Valentine Chocolat Collection 2026 at Kintetsu Department Store Abeno Harukas - January 17 to February 14, 2026
The Valentine Chocolat Collection 2026 starts on January 17 (Saturday) at Kintetsu Department Store Abeno Harukas. This year's theme is "Chocoland". Valentine's venues are evolving beyond just a place to purchase chocolate into festival-like theme parks offering exciting experiences. Taking this trend forward, the collection will feature new ways to enjoy chocolate and special items that go beyond just chocolate, allowing visitors to immerse themselves more deeply in the experience. The event spans 29 days filled with highlights including brands making their first Kansai appearance and exclusive Kintetsu products from famous brands.
Valentine Chocolat Collection 2026 Overview
Period: January 17 (Saturday) to February 14 (Saturday), 2026 - 29 days
Location: Kintetsu Department Store Abeno Harukas Wing Building 9F Event Hall and other locations
Number of brands: Approximately 160
This year's theme: "Chocoland"
Highlights of This Year
① Popular confectionery shops like "Chez Shibata" and "Club Harie" make their debut!
② Collaborative chocolates "only here, only now" appear in a diverse lineup.
③ The new Valentine's standard, now trending "chocolate confections"
④ Beyond just chocolate! Special items that transcend the boundaries of sweets.
Popular Confectionery Shops Like "Chez Shibata" and "Club Harie" Make Their Debut!
[First Appearance] Chez Shibata
A confectionery shop based in the Tokai region with stores both domestically and internationally. They create original sweets with unique sensibility based on French pastry traditions and techniques.
Pastry Chocola - 9 pieces - ¥4,212
Bonbon chocolates inspired by popular cakes from Chez Shibata. They express the image of cakes not only in taste but also in appearance. "Thai Milk Tea Cake" and "Infini Mon Vanille" are new creations for 2026.
[First Appearance] Club Harie
※Available January 28 (Wednesday) to February 14 (Saturday) at Tower Building 2F Event Space
The confectionery brand "Club Harie" from Shiga Prefecture makes its first appearance at the Valentine Chocolat Collection. They specially prepared pound cakes exclusive to Kintetsu that leverage the deliciousness of their Baumkuchen with enjoyable various textures.
[Kintetsu Exclusive]
Baum Chocola Pound Caramel - 1 piece (approx. 8cm height) - ¥2,160
A chocolate pound cake mixed with homemade Baum milk, wrapped around chunks of Baumkuchen and baked. The deep richness born from the combination of chocolate with sweet caramel aroma, crispy baked Baumkuchen, and smooth caramel sauce with a hint of salt. You can enjoy various textures and flavors that layer together in this Valentine's-only deliciousness.
Chocola Baum - 1 piece (approx. 12cm diameter) - ¥2,862
An essential item for Club Harie's Valentine's collection, combining Baumkuchen with ganache.
Six different combinations with various ingredients. You can enjoy the melted ganache and fluffy dough by warming before serving.
Heart Brownie 10 Pieces - 1 box (10 pieces) - ¥2,376
Heart brownies with rich texture made abundantly with macadamia nuts and cashew nuts. Heart-shaped puzzle pieces feature motifs inside, delivering excitement when opening the box. There are 24 different motifs including hearts, stars, and bears.
"Only Here, Only Now" Collaborative Chocolates Appear in an Abundant Lineup
Collaboration Products with Osaka Strawberry "Harukasumairu" from 5 Brands - Kintetsu Exclusive!
Collaboration products with Osaka strawberry "Harukasumairu" grown at Kintetsu Department Store's own farm will be featured. Following last year's popularity, this year features collaboration products from 5 brands, all exclusive to Kintetsu. Enjoy these special Valentine's-limited products available only here at the venue.
View "Collaboration Chocolate" details
The New Valentine's Standard - Now Trending "Chocolate Confections"
With recent reports about rising cocoa prices, "chocolate confections" that fully utilize the flavor of cocoa while combining it with various ingredients for blissful moments are gaining attention. The collection features a diverse range of products transcending genres including tarts, dorayaki, and donuts. You can enjoy the satisfaction and bliss of indulging in chocolate to your heart's content.
View "Chocolate Confections" details
Chocolate Parfait Exhibition
This year, with the theme of "colorful", colorful parfaits created by chocolatiers from each brand will appear daily. You can enjoy encounters with new parfaits every day.
Period: January 17 (Saturday) to 27 (Tuesday) - 11 days
※Numbered tickets will be distributed for all menus. (First 100 tickets each day)
View "Chocolate Parfait Exhibition" details
Beyond Just Chocolate! Special Items That Transcend Sweets
The collection features advance sales of collaboration bags between popular bag brand "Ball & Chain" and various chocolate brands. Additionally, "PAIRING BAR" makes its debut, offering 6 types of wine and chocolate pairings, creating an adult Valentine's experience. Other unique items include a new sensory coffee product with 0% cacao beans that allows you to experience coffee aroma more intensely and longer than drinking it. These items offer new Valentine's special moments as gifts for those who don't like sweets, personal rewards, or items to enjoy with family and friends.
Advance Sales of Collaboration Bags with "Ball & Chain" and Chocolate Brands
Cute bags perfectly matching each chocolate brand's image will be available for advance sale.
[Advance Sale]
Mère de Chocolat
Collaboration Bag - Approx. W21 to 37 x H27 x D12cm - ¥5,500 each
[Advance Sale]
Del Rey
Collaboration Bag - Approx. W21 to 37 x H27 x D12cm - ¥5,500
※Sales: January 17 (Saturday) to 27 (Tuesday)
[Advance Sale]
Ball & Chain x Del Rey Collaboration Set
Collaboration Bag + Chocolate - 1 box (6 pieces) - ¥11,000 ※Sales: From January 28 (Wednesday)
[Advance Sale]
Caffarel
Collaboration Bag - Approx. W21 to 37 x H27 x D12cm - ¥5,500 each
[Advance Sale]
Désirée
Collaboration Bag - Approx. W21 to 37 x H27 x D12cm - ¥5,500
[Sales Location]
January 17 (Saturday) to 27 (Tuesday): Tower Building 9F Special Venue
January 28 (Wednesday) to February 14 (Saturday): Wing Building 9F "Valentine Chocolat Collection" at each shop
※While supplies last
※Some design elements such as handles and tags, and sizes may be subject to change.
"PAIRING BAR" Makes Its Debut - Wine × Chocolate - Enjoy Luxurious Pairings
"Canadian Ice Wine Gallery" and "John Kanaya" collaborate to debut PAIRING BAR, offering 6 types of wine and chocolate pairings. Experience exquisite pairings such as today's ice wine × olive, peach wine × dried tomato basil, where the sweetness of wine and the sweetness and acidity of chocolate and ingredients create perfect harmony.
Today's Ice Wine 1 glass (approx. 30ml) × Récolte de Chocolat (Olive) 2 pieces - ¥1,430
A pairing experience of extremely sweet ice wine and olives wrapped in chocolate.
Peach Wine 1 glass (approx. 50ml) × Récolte de Chocolat (Dried Tomato Basil) 2 pieces - ¥1,320
Fruit wine with subtle sweetness perfectly matches the sweetness of chocolate and acidity of tomatoes.
"PAIRING BAR"
Period: January 17 (Saturday) to February 14 (Saturday) - Last order 7:20 PM
※February 5 (Thursday): 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM - Last order 6:20 PM
Location: Wing Building 9F "Canadian Ice Wine Gallery"
※Orders limited to 3 times per person.
※From the second order onwards, you can order wine and chocolate separately.
※Depending on the day's crowding, seating may be limited to approximately 20 minutes.
"Not Chocolate!?" New Sensory Coffee Product Makes First Department Store Event Appearance
"YOINED" is a new sensory coffee product with 0% cacao beans that allows you to experience coffee aroma more intensely and longer than drinking it. You can enjoy the lingering experience that captivates coffee lovers. Perfect as a personal reward or gift for coffee enthusiasts, creating special Valentine's moments.
YOINED
6 pieces (Colombia 3 pieces, Guatemala 3 pieces)
¥3,240
※Prices include tax.
※Please excuse us if items sell out.
※Photos are for illustration purposes.
