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Sapporo's rooftop MoonLight Hokkaido Bistro & Bar is holding a limited two-day anniversary event on April 18 and 19, 2026, featuring a special French course with rare Homard bleu, Tokachi herb beef, and classic French preparation techniques.
A travel guide to the best things to do in Sendai — from Sendai Castle ruins and Zuihoden Mausoleum to gyutan beef tongue and zunda shakes. Includes Matsushima day trip, Akiu Onsen, seasonal festivals, and practical tips on access and getting around.
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo's main dining Italian restaurant Il Teatro welcomes Alberto Folcorin as Executive Chef from March 2026, with a new spring menu launching on April 13.
The French-Italian restaurant L'ART ET MIKUNI, located inside the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, is offering a limited-time spring course from March 17 to May 10, 2026, featuring seasonal ingredients paired with rare spring sake.
The Michi-no-Eki Gourmet Hyakkaten makes its debut at Daimaru Kobe Store from March 25 to 31, bringing together approximately 15 roadside stations from across Japan with their beloved local specialties and ready-made dishes.
Three restaurants at Hotel New Otani Osaka are offering limited-time menus inspired by the bond between Toyotomi Hideyoshi and his brother Hidenaga, available from March 1 through April 19, 2026.
Gran Cafe at Sheraton Grande Tokyo Bay Hotel is holding a Nagasaki & Saga Gourmet Fair from March 1 to April 30, 2026, featuring regional dishes from both prefectures supervised by the executive chef of Nagasaki Marriott Hotel.
A limited summer grill menu is available aboard Shin Nihonkai Ferry Co., Ltd. ferries from June 8 to September 6, 2026, showcasing Hokkaido seasonal ingredients in full-course dining at sea.
A limited-time pairing dinner course, "Le Printemps," is available at Top of Yokohama Teppanyaki & Dining through March 31, 2026, pairing dishes made with Kanagawa-sourced ingredients with wines selected from around the world.
From spring through autumn, five restaurants operated by Positive Dream Persons are rolling out open-air beer terrace plans, where guests can enjoy seasonal cuisine and drinks under the open sky.
Starting March 24, the Rainbow Bridge View Dining & Champagne Bar Manhattan at Hotel InterContinental Tokyo Bay launches a new lunch plan combining a cold appetizer buffet, freshly baked bread, a made-to-order grilled French main course, and an elegant dessert buffet with panoramic Tokyo Bay views.
The classic New York steakhouse Smith & Wollensky is opening its first Japan location in Ginza. Reservations open on March 27, 2026, ahead of the May 1 grand opening.
Western restaurant Bella Vista on the 40th floor of Hotel New Otani Tokyo is adding two spring dishes to its menu from March 10, 2026 — white asparagus fritto and a sakura shrimp spaghettini.
On March 24, 2026, est — the five-consecutive-year Michelin-starred restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi — will host a one-day-only dessert collaboration featuring guest pâtissière Asuka Otowa of Otowa Restaurant and resident Executive Pastry Chef Michele Abbatemarco.
Starting March 1, Hachikian Marutamachi in Kyoto's Sakyo Ward launches a range of spring limited menus featuring seasonal ingredients such as bamboo shoots, rape blossoms, and wild mountain vegetables paired with Kyoto Red Chicken and Kyoto Duck.
Starting March 1, 2026, the Chinese dining restaurant Precious ONO HAKATA at The Royal Park Hotel Fukuoka celebrates five years with a special anniversary lunch course featuring creative dishes, a buffet, and an optional all-you-can-drink plan.
To mark its 45th anniversary, Kobe Portopia Hotel holds a spring restaurant fair from March 1 to April 30, 2026, featuring seasonal mountain and sea delicacies including cherry sea bream, sakura shrimp, and spring vegetables across 9 restaurants inside the hotel.
The Market F restaurant at Grand Hyatt Fukuoka is introducing a new themed dinner buffet series for its 30th anniversary year, starting with a strawberry theme from March 1 to April 29, 2026.
Starting March 1, 2026, HOSHINOYA Okinawa offers a revamped spring menu for its "Ryukyu Gastronomia — Bellezza" dinner course, featuring Okinawan shellfish and seaweed elevated through Italian culinary techniques and inspired by the traditional Ryukyuan philosophy of healthful eating.
InterContinental Hotel Osaka is launching its Spring Promotion 2026, featuring seasonal menus, limited-edition cocktails, and sakura sweets across multiple venues from March through May 2026.
For a limited time from March 12, 2026, Japanese Cuisine Hanasanshou on the 25th floor of Park Hotel Tokyo is serving a spring kaiseki course celebrating cherry blossom season with seasonal ingredients and contemporary art.
A spring-limited 8-dish Chinese course "Zuien (瑞宴)" is available from March 1 to May 31, 2026, at Chinese Restaurant Sangu on the 39th floor of Umeda Sky Building in Osaka. Priced at ¥10,000 per person, highlights include domestic spare ribs in orange sweet and sour sauce and steamed cherry sea bream with seafood soy sauce.
A new spring dinner course called "Haru" launches at Piacere, the Italian restaurant on the 28th floor of Shangri-La Tokyo, running from March 3 through May 30, 2026.
The French restaurant La Belle Assiette at The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji is launching a seasonal prix fixe dinner celebrating the aromas and textures of spring, starting March 16, 2026.
The luxury hotel debuts an array of spring-inspired offerings including a gluten-free strawberry parfait, teppanyaki afternoon tea with premium Japanese tea pairings, and craft cocktails from a world-renowned bartender.
A pop-up oyster BBQ hut called "Kaki Bugyo" is coming to Saga City from February 20 to March 8, 2026. Enjoy fresh Miyagi Prefecture oysters grilled over charcoal for just 880 yen per serving at this self-service BBQ event.
Sillage, a modern bistronomy restaurant in Shirokane-Takanawa, will host a special makers dinner on March 12th, 2026, featuring William Chris Vineyards and Calais Winery from Texas, two pioneering wineries leading the Texas wine renaissance.
Starting February 19 at 8:00 PM, Epicurean Palette launches a limited-time revival sale offering premium wines and rare bottles at exclusive prices, with featured selections from renowned French vineyards and Oregon wineries.
A special gourmet event will be held at the renowned Japanese restaurant Yoshimura in Itabashi, featuring a live tuna dissection show by Toyosu Yamayoshi and an all-you-can-drink special course. Limited to 30 guests.
Restaurant Café Terrace ami Kobe marks one year since opening with a special celebration featuring Chef Kasahara's exclusive course menu, live performances, and Italian buffet.
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto's main dining restaurant "EMBA Kyoto Grill" has launched a new Sunday-exclusive brunch service. Guests can order unlimited appetizers, mains, and desserts, with an optional free-flow package including champagne.
A luxury ryokan on Iki Island, Nagasaki Prefecture, is offering a special outdoor dining experience from April 1 to June 15, 2026, featuring premium Iki beef and fresh seafood against the backdrop of Japan's Top 100 Sunsets.
A new Saturday, Sunday, and holiday lunch buffet featuring Kuroge Wagyu shabu-shabu and panoramic views has opened at Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel's 52nd-floor Sky Lounge Zenith.
Gotemba Premium Outlets, a popular destination for domestic and international visitors, is hosting its first-ever "Itadaki Gourmet Fair" featuring menus made with certified Itadaki (Shizuoka Food Selection) ingredients at five dining establishments.
From March 15, 2026, HOSHINOYA Fuji will offer a special spring menu for Gastronomic Wild, a course dinner showcasing seasonal delicacies like ayu, bamboo shoots, and Japanese angelica tree sprouts, all sourced from the Mt. Fuji area.
From March 2nd, Meiji Kinenkan's kaiseki restaurant Hanagasumi offers a limited-time spring course highlighting fresh sakura sea bream and seasonal mountain vegetables, available through April 30th.
A limited-time luxury getaway combining strawberry harvesting at TSUJIGUCHI FARM, hands-on dessert making with a world champion pâtissier, and refined accommodations at Yunoyama Sosuikyo through March 31, 2026.
From February 20 to 24, Hankyu Umeda Main Store showcases the charm of satoyama living with the GREENable brand from Okayama Prefecture's Maniwa City, featuring traditional crafts, fermented foods, and plant-dyed apparel.
From March 1 to May 6, 2026, Hotel Kintetsu Universal City near Universal Studios Japan will host a Spring Gourmet Fair, featuring fresh pasta, strawberry desserts, and special Golden Week menu items including kushikatsu and sushi.
The Top Lot auction house announces its 21st Wine Auction on March 7-8, 2026, in Toranomon, Tokyo, featuring 1,439 lots including exceptional Domaine de la Romanée-Conti and Armand Rousseau wines.
JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo announces a special two-night culinary collaboration between Chef Francisco Araya of Araya and Chef Agustín Balbi of Sefino, featuring an 11-course menu on March 13-14, 2026.
Hyatt Regency Kyoto, marking its 20th anniversary on March 15, 2026, introduces a special à la carte menu featuring items inspired by the number "20" — including a 2kg tiramisu, wagyu T-bone steak, and grilled king crab.
Beloved Tennoji landmark Brasserie Monochrome reopens March 1st with a refreshed 121-seat space featuring a new private floor and seasonal spring menu celebrating 26 years of service.
A new culinary landmark in Kawagoe offers chef Mitsumasa Kadohira's signature dishes. The "Bushu Kawagoe Ju" features luxurious roast beef made from local brand Bushu Wagyu beef, while the "Kameya x ECCOLA Dorayaki Gelato" combines seven flavors of Saitama ingredients, creating unforgettable tastes unique to Kawagoe.
Chinese Restaurant Koka Ryuho at Rihga Royal Hotel Osaka marks its 20th anniversary with special dinner courses blending past and present culinary traditions, available from March 3 to April 30, 2026.
A limited-time opportunity to experience authentic Edomae-style sushi at Roppongi. The Sushi Kagerou Project, which has welcomed over 15,000 guests, returns with a 15-piece red vinegar sushi course priced at ¥200 per piece.
The Tokyo Tokyo Delicious Museum gourmet festival returns to Ariake in May 2026, featuring over 40 renowned Tokyo restaurants, diverse international cuisine, and family-friendly entertainment across three special days.
Nankai Electric Railway announces the spring and summer dining menu for the GRAN Tenku train, featuring dishes created by Chef Motokawa of Restaurant Genji. The menu showcases local ingredients from Senshu, Minami Kawachi, and Wakayama.
At a tasting event held on January 20, 2026, Maison Givree's Chef Hiroyuki Emori presented new desserts featuring Aomori Prefecture's Steuben grapes and General Leclerc pears. The event was part of a collaboration with Aomori Prefecture to promote local fruits through innovative sweets.
Known for their signature Nekase Genmai® brown rice, YUWAERU Inc. has pre-launched the community site "YUWAERU VILLAGE" on February 4, 2026, marking their 17th anniversary.
A new gourmet restaurant concept debuts in Kobe Sannomiya on February 5, 2026. CRAFT CHEESE MARKET offers the viral 'Drowning Soup Spa' pasta, theatrical 'Pakkaan Omurice', and unlimited pizza options in a spacious setting perfect for groups.
The popular 'Sichuan MORE TABETE Fair - Let's Eat Together China' returns to Miyako Hotel Amagasaki from February 14 to March 15, 2026, featuring larger portions of classic Chinese dishes at unchanged prices.
THE MEAT DUTCH Kashiwa-no-ha Campus launches its first-ever all-you-can-eat plan featuring up to 53 items, including signature hamburgers and seasonal vegetables, available for three months starting February 3rd.
Starting February 1, 2026, Bar19 on the 19th floor of Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Osaka Station will serve the "OSAKA FUSION" cocktail, a playful drink that transforms from cola flavor to kushikatsu sauce taste.
Chef Ken Imai, the first Japanese to win at a Naples pizza competition, offers a limited-time farm-to-table course featuring Kagoshima ingredients at TO THE HERBS by Trattoria TAVOLA Kagoshima from February 21-23, 2026.
Join professional photographer Yasuhisa Taniwaki on a day trip to Western Harima's photogenic spots including Kirakirazaka, Momoi Museum overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, and the historic port town of Sakoshi to capture memorable shots.
Rihga Royal Hotel Hiroshima will hold a strawberry-themed sweets buffet featuring 14 desserts and seasonal spring dishes from March 7 to May 6, 2026. The buffet includes live desserts, seafood dishes, and premium ingredients.
Hyoki, a renowned catering restaurant in Kyoto, has brought back its traditional kaiseki meal service in a special box set format. Enjoy authentic restaurant-quality cuisine at home, hotels, or special gatherings.
Shodoshima Healthy Land Co., Ltd., a company engaged in olive cultivation, research and development, manufacturing, and sales on Shodoshima Island in Kagawa Prefecture, has launched a new olive oil made with domestic lemons.
Starting February 16, 2026, Hotel New Grand introduces a private dining room exclusive plan featuring the art of découpage, the essence of classic French cuisine, at Le Normandie restaurant.
A popular food event featuring over 160 kitchen cars will be held at Ama Historic Park in Takatsuki City over five days in February, offering diverse gourmet experiences from across Japan.
Six restaurants across Okinawa Prefecture are hosting a special restaurant fair from February 1-15, 2026, featuring dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients and traditional Ryukyuan culinary techniques.
On March 6, 2026, Rihga Royal Hotel Osaka will host an exclusive dinner event celebrating Tokushima Prefecture's culinary excellence, featuring renowned French chef Masaru Kamikakimoto and members of Club du Tasuki d'or.
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Tokyo's Chinese Restaurant Szechwan will offer a limited-time "Banquet Course" from February 1 to 28, 2026, celebrating Head Chef Yuki Kanno's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Award for his contributions to Chinese cuisine and culinary education.
Hotel New Otani Makuhari's Chinese restaurant "Daikanyuen" introduces a luxurious spring lunch course featuring seasonal mountain vegetables and seafood, available from February 1 to April 30, 2026.
TOOTH TOOTH TOKYO, a French bistro in Ebisu, has renewed its lunch menu starting January 29th. The new lineup features fresh-baked croissants, baguettes, and focaccia alongside seasonal potage and a selection of main dishes, offering a colorful French-inspired dining experience.
From February 1 to February 28, 2026, Nadaman restaurants at four locations in Shinjuku, Nihonbashi, Nagoya, and Umeda feature special course menus highlighting premium Hakata wagyu beef and Hakata jidori chicken at affordable prices.
The Westin Sendai presents a seasonal dinner course showcasing Tohoku's spring ingredients and cherry blossom season, running from March 13 to May 28, 2026.
Yamamotoyama releases an ultra-premium gyokuro tea made from rare hand-picked leaves from Uji Ogura, the birthplace of gyokuro. Limited to 800 pieces, this winter-aged tea recreates the passion of 1835 when gyokuro was first invented.
Hiramatsu Corporation opens a new French restaurant "HRMT STAGE" in Ebisu, Tokyo on February 21, 2026, designed by nendo to embody the harmony of tradition and innovation.
Hotel New Grand introduces seasonal French course menus celebrating spring, featuring white asparagus, salmon, and lamb, available from March 2 to April 26, 2026 at Le Normandie.
Spain's premier Jamón Ibérico specialist Atrevío introduces special Valentine's menus at their Azabu-Juban flagship and Hiroo Jamón Car locations, pairing aged ham with chocolate in a unique sweet-and-savory celebration from February 1st to 28th, 2026.
BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel presents the 12th edition of its special Japanese whisky pairing event, featuring rare bottles like Hibiki 17 Year alongside expertly crafted dishes, on two exclusive nights in March and April 2026.
From April 20 to May 31, 2026, Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel offers an exclusive 1-group-per-day picnic experience featuring the vibrant spring foliage of Oirase Gorge, complete with sprout-inspired cuisine and champagne cocktails.
A new weekday lunch course debuts at Chinese restaurant Xiang Tao, featuring six dishes and medicinal tea designed to nurture wellness from within, based on traditional Chinese medicine principles.
From January 28 to February 2, 2026, SPANISH DINING Rico brings authentic Spanish dishes featuring premium ingredients like Etajima oysters to the GINZA Stage at Ginza Mitsukoshi.
Gifu Grand Hotel is hosting two special events in February and March 2026 to honor Head Chef Yoshio Mori's prestigious "Contemporary Master Craftsman" award from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.
Maruichi Okada Shoten releases Hokkaido Nemuro Canned products featuring saury and sardine, crafted using the traditional kikutsume method by skilled artisans. Each can showcases the ocean's bounty in a beautiful chrysanthemum-flower pattern.
Japan Import System has launched the New Grove Inception 21 Years Old Vintage 2004, a premium aged rum crafted exclusively from distillates produced during the brand's inception year in 2004.
Chef Shinji Harada, who led the Michelin-starred Aroma Fresca for 18 consecutive years, launches a new Italian concept featuring counter-style dining and innovative cuisine at AMANTE GINZA in Ginza, Tokyo.
A special wine pairing dinner featuring rare Burgundy wines from Domaine Georges Mugneret-Gibourg, including a double magnum bottle, will be held at The Thousand Kyoto on March 11, 2026.
Sakai City's Mikuni Port marks a century of offering premium Echizen snow crab to the Imperial Family. Fish dealers say winter is the best season for this prized delicacy.
The renowned steakhouse "37 Steakhouse & Bar" at Roppongi Hills is hosting a special burger festival from January 20 to March 15, 2026. Sample four unique gourmet burgers that rotate every two weeks, featuring 21-day aged beef patties grilled over charcoal. Complete all four burgers to earn a free classic burger!
Hotel New Otani Osaka has launched Gourmet Coupon 2026, offering guests a smart way to indulge in premium hotel dining. Purchase coupons at ¥3,500 each and use them as ¥4,000 credit across 11 restaurants and bars until March 31, 2026.
Hotel Okura Fukuoka's French restaurant Le Chandor will present a special one-night-only Valentine's dinner on February 14, 2026, featuring a six-course menu with tableside flambé and candlelit ambiance.
Morokko House, the specialty products shop in Morotsuka Village, Miyazaki Prefecture, is now selling "Yama no Mitsu," a wildflower honey collected from Japanese honeybees this fall. This rare natural honey is harvested through sustainable beekeeping methods that respect the bees' natural lifecycle.
Shinjuku Prince Hotel presents a limited 3-day buffet event from March 6-8, 2026, featuring signature dishes by four expert chefs paired with Perrier-Jouët champagne.
On February 27, 2026, Hotel Granvia Hiroshima presents an exclusive dining event featuring Chef Tomioka's special kaiseki menu paired with six premium sake selections from Suishin Yamane Honten, the historic brewery loved by renowned artist Yokoyama Taikan.
Matsuzakaya Ueno Store's food floor features rotating weekly pop-up shops. Starting January 21st, popular brands including crispy fried chicken wings, savory pancakes, premium croquettes, and delightful sweets will tempt shoppers.
GODIVA Japan releases an exclusive premium truffle collection featuring creations from five world-renowned chefs, available for a limited time starting January 15, 2026.
Meitetsu Grand Hotel hosts a special dinner event on February 14th, 2026, featuring an exquisite French full course paired with live violin performance by Italian virtuoso Salvatore Piediscalzi and carefully selected wines.
Mr. CHEESECAKE GINZA SIX is launching a winter-themed dessert course featuring seasonal fruits and a special basque cheesecake with chocolate flavors, available for a limited time from February 7 to February 22, 2026.
From February 9 to 14, 2026, the Top of Kyoto French Dining restaurant at Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto will offer a special Valentine's course featuring Japanese yellowtail, scallops, and black wagyu beef with panoramic views of Kyoto.
A one-night-only culinary experience featuring Kanagawa's seasonal ingredients, prepared by all chefs at Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu on March 27, 2026!
Ginza Yazaemon, a new aging kappo restaurant, will open in Ginza 4-chome on January 15, 2026. The restaurant features aged wagyu, seafood, and vegetables served at a counter kitchen.
Nagahama Roman Beer is releasing a limited-edition barrel-aged strong ale, Barrel Aged Wee Heavy, starting January 27, 2026. This unique beer has been aged for one year in bourbon barrels from Nagahama Distillery.
Hakkenzan Winery, located in Sapporo's Minami Ward, officially launches its guided winery tour with tasting and shuttle service from December 2025, offering a luxurious wine experience with transportation from Makomanai Station and Jozankei Onsen.
JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo will introduce two premium white wines from NIKI Hills Winery starting April 1, 2026. One wine won a gold medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025, marking a first for Japanese Chardonnay still wines.
Nagasaki Marriott Hotel celebrates its 2nd anniversary on January 16, 2026, with special anniversary courses at Restaurant HARBELLA featuring premium Nagasaki ingredients.
From February 9 to 14, 2026, the French Dining Top of Kyoto at Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto presents a special Valentine's Day course featuring dishes like yellowtail and scallop confit, duglere-style fish, and Kuroge wagyu poêlé.
The exceptional 2008 vintage reaches a new level of brilliance as Dom Pérignon Vintage 2008 Plénitude 2, showcasing the miracle of time through extended cellar aging and unparalleled complexity.
French Restaurant FOURGRAINS opens at Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo, featuring a signature dish that combines foie gras with aromatic coffee flavors. The restaurant celebrates tradition and innovation.
Kumamoto Black Wagyu beef, one of Kumamoto Prefecture's most prized brands, will be featured in a special fair at Hibiya OKUROJI from January 9 to February 1, 2026. Five participating restaurants will offer exclusive limited menus showcasing the premium beef.
Keikyu Department Store celebrates its 30th anniversary with a special Dai-Kyushu Exhibition featuring Kyushu's finest food and crafts from January 15 to 29, 2026.
Kikusui Sake Brewery releases two award-winning daiginjo sake varieties, "Setsugoro Shuppinshu," available in limited quantities starting January 11, 2026. These premium sake won awards at the 2025 National New Sake Appraisal and Kanto-Shinetsu Regional Taxation Bureau Sake Appraisal.
From January 21st to 27th, Matsuya Ginza hosts a special fair featuring premium Kumamoto ingredients, local sake, and traditional crafts as part of the "Kumamoto Mon x Tokyo Ginza Jack" event.
SHOGUN PIZZA, the sister brand of SHOGUN BURGER, is opening its first Tokyo location on Shibuya's Spain Slope. This gourmet pizza specialty shop, originally launched in Toyama Prefecture in December 2020, offers authentic one-hand pizzas crafted individually by pizza artisans, making it easy to enjoy high-quality pizza on the go.
Experience a culinary journey through world cheeses at Royal Pines Hotel Urawa's 19F French restaurant RPR. The special full-course menu features cheeses from around the globe, from appetizers to desserts, available by reservation through February 19.
Tour d'Argent Tokyo presents a luxurious winter dinner course featuring black truffles, the crown jewel of seasonal ingredients, across all six courses from January 7 to March 1, 2026.
BELLUSTAR TOKYO's 45th-floor Bar Bellustar introduces a limited-time whisky pairing experience featuring Tokyu Hotels' original whisky paired with Kagoshima black pork from January 12 to March 15, 2026.
Experience the ultimate warm sake event as premium breweries gather at Tokorozawa Sakuratown for a two-day festival featuring kan-zake tasting and gourmet food pairings. The second edition of this popular festival takes place February 28 to March 1, 2026.
Sekiya Resort Terrace Midobaru's Yukigekka restaurant introduces a new wagyu nigiri dish featuring premium Oita wagyu sirloin. The exquisite 2-piece set offers guests a luxurious way to experience local beef with handcrafted sushi vinegar and sauce.
From March 21 to June 25, 2026, OTTO SETTE, the main dining restaurant at Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Yatsugatake, will offer a special spring dinner course showcasing seasonal strawberries and vegetables paired with expertly selected wines.
Shinagawa Prince Hotel presents a limited two-day special dinner event featuring Executive Chef Akiyo Abiko and Chinese Restaurant Chef Nobuhiro Fujii, celebrating the arrival of spring with an innovative fusion of Chinese and French culinary artistry.
Restaurant Bellustar at BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel introduces a special winter course showcasing Hokkaido's finest seasonal ingredients from January 6 to February 28, 2026.
Starting in January 2026, 15 acclaimed restaurants across Tokyo, Fukushima, and Kansai regions will showcase Fukushima's diverse sake culture through food pairings featuring wine, craft sake, craft beer, and gin from seven local producers.
A limited one-day wine pairing dinner event will be held on February 14, 2026, featuring Passion Winery from Yokoze, Saitama, and O Park OGOSE's special dinner course. The winery's representative will personally explain their wines alongside the chef's exclusive dinner course.
Experience exclusive seasonal dishes including Shogoin turnip with seven spring herbs and miso sauce, plus yellowtail hot pot with miso-sake lees broth
Kobe Portopia Hotel presents a special dining event featuring shrimp dishes across seven restaurants from January 7 to February 28, 2026. The New Year Shrimp Bliss Warm Gourmet Dinner celebrates the auspicious ingredient with chef-crafted menus.
Restaurant Ukai's online shop begins pre-orders for a luxurious seasonal hot pot set featuring king crab on January 1st, 2026. The set includes a course-style experience with ginjō crab tofu and king crab in soy milk white miso broth.
APÉRO, a beloved wine destination in Tokyo's Aoyama and Ikejiri areas, is opening its first location in Niseko on January 9, 2026. The new venue will feature casual French cuisine highlighting organic Hokkaido ingredients paired with sommelier-curated French wines and local Hokkaido selections.
A new dinner course featuring Okinawan ingredients prepared with French techniques will be available at Restaurant Bon Appetit from January 15, 2026.
A groundbreaking liqueur blending the distinct spirits of two regions has been created. The Nagahama Distillery's AMAHAGAN meets Shinzato Shuzo's whiskey and awamori liqueur in the INAZUMA series, launching in limited quantities on January 20, 2026.
Starting January 7, 2026, French restaurant UNtreize in Kitashinchi will offer a new weekday-only lunch course featuring over 30 types of seasonal vegetables from Awaji Island and Osaka.
Risonare Kohamajima, a private island resort in Okinawa, will host the "Brown Sugar Lab" from March 1 to May 31, 2026. This unique activity offers over 96 pairing combinations to explore the deep world of brown sugar through observation, hypothesis, and verification.
The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka launches luxurious strawberry-themed offerings starting December 26, 2025, featuring the Strawberry Afternoon Tea at The Lobby Lounge and the Strawberry Afternoon Buffet - Salon du Strawberry - at Italian restaurant Splendido.
SPANISH DINING Rico brings premium Spanish dishes featuring Kumamoto Akaushi beef and luxurious seafood paella to Isetan Shinjuku's New Year Taste Festival from January 2-6, 2026
Sport & Do Resort Resol no Mori in Chiba offers a romantic Valentine's and White Day glamping experience from February 1 to March 15, 2026, featuring specially decorated rooms, handcrafted sweets, and French cuisine.
Hotel Niwa Tokyo announces a special one-night dining event at Yukuri Japanese Restaurant, featuring seasonal Niigata cuisine paired with premium sake from Kamonishiki Brewery on January 24, 2026.
The hunting season has begun in Tamba Sasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture, marking the start of the authentic botan nabe season. This traditional wild boar hot pot features fatty seasonal wild boar meat and local vegetables simmered in miso until tender.