FIPGC Panettone World Cup Tokyo 2026
Overview
This is the historic, first-ever Panettone World Cup to be held in Tokyo. Organized by FIPGC Asia Bureau and co-organized by the Embassy of Italy in Tokyo and the Italian Cultural Institute, this competition is a premier event of the "Week of Italian Cuisine in the World."
Competition
Top-class artisans representing 8 countries from around the world will gather to compete for the title of the true world champion at this prestigious event.
Jury
Following the same standards as the World Cup held in Italy, the judging will be conducted at the highest level.
The President of FIPGC and previous World Cup champions will travel from Italy to Tokyo to serve as the official jury, ensuring the most professional and rigorous evaluation.
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Official Event Overview
【Dates】
October 28 (Wed) – October 29 (Thu), 2026
【Venue】
Italian Cultural Institute (Kudanshita, Tokyo) 2-1-30 Kudan-minami, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
【Organizer】
FIPGC Asia Bureau（ International Federation of Pastry, Gelato and Chocolate ）
【Co-organizers】
Embassy of Italy in Tokyo / Italian Cultural Institute
【Supporters】
ENIT (Italian National Tourist Board) / Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ICCJ) / Italo-Japanese Association / Associazione Cuochi Cucina Italiana (ACCI)
Competition Categories
- Classic
- Chocolate
- Pandoro
- Decoration
Main Schedule
October 28 (Wed):
- Opening Ceremony
- Public Judging (Pandoro & Chocolate)
October 29 (Thu):
- Public Judging (Classic & Decoration)
- Award Ceremony
- Anniversary Gala Reception
Participating Countries & Regions
Top-tier artisans from around the world, including winners of preliminary rounds, will gather in Tokyo.
- Italy
- France
- USA
- Mexico
- Ecuador
- Brazil
- Australia
- Singapore
- Taiwan
- Japan
(Additional countries to be confirmed following global preliminary rounds)
Contact Information
For all inquiries regarding the competition, registration, media, sponsorship, or any business operations, please contact the FIPGC Asia Bureau Secretariat.
Email: [email protected]
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About FIPGC
International Federation of Pastry, Gelato and Chocolate
The FIPGC is a world-renowned organization headquartered in Italy, dedicated to the global promotion and excellence of pastry, gelato, and chocolate.
With a presence in over 100 countries, the federation plays a central role in organizing the world’s most prestigious competitions and training professional artisans to uphold the highest standards of the craft.
As the official governing body, the FIPGC Asia Division organizes this historic Tokyo edition, bridging authentic Italian heritage with the precision and innovation of Asian craftsmanship.
https://www.federazionepasticceri.it/
FIPGC Asia Bureau , General Incorporated Association
About FIPGC Asia Bureau
As the official branch of FIPGC in the Asian region, we were established with the mission of promoting the culture of confectionery and baking—including pastry, bread, gelato, and chocolate—enhancing the skills of artisans, and fostering international exchange, thereby contributing to the development of culinary culture throughout Asia.
Our Activities
- Official Gateway to World Championships: Operating national selection events to ensure legitimate routes for participation in international competitions.
- Artisan Training and Standard Alignment: Cultivating talent and aligning technical standards in Asia with international benchmarks.
- Cultural Exchange and International Collaboration: Promoting projects in cooperation with FIPGC Headquarters in Italy to strengthen international ties.
- Events and Education: Planning and organizing various training sessions, workshops, and exhibition events.
Organization Overview
- Address: #704 Shiba Building, 4-7-6 Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0014, Japan
- Representative Director: Marco Paolo Molinari (FIPGC Head of Asia)
- Official E-mail: [email protected]
- Official Website: https://www.fipgc-asia.org