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This year’s lineup features five elegant cakes and a traditional Stollen, each created to capture the essence of a sophisticated holiday season.
- Gâteau Fraise – a shortcake that highlights the natural flavor of strawberries
- Chocolate Gâteau – a light and delicate chocolate cake
- Special Strawberry Tart – a fragrant almond base topped with seasonal strawberries
- Hakone Smoked Baked Cheesecake – rich baked cheesecake with a hint of cold-smoked aroma
- Classic Chocolat – a deep, flavorful cake that brings out the richness of cacao
- Patissier’s Original Stollen – our handcrafted version of the beloved holiday classic
Each creation is crafted with the finest ingredients and meticulous attention to detail—beautiful in appearance and refined in taste.
Guests who book together with an overnight stay can also enjoy their cake leisurely during their visit.
Celebrate a heartwarming holiday season with our Christmas cakes, inspired by the tranquility of the forests of Hakone.
Hakone Retreat före & villa 1/f “Christmas Cakes 2025”
Gâteau Fraise (12cm)
3,800 yen（including tax）
Generously filled with strawberries, this classic shortcake features a light and fluffy sponge made with Sakura eggs, which bring out the fruit’s natural sweetness. It’s layered with our original blend of fresh cream, known for its smooth, delicate texture.
When sliced, vibrant strawberries appear between the layers, creating a perfect harmony of rich dairy flavor and refreshing berry tartness. The cake is beautifully finished with whipped cream and berries on top—elegant, charming, and photo-worthy.
A timeless shortcake that can be enjoyed by all generations.
Chocolate Gâteau (12cm)
3,800 yen（including tax）
A smooth ganache cream infused with the rich aroma of cacao is carefully spread over layers of moist chocolate sponge cake. The sides are coated with crunchy chocolate crumbs that add a delightful textural contrast.
The top is decorated with caramel cream arranged in a wreath design, accented by the refreshing tartness of berries. With its moderate sweetness and refined flavor, this cake is a perfect choice for sophisticated gatherings.
Special Strawberry Tart (15cm）
4,800 yen（including tax）
A tart crust generously blended with fragrant roasted almonds, layered with vanilla-scented custard, and piled high with juicy strawberries and berries. Finished with a glossy, transparent glaze and adorned with small holiday ornaments, this dessert dazzles with vibrant red even in cross-section—perfect as a centerpiece on your holiday table.
Hakone Smoked Baked Cheesecake (10.5cm)
2,800 yen（including tax）
A “New York-style” baked cheesecake, moistly baked with three layers of cream cheese, Parmesan, and ricotta. Infused with the rich aroma of cold smoking and the full-bodied flavor of apricot jam, this cheesecake offers a luxurious taste experience.
Classic Chocolat (10.5cm)
2,300 yen（including tax）
A classic-style cake baked to a fluffy perfection using French “Valrhona” chocolate. With a delicate, crumbly exterior and a moist interior, it delivers the rich, bittersweet depth of cocoa. Topped with whipped cream and seasonal ornaments, it offers a simple yet highly satisfying flavor experience.
Patissier’s Original Stollen
1,800 yen（including tax）
A moistly baked loaf rich with dried fruits and nuts soaked in liqueur, enveloped in butter for a decadent finish. Enjoy the evolving flavors as the cake matures day by day. Made from Pastry Chef Takenaka’s original recipe, this stollen carries heartfelt messages of “thank you for this past year,” “thanks,” and “let’s have another great year together.”
