Buffet Dining Kessel (2F) at Shin-Yokohama Prince Hotel is set to hold the "Nagasaki Fair" from Wednesday, April 1 to Sunday, May 31, 2026.
The restaurant regularly hosts regional fairs showcasing Japan's diverse food culture, and this edition turns the spotlight on Nagasaki Prefecture — a region renowned for its unique culinary heritage shaped by centuries of exchange with overseas cultures.
For this fair, the head chef personally traveled to Nagasaki to research the local food culture and ingredients firsthand, visiting producers and markets to carefully select what would be featured on the menu.
The lineup includes some exceptionally hard-to-find ingredients rarely seen in the Kanto region. Among them is "Yukou," a near-mythical citrus fruit recognized by the Slow Food Foundation's "Ark of Taste" as a food worthy of preservation; Kanbita pork, a breed raised on rice for a refined, delicate flavor; Unzen aka-beef, prized for its rich, full-bodied taste; and vanilla beans from Nagasaki Prefecture, one of the extremely rare domestic sources of this ingredient. These carefully sourced ingredients are used to recreate the flavors of Nagasaki in an approachable buffet format, inspired by what the chef discovered on location.
In addition to the Nagasaki-themed dishes, the buffet also features the restaurant's signature domestic beef roast carving, fresh sushi prepared by a sushi chef right in front of guests, and desserts finished tableside by a pastry chef.
From Nagasaki Fair exclusive dishes to the restaurant's popular staples, guests can enjoy a wide variety of food to their heart's content — making it a great opportunity to experience the flavors of Nagasaki in a hotel buffet setting, whether dining with family, friends, or as a culinary journey.
Nagasaki Fair Overview
Venue: Buffet Dining Kessel (2F), Shin-Yokohama Prince Hotel
Period: Wednesday, April 1 – Sunday, May 31, 2026
Hours:
- Lunch: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM (Last Order 2:30 PM)
- Dinner: 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM (Last Order 9:00 PM)
Prices:
- Lunch: from ¥5,000 per person
- Dinner: from ¥7,500 per person
Cooperation: Nagasaki Prefecture / Nagasaki Prefecture Tokyo Office
Reservations: Restaurant Reservation Desk TEL: 045-471-1115 (Available 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Note: Hours and prices will differ from May 2 (Saturday) through May 6 (Wednesday/Holiday).
Nagasaki Fair Recommended Menu (Examples)
Takada Ranch Unzen Aka-Beef Lemon Steak — Kessel Style
This premium aka-beef is raised on a specially formulated diet with plenty of space to roam, resulting in a rich, beefy flavor with a pleasant sweetness in the fat. It is served in the style of lemon steak, a local specialty originating in Sasebo City, Nagasaki.
Dinner only
Doi Farm Kanbita Pork Dashi Shabu
Kanbita pork is known for its elegantly sweet fat and clean finish. Because the pigs are raised on rice, a subtle hint of rice fragrance comes through when you eat it. Served in a dashi broth, this dish brings out the sweetness, umami, and rice-like aroma of the pork to the fullest.
Dinner only
Nagasaki Herb Mackerel Seared Sashimi with Squid Marinade and Yukou Dressing
Herb mackerel is raised on a proprietary feed incorporating Western herbs, giving the fish a clean, light fat with a sweet, umami-rich flavor free from any unpleasant fishiness. It is paired with a dressing made from "Yukou" — the elusive Nagasaki citrus — for a refreshing acidity and refined aroma.
Dinner only
Hashiguchi Suisan Yellowtail Nigiri
This farmed yellowtail is raised in the pristine waters of the Goto Islands using carefully crafted feed and feeding methods. It offers a firm texture and fat that melts cleanly on the palate, followed by the characteristic umami and sweetness of yellowtail — satisfying without being heavy.
Lunch and Dinner
Parmigiano-Reggiano Multigrain Risotto with Kiyoya Shimabara Natto Miso
Shimabara natto miso has been a beloved accompaniment to rice in the Shimabara region for generations. Made with raw koji that retains its enzymes, it has a distinctly savory, complex depth. Here it is paired with a Parmigiano-Reggiano risotto, where the richness and acidity of the cheese marries beautifully with the umami of the natto miso and the accent of ginger.
Lunch and Dinner
Nagasaki YAMATO VANILLA BEANS Chiboust and Vanilla Ice Cream
Domestically grown vanilla beans are extremely rare. YAMATO VANILLA BEANS cultivates their beans under meticulous temperature and humidity management, delivering the finest quality product. This dessert makes the most of the vanilla's aroma through the classic French pastry chiboust and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Dinner only
Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Prices include consumption tax; a separate 13% service charge will be added. Menu and ingredients are subject to change. Allergy information is limited to the 8 specified allergens required by Japan's Food Labeling Law (shrimp, crab, walnuts, wheat, buckwheat, dairy, eggs, peanuts). Please notify staff in advance if you have concerns regarding these allergens.
