UNI COFFEE ROASTERY, operated by GRACE Inc. (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa; CEO: Yuta Sawamura), will offer a Valentine's season limited edition flavor of their popular "Smooth Basque Cheesecake" - the "Strawberry Chocolate Basque Cheesecake" - exclusively at their MARK IS Minato Mirai location starting January 14, 2026.
The "Smooth Basque Cheesecake" has been refined through numerous iterations by their patissier and features a signature "water bath baking" technique. This special edition uses luxurious couverture chocolate for a rich, deep chocolate flavor with a terrine-like smooth texture.
The dessert is topped with sweet-and-sour strawberry chocolate pieces, creating a visually appealing presentation. Each bite delivers the deep richness of winter chocolate paired with the refreshing aftertaste of seasonal strawberries - a reward dessert available only during this season. Enjoy this special moment with its charming appearance and heartwarming taste.
Valentine's Season Limited Edition "Strawberry Chocolate Basque Cheesecake"
Product Name: Strawberry Chocolate Basque Cheesecake
Price: ¥780 (tax included)
Sales Period: January 14, 2026 to February 14, 2026
Sales Location: MARK IS Minato Mirai
- Address: MARK IS Minato Mirai B4F, 3-5-1 Minato Mirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 220-0012
About "Smooth Basque Cheesecake"
Born from the desire to "allow more people to enjoy this delicious treat both at our stores and at home," this signature item was perfected through numerous refinements by UNI COFFEE ROASTERY's patissier.
The key to its deliciousness lies in the "water bath baking" method - placing hot water in the oven tray and steaming the batter-filled heat-resistant containers. This technique creates a "crispy" baked cheese-like top, a "moist" outer layer, and a "creamy" rare-like center with three distinct textures.
This depth of flavor and three different textures provide an ultimate experience filled with "mouthfeel bliss." When you take a bite, the gentle sweetness and moderate acidity of the cheese, along with a subtle saltiness that accentuates the flavor profile, combine harmoniously and melt smoothly on your tongue.
The "Smooth Basque Cheesecake" is available at all UNI COFFEE ROASTERY locations. When you're in the area, be sure to experience this impressively delicious treat.
▶︎ Store list available here
Smooth Basque Cheesecake
MARK IS Minato Mirai Limited - Strawberry Chocolate Basque Cheesecake
About UNI COFFEE ROASTERY
A Yokohama-based cafe and roastery operating under the mission "Refresh the World" - energizing people with a single cup of coffee, moving communities, and refreshing the world. The company implements unique initiatives to increase expressions of gratitude, including the "Thank You Card" (free coffee tickets for expressing appreciation) and "UNI Pay" app service (free size upgrades).
Since opening their first location in April 2020, they have been actively expanding to diverse locations centered in Yokohama, including the former Tycoon site (beloved as a Yokohama symbol), government offices, and regional cities. The company also focuses on initiatives toward a sustainable society, including economic support for coffee-producing regions through bean purchases and research on coffee grounds recycling.
- Official website: https://unicoffeeroastery.jp/
- Official X: https://x.com/ucr_yokohama
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unicoffeeroastery/
GRACE Inc.
On their 10th anniversary, the company rebranded as a "regeneration company" developing multiple businesses under three regeneration themes: Reuse, Rebuild, and Refresh. On November 1, 2022, they entered into a joint research agreement with Yokohama National University to develop new products utilizing cellulose nanofiber derived from coffee grounds and other food waste.
The company has also strengthened its focus on regional revitalization and industry-academia collaboration in recent years, signing partnership agreements with Otsuki City, Yamanashi (September 15, 2022), Komatsu City, Ishikawa (November 30, 2022), Kushiro City, Hokkaido (December 5, 2022), and Namegata City, Ibaraki (July 20, 2023).
- Business Areas: Reuse Business / Car Reuse Business / Business Consulting / DX Promotion / Cafe Restaurant Business
- Number of Employees: Approximately 650
- Company Website: https://gr1.jp/
