“Basque” is part of the product name describing a type of cake; it does not indicate where the ingredients come from or where the cake is made. iBASQUE is the name of a shop on Rakuten Ichiba, and from a single product page you choose the flavor and number of size No. 4 (about 12cm in diameter) Basque cheesecakes to buy. The listed quantity and ingredients change by flavor, and the scope of the allergen labeling is also unclear in places. In this article, we have organized five points by source: quantity, shelf life, ingredient labeling, gift options, and reviews.
Prices and stock are subject to change. Notes are collected at the end of this article.
What We Confirmed
- Quantity and how many people it serves (quantity by flavor)
- Storage method, shelf life, and thawing guidance
- Ingredients and allergen labeling
- Whether it works as a gift
- Trends in public reviews
Basic Information
This table transcribes what is stated on the product page. However, the “not confirmed” labels and any notes we add are our own.
| Product name | iBASQUE Basque cheesecake, size No. 4 (about 12cm in diameter, serves 2–4), gluten-free, no wheat, frozenSource: Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed October 5, 2026). The product name shown on the Rakuten page includes words for gift-giving and seasonal occasions and a ranking display by the seller. Because we could not confirm the organizer, category, or date of the ranking, we do not show it, and we have tidied the name ourselves. |
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| Product type (name) | Not confirmed |
| Quantity | One whole cake in size No. 4 (about 12cm in diameter). Quantity by flavor: plain 330g / apple 380g / matcha 330g / pistachio 330g. The product name says it serves 2–4, while an explanatory image on the product page says it is sized for about 3–4, so the listings vary. The total weight of the set products is not confirmedSource: product name and description on the Rakuten Ichiba product page, explanatory images on the product page |
| What changes with your selection | The purchase options are a [single item] of plain, apple, matcha, or pistachio; a [2-flavor set] of plain plus one of pistachio, matcha, or apple; and a [set of 2] plain cakes. An original paper bag is a paid option (none / 1 / 2)Source: purchase options on the Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed October 5, 2026; subject to change) |
| Storage method | Frozen. The shop states that it is quick-frozen and vacuum-packed, with no added preservatives. We could not find a storage method in the product description sectionSource: explanatory images on the product page |
| Best-before date | Stated as 180 days frozen from the production dateSource: explanatory images on the product page |
| Shelf life after thawing | Stated as 5 days after thawingSource: explanatory images on the product page |
| Origin of ingredients | Listed by ingredient. Cream cheese from New Zealand and Hokkaido, fresh cream from Hokkaido, apples in the apple flavor from Aomori Prefecture, matcha in the matcha flavor from Kyoto Prefecture, and pistachios in the pistachio flavor from Italy. In addition, an explanatory image says the rice flour is from Ibaraki and the eggs are from KyotoSource: product description on the Rakuten Ichiba product page, explanatory images on the product page |
| Place of processing | Not confirmed |
| Condition / how to eat | A cake delivered frozen. The shop states that thawing instructions are included in the package. We could not find any mention of heatingSource: explanatory images on the product page |
| How to thaw | The shop states that the steps are written in the included instructions; the content of the steps is not confirmedSource: explanatory images on the product page |
| Shipping | The shipping method (type of refrigerated/frozen delivery) is not confirmed; please check the product page. The shop states that orders ship within 3 business days at the earliest (after payment is confirmed), and that delivery to Hokkaido, Okinawa, remote islands, and similar areas may take 2–3 days to arrive. Delivery date and time are entered when ordering, according to the shopSource: explanatory images on the product page (viewed October 5, 2026; subject to change) |
| Manufacturer | Not confirmed |
| Shop | iBASQUE (Rakuten Ichiba) |
Prices change, so we do not list them. Please check the latest price and stock at the link above.
Ingredients and Allergen Labeling
- Plain: cream cheese (New Zealand, Hokkaido), fresh cream (Hokkaido), granulated sugar, eggs, fermented milk, rice flour, powdered starch syrup, stabilizer (locust bean gum)
- Apple: the plain ingredients plus apples (Aomori Prefecture)
- Matcha: the plain ingredients plus matcha (Kyoto Prefecture)
- Pistachio: the plain ingredients plus pistachios (Italy), vegetable oil, glucose, and colorings (Yellow No. 4, Blue No. 1)
- Allergens: the only statement that the product contains milk, soybeans, and gelatin is at the end of the pistachio line in the product description. We could not find a similar statement in the lines for the other flavors
- The use of rice flour and the labels “no wheat” and “gluten-free” appear in the product name and in explanatory images on the product page
Source: product description and product name on the Rakuten Ichiba product page, explanatory images on the product page (viewed October 5, 2026)
The scope of the allergen labeling is hard to read. Eggs appear in the ingredient list, but eggs are not included in the allergen statement above, and soybeans and gelatin do not appear in the ingredient list. This article does not state for certain whether any specific item is or is not contained. Before buying, check the product page, and after it arrives, check the food information label, assuming it may contain milk, eggs, soybeans, gelatin, or other items.
Reference: Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling” (viewed October 5, 2026)
Five Things to Check Before Buying
| Item to check | For this product | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Quantity / servings | One whole cake in size No. 4 (about 12cm in diameter). Plain 330g / apple 380g / matcha 330g / pistachio 330g. Servings vary between listings: 2–4 in the product name and about 3–4 in an explanatory image | Product name, product description, and explanatory images on the product page |
| 2. Storage and shelf life | Frozen. Best-before stated as 180 days frozen from the production date, and 5 days after thawing. The storage method is not in the product description section but is given in an explanatory image | Explanatory images on the product page |
| 3. Ingredients and allergen labeling | Ingredients are listed by flavor. The only allergen statement is at the end of the pistachio line (milk, soybeans, gelatin); eggs are not mentioned, so the scope is unclear. Check the product page before buying | Product description on the product page |
| 4. Suitable as a gift? | Noshi (gift wrapping label) is shown as available, with 5 inscription choices. Message cards are paid. The box type (gift box or simple gift box) is not confirmed | Gift section of the product page, explanatory images on the product page |
| 5. Review trends | Rated 4.8/5 on Rakuten Ichiba (485 reviews). Within the 65 reviews we read—59 in the standard order (Rakuten’s default; posted November 2025 to September 2026, latest September 2026), plus 1 at 2★ and 5 at 3★ (none at 1★)—many mentioned richness, smoothness, or being gluten-free, while some posts said the size was on the small side or that the cheese flavor or sweetness did not suit their taste. These are trends within what we read and may not reflect the product’s current condition | Rakuten customer reviews (“Minna no Review”) (viewed October 5, 2026) |
Suitable as a Gift?
The gift section of the product page shows that noshi is available. Other options are based on the guidance in explanatory images on the product page. The “free” and “paid” labels below reflect the guidance as of October 5, 2026, and may change.
- Noshi: free. The shop states that you choose the inscription from 5 types: celebration, a small token of appreciation, New Year’s greeting (gift), oseibo (year-end gift), and ochugen (mid-year gift). The shop states that names cannot be printed on the noshi (explanatory image)
- Message card: paid. The shop states there are 6 types—celebration, Mother’s Day/Father’s Day, thanks, birthday, Respect for the Aged Day, and Christmas—and that the message wording cannot be changed (explanatory image)
- Original paper bag: available as a purchase option, paid (choose none, 1, or 2)
- Box: we could not find whether it comes in a gift box or a simple gift box in the explanatory images or on the product page, so this is not confirmed. Among the reviews we read, 3 posts said the box was stylish
- Delivery date: the shop states that you enter the delivery date and time when ordering; if you do not, it ships at the earliest timing. Among the reviews we read, 2 posts said it was helpful to be able to specify a date well in advance
Source: Rakuten Ichiba product page, explanatory images on the product page, Rakuten customer reviews (viewed October 5, 2026)
Because it arrives frozen and the shop states it keeps for 5 days after thawing, the recipient’s freezer space and their plans for thawing and eating it matter. Of the 59 reviews in the standard order, 10 said they bought it as a gift or to send to relatives or acquaintances, and 5 of those mentioned that it was well received.
What Public Reviews Say
We organized the Rakuten Ichiba product reviews by topic. Rating figures are as of the time we viewed them and will change.
| Site | Rating | Reviews | Viewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rakuten customer reviews (product page) | 4.8 / 5 | 485 | October 5, 2026 |
Rating breakdown: 5★ 397 / 4★ 82 / 3★ 5 / 2★ 1 / 1★ 0 (as shown on Rakuten Ichiba, viewed October 5, 2026)
What we read: 59 reviews in the standard order, plus 1 at 2★ and 5 at 3★ (none at 1★), 65 in total. Details such as the posting period are in item 5 of “Five Things to Check Before Buying.” These are trends within what we read and may not reflect the product’s current condition. The shop states that a free extra is included if you choose to write a review (explanatory image), and 10 of the posts we read mentioned the extra.
What Reviewers Praise
Richness, depth, and cheese flavor
Of the 59 reviews in the standard order, 24 mentioned richness, depth, or cheese flavor, including posts describing it as rich without being heavy. All were posted within the last 2 years.
Smooth, moist texture
13 of the 59 posts mentioned texture with words such as smooth, moist, fluffy, or melting. There were also 2 posts saying they ate it half-thawed.
Not too sweet, not cloying
14 of the 59 posts found it lightly sweet, not too sweet, not cloying, not heavy, or light. However, as noted under “What Reviewers Note” below, some posts found it sweet, so impressions vary.
Gluten-free (rice flour)
12 of the 59 posts mentioned being gluten-free or the use of rice flour. One of them was from someone with a wheat allergy who said they could eat it when the cakes they can eat are limited. For the scope of the allergen labeling, see the “Ingredients and Allergen Labeling” section.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed October 5, 2026)
What Reviewers Note
Size and amount on the small side
10 of the 59 reviews in the standard order and 2 of the 5 at 3★, 12 in total, said it was on the small side or that they wanted a little more. All were posted within the last 2 years. 8 of those 10 in the standard order said that although it felt small, they were satisfied or it was just right. One post from a family of 7 wished there were a slightly larger size.
How to check: the cake’s diameter, quantity, and servings are summarized by source in the “Quantity” row of “Basic Information” in this article.
Cheese flavor or sweetness did not suit their taste
3 of the 6 reviews at 2★ and 3★ fit this. The 2★ review felt the cheese flavor was weak; of the two 3★ reviews, one did not taste much cheese and found it sweet, and the other found it softer and milkier than expected. Among the 59 in the standard order, 1 post said it might not be enough for people who prefer a rich, dense type.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed October 5, 2026)
Who It Suits / Who Should Be Careful
Who It Suits
- You are looking for a size No. 4 Basque cheesecake delivered frozen, with a choice of flavors
- You want to keep it frozen and choose when to eat it (stated as 180 days frozen from the production date)
- You want to give it with a chosen noshi inscription (after checking the guidance on the product page)
Who Should Be Careful
- You have a food allergy (the allergen statement is only in the pistachio line, so the scope is unclear)
- You plan to share it among many people (listed as about 12cm in diameter, serving 2–4 or about 3–4; 12 reviews said the size was on the small side)
- You want to know the thawing steps in advance (the steps are in the included instructions; their content is not confirmed)
- You want a rich, dense type (reviews were divided on this point)
Prices, stock, shipping fees, and delivery dates are subject to change. This article’s information-as-of date is October 5, 2026. Please be sure to check the listing at the link before purchasing.
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Summary
- One whole size No. 4 cake (about 12cm in diameter), with a choice of flavors. Quantity is plain 330g / apple 380g / matcha 330g / pistachio 330g, and servings vary between 2–4 in the product name and about 3–4 in an explanatory image
- The best-before date is stated as 180 days frozen from the production date, and 5 days after thawing. The thawing steps are in the included instructions, and their content is not confirmed
- The allergen statement is only in the pistachio line and its scope is unclear, so check the product page before buying and the food information label after it arrives
Related Pages
This article organizes information published on various retail and review sites. Product details such as quantity, storage method, and ingredients are subject to change. Please check the seller’s listing for the latest information.
Comments on taste or quality are summarized from third-party posts cited with their source, and are not Ochinity’s own evaluation. Our approach to writing articles is described in our Editorial Policy.
Information as of: October 5, 2026 / Sources: Rakuten Ichiba “iBASQUE” product page and the explanatory images on that page, Rakuten customer reviews, Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling”
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