Enjoy the charms of Sawara—where history and culture come alive—while listening to a live performance of Sawara Hayashi, accompanied by a special dinner featuring local ingredients. Sawara Hayashi is an important element of the UNESCO-registered “Yama, Hoko, Yatai” float processions. The music played atop the resplendent festival floats captivates onlookers and stirs the heart. Experience this powerful and beautiful moment for yourself.

■ Event dates
September 15 (Mon, public holiday), September 28 (Sun)
October 19 (Sun)
November 15 (Sat), November 22 (Sat)
December 13 (Sat)

■ Performance time
7:00–7:30 PM (about 30 minutes)

■ Reservation times
5:30 PM or from 6:00 PM

-- Sample menu from one evening --
Welcome drink
(Mirin Tonic — alcoholic / non-alcoholic)
Amuse-bouche
Sawara mozzarella and prosciutto with peach coulis
Starter
Pressed Suigo chicken with Katori vegetables, condiment, and yogurt-lime gelée
Soup
Chiba new potatoes and koji chilled soup with watermelon and shiso oil
Fish course
Herb-confit local fish with zucchini marinière-style sauce and vegetable & squid nouille
Meat course
Roasted Kazusa Wagyu (Chiba) with local vegetables and a red wine–infused moromi miso
Dessert
Coconut and sake lees mousse glacé with lemongrass-scented fermented pineapple purée
Bread
After-dinner beverage