Limited 4-Day Release! 'Large Round Melon Shortcake' Made with 5L Giant 'Takami Melon'!

Taiyo-sha Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: 293 Iikura, Chiba Prefecture, Chosei City, Representative Director: Masakatsu Kataoka), which operates the long-standing confectionery store 'Ophisque du Soleil' in Chiba Prefecture, will sell the 'Large Round Melon Shortcake,' made with a 5L giant 'Takami Melon' from Iioka, Chiba Prefecture, for a limited time of 4 days in July this year as well.

An overwhelming size of 5L.

The impressive juice content and sweetness unique to Iioka Takami Melon.

The sales period is only '4 days'.

A must-have summer sweet treat from Ophisque du Soleil that sells out every year.

This year as well, we will deliver the luxury of 'once a year only'. Please do not miss this opportunity this year as well.

Sales Dates and Stores

【Sales Dates】

【Sales Stores】

July 5th (Sun)

Main Store 9:00~

July 12th (Sun)

Main Store, Kamiiso Store 9:00~

July 19th (Sun)

Main Store, Togane Store 9:00~

July 26th (Sun)

Main Store, Narita Store 9:00~

Product Information

【Product Name】

Large Round Melon Shortcake

【Price】

1,500 yen (tax included) per cut

【Best Before】

Same day

*Note: This product is limited in quantity and will end as soon as it sells out.

【Both 'Instagrammable' and 'Tasty'】 The legendary 'Large Round Melon Shortcake,' which records a big buzz every year, is a cute cut dessert.

360 degrees, no matter where you cut, it's packed with fruit.

No matter where you look, it's beautifully cut.

The beauty of the cut section that appears at the moment of cutting is a 'cute cut dessert' that causes a sensation on SNS every year, the 'Large Round Melon Shortcake'.

'It's so big!'

Every time it arrives at the store, even our staff are surprised. The 5L super large size 'Takami Melon,' which is rarely encountered in the market. Using this giant melon, which has ripened to be very sweet at its peak of deliciousness, Ophisque du Soleil's summer specialty sweet has been made into a cake with the whole melon in a luxurious way.

The large round Takami melon is carved out whole, and our proud fluffy sponge, rich milky fresh cream, sweet and sour strawberries, and melon flesh overflowing with juice are layered tightly like a mille-feuille, beautifully married into a luxurious item.

The cut section is a visual impact that pierces the heart the moment you see it!

And above all—

The 'Large Round Melon Shortcake' is a dessert that doesn't end with just 'Instagrammable'. It's a serious item that doesn't let you say you were deceived by its appearance, and we've gone all out on the ingredients.

What we use is the 'Iioka Takami Melon,' where the essence is 'overflowing juice' and 'melting flesh'. It's a premium fruit for summer only, so juicy that it's said to be 'drinkable'.

Of course, the fun of the cute cut, and the ultimate happiness that spreads in your mouth, please enjoy it this year as well.

About the Size of the Melon

Already watermelon level! Beyond 'Instagrammable', a big size!

*Note: The left is the general size of a melon, and the right is the 5L size Takami melon used in the 'Large Round Melon Shortcake'.

The melon used in the 'Large Round Melon Shortcake' is a super big size that cannot be compared with a general melon.

The difference in size is obvious. This impact is conveyed even through the photo!

When lined up in the showcase, it stands out so much that customers who visit the store can't help but stop and look at it. The volume is on a 'watermelon level' scale!

However, the seasonal Takami melon is not just big.

About the Melon

Why does Ophisque du Soleil choose 'Iioka Takami Melon'?

A special high-class melon for summer only, worthy of the name 'Takami'.

'Takami Melon' is known as a high-quality melon with a 'precious taste' as its name suggests, written in kanji as '貴味（たかみ）メロン'. Among them, the one chosen by Ophisque du Soleil is the 'Iioka Takami Melon,' the first cultivation site. Of course, the deliciousness, but we were moved by the sight of producers who do not spare time and effort and cherish the way they grow.

Four promises of 'Iioka Takami Melon' that Ophisque du Soleil is obsessed with

'Sweetness with no misses' with a sugar content of 15 degrees or higher

Only those that have passed strict inspections by inspectors are shipped. The high sugar content and stable quality allow us to confidently say that there are 'no hits and misses' and is a major attraction of Iioka Takami Melon.

'The best ripening period' judged by professionals

Professional farmers confirm each melon for a slight sign (the ring of the separation layer around the stem) just before the fruit naturally separates from the branch when the sugar content has fully risen. They are harvested at the best timing.

'Lovingly' cultivated slowly like family

Starting with seed sowing in early February, seedling production, transplanting to the field, pollination by bees, fruiting, and then harvesting takes about half a year. During this time, we continue daily pruning work and temperature management without fail, and finally welcome the day of harvest. Like raising our own children, they are raised with plenty of love and time.

'Safe and secure quality' guarded by many people

As the harvest season approaches, inspectors visit the fields and check the condition of the fields directly with the producers. After confirming the sugar content inspection and cultivation records, only fields that meet the standards are allowed to be harvested. Furthermore, at the collection point, inspectors re-check for injuries and mold, etc., from melons packed in boxes by grade before shipping. Only melons with reliable quality that have passed through many strict eyes are delivered.

What moved us the most about this story was the deep affection of the producers for the melon. In fact, the sweets we create also have a sense of attachment to each one, and we cherish them like our own children. Therefore, we strongly wished to match the carefully raised melon with our precious sweets and chose the 'Iioka Takami Melon'.

Grower: Hideaki Ito

Hideaki Ito's dedicated way of growing

In the summer, soil disinfection is carried out to maintain strong tree vigor while carefully managing the melon trees so that they do not wilt. Pesticide spraying and foliar spraying are thoroughly carried out to prevent diseases while growing them healthily. During the harvest season, the ripeness of each melon is determined, and by harvesting in several batches, the best condition is determined.

In addition, instead of greenhouse cultivation, 'open-field cultivation' is adopted, utilizing the power of nature. The melons are grown using natural rain and no more watering than necessary.

Melons are fruits rich in water, but if too much water is given before harvest, the fruit will contain too much water, making it difficult for the sugar content to rise, and the taste and aroma may become blurred. On the other hand, by growing with water restricted, the melon tries to protect itself from drought, making it easier to store sugar and amino acids in the fruit. This physiological phenomenon is called 'water stress' and enhances sweetness and aroma, leading to a richer taste.

Through the combination of such blessings of nature and Ito's long-cultivated cultivation technology and thorough management, a delicious melon is born with umami concentrated in each one.

Surprisingly abundant juice and smooth flesh

Iioka's Takami melon, which grows by receiving plenty of the pleasant sea breeze of Kujuuri and the blessings of the sun.

In fact, our local area of Iioka in Chiba Prefecture is also known as the first region in Japan to produce Takami melons and boasts one of the highest quality in the country.