# Ornate Seasonal Confections Sembikiya's Decorative Chocolate Range is Inspired by Changing Weather By Jana Pijak | Published 2017-03-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sembikiya References: [en.rocketnews24](http://en.rocketnews24.com/2016/11/05/tokyo-confectioners-japanese-style-seasonal-chocolates-look-beautiful-enough-to-decorate-with/) & [entabe.jp](https://entabe.jp/news/gourmet/14144/ginza-sembikiya-tsukiji-shop-seasons-chocolate) Japanese confectioner Sembikiya launched this ornate chocolate range last year in celebration of the changing seasons. Each half orb treat is adorned with a different motif and boasts a varying color scheme and flavor profile. While the collection's winter-themed candy boasts a [metallic snowflake print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lindt-chocolate-snowflakes), its autumnal counterpart is adorned with a leaf symbol. Similarly, the collection's Spring flavor boasts a clover design, while its summer flavor is accented with a [floral pattern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-flowers-donuts). Offered in Sembikiya's shop in Ginza, these [seasonal chocolates are handmade and artisanal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exquisite-holiday-chocolates), boasting an aesthetic that almost makes them too beautiful to consume. The treats are a perfect gift option for those looking to impress foodies with a serious sweet tooth and are sure to satisfy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, 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 - **Seasonal Confections:** The trend of creating ornate and visually stunning confections that change with the seasons provides an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the dessert industry. - **Decorative Chocolate:** The trend of using intricate designs and motifs on chocolates opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the chocolate industry, allowing for unique and artistic creations. - **Handmade Artisanal Treats:** The trend of handmade and artisanal treats offers an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the gourmet food industry, allowing for the creation of personalized and high-quality products. ### Where This Applies - **Confectionery:** The confectionery industry can explore disruptive innovation by embracing the trend of creating ornate seasonal confections, incorporating unique flavors and visual elements to stand out in the market. - **Chocolate:** The chocolate industry has the chance to embrace disruptive innovation by incorporating intricate designs and motifs on chocolates, creating visually appealing and distinctive products. - **Gourmet Food:** The gourmet food industry can seize the opportunity of disruptive innovation by offering handmade and artisanal treats, focusing on quality and personalization to cater to the demand for unique and premium products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Seasonally Inspired Caramel Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bquet-confections-caramels.md) - [Autumn-Themed Japanese Snack Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autumn-splendor.md) - [Crystal Seaweed Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/misaky-tokyo.md) - [Curated Fall-Inspired Snack Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sakuraco-autumn-collection.md) - [Flora-Themed Candy Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-fantastical-flora-collection.md) - [Limited-Edition Floral Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hersheys-sakura-choco-donuts.md) - [Flavorful Fall-Enthused Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkinshaped-fall-bites.md) - [Sophisticated Mid-Autumn Festival Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariebelle-new-york.md) - [Sakura Dessert Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sakura-treat.md)