# Gilded Gold Leaf Pizzas Aoki's Golden Super Combo Pizza Boasts an Ultra-Opulent Form By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-04-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-super-combo-pizza References: [soranews24](https://soranews24.com/2024/04/03/japanese-pizza-chain-releases-gold-leaf-pizza-for-40000-yen/) & [value-press](https://www.value-press.com/pressrelease/334373)  Aoki's Golden Super Combo Pizza was debuted by the brand on April Fool's Day which caused many consumers to assume it was simply a joke menu item, but this isn't the case. The gilded menu item features a medium size that incorporates the brand's signature dough topped with its ultimate mixed pizza toppings including [pepperoni, bacon, Italian sausage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triple-crown-pepperoni-pizza), green pepper, onions mushrooms, [mozzarella cheese and extra cheese](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-xplosion). The pizza is then topped with real gold leaf to give it a shimmering aesthetic that will no doubt catch the eye of hungry diners. Aoki's Golden Super Combo Pizza is priced at 40,000 yen to give it a costly profile and is only being offered by the brand by sending them a direct message on X (formerly [Twitter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notifier)). Image Credit: Value Press ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 23% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Pizza Experiences:** Opportunities for high-end dining experiences to attract affluent customers looking for unique and extravagant options. - **Edible Gold Leaf Trend:** Exploring the use of gold leaf in food creations to elevate the visual appeal and luxury factor of dishes. - **Exclusive Menu Offerings:** Creating limited edition menu items to generate buzz and intrigue among consumers seeking unique dining experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Incorporating luxurious and exclusive menu items to cater to upscale clientele seeking premium dining experiences. - **Food and Beverage:** Integrating innovative ingredients like gold leaf into dishes to enhance the presentation and elevate the dining experience. - **Marketing and Promotion:** Utilizing limited-time offerings and unconventional marketing tactics to drive brand awareness and engagement with customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Indulgent Korean Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-quattro.md) - [Topping-Heavy Pizza Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/best-34.md) - [Dipping-Friendly Ice Cream Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-fondue-pizza.md) - [Gold Leaf-Topped Sliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rich-n-famous.md) - [Japanese Plum-Topped Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-new-star-umegherita.md) - [Hybrid Pizza Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-zaco.md) - [Gold-Infused Chili Crisp Oils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-chili-crisp-oil.md) - [Grotesque Halloween Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-pizza-campaign.md) - [Celebratory Dumpling-Topped Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-new-year-dumplings-pizza.md)