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Shabu Shabu Matsugoro Launches the Seasonal Solo Hot Pot Series

Shabu Shabu Matsugoro, led by President Takayo Mori and located in Shibuya, Tokyo, is kicking off an exciting new culinary venture. On July 3, 2026, the brand will launch their limited summer menu featuring the ‘Vegetable-Mountain Solo Salt Motsu Nabe’ at their Akasaka and Shibuya locations.

This innovative dish is the first of the new 'Seasonal Solo Hot Pot' series, which aims to highlight and celebrate the changing seasons through unique hot pot experiences throughout the year. Following a legacy of popular dishes like sukiyaki and shabu-shabu, this new offering introduces customers to a delightful way to enjoy seasonal flavors.

A Hot Pot for Summer

During the scorching summer months, it’s common for appetites to decrease, leading many to prefer cold dishes. However, Matsugoro aims to change that perception with their philosophy that hot pot can still be enjoyed in the summertime. The focus of this summer offering is a comforting hot pot that revitalizes the body, marrying warmth with fresh, delicious flavors.

The centerpiece of the dish is the exquisite Japanese beef small intestine, known for its tender texture and subtle sweetness. Unlike traditional motsu nabe, which often incorporates various parts, this dish only employs select cuts of top-quality beef small intestines. It’s paired with an abundance of vegetables like cabbage and garlic chives, enveloped in a light salt broth that enhances the natural flavors of the ingredients.

One of the unique selling points is that the dish is free from garlic, making it a great option even during lunch hours when customers may be mindful of strong flavors. Additionally, diners can enjoy unlimited servings of rice during lunch and a small portion of ramen at the end, ensuring satisfaction to the very last bite.

A New Culinary Adventure of Seasonal Experiences

Starting this summer, Matsugoro is excited to launch its ‘Seasonal Solo Hot Pot’ series, which aims to showcase different flavors and ingredients corresponding to each season—summer, autumn, winter, and spring. With each seasonal offering, customers can expect to experience not only fabulous flavors but also an element of excitement as they wonder what the next seasonal hot pot will bring.

This series represents a new chapter in Matsugoro’s culinary journey, inviting people to explore a fresh take on hot pot dining by enjoying seasonal delicacies all year round. Matsugoro's passion for creating immersive dining experiences continues to grow, with the promise of enticing limited-time offerings that draw inspiration from our beautiful seasonal transitions.

Details of the Offering

Dish Name: Vegetable-Mountain Solo Salt Motsu Nabe
Sales Period: July 3, 2026, to September 30, 2026 (tentative)
Price: 1,680 yen (tax included)
Set Includes:

• - Vegetable-Mountain Solo Salt Motsu Nabe
• - Rice (using Koshihikari rice)—unlimited refills available for lunch
• - Ramen for a satisfying finish

Locations:

• - Solo Shabu Shabu Matsugoro Akasaka
• - Kitchen Matsugoro Shibuya

Executive's Insight

According to Takayo Mori, President of Shabu Shabu Matsugoro, “Since our foundation, we have focused on offering sukiyaki and shabu-shabu as our core specialties. The introduction of the ‘Seasonal Solo Hot Pot’ series represents our desire to present our customers with ‘a pot you can only enjoy now’ while embracing the joy of seasonal ingredients. For our summer debut, we have created a dish that allows everyone to enjoy a hearty meal packed with vegetables—our Vegetable-Mountain Solo Salt Motsu Nabe. With each change of the season, we aim to spark curiosity and excitement about what the next hot pot will be.”

Locations Details

Solo Shabu Shabu Matsugoro Akasaka

• - Address: 3-7-12 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 1F Best Western Hotel Fino Tokyo Akasaka
• - Access: 3-minute walk from Akasaka Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line) / 3-minute walk from Akasaka Mitsuke Station (Ginza Line, Marunouchi Line)
• - Hours: 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM (No closing days)
• - Seats: 30 (counter seats)
• - Phone: 03-5544-9977
• - Tabelog: Link

Kitchen Matsugoro Shibuya

• - Address: 5-4-1 Maruyama-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 1F
• - Access: 5-minute walk from Hachiko Exit of Shibuya Station (JR) / 5-minute walk from Hachiko Exit of Shibuya Station (subway) / 2-minute walk from Shinsen Station
• - Hours: 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM (No closing days), 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM on weekends and holidays
• - Seats: 36 (counter and private rooms)
• - Phone: 03-5456-7420
• - Official Site: Link
• - Reservation: Link

With the unfolding of this new series, Shabu Shabu Matsugoro promises to ignite our passion for seasonal dining, reminding us that even in the heat of summer, a warm bowl of hot pot can be both delightful and revitalizing.