Press Release

THE KAHALA HOTEL & RESORT YOKOHAMA, which celebrated its 5th anniversary in September 2025, will be selling a special Valentine's Day chocolate cake, "THE KAHALA Gâteau Basque au Chocolat," at THE KAHALA Lounge for four days only, from February 11th (Wednesday, national holiday) to February 14th (Saturday), 2026. Reservations will begin on January 8th, 2026 (Thursday).

This Valentine's Day cake is a classic, carefully crafted to bring out the unique flavors of its ingredients, based on the traditional French Basque dessert "Gâteau Basque." It features a two-layer structure with a rich ganache encased in a fragrantly baked cookie dough. Semi-dried figs are added for added accent. The ganache is made with 70% cocoa chocolate, which has a roasted aroma and a subtle hint of dried fruit. The crunchy texture of the figs and the natural sweetness of the fruit add depth to the bitter flavor of the ganache.
This Valentine's cake for adults is a harmonious blend of three different textures and flavors, leaving a deep, lingering aftertaste.Its subdued sweetness allows the cocoa flavor to spread quietly and impressively.

■ "THE KAHALA Gâteau Basque au Chocolat" Sales details *Limited to 50 units
[Location] THE KAHALA Lounge (THE KAHALA HOTEL & RESORT YOKOHAMA 14th floor)
[Application period] Thursday, January 8th, 2026 to Friday, February 6th, 2026
[Pick-up date and time] February 11th (Wednesday, holiday) - 14th (Saturday), 2026 / 11:00 - 18:00
[Price] 4,320 yen (tax included)
[Size] Diameter: Approx. 9 cm
[How to make a reservation] In-store / Online / Phone
[Online reservation] https://www.tablecheck.com/shops/thekahala-yokohama-lounge/reserve
[URL] https://thekahala.jp/yokohama/event/5520/
[Reservations and inquiries] 045-522-0077 (restaurant reservations 10:00-17:00)

■Other Valentine's Day related products
<Valentine's Cocktail>
Introducing two cocktails that combine white chocolate with tropical ingredients. These cute flavors are perfect for the season when you think of your loved ones.

[Location] THE KAHALA Lounge
[Period] February 1st (Sun) to 14th (Sat), 2026
[Time] 10:00-23:00 (last order 22:30)
[Menu] Bouquet de Chocolate 3,036 yen (tax and service charge included) / Fluffy Love (non-alcoholic) 2,530 yen (tax and service charge included)
[URL] https://thekahala.jp/yokohama/event/5528/
[Inquiries] 045-522-0077 (restaurant reservations 10:00~17:00)

■Profile of Pastry ChefTakadaKazuya

What is important to us when making sweets is the classic style. We continue to adhere to the teachings of "valuing the basics" that we learned at authentic French patisserie restaurants such as Troisgros. Another important thing is the ingredients. Ingredients such as flour, eggs, and raw milk are the foundation of sweets. We carefully select our ingredients, express our gratitude to the land and producers that nurtured them, and use our ingenuity to bring out the natural flavor of the ingredients. We strive every day to provide sweets that bring a smile to the faces of our customers as they take a bite, and beautiful sweets that will lift their spirits.

1985 Entered the world of pastry chef at the Swiss pastry shop "Heidi" in Kobe
1988 Gained experience at Lepidor in Denenchofu, Tokyo
1992: Trained for three years in Paris, Bordeaux, and Lorraine, including at the three-star restaurant Troisgros
1995: Returned to his hometown of Fukuoka and gained experience as a chef pastry chef at a Western confectionery shop.
Joined Resort Trust in 2001. Oversees the pastry department at Grand Xive Hatsushima Club.
2004: General manager of the pastry department at Xive Karuizawa
2006: General manager of the pastry department at XIV Biwako
2008: Became chef patissier at the limited-time store "Partition" in Hoshigaoka, Nagoya
2014: Became chef pastry chef at St. Joseph's Hall in the Catholic Nunoike Church
In 2019, he became the chef pastry chef at the opening of Laguna Bay Court Club.
In 2020, he became the head pastry Chef THE KAHALA HOTEL & RESORT YOKOHAMA and Yokohama Baycourt Club.

URL:https://thekahala.jp/yokohama/
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*The photos are for illustrative purposes only.
*Contents may change depending on the supply situation, etc.
*Alcoholic beverages cannot be served to anyone under the age of 20 or to customers who are driving.

[Contact for media inquiries regarding this matter]
THE KAHALA HOTEL & RESORT YOKOHAMA
Public Relations Officer: Shino Asahioka
E-mail: R14037220@rt-group.jp
TEL: 045-522-0023