A Touch of Japanese Essence Inspired by Hokusai's Works

From October 21st (Saturday) to January 28th, 2018, Conrad Tokyo's "Collage" will offer a special course menu in collaboration with the "Hokusai and Japonisme: The Impact of HOKUSAI on the West" exhibition, held at The National Museum of Western Art (Ueno Park, Tokyo).

Just as renowned Western masters like Monet and Van Gogh drew creative inspiration from the genius ukiyo-e artist Katsushika Hokusai, this menu draws inspiration from Hokusai's intimate perspective on nature within the realm of modern French cuisine. It is, of course, filled with surprises and discoveries.

The collaboration menu features

• "Simplicity" as Depicted by Gauguin
• "Rhythm" Learned by Monet

unique naming. What could be the mystery behind them? This is a rare and special modern French experience that one must taste to truly appreciate.

You can also enjoy pairings with sake and wine curated by Yasuyuki Kitahara, known as the world's best sake sommelier. The entire experience, from the ingredients and beverages to the Japanese cutlery and menu cards, promises a captivating immersion in Japonisme.

Modern French "Collage" x "Hokusai and Japonisme: The Impact of HOKUSAI on the West"

Menu Details |
(Dinner menu below. Lunch menu may vary slightly.)
• Small Amuse-bouche
• "Whimsy" Loved by Cassatt: A delightful dish from the chef
• "Pose" That Inspired Degas: Poached clams with turnip and truffle
• "Simplicity" as Depicted by Gauguin: Pan-seared John Dory with Kita-akari potato and Chinese cabbage
• "Rhythm" Learned by Monet: Roasted and braised Kinka pork with sweet potato and peanuts
or
• "Nature" That Fascinated Van Gogh: Pan-seared Black Wagyu Beef Fillet with garden vegetables and brown butter (additional ¥3,000)
or
• "Perspective" of the Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji: Instant-smoked Kobe Beef Loin with garden vegetables and mustard (additional ¥6,500)
• Choice of cheeses from the trolley (additional ¥3,000)
• Pre-dessert
• "Motif" Noticed by Cézanne: Torche aux marrons with red perilla and banana
• Coffee, Tea
• Petit Fours

Exhibition Information
"Hokusai and Japonisme: The Impact of HOKUSAI on the West"
Dates | Saturday, October 21st, 2017 – Sunday, January 28th, 2018
Venue | The National Museum of Western Art
Address | 7-7 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Opening Hours | 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM (until 8:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays; excluding Nov 18th) *Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
Closed | Mondays (Open Jan 8th), Dec 28th – Jan 1st, Jan 9th
Exhibition Official Website | http://hokusai-japonisme.jp