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Refresh Your Summer with the Transparent Fair at Ecute Shinagawa

Ecute Shinagawa is set to kick off its inaugural "Transparent Fair" on June 16 and running until July 6, 2023. This exciting event, managed by JR East's Cross Station Development Company, brings a fresh, vibrant twist to the start of summer.

During this period, visitors can immerse themselves in a world of translucent delights featuring glass-like sweets and refreshing accessories that embody the essence of summer. The idea is to bring a sense of coolness and visual pleasure to alleviate the muggy days of the rainy season leading into summer.

Appealing New Summer Sweets

The fair presents a host of visually stunning glass desserts designed to brighten anyone's mood. Notable additions include:

• - Crystal Agave: Priced at ¥650, this gorgeous layered jelly from Patisserie QBG is packed with an array of fruits like strawberries, blueberries, and mangoes encapsulated within a beautiful gradient of transparent jelly. It’s perfect for a luxurious summer snack or as a thoughtful gift.

• - Kuzu Jelly: Available in flavors such as yuzu lemon, summer orange, plum, peach, and watermelon, this new offering from Waraku Kinya is priced at ¥550 each or ¥3,300 for a set of five. Each jelly is infused with syrup for an aromatic taste, making it a wonderful summer gift or personal treat.

• - Verrine TANABATA: This beautifully layered dessert, featuring mango pudding, coconut panna cotta, and lemon-flavored butterfly pea jelly, is available for ¥648. It’s a limited edition item designed to celebrate Tanabata, with a sparkling top reminiscent of stars.

• - Fruit Jelly: A box of five assorted fruit jellies, filled with handcrafted jellies made from Kishu Nanko ume plums, white peaches, and more, is available for ¥2,300. It serves as a delightful summer souvenir or gift.

Exciting Summer Salads and Drinks

In addition to sweets, the event also features refreshing eats like:

• - "Eating" Soup: This unique cold soup from Nadaman Kitchen, priced at ¥513, captures the essence of summer with its creamy uni flavor.

• - Grilled Vegetable Salad: A salad from Nihonbashi Dashi Bar OBENTO topped with jelly made from dashi broth is offered at ¥378. This intriguing dish features grilled vegetables that burst with umami flavor as the jelly melts in your mouth.

• - Drinking Vinegar in Muscat Flavor: Enjoy a bottle for ¥1,296, which blends deep muscat sweetness with the refreshing tartness of lemon vinegar, perfect for summer enjoyment.

Transparent Accessories and Fragrance

The Transparent Fair also showcases beautiful glass accessories and fragrances. Highlights include:

• - Vapor Trail Jewelry: Priced at ¥26,400 for a set featuring crystal earrings and ¥34,100 for a stunning pair of rose quartz studs, these accessories are designed to complement your summer wardrobe, crafted by Tiny CRAFTS.

• - HARIO Earrings: Priced at ¥7,480, these earrings are made with heat-resistant glass, ensuring uniqueness and elegance in every piece.

• - C.O. Bigelow Lemon Eau de Parfum: For ¥12,100, this citrusy scent combines sweetness with a refreshing aroma, suitable for all ages and genders, particularly enticing during the summer months.

Explore and Indulge

As we step into summer, the Transparent Fair at Ecute Shinagawa offers a delightful opportunity to explore vibrant and refreshing treats that are not only visually appealing but also delicious. From sweets and salads to stunning accessories and fragrances, the fair is poised to provide a burst of freshness and fun during these warmer months. Be sure to drop by and enjoy the creative offerings before the event concludes on July 6!

For more details, please visit the official Ecute Shinagawa website.