While you’re in Japan, why not indulge in the flavors of autumn with seasonal delicacies like Matsutake mushroom? Here are five exceptional dining options where you can savor the rich and earthy tastes of this prized ingredient, along with other seasonal delights.
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1. The New Otani Makuhari
At Hotel New Otani Makuhari, the Japanese restaurant Senbazuru offers a limited-time autumn lunch set, Aki no Mikaku Gozen (Autumn Delicacies Set) and Matsutake Gozen (Matsutake Mushroom Set), available until Thursday, October 31, 2024. The two autumn lunch sets feature dishes that allow you to fully experience the season of flavors, including takikomi gohan (mixed rice) filled with plenty of matsutake mushrooms and grilled autumn salmon with hoba miso, which has a deep, rich flavor and a fragrant aroma.
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Address: 2-120-3 Hibino, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba
- Date: Until October 31st, Thur 2024
2: The New Otani Makuhari
Furthermore, at Hotel New Otani Makuhari, from Tuesday, October 1, 2024, to Saturday, November 30, 2024, a limited-time Matsutake Bento will be available for takeout. The bento includes matsutake gohan (matsutake rice), fried matsutake, which has a crispy coating and the rich aroma of matsutake that gently spreads in the mouth, as well as dishes featuring seasonal flavors such as aki sake (autumn salmon) and sanma (saury). Why not make your autumn outings a little more luxurious?
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Address: 2-120-3 Hibino, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba
- Date:October 1st, Tue 2024 to November 30th, Sat 2024
3: Hachikan, Kyoto
In Ohara, Kyoto, there is a unique accommodation called Hachikan, which welcomes only one guest per day. Here, guests can enjoy kaiseki cuisine prepared by chefs who have honed their skills at long-established Kyoto restaurants. There are plans available that feature kaiseki cuisine using high-end ingredients like matsutake mushroom, as well as packages that include overnight stays.
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Address:108 Oharatodera-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
- Date: October 1st Tue – November 15th Fri, 2024
4. Hoshinoya Karuizawa
At the main dining restaurant Nihon Ryori Kasuke in Hoshinoya Karuizawa, the autumn-exclusive menu Yama no Kaiseki has been available since September 1, 2024. Guests can enjoy kaiseki cuisine featuring autumn blessings from Shinshu, such as matsutake mushroom and Shine Muscat grapes, skillfully combined with Japanese culinary traditions. While savoring the kaiseki dishes, diners can also appreciate the vibrant colors of the autumn foliage spreading outside the windows.
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Address: 2148 Nagakura, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano
- Date: From September 1st, Sun 2024
5. The Westin Tokyo
How about savoring autumn ingredients like matsutake mushroom in a Chinese style? The Westin Hotel Tokyo is hosting an anniversary menu to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner featuring autumn ingredients such as matsutake. This special experience is complemented by rare Shaoxing wine, aged for 30 years and transported from China specifically for this anniversary.
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Address: 2F, The Westin Tokyo, 1-4-1 Mita, Meguro City, Tokyo
- Date: October 2nd Wed – December 15th Sun, 2024
