New Otani Makuhari’s autumn menu brings Shanghai crab to Chiba, centered on two special Chinese courses at Taikanen. The seasonal fair starts October 15, 2026, and pairs classic Shanghai cooking with the rich flavor of this prized autumn ingredient.
The fair runs through November 30, 2026, with lunch served from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Check the ¥8,250 lunch course and ¥30,000 dinner course before you go; both prices are listed in the facts table below, with the service charge billed separately.
The seven-course dinner includes Shanghai crab with braised whole shark fin, Shanghai crab xiaolongbao, a whole crab prepared in Taikanen style, and crab-flavored fried noodles. The lunch course includes a rich Shanghai crab and shark fin soup, crab-filled xiaolongbao, and a choice of Shanghai crab fried rice or fried noodles.
About the Shanghai Crab Fair
Shanghai Crab at Taikanen
The seasonal fair at Taikanen features Shanghai crab in two courses priced at ¥8,250 for lunch and ¥30,000 for dinner. A la carte dishes start at ¥1,500, with the service charge separate.
Shanghai Crab with Braised Whole Shark Fin
This rich dish is part of the seven-course Excellent Shanghai Crab Course at Taikanen, priced at ¥30,000. The course is available for parties of two or more, with the service charge separate.
Shanghai Crab Fried Rice
Shanghai crab fried rice is one of the main-course choices in the ¥8,250 Shanghai Crab Lunch. Guests can choose it instead of Shanghai crab fried noodles.
Shanghai crab is known for its vivid orange roe, concentrated sweetness, and delicate crab meat. Taikanen uses the ingredient across both courses, from soup and steamed dumplings to sauced noodles and fried rice, giving diners several ways to experience its seasonal flavor.
Highlights
- The fair is held at Taikanen, the Chinese restaurant at New Otani Makuhari.
- The dinner menu is a seven-course Shanghai crab tasting course priced at ¥30,000, with the service charge separate.
- The lunch course is priced at ¥8,250 and is available during lunch hours.
- Lunch guests can choose between Shanghai crab fried noodles and Shanghai crab fried rice as the main dish.
- A la carte Shanghai crab dishes are also available from ¥1,500.
- Dinner course reservations are accepted for parties of two or more.
Hotel New Otani Makuhari — Menu & Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Autumn Shanghai Crab Fair at Taikanen |
| Menu / items | Shanghai Crab Lunch; Excellent Shanghai Crab Course; Shanghai crab and shark fin soup; Shanghai crab xiaolongbao; Shanghai crab fried noodles; Shanghai crab fried rice |
| Release date | October 15, 2026 |
| Period | October 15, 2026 (Thu) – November 30, 2026 (Mon) |
| Location | Taikanen, New Otani Makuhari, Chiba |
| Price | Shanghai Crab Lunch: ¥8,250; Excellent Shanghai Crab Course: ¥30,000; a la carte dishes: from ¥1,500. Service charge separate. |
| Official website | Official website |
Before you buy
- When can I enjoy the Shanghai Crab Fair?
- The fair is available from October 15 through November 30, 2026.
- How much is the Shanghai Crab Lunch?
- The lunch course costs ¥8,250. The service charge is separate.
- How much is the Excellent Shanghai Crab Course?
- The seven-course dinner costs ¥30,000, with the service charge separate. Dinner courses are available for parties of two or more.
- Where is the Shanghai Crab Fair held?
- It is held at Taikanen inside New Otani Makuhari in Chiba.
