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Celebrate Spring with Wakuden's Unique Offerings

Wakuden, located in Higashiyama, Kyoto, is excited to announce the launch of three limited-time seasonal dishes that reflect the beauty of Japan and the arrival of spring. As we enter this season marked by graduations and new beginnings, we find that more celebrations are being held at home. In a time where sweetness prevails, embracing the bittersweet flavors of spring becomes a delightful way to commemorate life's important milestones.

The Bittersweet Taste of Spring

The spring menu features fresh wild vegetables such as fuki-tou, kogomi, urui, and tara-no-me. These ingredients represent the essence of spring's arrival, bursting forth after a winter of quiet strength, providing a nuanced bitterness that embodies the changing seasons. At Wakuden, we cherish the act of crafting dishes that harness the ingredients' true flavors, helping to celebrate special moments. This spring, we invite you to explore our theme of “bitterness” in our seasonal offerings, perfect for your celebratory occasions.

Spring Bitter Vegetable Hot Pot

Price: ¥22,680 (Tax Included)
Available from: February 21, 2026 - March 31, 2026
Introducing our seasonal hot pot, showcasing the delightful bittersweet taste of emerging wild vegetables cooked in a special broth. As you lightly plunge the vegetables into the clear broth, their fragrance and bitterness become pronounced. We pair high-quality sirloin beef to enhance the natural flavors. Our flavorful kuwamenn noodles serve as the perfect finish to this celebratory dish, making it ideal for a cozy spring gathering.
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Spring Bitter Vegetable Platter

Price: ¥5,940 (Tax Included)
Available from: February 14, 2026 - March 31, 2026
This dish features a lovely presentation of early spring wild vegetables, showcasing their unique flavors. The bitterness of fuki-tou, the textures of yam-aduki and fuki, and the refreshing aroma of wasabi leaves come together in one beautiful box. Serving this platter as an appetizer instantly creates a spring atmosphere, perfect for gatherings celebrating graduations or new beginnings in the comfort of home.
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Rice Miso Koji Pickled Kyoto Beef and Spring Vegetables

Price: ¥12,960 (Tax Included)
Available from: March 10, 2026 - April 30, 2026
Crafted from locally grown rice in Kyotango, this special rice miso koji is paired with fuki-tou, nanohana, and roasted beef, beautifully wrapped in salt-pickled sakura leaves. The gentle sweetness of the rice miso koji balances perfectly with the defining bitterness of the fuki-tou and the freshness of the nanohana, offering a subtle yet sophisticated flavor unique to spring—a delightful reflection of nature's resilience as it awakens.
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A Special Time to Celebrate at Home

Gathering loved ones for cherished spring celebrations becomes more memorable with the addition of these seasonal flavors. Set against the backdrop of Kyotango's nature and the ethos of Wakuden’s forest, these thoughtfully created dishes elevate your usual gatherings into special moments filled with seasonal joy. Experience the unique taste of spring, perfect for cherishing the threshold of new beginnings.

Contact Information

Should you have any inquiries, please contact:
Wakuden Co., Ltd.
TEL: 075-415-1800
E-mail: [email protected]

Founded in Kyotango, Wakuden began as a traditional ryokan and has since evolved into a renowned restaurant, maintaining a commitment to beauty and thoughtful dining that honors the seasons. The relationship between nature, ingredients, and skill informs our culinary practices, allowing us to share the deep significance and beauty of Japanese cuisine through both food and sweets. Our dedication continues as we provide memorable dining experiences through our retail stores and online platform, bringing the special essence of our dishes to both your everyday and extraordinary occasions.