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Dive into Summer Flavors with Mokkunn and Toritonkunn

Mokkunn and Toritonkunn, the pioneers of smoked izakayas, are set to kick off their annual Summer Smoking Fair on June 2nd across all 14 locations. These popular restaurants, under the management of Five Group, are renowned for their unique take on smoked cuisine, creating an unforgettable dining experience that focuses on fresh flavors and seasonal delights.

A Special Menu for Summer

This year’s smoking fair promises an array of exclusive smoked items that are perfect for the hotter months. Diners can look forward to special summer dishes that highlight the vibrant flavors of fresh ingredients. Some notable selections include:

• - Smoked Chicken Neck Tartare: A tantalizing dish featuring the tender and juicy chicken neck, combined with a homemade smoked tartare sauce, priced at 590 yen (including tax: 649 yen).
• - Smoked Oysters with Ponzu: This dish takes rich and succulent oysters through a low-temperature smoking process, served refreshing with ponzu sauce, also at 590 yen (including tax: 649 yen).
• - Smoked Asparagus with Marinade: Another crowd favorite features asparagus, lending a unique twist through the smoking technique, available for just 390 yen (including tax: 429 yen).

These dishes, alongside many other summer specialties like squid with miso butter, crunchy daikon, and black vinegar pork, ensure that diners have plenty of delicious options to savor throughout this smoky season.

Newly Introduced Smoked Drinks

Adding to the excitement, the highly praised smoked drinks from the April trial campaign, namely Instant Smoked Highball and Smoked Umeshu, will be rolled out as a formal menu item. During the trial, both drinks received rave reviews, achieving satisfaction ratings between 74-84% across 388 responses. The innovative dining experience even allows customers to witness the smoking process firsthand, enhancing both the sight and scent of their drinks.

• - Instant Smoked Highball: Priced at 700 yen (including tax: 770 yen), this drink engages diners with an entertaining smoking presentation right at their table.
• - Smoked Umeshu: At 650 yen (including tax: 715 yen), it surprises patrons with an unexpected burst of smoke flavor that elevates the regular umeshu experience.

Exciting Summer Course Options

From June 2nd, Mokkunn and Toritonkunn will also unveil four extraordinary summer course options tailored for different occasions. Guests can select from:

• - Taster Smoked Course: 3,980 yen (includes 8 dishes and 2 hours of all-you-can-drink options).
• - Most Popular Smoked Course: 4,980 yen (featuring 9 dishes and 2.5 hours of drinks).
• - Lavish Smoked Course: 5,980 yen (includes a grand total of 10 dishes and 3 hours of drinks).
• - Smoked Girls' Night Course: 4,500 yen (feature over 20 types of appetizers with 2.5 hours of drinks available).

With these course options and a revamped grand menu of regular offerings, guests are encouraged to visit the official website for bookings and further details.

A Legacy of Flavor

Celebrating 20 years in business, Mokkunn and Toritonkunn aim to offer authentic smoked dishes at affordable prices, inviting everyone to discover the joy of smoking cooking. Known for their approachable atmosphere and friendly service, they stand as a testament to the beauty of community dining.

For a full list of participating locations and to explore the enticing menu further, visit the official Five Group website.

Embrace smoky goodness this summer and enjoy meals that are not just meals, but experiences to relish with friends and family!