Malebranche at Daimaru Kyoto in Kyoto, Japan is marking the first anniversary of its renovated store with a ¥594 Atelier Roll and other special autumn sweets from October 1 to 3, 2026.
The three-day program takes place at the Malebranche counter in the department store’s basement confectionery section. The Atelier Roll is served at 11 a.m., 3 p.m., and 5 p.m., with 70 pieces planned for each session.
The lineup includes the cream-filled Atelier Roll at ¥594 (tax included), the Rich Mont Blanc at ¥1,080 (tax included), and a children’s pastry experience priced at ¥11,000 per child (tax included). The pastry class is held on selected Sundays in October, although applications have already closed.
About Malebranche at Daimaru Kyoto
Fresh Cream Atelier Roll
The Fresh Cream Atelier Roll is made with Malebranche’s specially selected cream and condensed milk for a rich, milky finish. It measures about 9 cm by 3 cm by 6 cm and costs ¥594 (tax included).
Grand Chef Koichi Saito
Malebranche Grand Chef Koichi Saito is scheduled to meet customers at the Daimaru Kyoto shop from 11 a.m. to noon on October 2 and 3.
Rich Mont Blanc
The Rich Mont Blanc combines a generous chestnut cream with butter-flavored fresh cream, chestnut paste, and chopped chestnuts. It costs ¥1,080 (tax included) and is available at Daimaru Kyoto among department-store locations.
Malebranche has been known for its fresh cream since the opening of its Kitayama main store in 1982. The renovated Daimaru Kyoto shop presents a cream-focused setting where customers can enjoy freshly prepared sweets and see the craftsmanship behind the brand. For the anniversary menu, the shop highlights cream selected by the chef after visiting dairy farms in Hokkaido, with condensed milk added to the Atelier Roll for a deeper milky flavor.
Highlights
- The Atelier Roll measures approximately 9 cm wide, 3 cm deep, and 6 cm high, and costs ¥594 (tax included).
- Only 70 Atelier Rolls are planned for each of the three daily sales sessions at 11 a.m., 3 p.m., and 5 p.m.
- Grand Chef Koichi Saito will visit the shop from 11 a.m. to noon on October 2 and 3.
- The children’s pastry class includes a chef’s coat as a participation gift and is limited to one group per day.
- The Rich Mont Blanc costs ¥1,080 (tax included) and is sold exclusively at the Daimaru Kyoto department store among department-store locations.
Menu & Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Malebranche Daimaru Kyoto Renovation Anniversary |
| Menu / items | Fresh Cream Atelier Roll; Rich Mont Blanc; Kids Pastry Experience |
| Release date | Atelier Roll: October 1, 2026; Rich Mont Blanc: August 26, 2026 |
| Period | Atelier Roll: October 1, 2026 – October 3, 2026; Rich Mont Blanc planned through around the end of November 2026; Kids Pastry Experience: October 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2026 |
| Location | Malebranche, basement confectionery section, Daimaru Kyoto |
| Stores | Malebranche at Daimaru Kyoto |
| Price | Fresh Cream Atelier Roll: ¥594 (tax included); Rich Mont Blanc: ¥1,080 (tax included); Kids Pastry Experience: ¥11,000 per child (tax included) |
Before you buy
- When can I buy the Fresh Cream Atelier Roll?
- The Atelier Roll is available on October 1–3, 2026, at 11 a.m., 3 p.m., and 5 p.m. Each session has 70 pieces planned.
- How much is the Fresh Cream Atelier Roll?
- It costs ¥594 (tax included).
- Where can I get the Rich Mont Blanc?
- It is available at the Malebranche counter at Daimaru Kyoto and is the only Malebranche department-store location carrying the product.
- Do I need a reservation for the Kids Pastry Experience?
- Applications for the October sessions have already closed. The class is for elementary school children, costs ¥11,000 per child (tax included), and is limited to one group per day.
