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A Unique Culinary Fusion: NAE:UM and ARVA at Aman Tokyo

Aman Tokyo is hosting an exceptional event at its Italian restaurant, ARVA, on June 12-13, 2026. In collaboration with Chef Louis Han from Singapore's contemporary Korean restaurant NAE:UM, diners can enjoy a unique dinner titled "Harvest and Memory: A Culinary Dialogue with NAE:UM". This exclusive two-day experience promises to blend the exquisite and delicate flavors of NAE:UM with the simple yet profound essence of ARVA's cuisine, intertwined under the themes of "Harvest" and "Memory".

NAE:UM is renowned for its innovative approach to Korean cuisine, melding modern Western cooking techniques with traditional Korean flavors. The dishes reflect a sensory journey through memories of childhood and the essence of Korea's seasonal landscapes. Chef Louis Han employs a distinctive style that transforms personal memories into culinary narratives, creating a gastronomic experience that transcends taste and evokes emotion.

ARVA, which means “harvest” in Latin, embodies the Italian culinary philosophy of "Cucina del Raccolto", emphasizing the beauty of seasonal ingredients sourced from the land. The restaurant showcases the rich offerings from Japan's mountains and seas while delivering simple yet deeply flavorful dishes rooted in Italian tradition. In this collaboration, the focus is on subtle nuances where each dish serves as a clear highlight while gently incorporating the essence left by the other culture, creating a harmonious dining experience.

The course begins with an amuse-bouche featuring caviar sourced from Kagawa Prefecture paired with a tartare of sea bass, infused with hints of fermentation. Following this is a cold cucumber soup named "Oinenguk", which evokes summer memories of Korea. The warm appetizer presents a confit of Fuji white salmon accompanied by white asparagus, creating a soft harmony. The main pasta dish, a blend of sea urchin from Hokkaido and bottarga from Mie Prefecture, is enriched with morel dumplings, delivering a delightful medley of flavors.

For the main course, guests will savor a seafood dish featuring Korean-style broth in "Brodetto of Seafood". The meat course consists of Wagyu steak infused with the essence of Korean galbi, complemented by a homemade salt-lemon from ARVA. This dish beautifully portrays the convergence of land and sea, highlighting their abundant gifts and cultural overlaps. Following this, a traditional risotto from the Veneto region, made with ARVA's own rice, is elegantly paired with Korean-style watercress namul, providing a gentle resonance of the two cultures.

The dessert selection includes a dish featuring domestic peaches inspired by the Venetian cocktail "Bellini" and NAE:UM's signature dessert made with jujube and truffle, concluded with house-made kombucha and petit fours.

This exclusive nine-course dinner invites guests to savor the delicate interplay between Korean and Italian cultures, intertwined harmoniously in a culinary journey where culture, memory, and harvest converge into a singular narrative. Experience this exceptional dining opportunity on June 12-13, 2026, at Aman Tokyo's ARVA.

Event Details:

• - Title: Harvest and Memory: A Culinary Dialogue with NAE:UM
• - Location: Aman Tokyo, 33rd floor, Italian restaurant ARVA
• - Dates: June 12-13, 2026
• - Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM (last order)
• - Capacity: Limited to 30 guests each day
• - Price: Course meal - 50,000 JPY, Wine pairing - 30,000 JPY (including tax and service)
• - Contact: Aman Tokyo Restaurant Reservations 03-5224-3339 (10 AM - 7 PM)
• - Web Reservation: TableCheck

This is not just a meal; it's a beautifully crafted narrative told through the delicate balance of flavors and cultures, resonating with emotions and memories.