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Seasonal baumkuchen product releases in Japan

Overview

Various confectionery companies in Japan have introduced seasonal baumkuchen varieties in late 2026.

In Hiroshima, Kunugi announced a limited-edition chestnut-flavored Momiji Kuchen, a maple leaf-shaped pastry, scheduled for release on October 19. The product utilizes chestnut paste to provide an autumn flavor.

In other regions, Costco has featured a limited-edition ‘Burnt Butter’ flavor from Sennenya. Additionally, Juchinya introduced a ‘Strawberry’ flavor for its ‘Nama Baumkuchen’ series in the Kansai region, featuring strawberry cream and dried fruit pieces. This product is slated for availability in select locations, including Kobe and Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store, starting in late October and November.

Entities

Kunugi · Hiroshima · Kansai · Costco · Karl Juchheim

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Costco and Juchinya release new seasonal baumkuchen flavors

    Costco is seeing high demand for its seasonal burnt butter baumkuchen, while Juchinya launches a strawberry-flavored limited edition in the Kansai region.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Kunugi introduces seasonal chestnut Momiji Kuchen in Hiroshima

    Hiroshima-based confectionery Kunugi is launching a seasonal chestnut-flavored Momiji Kuchen, a maple-leaf-shaped baumkuchen, starting October 19, 2026.

Sources

gourmetbiz.net · jugem.jp · kobe-journal.com · prtimes.jp