Experience the Seasonal Delights of Fall at Courtyard by Marriott Hakuba

The Courtyard by Marriott Hakuba, located in the scenic region of northern Nagano, is thrilled to announce its latest culinary offering: the "Shinshu Blessings Dinner -Autumn-". Available from September 1 to November 30, 2026, this special dinner celebrates the stunning autumn scenery of Hakuba, combining visual beauty and exquisite flavors to create an unforgettable dining experience.

A Culinary Journey Through Autumn
This dinner is not just about food; it’s an artistic culinary journey that highlights the rich bounty of the region. Chef Koichi Sugiyama has carefully curated a menu that emphasizes the seasonal ingredients native to Shinshu, including Shinshu salmon, freshly harvested rice from Hakuba, locally sourced mushrooms, and Shinshu Alps beef. Each course is designed to evoke the colors and textures of fall, allowing diners to experience the essence of autumn in every bite.

The Prestige Dinner Course
Among the options, the "PRESTIGE" dinner course stands out, promising a deeper appreciation of autumn's allure. The evening begins with an amuse-bouche, setting the stage for what's to come. The appetizer features a tartare of Shinshu salmon, delicately flavored with perilla and paired with confit of Hanabiradake mushrooms and a fresh fennel salad, beautifully drizzled with an apple vinaigrette. This dish captures the vibrant colors of fall foliage alongside the crispness of the autumn air.

Next, the soup showcases white rice from Hakuba combined with Shinshu's mushrooms in a creamy potage, enriched with the zest of yuzu miso and complemented by crunchy purple rice crackers, thoughtfully reminiscent of the terraced rice paddies in the Ao-Oni district.

A Festive Seafood Main Course
For the seafood course, guests will indulge in grilled lobster topped with a Shinshu mushroom tapenade. This luxurious dish is served with a sumptuous lobster consomme that enhances its natural flavors, offered table-side in a captivating presentation.

The meat dish focuses on the premium Shinshu Alps beef ribeye, grilled to perfection and paired with instant-smoked apple chips and a colorful array of tempura-fried autumn vegetables. Drizzled with a sauce made from locally sourced soybeans and truffles, this course visually and gustatorily embodies the vibrant hues of the autumn forest.

Sweet Ending
To wrap up this exquisite dining journey, the dessert features a buckwheat dacquoise layered with a Mont Blanc made from hôzuki and hojicha. This final touch, served with hôzuki confit and milk ice cream, captures the unique flavors of Shinshu and leaves diners satisfied and delighted.

Seasonal Essence in Every Dish
Chef Sugiyama believes that every dish should serve as a canvas reflecting the magnificent landscapes of the Hakuba region, beautifully adorned by autumn colors and the abundance of nature. “With every bite, I hope our guests feel as though they are wandering through the breathtaking scenery of Hakuba in fall,” he remarked.

Dining Details
The "Shinshu Blessings Dinner -Autumn-" will be available at the restaurant "Dining & Bar LAVAROCK" from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with last orders taken by 9:00 PM. The price for the "LAVAROCK" course is ¥9,500, and for the "PRESTIGE" course, it is ¥12,000. The prices include service charges and taxes. Please be aware that menu items may change based on ingredient availability, and certain courses may be sold out without prior warning.

Make your reservation now to experience the richness of Hakuba’s autumn through this beautifully crafted culinary adventure!