Limited Pre-Order | Direct from Japan - Kyoto Michelin Chef Shinmonzen Yonemura Handmade Cookie Gift Box

**This is a pre-order item. Shipping from Japan takes 7-10 days after your order is placed.** Due to popular demand, we're releasing more – while supplies last! Handmade cookies by Michelin-starred Chef Yonemura from Kyoto, a perfect fusion of Kyoto's essence and Western patisserie. ⁕ The best-selling and highly-rated Lunar New Year gift box from 2026 is back, while supplies last. ⁕ Handmade cookies by Michelin-starred Chef Yonemura from Kyoto, Japan, featuring 12 distinct flavors that reveal the artisan's meticulous pursuit of "deliciousness." ⁕ A delightful balance of aromas and textures is achieved by integrating Japanese ingredients like black sesame, yuzu, and ginger with Western elements such as coconut, hazelnut, and meringue. ⁕ Packaged in a limited-edition illustrated tin from the Gion main store, brimming with Kyoto's elegant charm. ⁕ This product was recognized in 2025 by the prestigious Japanese magazine "Fujingaho" as a "Top Recommended E-commerce Product Loved by Consumers" in their annual selection. **— Product Highlights —** **| 12 Unique Flavors: Savory, Sweet, and Spicy, showcasing the distinctive characteristics of each ingredient.** The gift box includes a Matcha flavor made with matcha from the renowned Kyoto tea purveyor "Marukyu Koyamaen." Its rich tea aroma is not bitter, leaving a subtle, lingering pleasant bitterness and sweetness upon tasting. Experience the "Mini Rice Crackers" (ぶぶあられ), which are crisp, light, and exude a delicate rice fragrance. Delight in the "Shichimi Flavor," which subtly incorporates the flavorful sansho pepper from Kyoto's famous Kiyomizu specialty shop "Shichimiya Honpo," creating a perfect balance between the spices and the cookie. ⁕ The 12 flavors include: Cheese & Black Pepper, Macadamia Nut, Mini Rice Crackers (ぶぶあられ), Matcha, Black Sesame, Brown Sugar & Soy Flour, Yuzu, Ginger, Shichimi, Hazelnut Chocolate, Coconut, Meringue. **| A Tin Box Filled with Thoughtfulness** The packaging tin features original illustrations by Tsuzumi Saori (IG: saoritzm), an artist cherished by Chef Yonemura, presenting a warm and charming "Yonemura World." One side of the tin depicts the entrance to the chef's restaurant "Shinmonzen Yonemura," while the other side showcases the exterior of the physical retail store "Yonemura The Store Gion," which opened in September 2020. Both are delicately connected by the elegant ambiance of Gion, with a maiko gracefully strolling by. This uniquely exquisite design, filled with heartfelt detail, is a must-have for Kyoto enthusiasts! **— Product Information —** ⁕ Origin: Kyoto, Japan ⁕ Net Weight: 390g ⁕ Tin Dimensions: Approx. 20cm × 13.5cm × 5cm **— Important Notes —** 1. Best Before Date: Best consumed within 30 days from production (approximately 20 days upon receipt). Please enjoy as soon as possible. 2. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, and humidity. Consume as soon as possible after opening to ensure optimal flavor. 3. Allergens: This product contains eggs, dairy products, wheat, soy, sesame, and almonds. 4. Cookies are fragile. Breakage may occur during international shipping. Please read this description carefully before purchasing. By placing an order, you agree to these conditions. 5. This product is food. Returns are not accepted unless there is a significant defect. If you receive a damaged, abnormal product, or an incorrect item, please contact customer service within 48 hours of receipt, and we will assist you with the issue. **— Brand Story —** "Shinmonzen Yonemura," a renowned Kyoto establishment, was founded by Michelin-starred Chef Masanori Yonemura. It originated in the Shinmonzen district of Kyoto's Gion area. Chef Yonemura is celebrated for his refined French cuisine, extending his precise mastery of flavors into his dessert creations. By blending local Kyoto ingredients with a craftsman's spirit, his works possess both creativity and depth, showcasing a subtle yet unforgettable Kyoto aesthetic.