From Morinaga & Co.'s "Darth" brand, "Darth [Kaoru Uji Matcha]" using Uji Matcha from Kyuemon Ito, Uji, Kyoto is now available in limited quantities. It will be released in advance on April 27th at 7-ELEVEN stores nationwide (excluding some stores). The price is 238 yen (tax included).

"Darth [Kaoru Uji Matcha]" is the first collaboration between Morinaga & Co.'s "Darth" and Itohkyuemon. This is a limited-time product that uses Uji matcha carefully selected by Itohkyuemon for the "dozen", which is characterized by its melting in the mouth and the transition of taste. With chocolate mixed with Uji matcha in the center. It looks like ordinary chocolate, but a bright green color appears from the cross section.


This collaboration sweets was supervised by Grand Chef Takato Yoshimoto, who produces "Uji Confectionery Studio" by Itoh-Kyuemon. After a 10-year career at a long-established hotel, studied abroad in France. After training at a major confectionery store, he joined Itohkyuemon. Currently, I am involved in the development of teahouse menus and "Uji Confectionery Studio" sweets. Winner of the 2014 BUKO Cream Cheese Contest. Winner of the 2015 Noel Arida Sweets Contest. Many other awards.