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Celebrate the Lunar New Year at Tonkou

This year, the renowned Chinese restaurant Tonkou will host a special event called the "Spring Festival" beginning on February 17. Known for harmonizing traditional Sichuan cuisine with modern culinary trends, Tonkou offers guests a unique opportunity to taste five specially crafted dishes intended to enhance luck and fortune for the coming year.

These dishes are more than just culinary delights; they embody significant meanings associated with longevity, wealth, happiness, and success. Here’s a closer look at the featured dishes:

1. Longevity Noodles

Price: 1,200 JPY (1,320 JPY including tax)
Symbolizing long life, the length of these noodles reflects the life span of the person enjoying them. A traditional lucky food for the New Year, it’s a perfect way to start the festive celebrations.

2. Spicy and Sour Wonton Noodles

Price: 1,200 JPY (1,320 JPY including tax)
This dish features wontons filled with savory ingredients, drenched in a tangy and spicy sauce, served with long noodles to continue the theme of longevity.

3. Shrimp Stir-fried with Yuzu Pepper

Price: 1,380 JPY (1,518 JPY including tax)
In Chinese culture, specific fruits such as tangerines, oranges, and yuzu are associated with good fortune and wealth during the New Year. This dish encapsulates those themes beautifully with a distinctive flavor.

4. Homemade Grilled Dumplings

Price: 840 JPY for 8 pieces (924 JPY including tax), 550 JPY for 5 pieces (605 JPY including tax)
Dumplings are considered a must-have for the Spring Festival, representing wealth due to their shape resembling ancient currency, bringing prosperity to the household.

5. Homemade Cheese Spring Rolls

Price: 380 JPY each (418 JPY including tax)
These spring rolls are filled with a flavorful mix of meat and vegetables, symbolizing the importance of wholeness and continuity from start to finish — another good omen for the new year.

6. Steamed Sea Bream in Cantonese Style

Price: 880 JPY (968 JPY including tax)
Fish, pronounced 'Yu' in Chinese, is a homophone for 'surplus.' This dish signifies abundance and good harvests every year, making it a significant addition to the Spring Festival dining table.

What is the Spring Festival?

The Spring Festival, also known as Lunar New Year, refers to the celebration of the first day of the lunar calendar. Scheduled for February 17 this year, it's marked by family gatherings and special feasts where specific foods believed to bring luck and prosperity are served.

Visit Us

The Spring Festival at Tonkou will run from February 17 to March 31, or until supplies last. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to enjoy delicious dishes that also carry blessings for the new year. We look forward to welcoming you!

About Tonkou

Founded in November 1974, Tonkou started as a Sichuan cuisine restaurant in Yamaguchi Prefecture. Over the years, it has evolved into one of the most beloved Chinese restaurants in the region, standing out for its authentic flavors and dedication to quality. Every dish served at Tonkou tells a story, steeped in the rich culinary tradition of Sichuan. Today, Tonkou is more than just a restaurant; it embodies a commitment to community and culture.

Meet the Executive Chef

Chef Hajime Muraoka has an impressive journey, beginning as a part-time employee during high school and rising to the role of Executive Chef at Tonkou. His leadership has consistently aimed to create a heartfelt dining experience that touches both guests and staff alike. With awards from various culinary institutions, Chef Muraoka is dedicated to maintaining the high standards and traditions that make Tonkou a cornerstone of authentic Chinese cuisine.

Make sure to experience the flavors and traditions of the Spring Festival at Tonkou!