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Okoicha Langue de Chat "CHA no KA"
Now considered a classic Kyoto sweet, this signature product from "Kyoto Kitayama Malebranche" has become a beloved favorite.
A signature product of the pastry shop "Malebranche," founded in 1982 and based in Kitayama, Kyoto. This Kyoto sweet has become a beloved classic.
"CHA no KA" uses Uji tea leaves, including those from Shirakawa in Kyoto, to create a langue de chat cookie. This cookie is then sandwiched with original white chocolate, resulting in a unique and unparalleled flavor.
The tea leaves used are only the first flush, harvested once a year. These leaves are carefully blended by expert tea connoisseurs and transformed into a rich matcha. The matcha's natural sweetness is incorporated into the cookie dough, which is baked into a langue de chat that maintains its color, taste, and aroma even under heat. The result is a perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness.
Attention is given to the visual appeal as well, with each cookie stamped with a mark that reflects Kyoto's cultural appreciation for family crests ("mon"). The packaging and wrapping are also designed with a Kyoto aesthetic, offering visual enjoyment.
Highlights
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A signature product offered by "Malebranche" in Kitayama, Kyoto.
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Langue de chat cookies made with rich matcha from blended Uji tea, sandwiched with white chocolate.
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Enjoy the perfect balance of bitterness from the matcha cookies and sweetness from the white chocolate.
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Only the first flush of tea leaves, harvested once a year, are used.
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Attention to visual detail, including stamped cookies and Kyoto-inspired packaging and wrapping.
Photos
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!["CHA no KA," once a classic Kyoto sweet, is now becoming a world-class product representing Japan.]()
"CHA no KA," once a classic Kyoto sweet, is now becoming a world-class product representing Japan.
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![Expert tea connoisseurs carefully select and blend the tea leaves to achieve the perfect balance.]()
Expert tea connoisseurs carefully select and blend the tea leaves to achieve the perfect balance.
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![To maximize the aroma and flavor, all the matcha is meticulously stone-ground.]()
To maximize the aroma and flavor, all the matcha is meticulously stone-ground.
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![The langue de chat cookies are adorably finished with a stamped design that resembles a traditional crest ("mon").]()
The langue de chat cookies are adorably finished with a stamped design that resembles a traditional crest ("mon").
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![The packaging, designed with Kyoto quality in mind, is also exceptional in its visual appeal.]()
The packaging, designed with Kyoto quality in mind, is also exceptional in its visual appeal.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is it possible to return or exchange a defective product after opening the package?
As a general rule, food items cannot be returned. However, if there is a defect, please contact customer service for assistance.
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How should I store it?
Store in a cool place below 28°C, away from direct sunlight.
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Is it available at airports?
Yes, it is available at Kansai International Airport Terminal 1, Narita Airport, and Haneda Airport in the international departure areas.
Reviews
Details
- Name in Japanese
- お濃茶ラングドシャ「茶の菓」
- Manufacturer
- Kyoto Kitayama MALEBRANCHE
- Price
- 3 pieces for 451yen, 5 pieces for 751yen, 8 pieces for 1,201yen, 16 pieces for 2,401yen, 24 pieces for 3,601yen, 14 pieces for 2,101yen
- Sales Locations
- Kyoto Kitayama MALEBRANCHE stores, Kansai International Airport, etc.
- Calories
- 64kcal per piece
- Expiration date
- 15 days or more
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)