Hotel Metropolitan's 'Delicious Japanese Food' Fair Featuring Toyama, Ishikawa, and Fukui Delights
Hotel Metropolitan, located in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, will host the 'Delicious Japanese Food' fair at its renowned Chinese restaurant,桂林, from January 13 to March 1, 2026. This special event highlights the unique culinary treasures of Japan’s Toyama, Ishikawa, and Fukui prefectures, known for their rich food cultures steeped in history.
The fair will feature four exquisite dishes that incorporate seasonal ingredients from these prefectures alongside the signature touches of 桂林. Guests can share these dishes with family and friends, combining them with classic Chinese favorites.
Featured Dishes:
1. Stir-fried Toyama-produced Tsubugai with Seasonal Vegetables - ￥2,600
Enjoy the delightful combination of Toyama's tsubugai (whelk) sautéed with seasonal vegetables like nanohana (rapeseed blossoms) and yuri (lily bulbs), seasoned with a salt-based sauce and accented with fragrant yuzu zest.
2. North Japan's Red Snow Crab Shrimp Dumplings - ￥2,800
These tender dumplings are made from luxurious North Japan red snow crab meat blended with shrimp, served either fried in mayonnaise or stewed in 桂林’s unique chili sauce.
3. Steamed Sweet Shrimp Marinated in Shaoxing Wine - ￥3,500
Indulge in sweet shrimp marinated in Shaoxing wine and then steamed to perfection, enhanced with soy sauce, sugar, and fragrant sansho pepper, creating a mouthwatering taste experience.
4. Cod and Anglerfish Hot Pot - ￥3,600 (with Chinese noodles - ￥3,800)
This comforting hot pot features cod and anglerfish, slowly simmered with classic vegetables in a flavorful fish broth. Guests can enhance this dish with Chinese noodles for a hearty meal filled with umami flavors.
The fair will take place on the second floor of the restaurant and will be held simultaneously at other venues within the hotel, including 四季彩茶寮「旬香」and 日本料理「花むさし」. Please note that Wednesday will be the regular closing day, but the restaurant will be open on February 11.
Event Details:
This collaboration with the Toyama, Ishikawa, and Fukui prefectures promises an exciting culinary exploration for all attendees.
About Hotel Metropolitan:
Since its grand opening on June 2, 1985, Hotel Metropolitan has served as a flagship hotel of JR East Hotels, strategically located just a three-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station. With 805 guest rooms, eight direct-managed restaurants and bars, 14 banquet halls, a fitness gym, and spa salon, it offers a wide array of services designed for comfort and convenience. This hotel provides guests with memorable moments in a lively cultural district that offers attractions ranging from gourmet dining to shopping and the arts. Experience a place for joy and relaxation at the Hotel Metropolitan.
For further details, please visit our official website.
The fair will feature four exquisite dishes that incorporate seasonal ingredients from these prefectures alongside the signature touches of 桂林. Guests can share these dishes with family and friends, combining them with classic Chinese favorites.
Featured Dishes:
1. Stir-fried Toyama-produced Tsubugai with Seasonal Vegetables - ￥2,600
Enjoy the delightful combination of Toyama's tsubugai (whelk) sautéed with seasonal vegetables like nanohana (rapeseed blossoms) and yuri (lily bulbs), seasoned with a salt-based sauce and accented with fragrant yuzu zest.
2. North Japan's Red Snow Crab Shrimp Dumplings - ￥2,800
These tender dumplings are made from luxurious North Japan red snow crab meat blended with shrimp, served either fried in mayonnaise or stewed in 桂林’s unique chili sauce.
3. Steamed Sweet Shrimp Marinated in Shaoxing Wine - ￥3,500
Indulge in sweet shrimp marinated in Shaoxing wine and then steamed to perfection, enhanced with soy sauce, sugar, and fragrant sansho pepper, creating a mouthwatering taste experience.
4. Cod and Anglerfish Hot Pot - ￥3,600 (with Chinese noodles - ￥3,800)
This comforting hot pot features cod and anglerfish, slowly simmered with classic vegetables in a flavorful fish broth. Guests can enhance this dish with Chinese noodles for a hearty meal filled with umami flavors.
The fair will take place on the second floor of the restaurant and will be held simultaneously at other venues within the hotel, including 四季彩茶寮「旬香」and 日本料理「花むさし」. Please note that Wednesday will be the regular closing day, but the restaurant will be open on February 11.
Event Details:
- - Period: January 13, 2026 – March 1, 2026
- - Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Last order at 2:30 p.m.)
- - Dinner: 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (Last order at 9:00 p.m.; Dinner course last order at 8:30 p.m.)
- - Reservations: Call 03-3980-5533 (Restaurant reservations from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.). Online reservations are also available through the official website.
This collaboration with the Toyama, Ishikawa, and Fukui prefectures promises an exciting culinary exploration for all attendees.
About Hotel Metropolitan:
Since its grand opening on June 2, 1985, Hotel Metropolitan has served as a flagship hotel of JR East Hotels, strategically located just a three-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station. With 805 guest rooms, eight direct-managed restaurants and bars, 14 banquet halls, a fitness gym, and spa salon, it offers a wide array of services designed for comfort and convenience. This hotel provides guests with memorable moments in a lively cultural district that offers attractions ranging from gourmet dining to shopping and the arts. Experience a place for joy and relaxation at the Hotel Metropolitan.
For further details, please visit our official website.
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