Series Vol. 1: The Unique Pairings of HIRAMATSU by Executive Chef Teruo Yanagihara and Pastry Chef Naoto Ishiyama, Two Rising Stars | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
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April 5, 2021

Series Vol. 1: The Unique Pairings of HIRAMATSU by Executive Chef Teruo Yanagihara and Pastry Chef Naoto Ishiyama, Two Rising Stars | HIRAMATSU HOTELS

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What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? An Exploration of its Charms with Two Rising Star Chefs (Part 2)

Chef Yanagihara's Breakfast and a Discussion on Assiette Desserts

The "course-style breakfast," a signature offering of HIRAMATSU Hotels, is also full of appeal.
"We've prepared a vegetable-centric breakfast where you can enjoy up to 20 types of vegetables. Highland vegetables, grown with significant temperature differences, are characterized by their robust flavors. Also, the farmers in this region are all very particular about their soil. I even encountered Japanese chrysanthemum greens that were so delicious, I felt I could eat them raw." (Chef Yanagihara)
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Next, we spoke with Pastry Chef Naoto Ishiyama.
"Miyota, where you can see the faces of the producers, is very stimulating. I've been here for about a year now. There still seem to be many ingredients I haven't encountered yet."
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
Pastry Chef Naoto Ishiyama
When asked about particularly memorable ingredients, he replied, "Hmm, perhaps sarunashi." It's a name I'd never heard before, and certainly not something I've seen in Tokyo. What does it look like?
"It's a small fruit, like a mini kiwi. It was my first time tasting it, and it's incredibly delicious. When it's in season this autumn, I plan to offer desserts using sarunashi. Other fruits like apples, grapes, and peaches are also exceptional here."
Captivated by the deliciousness of Nagano's fruits, Chef Ishiyama now makes his own purees at HIRAMATSU Miyota, even though it's more labor-intensive. "It takes effort, but by making them myself, I can bring out the fresh aroma and control the sweetness," he explained.
The main dining room dessert crafted by Chef Ishiyama is an assiette dessert that represents the region's specialty, apples.
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
"Karuizawa, Miyota's neighboring town, is said to have one of the highest concentrations of pastry chefs in Japan. By representing the local apples, this dish expresses my determination as someone from outside the prefecture to create desserts here."
Using Fuji apples from "Miyajima Ringoen" in the adjacent city of Komoro, he "expressed the deliciousness of the apples and the atmosphere of an apple orchard." The charming apple mousse, shaped like a crabapple, is sure to bring a smile to many guests' faces.
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota, 1F Dining Room
Finally, we would like to conclude the first installment of this series by noting Chef Yanagihara's commitment to the HIRAMATSU concept of "mariage."
"I want to offer a unique dining experience here that makes people want to travel here and dine, even if it takes time. Using ingredients that are delicious as they are, without much manipulation, while also leveraging the freshness unique to this location – how can we elevate these into HIRAMATSU's French cuisine? It's a rewarding challenge." (Chef Yanagihara)
Series Vol. 1: What is "THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota," a Grand Auberge in the Forest? Unveiling its Secrets! | HIRAMATSU HOTELS
THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota
Address | 375-723 Shiono, Miyota-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture
Number of Rooms | 37 rooms (28 in the main building, 9 villas)
Opening Date | March 16, 2021 (Tuesday)
Contact Information

THE HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota
Tel. 0267-31-5680 (Main Line) | Reception Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
https://www.hiramatsuhotels.com/miyota/

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