Experience the Flavors of Autumn at the Niigata Fair in Kichijoji

Discover the Autumn Flavors of Niigata at Kichijoji Tokyu REI Hotel

From October 1 to November 30, 2025, the Kichijoji Tokyu REI Hotel is hosting a unique culinary event titled "Niigata Journey - Autumn Colorful Delicacies" at its restaurant, Inokashira Kichijo Dining. This special fair is a homage to the hotel’s 43rd anniversary, which will be celebrated in November 2025. The event features a carefully crafted menu by Head Chef Toru Katanosaka, aimed at presenting the rich agricultural and seasonal bounty of Niigata.

The fair highlights premium ingredients sourced directly from Niigata, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the local food culture while enjoying innovative dishes that reflect the uniqueness of the region. Each month, the menu will vary, allowing visitors to experience different aspects of Niigata's gastronomic offerings.

October Menu Highlights (October 1 - 31, 2025)

The experience begins with an array of appetizers including "Miyuki Masu" (a type of trout) raised in Niigata, and "Tochio fried tofu," a local soul food with a rich history. The main seafood dish is a bouillabaisse-style saffron soup featuring fresh fish caught directly from Iwafune Port, served with garlic toast. This delightful dish bursts with the umami of seafood while enriched with aromatic tomatoes and herbs, offering a complex and satisfying flavor profile.

November Menu Highlights (November 1 - 30, 2025)

As the autumn chill sets in, the meat course showcases "Beer-braised Nagaoka pork belly with Yezo mushrooms, ala carbonnade." This indulgent dish features melt-in-your-mouth pork paired with succulent mushrooms. To finish the meal, indulge in a delightful dessert of brown rice ice cream from Sekishin Industries in Nagaoka City, alongside a sweet sake-infused blancmange with mango sauce. This sweet finale is a beautiful culmination of flavors, offering a hint of the aromatic and nutty essence of brown rice.

Event Details:

- Date: October 1 (Wednesday) to November 30 (Sunday), 2025
- Time: 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM (Last Orders at 2:30 PM)
- Location: Inokashira Kichijo Dining (1st Floor, Kichijoji Tokyu REI Hotel)
- Price: ¥4,000 per person

Menu Overview (October):

- Appetizer Platter - The Blessings of Niigata's Land and Sea:

- Gravadlax of "Miyuki Masu"
- Soba salad with snow chamber soba, shrimp, and mushrooms
- Rillettes of Niigata's golden pork
- Toasted melba featuring "Tochio fried tofu"

- Main Course: Bouillabaisse-style saffron soup with direct delivery fish and garlic toast
- Additional Dishes: Grilled Niigata chicken with accompaniments and a dessert of brown rice ice cream with sake-infused blancmange and raspberry sauce.

Menu Overview (November):

- Appetizer Platter - The Blessings of Niigata's Land and Sea:

- Sado seaside factory's fish ham and marinated onions
- Soba salad with soba, shrimp, and mushrooms
- Country-style pork pâté
- Toasted melba featuring "Tochio fried tofu"

- Main Course: Poêlé fish with normand sauce
- Additional Dishes: Beer-braised pork belly and brown rice ice cream with sake-infused blancmange and mango sauce.

Note: The menu includes a buffet-style offering of salads, soup, rice, bread, and soft drinks. The stated prices include a 10% service charge and a 10% consumption tax. Menu items may vary based on ingredient availability. Please inform staff of any food allergies in advance. Alcohol service is strictly prohibited for those under 20 years of age and for anyone driving their vehicle, in compliance with the law. Photos are for illustration purposes only.

Meet Chef Toru Katanosaka

Born in February 1962 in Shizuoka Prefecture, Chef Katanosaka joined Kichijoji Tokyu Inn (now Kichijoji Tokyu REI Hotel) in May 1985. He transferred to the Izu Imaihama Tokyu Resort upon its opening in April 1988, later returning as the Head Chef in 2024.

About Kichijoji Tokyu REI Hotel

Nestled just a minute's walk from Kichijoji Station, the hotel offers excellent access for both leisure and business travelers, featuring rooms, dining, banquet, conference capabilities, and more.
Address: 1-6-3 Minamicho, Musashino, Tokyo 180-0003
Phone: 0422-47-0109
Number of Rooms: 234
Dining Options: 1 restaurant & 2 banquet halls

Join us at Kichijoji Tokyu REI Hotel for a culinary journey through the autumn splendor of Niigata!