Hotel New Otani Tokyo is launching a unique summer menu featuring the “Tottori Brand Pear Ultimate Udon,” combining rare Tottori pears called Shinkansen with smooth, refreshing udon noodles. This special dish will be available from August 20 to September 20, 2026, at the hotel’s “Mendokoro NAKAJIMA” restaurant.
This cool and light udon stands out from typical noodle dishes in Tokyo, offering a juicy, chilled experience perfect for beating the summer heat. Alongside it, a new “Matsusaka Pork Cold Shabu Udon” has been added, featuring tender Matsusaka pork and seasonal vegetables in a clear dashi broth.
About Mendokoro NAKAJIMA and the New Dishes
Mendokoro NAKAJIMA at Hotel New Otani Tokyo is known for its carefully selected ingredients and seasonal dishes. The new pear udon highlights the Shinkansen pear, a high-sugar, low-acid variety exclusive to Tottori Prefecture, grated coarsely to release its juicy sweetness. It is served with lemon granita and shiso leaves for a refreshing twist, topped with dried pear chips for added texture and visual appeal. The udon noodles are crafted using the Tsudaya-style Buzen Urauchi-kai method, delivering a translucent, firm, and smooth texture certified by a master craftsman.
The Matsusaka Pork Cold Shabu Udon features tender pork slices in a clear kombu and bonito broth, complemented by summer vegetables like okra, young corn, and junsai water shield. Grated daikon is added to aid digestion, making it a nutritious and satisfying summer meal.
Highlights
- Features Tottori’s exclusive Shinkansen pear, known for its juicy sweetness and crisp texture.
- Udon noodles made in the Tsudaya Buzen Urauchi-kai style, noted for their translucence and smoothness.
- Includes a new Matsusaka Pork Cold Shabu Udon with seasonal vegetables and clear dashi broth.
- Served in elegant Nōsaku cast iron bowls from Takaoka, enhancing the chilled experience.
- Available from August 20 to September 20, 2026, at Mendokoro NAKAJIMA in Hotel New Otani Tokyo.
Hotel New Otani Tokyo — Menu and Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Mendokoro NAKAJIMA, Hotel New Otani Tokyo |
| Menu / items | Tottori Brand Pear Ultimate Udon (Shinkansen); Matsusaka Pork Cold Shabu Udon |
| Location | Hotel New Otani Tokyo, Garden Tower Lobby Floor |
| Address | 4-1 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo |
| Period | August 20, 2026 – September 20, 2026 |
| Price | Lunch set (with appetizer & dessert) ¥3,900; Dinner set (with appetizer, warm dish & dessert) ¥6,300; Single dish ¥2,800 (service charge extra) |
