Summer Spicy Grand Prix 2026: A Flavor Explosion Awaits at Tsujita

Experience the Taste of Tsujita at Summer Spicy Grand Prix 2026

This summer, prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable spicy experience at the Summer Spicy Grand Prix 2026, taking place from July 10 to August 30, 2026, at Ark Hills, Tokyo. Celebrated for its spicy dishes, Tsujita, under the management of H.I.T WORLD, is set to launch its limited-time offering of 'Special Spicy Tantanmen' at the Tsujita Ark Hills Store. This dish promises an unparalleled explosion of flavors to fend off the scorching heat and summer fatigue.

The Summer Spicy Grand Prix hosts 18 renowned restaurants in the Ark Hills area, all competing to showcase their hottest dishes. Diners will vote to crown the 'Grand Prix' winner, and those lucky enough to emerge victorious will see their dishes available for an extended period. In 2026, experts predict a hot summer, raising concerns about heat exhaustion and a lack of appetite. Thankfully, Tsujita's tantalizing hot bowl of tantanmen is designed to replenish energy from the inside out, ensuring you tackle the summer heat head-on!

Three Key Highlights of Special Spicy Tantanmen

1. Freshly Ground Sichuan Peppercorns
The secret to the fiery tang of Tsujita's tantanmen lies in the freshly ground Sichuan peppercorns, expertly chosen to heighten the dish's unique flavor profile. The 'Special Spicy' version features double the amount of peppercorns, delivering a potent numbness and floral scent as a perfect accent.

2. Homemade Chilli Oil
Crafted from a blend of five types of chili peppers, this signature chili oil complements the base soup's nutty aroma without overpowering it. Designed to enhance the spice levels while harmonizing with the sesame flavor, the chili oil will elevate your dining experience to new heights of deliciousness.

3. Carolina Reaper Peppers
Known for its fierce heat, the Carolina Reaper is celebrated as one of the spiciest peppers in the world, recognized by Guinness. Abundant use of this pepper lends a sharp heat and an addictive flavor that will keep you reaching for more!

Special Spicy Tantanmen is priced at 1,120 yen (tax included), and this price is applicable as of July 10, 2026. (The dish is subject to slight variations in presentation)

Visit Us

Location: Tsujita Ark Hills Store
Address: 1-12-32 Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo, Ark Mori Building 3F
Hours:
- Weekdays: 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Last orders: 2:30 PM)
Closed: Sundays and Holidays
Official Tsujita Website: Tsukemen Tsujita

Event Overview

Summer Spicy Grand Prix 2026

- Dates: July 10 (Friday) - August 30 (Sunday), 2026
- Location: Ark Hills, including Ark Mori Building, Ark Towers West, and others
- Official Site: Ark Hills Events

About Tsujita

Since opening in 2005 as a pioneer of thick pork and seafood dipping noodles in Kanda, Tokyo, Tsujita has consistently led the tsukemen culture with its unwavering commitment to quality. Today, Tsujita operates a total of 31 branches across Japan, including in Osaka, Kanagawa, Saitama, and Fukuoka, as well as its internationally recognized KILLER NOODLE branch in Los Angeles, listed in the Michelin USA Bib Gourmand.

About Oishies

Oishies Inc., known for managing popular dining establishments including Kaneko Hannosuke and Tsujita, embodies the vision of bringing Japanese culinary excellence to the world. Their mission focuses on delivering authentic and delightful dishes that celebrate Japan's rich food culture.

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