What is Babka?
Babka is a type of bread originating from Eastern Europe, particularly popular as a sweet Danish in New York.
Made from brioche dough twisted with chocolate or cinnamon, its distinctive braided shape is characteristic of this special pastry.
The concept behind Japan's first babka specialty store "BABKA cadabra" is "Babka that transforms ordinary days into something special"
The brand name carries the special wish that those who taste it will gently smile with satisfaction.
A Special Babka Born from 8 Years of Development
At "BABKA cadabra," they will sell six varieties of babka developed over approximately 8 years (chocolate, lemon, coffee, and others).
Rather than simply twisting the dough, this brand's babka uses a unique manufacturing process where each layer is carefully woven to create beautiful cross-sections and patterns that appear when cut.
Additionally, by generously incorporating chocolate and ingredients without reservation, they achieve a rich and dense texture reminiscent of sweets, finishing in an authentic New York style. *Product details will be announced at a later date.
Store Opening in the Traditional "Kyoto Shimogamo" District
The hideaway-like store nestled in the traditional Japanese streetscape features a special noren curtain as its landmark.
Somewhere nostalgic, somewhere new—
In this special space where Japanese and Western elements intersect, they aim to create a shop rooted in the local community.
Store Information
| Store Name | BABKA cadabra |
| Opening Date | October 4, 2025 (Saturday) |
| Address | 67-6 Shimogamo Higashi-Hangi-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 606-0824 |
| Business Hours | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Regular Holiday | Closed Mondays (Open on public holidays) |
Tokyo Haneda Airport Pop-up Store
| Sales Period | October 8, 2025 (Wednesday) - January 7, 2026 (Wednesday) 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Location | Haneda Airport Terminal 1, 2F Marketplace 11 Haneda Star Sweets |
About Ribbon Foods
Starting with Japan's first margarine manufacturing and sales in 1907, the company has focused on developing "Japan's first" products including compound margarine mixed with milk fat and frozen pie dough. They are also actively involved in operating "Fat Witch New York," a brownie specialty store from New York, and continue to challenge new initiatives that match current trends while utilizing the technology and know-how cultivated over 118 years since founding.
*Regarding "Japan's first": Based on company research as of September 2025 (for "babka specialty stores" within Japan)
