湯河原に出向くと必ず訪れるフレンチレストランがあります。細い急勾配の坂道を上り、竹林に囲まれ幻想的な世界感を醸し出し、日本情緒と洗練された和の技法を取り入れた本格フレンチを提供してくれるのは「HERLEQUIN BIS ...
...I celebrated my memorable 38th birthday with a special omakase dinner at "Ichimi Shin Genjo".
Located on the first floor of the Richmond Hotel Hamamatsu, very close to Viola Tamachi, is the French restaurant "Ichimi Shin Motoshiro." Being within a hotel, it offers a calm atmosphere, a modern and stylish space, and a luxurious feel. It also serves Italian cuisine...
...An evening of wine and French cuisine with sommelier Makoto Abe at Hamana Lake Royal Hotel.
The Hamana Lake Royal Hotel underwent partial renovations from 2010 to July 2012, themed "Japan as seen from the East." In March 2014, they renovated their large public bath and open-air bath, creating ONSEN La Coon...
...Enjoying a luxurious moment of daytime wine while gazing at the lush courtyard of "Renri"
While quietly standing on Mokuren Street, this building exudes a sense of grandeur, and its imposing presence, enhanced by the "Renri no Ki" (a tree with intertwined branches) visible from the garden, gives it the atmosphere of an ancient castle. This building has been reborn through a collaboration between the owner and a new chef...
..."Wine & Cafe Natsume" offers a luxurious experience of food and wine pairing, limited to one group per day.
From Toyohashi Station, transfer to the charming streetcar (Toyotetsu City Line: flat fare 150 yen for adults, 80 yen for children), get off at Keirinjo-mae (bicycle racing station), the 11th stop from the station, and you'll find "Wine & Cafe Natsume" just a stone's throw away. The owner is also the chef, and also a Japanese...
..."Renri" boasts the appearance of an ancient castle and a vast 2800-tsubo (approximately 9200 square meters) plot of land with its own vegetable garden.
While quietly standing on Mokuren Street, this building exudes a sense of grandeur, and its imposing presence, enhanced by the "Renri no Ki" (a tree with intertwined branches) visible from the garden, gives it the atmosphere of an ancient castle. This building has been reborn through a collaboration between the owner and a new chef...
...After-party at "Okamura," a hidden gem with no sign where you can enjoy the chef's choice menu.
Tucked away in the shopping mall in Chitose is the renowned restaurant "Okamura." With no prominent sign, its only distinguishing features are the small, hiragana characters "Okamura" carved into the plain silver door and the menu displayed beside it—a hidden gem known only to those in the know.
...Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the Hamamatsu Festival and a 20th birthday wine dinner at "Western Restaurant Comptoir".
Le Comptoir, a tiny bistro located to the right of Daiichi-dori Station on the Enshu Railway (commonly known as the "Red Train"), heading towards Tamachi Chuo-dori, is a Western-style restaurant. "Comptoir" means "counter" in French, and that's exactly what it is...
...A relaxed meal while admiring masterpieces at the gallery banquet hall of "Porte Bonheur".
Porte Bonheur, the wedding and banquet hall on the 1st and 2nd floors of Viola Tamachi, which has been in soft opening since March, has already hosted weddings and receptions, and is being reborn as a gateway to the lively downtown area.
...Enjoy 20-year-old wines and delicious food at "Western Restaurant Comptoir"
Le Comptoir, a tiny bistro located to the right of Daiichi-dori Station on the Enshu Railway (commonly known as the "Red Train"), heading towards Tamachi Chuo-dori, is a Western-style restaurant. "Comptoir" means "counter" in French, and that's exactly what it is...
..."Fukitou," a European-style restaurant closing in March, is offering a special thank-you course to express its gratitude for 34 years of service.
Located in a quiet residential area of Higashi-Sanpo-cho, quite close to my home, is this unique reinforced concrete building that houses "Fukinotou," a European-style restaurant. It's a place where you can easily enjoy European cuisine with chopsticks. It's always packed during lunchtime, weekdays and weekends alike...
...Introducing the "Franco-Italian" full-course wedding menu at "Porte Bonheur"
This spring, a mock wedding ceremony and reception were held at "Porte Bonheur," a new venue opening in the town center of Viola Tamachi, featuring the Miss Hamamatsu bride and her husband. The reception venue featured an abundance of local, seasonal ingredients...
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