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Enjoy the Taste of Hokkaido at the Takashimaya Exhibition

The famous Tamagawa Takashimaya is set to delight food lovers with its annual "Hokkaido Early Summer Exhibition" from May 8 to May 14. This year's showcase is centered around the hearty themes of "Milk & Butter," presenting a delectable array of gourmet products sourced from Hokkaido, which is responsible for approximately half of Japan's total milk production. Expect to see artisan creations filled with the passion and dedication of local dairy farmers.

Unique Offerings

This enticing event will feature a limited range of delightful items each day, including popular pre-packaged bento boxes priced attractively at just 1,501 yen. With only 30 boxes available from each of the seven participating vendors each day, attendees will want to get there early to snag these gourmet meals. Additionally, the exhibition presents a chance to enjoy a wide variety of exclusive food items, all lovingly made from Hokkaido's premium natural ingredients.

Highlights of the Exhibition

Milk Specialties

For those who appreciate the nuances of fresh dairy, the exhibition will spotlight a variety of milk-based delights. Notably, visitors can try gelato crafted entirely from fresh, unprocessed milk from local farms. The event will feature:

• - Iwase Farm (from Sunagawa City): Offering unique gelato flavors that pair perfectly with rich milk, guests can indulge in specialties like the "Milky An Parfait" (880 yen, limited to 50 pieces daily) and gelato options starting from 481 yen for a single scoop.

Furthermore, three distinctive milk flavors from Hokkaido's farms will be available for tasting for just 594 yen, alongside delicious soft-serves.

Butter Delights

The butter feature is set to impress with various options crafted from local milk blended with other regional ingredients. This includes:

• - Various Flavor Butters from Toyotomi Onsen Kawasaki Ryokan: These delicious butters start at 1,242 yen for a 60g serving, perfect for enhancing any dish.
• - Apple Pie with Butter Mousse from Sankakuyama Apple Pie Specialty Shop (Sapporo): Don’t miss the exclusive butter mousse (631 yen, limited to 65 pieces daily) or the butter-rich apple pie (540 yen).

For pizza lovers, the event will also introduce Hokkaido's delicious "Inca's Dream" potatoes topped with butter, available for purchase for 1,620 yen (frozen, limited quantity).

Exclusive Bento Boxes

In an exciting twist this year, the exhibition is also featuring 1,501 yen bento boxes from seven different establishments, showcasing flavors unique to Hokkaido. Some highlights include:

• - Fish Market Hikari Sushi (Sapporo) featuring their market-style bento.
• - Sushi Place Zako-tei (Hakodate) with their special "Sazanami".
• - Various other delectable options like crab bento and grilled beef offerings will satisfy any palate.

Eat-in Delights

Tamagawa Takashimaya also provides cozy eat-in options where visitors can savor fresh, Hokkaido-sourced meals. Taste the rich flavors of ramen made with locally-sourced ingredients and a well-balanced mixture of miso, perfect for a comforting meal. Don't miss their Thick Miso Ramen priced at 1,530 yen, prepared by ramen experts from Sapporo.

Final Thoughts

This cherished event at Tamagawa Takashimaya not only highlights the rich flavors of Hokkaido but also offers an opportunity for visitors to taste the dedication that local producers pour into their work. Mark your calendars for May 8 to May 14 and be sure to arrange a visit. Don’t miss out on the chance to indulge in some of the best dairy products and exclusive delicacies from this vibrant region!

For more details, visit the Tamagawa Takashimaya official website.