Beyond Sushi: Experience Unique "Japanese Cakes" at Toyosu's Éclat des Jours
Japan has many cakes that have evolved in unique ways. In this article, we will introduce the unique characteristics of Japanese shortcake, Mont Blanc, and rare cheesecake, as well as a particularly popular cake shop, Eclat de Jours, in Toyosu, Tokyo.
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The patisserie "Éclat des Jours" opened in Toyosu, Tokyo in June 2020. "Éclat des Jours" is a coined word meaning "glorious days" in French, and was named with the hope that our sweets will accompany our customers on their special days and everyday moments, and add color to their memorable "glorious days." The concept of Éclat des Jours' sweets is "freshness," "melting texture," and "smoothness." Based on the techniques and flavors that owner chef Yohei Nakayama acquired through his training in France, we value textures that are familiar to Japanese people and easy to eat. We aim to bring out the maximum flavor of the ingredients themselves while adding contrast to simple compositions. Our goal is to be a comprehensive patisserie. We offer a wide range of products, including entremets (whole cakes), petit gateaux (individual cakes), baked goods such as buttery madeleines and cookies, breads such as baguettes and croissants baked in-store every morning, and chocolates and jams that decorate our display cases. In the future, we also plan to expand our product lineup to include small gifts for everyday use and for relaxing at home. While cherishing French traditions, we are always challenging ourselves with new flavors, and hope to remain a patisserie that is loved by our customers for a long time.
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Table of Contents
- 【Tokyo Travel】Beyond Ramen & Sushi: Discover "Japanese Cakes"
- 3 Unique Japanese Cakes You Must Try
- Taste the Best: Visit "Éclat des Jours" in Toyosu, Tokyo
- Must-Eat Recommended Cakes at Éclat des Jours
- Shop Information
- Takeout Available! Enjoy a Private Dessert Party at Your Hotel
- Summary
【Tokyo Travel】Beyond Ramen & Sushi: Discover "Japanese Cakes"
When it comes to travelling to Japan, there's no better reason than to enjoy the food, with a wide range of classic dishes including ramen, sushi, tempura and tonkatsu.
Even though sweets originated overseas, textures and flavors that have been tailored to suit Japanese tastes are now attracting attention from gourmets around the world. In this article, we will introduce the appeal of Japanese Western-style sweets and the patisserie "Eclat des Jours" in Toyosu, Tokyo, where you can experience the pinnacle of Japanese sweets.
3 Unique Japanese Cakes You Must Try
Japan is known as a sweets powerhouse, and there are many cakes that have undergone unique evolution. Among them, we will introduce three types in particular.
1. Strawberry Shortcake: A Unique Japanese Creation
Shortcake is said to have originated in Scotland and is made in many countries around the world.
"Short" means "crispy" in English, and in America it often refers to a dessert made of a flaky, hard biscuit dough sandwiched with whipped cream and strawberries.
On the other hand, Japanese shortcake is characterized by fluffy sponge cake, pure white whipped cream, and bright red strawberries.
This was originally developed by the confectionery manufacturer Fujiya, inspired by American shortcake but tailored to Japanese tastes.
It is said that this combination was chosen because red and white are considered auspicious colors in Japan. Due to its uniqueness, it is now known around the world as "Japanese Strawberry Shortcake."
2. Mont Blanc: Japan's Colorful Variety
Mont Blanc is a classic autumn dessert. It is a beautiful cake modeled after Mont Blanc, the highest peak in the Alps, towering over the border between France and Italy.
Many people are familiar with the brown paste made from chestnut skin.
There are many shops in Japan that make similar brown Mont Blancs, but one unique feature of Japan is that they also come in a variety of colors, including yellow.
Mont Blanc in Japan dates back to 1933, when the founder of a shop called Mont Blanc in Jiyugaoka, Tokyo, developed a yellow Mont Blanc using candied chestnuts, a familiar food to Japanese people, as a uniquely Japanese Mont Blanc.
Currently, Mont Blanc is available in Japan in a variety of colors, including green Mont Blanc made with matcha and pale yellow Mont Blanc made with sweet potato.
3. Rare Cheesecake: The Ultimate Melt-in-Your-Mouth Texture
Cheesecake is one of the most popular cakes around the world. There are many different types, such as baked cheesecake and Basque cheesecake.
Among them, the cheesecake that is unique to Japan is the rare cheesecake, which is made with a cream cheese base mixed with fresh cream, sour cream, and yogurt.
Its main feature is that it is not baked in an oven, but is made by chilling and solidifying it in the refrigerator using gelatin and agar.
It has a smooth texture that melts the moment you put it in your mouth.
The exact origins are unknown, but it is said to have become popular in Japan around the 1960s and 1970s.
Taste the Best: Visit "Éclat des Jours" in Toyosu, Tokyo
If you want to try these uniquely Japanese cakes, we recommend Éclat des Jours, a popular patisserie located in Toyosu, Tokyo, an area known for Toyosu Market and TeamLab Planets TOKYO.
They offer both eat-in and take-out options, and are popular with tourists from overseas.
The store name "Eclat des Jours" comes from the French word meaning "the brilliance of everyday life."
Pastry chef Yohei Nakayama worked at Hotel Nikko Tokyo and other places before moving to France, where he trained at Maison Chevallo and Arnaud Del Monte.
They are a talented group that has won first place in the "Large Crafts Division" at the Japan Cake Show, the largest event in the confectionery and baking industry in Japan.
Must-Eat Recommended Cakes at Éclat des Jours
Shortcake
Eclat de Jours' shortcake is a masterpiece that inherits the tradition of Japanese shortcake while shining with the sophisticated techniques learned in Paris.
The sponge cake is made with Nikko Golden Eggs, a famous egg used in Western confectionery. The cream is made in Hokkaido, known for its sharpness and richness, and the strawberries are Tochiotome, known for their good balance of aroma, flavor, and moisture. Each and every ingredient is carefully selected.
The fluffy texture of the sponge, the sweetness of the fresh cream, and the sweet and sour taste of the fresh strawberries are perfectly balanced, making you feel happy with every bite.
Mont Blanc
Eclat de Jours' Mont Blanc is served in a glass with a slight acidity of blackcurrant.
It is made with plenty of smooth ganache monterey made with French white chocolate and chestnut cream with a rum scent.
In addition, a variety of ingredients are layered together, including the crunchy texture of almond crumble, to create a harmony of flavors and aromas.
Rare cheesecake
Eclat de Jour's popular product, "Odile," is a rare cheesecake that has been thoroughly designed to melt in your mouth.
The rare cheese cream is made with a special blend of three carefully selected types of cream cheese.
In addition, strawberry and rhubarb compote is placed inside and sandwiched between orange and spiced speculoos cookies (*).
The smoothness and sweetness of the cream and the crispness and subtle acidity of the cookies create a wonderful harmony.
*Speculoos cookies: biscuits originating in Belgium that contain spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg
Shop Information
Store name: Éclat des Jours Toyosu Bayside Cross store
Address: Urban Dock Lalaport Toyosu 3, 2-4-9 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Access: Exit 2b of Toyosu Station on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line / 3-minute walk from Toyosu Station on the Yurikamome Line
Business hours: Weekdays 11:00-20:00, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 10:00-20:00
Closed: Mondays and Tuesdays
Phone number: 03-5534-8966
Official website: https://www.eclatdesjours.jp/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eclatdesjours_english/
Takeout Available! Enjoy a Private Dessert Party at Your Hotel
Eclat de Jour's cakes and baked goods can be enjoyed in the store's eat-in space or can be taken away.
If you want to enjoy it privately at your hotel, at home, or at a friend's house, we recommend taking it out.
We also recommend buying a few different types of cakes and enjoying comparing them with your friends.
Advance reservations recommended
It is expected to be busy during festive seasons such as Christmas, so if you would like to order takeout, we recommend making a reservation in advance.
The Eclat de Jours reservation website is available in multiple languages, including English, Traditional Chinese, and Korean.
Online payment is also possible, making purchasing a breeze.
Summary
Japan has built a unique cake culture based on the delicate taste and aesthetic sense of the Japanese people, while respecting traditional European techniques.
If you come to Tokyo, why not stop by Eclat de Jours in Toyosu and experience the ultimate in Japanese sweets with your own taste buds?
The patisserie "Éclat des Jours" opened in Toyosu, Tokyo in June 2020. "Éclat des Jours" is a coined word meaning "glorious days" in French, and was named with the hope that our sweets will accompany our customers on their special days and everyday moments, and add color to their memorable "glorious days." The concept of Éclat des Jours' sweets is "freshness," "melting texture," and "smoothness." Based on the techniques and flavors that owner chef Yohei Nakayama acquired through his training in France, we value textures that are familiar to Japanese people and easy to eat. We aim to bring out the maximum flavor of the ingredients themselves while adding contrast to simple compositions. Our goal is to be a comprehensive patisserie. We offer a wide range of products, including entremets (whole cakes), petit gateaux (individual cakes), baked goods such as buttery madeleines and cookies, breads such as baguettes and croissants baked in-store every morning, and chocolates and jams that decorate our display cases. In the future, we also plan to expand our product lineup to include small gifts for everyday use and for relaxing at home. While cherishing French traditions, we are always challenging ourselves with new flavors, and hope to remain a patisserie that is loved by our customers for a long time.
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