Experience Exquisite Spanish Cuisine at Isetan Shinjuku This New Year

A Spanish Culinary Delight at Isetan Shinjuku

As the new year approaches, celebrate with gourmet offerings at SPANISH DINING Rico, a premier Spanish restaurant in Tokyo's Nishishinjuku. For a limited time, from January 2 to January 6, 2026, this venue will set up a special stall at the Isetan Shinjuku department store's food collection on the basement level, offering a unique chance to experience top-tier Spanish cuisine during the 'New Year Flavors Festival'.

One of the highlights of this event is the exclusive menu featuring the premium Kumamoto Akiushi beef, branded as 'Enjyu-gyu'. Diners can indulge in the 'Premium Paella Plate', which beautifully balances rich red meat with the right amount of fat. This culinary masterpiece consists of thick grilled steak paired with 'Frikando', a winter specialty from Catalonia that involves slowly simmering Enjyu-gyu in red wine and sherry for eight hours. Additionally, the plate includes a luxurious seafood paella made with five types of fresh seafood: crab, shrimp, squid, mussels, and more, alongside traditional Spanish tapas like tortilla and various pinchos.

Aside from the exclusive offerings, visitors can also enjoy the restaurant’s signature 'Barcelona Style Seafood Paella', well-known for its rich seafood broth. For dessert, the crowd’s favorite, 'Basque Cheesecake', as well as its chocolate counterpart 'Chocolat Basque Cheesecake', will be available—dishes that promise to take you on an unforgettable culinary journey.

Unique Features of Kumamoto Akiushi - Enjyu-gyu

Recognized as one of the four breeds of wagyu, Akiushi (Kuroge Washu) is renowned for its healthy red meat and moderate fatty content, making it a favorite among many. Among them, 'Enjyu-gyu' is a special brand cultivated through unique farming methods, characterized by its pleasantly smooth fat and tenderness that keeps the meat juicy over time, allowing for a full appreciation of its natural flavor.

Event Details

New Year Flavors Festival

- Dates: January 2 (Fri) - January 6 (Tue), 2026
- Location: Isetan Shinjuku Main Building, Basement 1, 'Food Collection'
- Address: 160-0022, 3-14-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
- Hours: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Note: On January 2, hours are from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM)

Example Menus Available

- [Limited Edition] Premium Paella Plate with Kumamoto Akiushi Beef - ¥2,484 (tax included)
- [Limited Edition] Iberico Pork Platter - ¥2,160 (tax included)
- [Limited Edition] Winter Delight Seafood Paella - ¥1,890 (tax included)
- [Limited Edition] Beef Stew 'Frikando' with Kumamoto Akiushi - ¥1,782 (tax included)
- [Limited Edition] Truffle-Infused 'Cannelloni' with Maezawa Beef - ¥1,620 (tax included)
- Barcelona Style Seafood Paella - ¥1,491 (tax included)
- Three-Tapas Set - ¥1,296 (tax included)
- Tortilla - ¥864 (tax included)
- Serrano Ham Potato Salad - ¥540 (tax included)
- Basque Cheesecake - ¥3,240 (tax included)
- Chocolat Basque Cheesecake - ¥3,500 (tax included)

Celebrating 10 Years of SPANISH DINING Rico

Since its opening, SPANISH DINING Rico has embraced the philosophy of 'TRADICIONAL e IMPREVISTO'—offering authentic Spanish dishes from various regions in Spain while creating an unexpected dining experience. From traditional cuisine to creative tapas and pinchos, Rico provides a wonderful Spanish atmosphere reminiscent of bustling city streets like Barcelona and San Sebastián.

Location: 2-1-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, B1F, Shinjuku Mitsui Building
Phone: 03-3347-2305
Hours:

- [Monday to Saturday] LUNCH 11:30-14:30 (Last Order 14:00)
- [Sunday and Holidays] LUNCH 11:30-14:30 (Last Order 14:00)
- [Dinner] 17:00-23:00
- [Café on all days] 14:30-16:30 (Last Order 16:00)

For more information, visit the official website or check out their Instagram.

Award-Winning Interior Design

The interior design of Rico, led by designer Ai Inoue, features tiles imported from Spain, with textures reminiscent of Spain’s rural architecture and historic towns. This unique design, which evokes images of cities such as Granada, San Sebastián, and Barcelona, has received accolades at prestigious design awards held in major cities like New York, London, Milan, and Berlin.