The "Japan Archipelago Early Summer Journey" (日本列島 初夏の旅) fair is now running at Sushi Choshimaru (すし銚子丸) and Sushi Choshimaru Miyabi (すし銚子丸 雅) restaurants across the Kanto region. The event runs from April 24 (Friday) to May 22 (Friday), 2026, and offers diners a culinary journey through Japan's seasonal seafood — sourced from fishing grounds and ports around the country.
A "Gourmet Travel Experience"
Timed to coincide with Japan's Golden Week holidays and the early summer outing season, the fair centers on the concept of a "gourmet travel experience" — bringing the tastes of Japanese regions directly to the dining table.
Featured ingredients include burihira — a hybrid fish combining the rich, fatty flavor of yellowtail (buri) with the firm texture of hiramasa (amberjack) — sourced from Ehime and Kagoshima. Seasonal bonito (katsuo) from Kagoshima offers a savory, satisfying red-flesh bite. From Shizuoka, marinated fresh whitebait (shirasu) is paired with quail egg in a moonlit gunkan roll, evoking the coastal scenery of Suruga Bay.
Featured Menu Items
Troupe Set "Travel Diary" (劇団セット 旅日記) — ¥950 (tax included: ¥1,045)
A five-piece assortment capturing flavors from across Japan: medium fatty tuna / burihira / bonito / flounder / pink shrimp
Three-Piece Set "Sanko Tasting Walk" (3カンセット 三港食べ歩き) — ¥620 (tax included: ¥682)
A limited-quantity three-piece selection of fresh catches from three ports: burihira / flounder / sweet shrimp
Regional Seafood Selections
[Ehime / Kagoshima] Burihira — ¥400 (tax included: ¥440)
This hybrid fish combines the umami of yellowtail with the firm bite of hiramasa. Its dense, meaty texture makes it a standout choice.
[Shizuoka] Fresh Whitebait — ¥340 (tax included: ¥374)
Freshness is key with this coastal delicacy from Suruga Bay. The smooth texture and subtly bitter finish are reminiscent of the bay's morning scenery.
[Toyama] White Shrimp — ¥750 (tax included: ¥825)
Known as the "jewel of Toyama Bay," these white shrimp are encased in a light, crispy batter that lets their gentle natural sweetness shine through.
[Kagoshima] Bonito — ¥340 (tax included: ¥374)
A hallmark of early summer, this bonito has made its way north through the Pacific Ocean. The in-season fish delivers a fresh aroma and pleasantly firm red flesh.
Monthly Dessert
Green Tea Gateau Chocolat with Vanilla Ice Cream — ¥450 (tax included: ¥495)
A white chocolate base is mixed with Choshimaru's powdered green tea to create a gateau chocolat with the creamy richness of milk and a refreshing, pleasantly bitter finish from the tea.
Tuna Dissection Events
Live tuna dissection demonstrations are scheduled during the fair period at participating locations:
- April 29 (Wednesday/Holiday): 11:30 AM and 5:30 PM
- May 3 (Sunday): 11:30 AM and 5:30 PM
- May 4 (Monday/Holiday): 11:30 AM and 5:30 PM
Fair Details
- Period: April 24 (Friday) to May 22 (Friday), 2026
- Participating Stores: Sushi Choshimaru, Sushi Choshimaru Miyabi
Note: The fair is not available at Sushi Choshimaru Shinjuku Subnade Store, Miyabi Ario Hashimoto Store, Edomae Sushi Hyakumangoku, Sushi Yasuke, Standing Sushi Bar Yasuke, or Sushimoto.
