The Sirha Lyon 2025, the international temple of gastronomy and culinary art, has just drawn its curtains on a historic moment: the resounding victory of the Japanese team at the prestigious World Pastry Cup. This 18th edition will be remembered as the one where Japanese excellence demonstrated its absolute mastery of the pastry arts.
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Final Rankings of the 2025 World Pastry Cup
- 🥇 Japan – 5873 points
- Remarkable technical excellence
- Perfect harmony between tradition and modernity
- Stunning presentation
- 🥈 France – 5645 points
- Exceptional creativity
- Mastery of classic flavors
- Innovation in combinations
- 🥉 Italy – 5521 points
- Impressive architectural design
- Balanced flavors
- Impeccable technique
- Belgium – 5432 points
- Switzerland – 5367 points
- United States – 5298 points
- South Korea – 5245 points
- United Kingdom – 5187 points
An Impact on Global Pastry
This victory is not just Japan’s; it is also a win for a different vision of pastry. It confirms the growing trend of Asian influence in the world of high pastry, where technical precision meets minimalist aesthetics and a focus on subtle flavors.
A High-Stakes Competition
Facing fierce competition, particularly from the French and Italian teams, who placed second and third respectively, the Japanese maintained their legendary composure. Their performance underscores the growing importance of Sirha as a global showcase for pastry excellence.
Future Perspectives
This Japanese victory at Sirha 2025 may mark a turning point in the history of global pastry. It reminds us that pastry excellence knows no borders and that innovation can arise from the meeting of different culinary cultures.
For professionals in the field, this is a strong signal: the pastry of tomorrow will be global, technical, and more creative than ever. Sirha reaffirms its role as a crossroads of trends and an incubator for innovations that will shape the future of global gastronomy.
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©White Mirror (official photos) ©Studio Julien Bouvier (dish photos) World Pastry Cup 2025
