A Symphony of Sweet and Bitter: The “Salt Butter Cake Cacao”
The “Salt Butter Cake Cacao,” priced at 340 yen (314.82 yen excluding tax), promises a rich sensory experience. Crafted with premium domestic wheat and generous amounts of butter, the cake features a luxurious ganache that blends two types of chocolate with traditional Japanese koshian (red bean paste). This unique combination offers a gentle sweetness beautifully complemented by a subtle bitterness. The addition of cacao nibs provides a delicate crunch, adding another layer of texture to each bite.
Japanese patisserie is renowned for its meticulous craftsmanship and innovative flavor combinations, and tables labo continues this tradition with delightful creations that capture the essence of both classic and modern tastes.
Limited-Time Pop-Up at Hankyu Umeda Main Store
Visitors to the Hankyu Umeda Main Store pop-up will have the exclusive opportunity to be among the first to taste the “Salt Butter Cake Cacao.” The pop-up will be open from 10:00 to 20:00, aligning with the department store’s operating hours.
In addition to the new “Salt Butter Cake Cacao,” the pop-up will feature a selection of tables labo’s popular baked goods, perfect for gifts or personal indulgence:
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“Salt Butter Cake” (1 piece, 330 yen / 305.56 yen excl. tax)
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“Horie Butter Sand Choco Assortment” (1,600 yen / 1,481.49 yen excl. tax) – Includes seasonal strawberry chocolate, tiramisu, and raisin chocolate flavors.
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“6C Cheesecake MIX” (2,800 yen / 2,592.60 yen excl. tax) – Features plain, chocolate, and salted caramel & chocolate varieties.
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“Sable Gourmand Mimolette & Black Pepper” (3,000 yen / 2,777.78 yen excl. tax) – A can of 15 rich savory cookies.
About tables labo
tables labo opened its permanent store in Tenmabashi, Osaka, in April 2025. It serves as a sweets workshop connected to the “TABLES” cafes, which operate across Osaka and Yokohama. The brand is committed to using carefully selected ingredients such as domestic wheat flour, butter, Kyushu-produced Akatama eggs, and organic chocolate. Their “Horie Butter Sand” (frozen), known for its unique butter creams sandwiched between slightly salty sables, is a perennial favorite. Other offerings include “Mochidoreine” made with mochi flour and “Okinawa Kokuto and Whole Wheat Canelé.”
For more information and updates, visit the official Instagram: tables labo Official Instagram
The introduction of “Salt Butter Cake Cacao” highlights a continuing trend in Japanese confectionery: the artful fusion of familiar flavors with unexpected twists. This dedication to refined taste and presentation consistently captivates local gourmands and international visitors alike, solidifying Japan’s reputation as a global leader in innovative desserts.
