Kiyoizumi Chocolate
Although not a major brand with a large product line, Kiyoizumi produces premium artisanal chocolate that combines traditional Japanese flavours with European chocolate-making expertise.
These chocolates feature combinations of Kyoto-Uji matcha and roasted hōjicha (Japanese green/roasted tea), creating a harmonious, complex flavour with notes of green tea and the caramel undertones of roasted tea. Produced in small batches with a focus on quality ingredients, handcrafting and careful attention to aroma, Kiyoizumi chocolate is designed for those seeking unique Japanese-inspired flavours, turning chocolate into a delicate tasting experience rather than a mass-market sweet.
History and philosophy
While Kiyoizumi is not widely known as a chocolate brand, it is rooted in the Kiyosumi-Shirakawa area of Tokyo — a cosy neighbourhood celebrated for its artistic atmosphere, coffee culture and high-end artisan products. Here, niche chocolate workshops and cafés craft chocolates with love, using original local ingredients and Japanese flavour motifs.
These chocolates are ideal as gifts, gourmet presents, or for connoisseurs seeking a unique taste of Japan.
