GELATO BRAVO Makes Highly-Anticipated Debut at Marunouchi Building's MARUCUBE for 2026 Valentine's

On February 6, 2026, the Valentine's season at Marunouchi kicks off with an event symbolizing the district's refined taste. Among the many brands showcased, one that's drawing exceptional attention this year is GELATO BRAVO (Gelato Bravo), a gelato specialty shop located in the basement of the Marunouchi Building, making its first appearance at the venue.

The star attraction is Brutti ma Buoni, a traditional baked confection from the Piedmont region of Northern Italy. The name translates to "ugly (brutti) but delicious (buoni)" in Italian, and this uniquely named sweet has been elevated to a premium delicacy through the shop's dedication to quality.

Minimal Meringue, Maximum Amazon Cacao Character

The most striking feature is the bold approach to ingredients. Compared to typical Brutti ma Buoni, meringue is reduced to the absolute minimum. By cutting the binder to near-zero, the natural flavor of the star ingredient comes through directly, creating an exceptionally luxurious taste.

Brutti ma Buoni with minimal meringue highlighting Amazon cacao

A Uniquely Rich Aroma

The base ingredient features a rare "Amazon Cacao," crafted by Chef Tetsuo Ota, who has garnered significant attention in the culinary world, in an original blend. One bite releases the cacao's inherent fruity acidity and powerful aroma, vividly redefining the image of "traditional confections."

Amazon cacao showcasing rich, aromatic character

Handcrafted Freshness from the On-Site Kitchen at Marunouchi Building

What supports this quality is a thorough commitment to on-site production. These Brutti ma Buoni are baked one by one with care by artisans in the in-store kitchen at GELATO BRAVO Marunouchi Building, located just one floor below the event venue. True to the philosophy of "delivering ingredients' vitality as-is," the exquisite texture is followed by a rich yet light aftertaste of Amazon cacao. It's a luxurious finish that can only be experienced here, where the discerning eye of a craft gelato specialty shop meets on-site craftsmanship.

Highlighting natural ingredient flavors without excess sugar

Sophisticated Valentine's Treats for Discerning Adults in Marunouchi

With restrained sweetness and pronounced ingredient character, these treats are ideal gifts for adults who appreciate fine wine or whisky.

On the first floor of the Marunouchi Building, in the open and airy atrium of MARUCUBE, discover the limited Valentine's flavor—a crystallization of artisan craftsmanship and cacao nurtured by the Amazon rainforest—available for just nine days until February 14. As one of the most refined offerings to grace Valentine's 2026, it's poised to win the hearts of sophisticated audiences.

ECO-friendly paulownia-patterned packaging made from recycled milk cartons