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Kirin City Launches Hokkaido Fair 2025

Kirin City, renowned for bringing the essence of producer insights to its culinary offerings, is set to kick off the "Hokkaido Fair 2025" earlier this year, from May 7 to June 3, across all 27 of its restaurants, including Kirin City and Kirin City Plus. This year marks a deviation from their usual timing, as the fair has traditionally been held in June in recent years or in August from 2013 to 2018. This early summer event presents an opportunity to enjoy Hokkaido's bountiful offerings more swiftly than ever before!

Kirin City prides itself on its exceptional culinary creations that highlight seasonal ingredients with a unique twist. The restaurant's menu includes classic favorites such as sausages and German potato salad, along with monthly recommended ingredients that range from vegetables to seafood. Additionally, a special seasonal menu is launched every three months, ensuring customers can enjoy a dynamic and fresh selection of dishes tailored to the time of year.

Unique Hokkaido-Inspired Offerings

This year, the focus will be on Hokkaido's finest ingredients, integrating both new dish creations and the return of last year’s favorites. The "Hokkaido Fair 2025" is dedicated to enhancing the charm of Hokkaido’s culinary delights. Here’s a glimpse of what’s in store:

1. Period: May 7 (Wednesday) - June 3 (Tuesday)
2. Venues: All 27 Kirin City and Kirin City Plus locations, including one in Tohoku, 21 in the Tokyo metropolitan area, one in Chubu, and four in Kansai. Notably, the KITTE Osaka store will also be included from its opening day.

Featured Products and Ingredients

• - Hokkaido Water Octopus: Caught in the Okhotsk Sea, the water octopus is processed quickly to maintain its freshness, resulting in a sweet and savory profile. It’s delightful served as a refreshing carpaccio.

- Water Octopus Carpaccio: Small 680 yen, Regular 1180 yen

• - Inca no Mezame Potatoes: This potato, cultivated in Japan based on a popular small variety from the Andes, offers a sweet flavor reminiscent of sweet potatoes. They are carefully stored post-harvest for optimal flavor development.

- German Potato Salad with Inca no Mezame: 800 yen
- Baked Potato with Cheese Sauce: 680 yen

• - Kita no Shibare Buta (Frozen Pork from Tokachi): Selected based on stringent quality standards, this pork is maintained at low temperatures to ensure freshness and savory taste. Enjoy the rich flavors of this premium ingredient.

- Homemade Roasted Kita no Shibare Buta: Small 680 yen, Regular 1180 yen
- Roasted Kita no Shibare Buta with Pepper Sauce: 1380 yen

• - Hokkaido Cream Cheese: Grown in the cool climate of the Root and Kushiro region, this cheese is characterized by its smooth texture and mild flavor, pairing well with various dishes.

- Cream Cheese with Dried Fruits: 680 yen
- Fried Hokkaido Cream Cheese: 680 yen
- Limited-Time Recommended Lunch: Cream Cheese Pasta (1300 yen), XL portion (1600 yen). A rich pasta dish topped with frozen pork and served with a soft-boiled egg, creating a carbonara-like experience!

_Note: The lunch special is not available at Shinkyogoku, Takatsuki, and Noborito locations._

The Essence of Kirin City

Through events like the Hokkaido Fair, Kirin City invites diners to indulge in the vibrancy of seasonal flavors and to celebrate the unique culinary heritage of Hokkaido. Don't miss this chance to enjoy limited-time offerings and experience the theme's essence firsthand!