The store introduced here is "Ryusei" located in Gifu City. It opened in September 2022 as a take-out specialty store and sister store of "Kissa Sanmyaku" in Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture. It is a much talked-about store where you can casually enjoy authentic French pastries and the delicious coffee of the Kissa Sanmyaku at any time of the day.

All of the confections at Ryusei, which emphasizes making the most of the flavors of its ingredients, are refined and beautiful.

For this interview, we asked Ryusei staff member Ms. Nishibe and chef patissier Mr. Yamashita about the concept of "Ryusei" and their commitment to making sweets in detail.

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"Ryusei" is located on the first floor of the commercial facility "HOCUS POCUS" in Ginan-cho, Hashima-gun.

To access, get off at Gifu Bus "Ginancho Miyake" from JR Gifu Station and walk for 5 minutes. In addition, there is a parking lot, so you can enjoy shopping slowly even if you come by car.

Stylish glass exterior. The store's interior can be seen from the outside, creating a casual atmosphere.

Upon entering the store, you will be enchanted by the beautiful cakes and special baked goods that catch your eye. The elegant and cute store is decorated in light colors, and dried flowers everywhere add color to the atmosphere of the store.

You can see the patissier making sweets from the small window in the store.

Authentic French pastries
With all our hearts to the people we care about

Staff (left) and Ms. Nishibe (right)

-Please tell us about the beginning of the store.

Ms. Nishibe: "SANMYAKU Co., Ltd. which manages the "Kissa Sanmyaku" opened its second store, "Ryusei", in the hope that more people will enjoy and be pleased with its delicious coffee and sweets. I think it is a good thing that we specialize in take-out, allowing customers to stop by on their way home or other places. We hope you will feel free to visit us.

-The name of the shop is very nice!

Ms. Nishibe: "The origin of the name of the shop comes from the word "wish upon a shooting star ''. We named it with the feeling that "we want to deliver sweets and coffee that you want to give to your loved ones with your wishes.

The logo of the shop is very nice with a shooting star design.

The trademark of the shop was completed after repeated discussions with the Ryusei staff, led by the designer of the design company "Little Creative Center" in Gifu City. Simple and beautiful, it has an overwhelming presence and dignity.

Ms. Nishibe: "At Ryusei, we try to make sweets that bring out the best of the ingredients. We are conscious of how we can clearly express the taste and aroma of the ingredients we are trying to bring out. We also try to create sweets that express Ryusei's unique style and that can be enjoyed not only by the sense of taste but also by the sense of sight, and that can be appreciated.

“For that reason, the technique of making the most of the taste of the ingredients is important. At our store, two pastry chefs refine their manufacturing methods and techniques every day to carefully produce each and every confectionery."

Maximize the flavor of ingredients
making simple sweets

Mr. Yamashita has been a pastry chef in the Kanto region for many years. It seems that he decided to return to his hometown because he wanted everyone in Gifu to eat the high-quality sweets he tasted there. After supervising the seasonal Montblanc provided at the Kissa Sanmyaku, he is now in charge of making all sweets as a pastry chef of Ryusei.

-Tell me about Ryusei sweets.

Mr. Yamashita: “As Ms. Nishibe said, we are conscious of making sweets that you can immediately feel the flavor and aroma of the ingredients when you eat them. We try to make sweets carefully by stripping away the complicated manufacturing process as much as possible and maximizing the goodness of the ingredients we use.”

Mr. Yamashita: "When it comes to cakes, a cake that makes you want to eat another one is appealing, but at Ryusei, we value the "flavor of a single cake. We believe that one Ryusei cake will give you a strong sense of satisfaction after eating. We are happy if you enjoy the aftertaste as well."

-About semi-dried fruit

Mr. Yamashita: "We also focus on the production of semi-dried fruits used in making baked goods. We make semi-dried fruits as an extension of heat treatment rather than simply drying them. Fresh fruit is cooked in a pot to slowly remove the water content and lock in the umami flavor. By heating the fruit, the ingredients are concentrated and the original sweetness of the fruit is more pronounced than when eaten raw.

Compared to general semi-dried fruits, the moisture content is higher due to the manufacturing method, so the expiration date is shorter, but I think you can enjoy the juicy and flavorful fruit. ”

Home-roasted coffee in the Kissa Sanmyaku

At the storefront, you can take out the coffee of "Kissa Sanmyaku". SANMYAKU Co., Ltd. roasts beans from all over the world in-house and offers coffee with a special extraction method.

The original blend they offer, "1st Station (1200m altitude)," is a deep roasted coffee perfect for enjoying with cakes and sweets. A delicious cup of bliss with the aroma of coffee beans and a bitter taste.

It has little acidity and a clean aftertaste. It is a coffee that does not interfere with the flavors of any pastry, but rather brings out the best of both.

Coffee beans are ground to order. Ms. Nishibe, a certified barista, carefully drips each cup of coffee. Little by little, you can smell the aroma of freshly ground coffee beans spreading through the store.

When you pour hot water at a well-controlled temperature, the coffee beans will swell! Only the delicious ingredients are quickly and carefully extracted before the miscellaneous taste appears.

In addition to freshly brewed coffee, the store also sells coffee beans and drip bags. These products are popular at Ryusei because you can enjoy the taste of the coffee shop Kissa Sanmyaku at home. Coffee is a great way to take a breather in all aspects of your daily life. Please enjoy your coffee break with your favorite coffee beans.

Take your time and savor every bite. ......
Ryusei's recommended cakes

Lined up in the showcase are a variety of cakes that look like sparkling shooting stars. From seasonal products that allow you to enjoy the best of the season's fruits to their original classic items, I will introduce you to enchanting cakes that are as delicate and beautiful as works of art.

-Ryusei-

-Ryusei- (630 yen including tax)

The specialty "Ryusei" is the most popular product with a combination of smooth, rich ganache and vanilla mousse. Each layer has a different texture, such as pecan nut dough and crunchy cookie dough, so it's a fun cake to eat.

Chantilly Fraise

Chantilly Fraise (540 yen including tax)

The almond-scented sponge dough is characterized by its moist texture and richness. A delicious shortcake with a perfect balance of rich fresh cream.

Pear and cassis mousse

Pear and cassis mousse 580 yen including tax

A very cute mousse cake with a glossy surface and marble pattern.

Make a combination of pear mousse and cassis mousse. The sweet and sour taste of juicy pear and cassis is addictive.

There is also pulp inside, and the sweet and crunchy texture of the pear and the harmony of the melting mousse is irresistible. A luxurious cake that is pleasing to the eye and delicious to taste.

Tart Shine Muscat

Tart Shine Muscat 650 yen including tax

This luxurious tart is made with an abundance of the "Queen of Grapes," the Shine Muscat grape. The crispy muscats, custard cream-based cream, and tart come together in a crunchy bite. ...... It is a sigh of deliciousness. ......

The elegant and refreshing sweetness is a taste that you won't get tired of. The tart is also available in a whole cake type (12cm). *Consultation required

The tarts using seasonal fruits change depending on the season, so be sure to check them out!

Ryusei pudding

Ryusei pudding 380 yen including tax

Ryusei pudding looks as if fluffy powder snow had fallen on it. The smooth texture of the pudding melts easily on the tongue.

The richness of the milk and the smoothness of the cream are doubled when eaten together with the light cream. Enjoy the triplet of bittersweet caramel.

Made with carefully selected ingredients
Ryusei's special baked goods

In addition to cakes, thei also focus on baked goods such as cookies, sablé and pound cakes. Since they last longer than cakes and can be stored for a long time, they are popular as gifts such as souvenirs. Eating these delicious sweets with your loved ones is a great way to spark up conversation.

Ryusei gateau basque

Ryusei gateau basque 2500 yen including tax

The popular gateau basque. It is crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. ...... It is a traditional French pastry baked with custard cream. The simple taste is filled with a rich buttery flavor and the sweet aroma of rum. A charming pastry that you will want to eat again and again. A special gift box is also available to give as a gift.

Cake chocolate banane

Cake chocolate banana 300 yen including tax

Baked confectionery made by kneading homemade banana paste and chocolate is a sweet that makes you feel at ease with its moist texture and simple and gentle taste.

Galette bretonne

Galette Bretonne 280 yen including tax

A traditional pastry from Brittany, France. It is a thick baked cookie that is truly simple in terms of ingredients and production method. The original flavors of the ingredients, such as a hint of saltiness and sweetness, are directly conveyed. The crunchy texture is also delicious. ...... They are perfect with a cup of coffee or a warm cup of tea.

Gateau pomme (apple and pecan nuts)

Gateau pomme (apple and pecan nuts) 300 yen including tax

This baked pastry is made with sweet and sour semi-dried apples and savory pecan nuts that give it a delicious crunchy texture. The semi-dried apples, a speciality of Mr. Yamashita's, are baked together with the dough to remove even more of their water content, leaving only the umami flavor. Please enjoy the thick texture and the fruity flavor that spreads with each bite. (The variety of apples used changes depending on the season.)

Baked goods box Ryuseigun
un de trois

Three types of gift boxes are also available in which you can enjoy plenty of Ryusei's popular baked goods. The name of the box is "Gift Box Ryuseigun". Please use it as a gift for your loved ones whom you have always taken care of.

□Un (1900 yen including tax)
6 baked sweets

□ Deux (2900 yen including tax)
6 baked goods and 4 Kissa Sanmyaku drip bags

□ Trois (4600 yen including tax)
11 baked goods and 6 Kissa Sanmyaku drip bags

In addition to purchasing at the store, you can also make advance reservations by phone or Instagram DM.

This time, I introduced "Western confectionery and coffee Ryusei".

The finest sweets that you can enjoy with all five senses will fill your stomach and heart with happiness. Through the interview, I was able to learn the depth of French confectionery. Have a wonderful time with Ryusei sweets that are filled with the passion and kindness of the creators...