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A Restaurant Foods' Summer Promotion

A Restaurant Foods, known for its high-quality online food offerings, is excited to announce a new collaboration with Kurikawa Shoten, a traditional craft shop from Kumamoto, Japan. Starting July 1, 2026, customers who purchase a total of 50,000 yen or more (including tax) from the store will receive a beautifully designed fan, ARF Kumamoto Shibu Uchiwa, featuring motifs of premium ingredients. This promotion not only focuses on enhancing customer experience but also highlights the rich tradition of craftsmanship found in Kumamoto.

Background and Purpose

A Restaurant Foods has always aimed to support chefs by providing them with carefully selected ingredients. As we approach the sweltering summer months, we turned our attention to the Kutama Uchiwa, which boasts a history of over 400 years in Kumamoto. These fans are not only durable but are also considered auspicious for business prosperity, as the name 'Kutama' implies that many people will visit, enriching local commerce. By combining the expert craftsmanship of Kurikawa Shoten with the unique designs reflecting our premium ingredients, we hope to express our gratitude to restaurants and chefs.

Unique Features of ARF Kumamoto Shibu Uchiwa

The design of the ARF Kumamoto Shibu Uchiwa includes graphical representations of popular items from our store, including Shamo chicken and seafood such as sea bream, eel, and crab. This innovative design beautifully blends the traditional aesthetics of the Kumamoto Uchiwa with a modern twist.

Quality Handcrafted Fans

Kurikawa Shoten, founded in 1889, is the only producer of Shibu Uchiwa in Japan and utilizes natural bamboo and Japanese paper in their handmade processes. Each fan reflects not only craftsmanship but also a commitment to sustainability and quality.

Practicality of Use in Restaurants

The unique Japanese paper used, treated with persimmon tannin, is known for its durability, claiming to last over a hundred years. This makes the fan ideal for various purposes, including fanning sushi rice, charcoal grilling, or simply adding aesthetic value to summer dining spaces.

Campaign Overview

Promotion Details

During the campaign, customers who purchase products featuring either Shamo chicken or seafood and reach a total of 50,000 yen (including tax) will receive one ARF Kumamoto Shibu Uchiwa fan (with either design).

• - Customers can accumulate purchases over the promotional period to reach the required total, but only one fan will be given per customer.
• - Purchases of decor or tableware are not included in this campaign's total.

Campaign Duration

The promotion will run from July 1, 2026, to August 31, 2026, or until stocks of the ARF Kumamoto Shibu Uchiwa are exhausted.

Who Can Participate?

All customers using the A Restaurant Foods online store are eligible.

More details here

About Kurikawa Shoten

Since its establishment in 1889, Kurikawa Shoten has been rooted in the Kumamoto region, focusing on the making of the traditional Shibu Uchiwa. They pride themselves on using natural materials like bamboo and washi paper, crafted expertly by skilled artisans.

About A Restaurant Foods

A Restaurant Foods specializes in high-quality online food products tailored for restaurants. We provide a wide range of artisanal ingredients while also offering design concepts for culinary spaces. Follow us on Instagram for more updates!

Company Information

Company Name: TP Tokyo Co., Ltd.
CEO: Yuki Yamaya
Founded: July 2012
Capital: 20 million yen
Head Office: 4F Wind Ebisu Building, 2-4-8 Ebisu Nishi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0021
Sapporo Branch: 2F, 4-1-20 Kita 8 Jo Higashi, Higashi-ku, Sapporo, 060-0908
Website: TP Tokyo

As a company, we handle everything from product planning and packaging design to branding and restaurant service production. We also manage TAKE PACK, an online store specializing in sustainable takeaway packaging (TAKE PACK).