,400 (tax included)
This seasonal pound cake boasts a light batter infused with lime that complements a bounty of fruits soaked in liquor, such as apricots, pineapples, oranges, and lemons. It is generously topped with fresh fruits, making it not only delicious but visually stunning—a perfect accompaniment for a relaxing summer afternoon.

New Summer Limited Edition: Sesame Soy Milk Pudding (6 pieces)

Price: ¥3,780 (tax included)
Crafted in the same manner as sesame tofu, this pudding is delightfully smooth and chewy. Infused with homemade sesame paste, it carries the rich flavor of roasted sesame, and soy milk adds a delightful aroma. Drizzling over with included sweet red bean paste and roasted soybean flour transforms it into an indulgent adult dessert. This pudding can be stored at room temperature, making it a convenient option as well.

Wako has more exciting summer gift selections available, with some products accessible through their online boutique.

Visit Wako Annex

Location: Wako Annex, 4-4-8 Ginza, Chuo City
(Just a short walk from Ginza Station, Exit B1 on Tokyo Metro)
Hours:
1st Floor - Cake & Chocolate Shop: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM (Until 7:00 PM on Sundays and holidays)
Basement - Gourmet Salon: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM (Until 7:00 PM on Sundays and holidays)
Closed: Open daily, except during New Year holidays.

For more information, visit the Wako website: Wako Official
Follow their gourmet Instagram: Gourmet Wako and regular updates on Wako Ginza and X Twitter.