From July 1 to August 31, 2026, six The Ritz-Carlton hotels across Japan will present “FLAVORS IN TRANSIT 2026,” a special culinary campaign celebrating the rich food culture and local producers from various regions of Japan.
This limited-time event offers international visitors a unique chance to savor exquisite dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients and inspired by each hotel’s surrounding environment. From the serene mountains of Nikko to the tropical landscapes of Okinawa, guests can enjoy a diverse range of menus that highlight regional flavors, seasonal ingredients, and the stories behind them.
About FLAVORS IN TRANSIT 2026
“FLAVORS IN TRANSIT 2026” is the second edition of The Ritz-Carlton Japan’s culinary journey campaign, following its successful debut in 2025. The campaign connects six hotels—Tokyo, Nikko, Kyoto, Osaka, Fukuoka, and Okinawa—with local farmers, fishermen, and artisans to create exclusive menus that reflect the unique food culture and heritage of each area. Guests can expect refined course meals, afternoon teas, and other special offerings that evoke the spirit of travel and the essence of each locale.
Highlights
- The Ritz-Carlton Tokyo presents “Treasures of Japan,” a dinner course featuring premium ingredients like additive-free sea urchin from Hakodate and Tosa Akaushi beef, paired with Tochigi wine. Price: ¥33,000 (tax and service included).
- The Ritz-Carlton Nikko offers the “Season” dinner course crafted by Chef Kanji Kobayashi, highlighting local trout, sustainable fish, Tochigi beef, and seasonal vegetables. Price: ¥24,000 (tax and service included); wine pairing available for an additional ¥17,000; special risotto ¥4,400.
- At The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto, enjoy the “Miyabi” kaiseki dinner featuring summer vegetables from Yamada Farm and the seasonal hamo fish. Price: ¥28,000 (tax and service included).
- The Ritz-Carlton Osaka’s Chinese restaurant “Koto” offers “Nature and Fermentation,” a lunch and dinner course showcasing natural farming and fermentation techniques with ingredients from regional producers. Price: ¥33,000 (tax and service included).
- The Ritz-Carlton Fukuoka presents “Flavors of Kyushu,” a dinner course telling the story of Kyushu’s land and culture through seven distinct dishes using local ingredients like Yame tea and Nozaki beef. Price: ¥25,000 (tax and service included).
- At The Ritz-Carlton Okinawa, the “Kise” teppanyaki dinner course features Okinawan specialties such as goya gazpacho, peanut tofu, and locally raised Wagyu beef. Price: ¥35,000 (tax and service included).
Menu and Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | FLAVORS IN TRANSIT 2026 |
| Menu / items | Treasures of Japan course, Season course, special risotto, Miyabi kaiseki course, Nature and Fermentation course, Flavors of Kyushu course, Kise teppanyaki course |
| Location | Six The Ritz-Carlton hotels in Japan: Tokyo, Nikko, Kyoto, Osaka, Fukuoka, Okinawa |
| Address | 9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 1-2 Yasukawa-cho, Nikko, Tochigi 445-3 Myohoin-maesugawa-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 2-5-25 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 1-2-82 Sumiyoshi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 1308 Kise, Onna-son, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa |
| Period | July 1, 2026 – August 31, 2026 (varies by hotel) |
| Price | ¥24,000; ¥28,000; ¥25,000; ¥33,000; ¥35,000; ¥4,400 (special risotto); wine pairing +¥17,000 (tax and service included) |