ANoTHER IMPERIAL HOTEL Unveils Eight Seasonal Delicacies Featuring Local Ingredients

Autumn is here, and with it comes a delightful array of flavors that celebrate the richness of local ingredients across Japan. The renowned online mall, ANoTHER IMPERIAL HOTEL, has announced the launch of eight exquisite seasonal treats starting from September 17, 2026. These products reflect not only the essence of the season but also the meticulous efforts of local producers committed to sustainable and flavorful practices.

The lineup includes carefully selected offerings such as Ibaraki's rare HITOMALU chestnut, Iwate's mountain dairy products, and delectable baked goods featuring Okayama’s Shine Muscat grapes. Each product bears a unique story, showcasing the craftsmanship of the artisans behind them and the natural bounty of their respective regions.

Featured Products

1. Rare Chestnut Delights

In Ibaraki, the Waguriya brand introduces the premium Mont Blanc Chocolat featuring HITOMALU for ¥4,536 (6 pieces). This intricate pastry combines chestnut paste with fresh cream, enveloped in a rich chocolate ganache and finished with cocoa powder. In addition, the 2026 Natural Farmed HITOMALU Chestnuts are carefully stored at low temperatures to accentuate their sweetness, resulting in a product available only from September 30 to October 22 for ¥7,020 per kilogram.

2. Iwate's Culinary Treasures

Next, the Tanohata Mountain Dairy presents a pairing set featuring Shirasen cheese and Iwate's rare beef, priced at ¥5,940. This unique blend of flavors showcases the rich, creamy cheese alongside air-dried, flavor-packed Japanese Short-Horn Beef. Additionally, the Shirasen and MIKU Trout Salmon Cold Smoke Set highlights the natural sweetness of salmon paired with the cheese for ¥4,968.

3. Okayama's Seasonal Baked Goods

From Okayama, Gowdy offers the Premium Financier with Shine Muscat for ¥2,700. This treat features locally sourced Shine Muscat grapes transformed into a delicious raisin cake, blending perfectly with buttery financier batter. It’s a wonderful way to appreciate the local fruit's essence in a baked good.

- Gowdy Financier

4. Ishikawa's Seasonal Sweet Potatoes

The Patisserie Loriankoti presents the Gorojima Sweet Potato Tart for ¥4,428. This pastry showcases the velvety texture and subtle sweetness of the prized Gorojima sweet potatoes, expertly crafted into a tart that balances sweetness and buttery richness.

- Gorojima Tart

5. A Chestnut-Infused Cake

In Miyagi, the YOU&G bakery introduces the luxurious ZENBE栗Gâteau for ¥27,000, boasting an increase of chestnuts to create an unforgettable experience that highlights its rich flavor profile.

- ZENBE栗Gâteau

6. Artisan Gelato Creation

Finally, from Fukuoka, the GELATO NATURALE showcases an Autumn Flavor Organic Gelato set for ¥4,968, featuring an array of flavors, including chestnut and apple pie, crafted by renowned chef Junpei Uramoto.