Wagashi and BONGEN LATTE

― The ultimate pairing of tradition and modernity, unique to Ginza ―

Wagashi rooted in Japanese culture

Wagashi is one of Japan's food cultures that symbolizes Japanese aesthetics. Reflecting the changing seasons, valuing the taste of ingredients, and made with an emphasis on visual beauty, wagashi truly expresses the Japanese sensibility. There is a wide variety of wagashi, including yokan, monaka, jogashi (high-grade wagashi), and chagashi (tea sweets) enjoyed with matcha. Wagashi developed with the premise of being "enjoyed with tea," but in recent years, pairing it with coffee has also gained attention.

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Characteristics of BONGEN LATTE

BONGEN LATTE, one of BONGENCOFFEE's signature drinks, is the perfect choice when considering pairings with wagashi.

・House-roasted beans
　Uses beans carefully roasted at "SHIRAFUSHI," a roastery in Ginza. The base is an espresso where aroma and mellow flavors coexist.

・Rich yet gentle flavor
　Fine steamed milk layered with espresso creates a rich depth and creamy mouthfeel.

・Space reflecting Japanese aesthetics
　Enjoying it in a shop adorned with bonsai allows it to be enjoyed as an "experience," not just a latte.

The depth of this BONGEN LATTE enhances the delicate sweetness of wagashi.

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Compatibility of Wagashi and BONGEN LATTE

1. Yokan × BONGEN LATTE

Yokan, with its concentrated adzuki bean flavor, harmonizes exquisitely with the bitterness of BONGEN LATTE's espresso. It's like a modern reinterpretation of the matcha and yokan combination.

2. Monaka × BONGEN LATTE

Monaka is characterized by its fragrant shell and sweet bean paste. The mellow flavor of BONGEN LATTE enhances the light texture of monaka.

3. Jogashi × BONGEN LATTE

Jogashi, reflecting the seasons, is characterized by its visual beauty and delicate sweetness. The rich milkiness of BONGEN LATTE gently envelops the world of jogashi.

4. Dango / Daifuku × BONGEN LATTE

Dango and daifuku, with their chewy texture, also pair excellently with latte. Especially those made with black sesame or kinako (roasted soybean flour) resonate with the aroma of BONGEN LATTE.

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Proposal for a new cafe experience

BONGENCOFFEE's theme is to bridge "Japanese" and "modern." The combination of wagashi and BONGEN LATTE is a pairing that symbolizes this concept.

・For Japanese people, the freshness of familiar wagashi meeting coffee.

・For international visitors, a special experience to deeply appreciate Japanese culture.

This is not just food and drink, but a time to enjoy "the fusion of cultures."

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Summary

Wagashi and BONGEN LATTE offer a special pairing that can only be experienced in Ginza.
The delicate sweetness of wagashi and the rich yet gentle flavor of BONGEN LATTE. Their respective charms intertwine, enhancing each other to create a superior café experience.

When visiting Ginza, please try the wagashi and BONGEN LATTE pairing at BONGENCOFFEE. That moment is sure to be a special time when you can truly savor "the fusion of Japanese culture and modern cafe culture."

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