Ehime Prefecture Iyo City Nakayama Town to Hold 'Nakayama Chestnut Parfait Recipe Contest 2026' Utilizing Local Specialty 'Nakayama Chestnuts'. [Application Period] April 1 (Wed) to June 30 (Tue)
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- Ehime Prefecture Iyo City Nakayama Town to Hold 'Nakayama Chestnut Parfait Recipe Contest 2026' Utilizing Local Specialty 'Nakayama Chestnuts'. [Application Period] April 1 (Wed) to June 30 (Tue)
- Nakayama Town in Iyo City, Ehime Prefecture, will hold the 'Nakayama Chestnut Parfait Recipe Contest 2026' to promote the appeal of its local specialty, 'Nakayama Chestnuts,' and revitalize the region. The application period is from April 1 to June 30, seeking original parfait recipes using Nakayama Chestnuts.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: March 31, 2026
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Nakayama Town in Iyo City, Ehime Prefecture, will hold the 'Nakayama Chestnut Parfait Recipe Contest 2026' to promote the appeal of its local specialty, 'Nakayama Chestnuts,' and revitalize the region. The application period is from April 1 to June 30, seeking original parfait recipes using Nakayama Chestnuts.
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- Ehime Prefecture Iyo City Nakayama Town to Hold 'Nakayama Chestnut Parfait Recipe Contest 2026' Utilizing Local Specialty 'Nakayama Chestnuts'. [Application Period] April 1 (Wed) to June 30 (Tue) (March 31, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- March 31, 2026
Nakayama Town in Iyo City, Ehime Prefecture, will hold the 'Nakayama Chestnut Parfait Recipe Contest 2026' to promote the appeal of its local specialty, 'Nakayama Chestnuts,' and revitalize the region. The application period is from April 1 to June 30, seeking original parfait recipes using Nakayama Chestnuts.
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"Nakayama Chestnuts" are one of Japan's three great chestnuts. Ehime Prefecture ranks third nationwide in chestnut production.
With a long history, "Nakayama Chestnuts" were presented to the third Shogun Tokugawa Iemitsu and praised.
Despite being a famous chestnut producing region, Nakayama Town's charm is not widely known. This contest is held with the aim of making Nakayama Town known to more people, promoting the appeal of Nakayama Chestnuts, and creating regional vibrancy.
## Application Conditions
- Must use Nakayama Chestnuts (including processed products)
- Applicants must be able to attend the 39th Nakayama Chestnut Festival (scheduled) on September 23 (Wed)
- The parfait must be an original creation suitable for each participating store (Hana no Mori Hotel, Koyomi Space, Hot Sandwich Restaurant Neko)
- Submissions must be unpublished recipes only
- There is no limit to the number of entries
## Details and Application Form
FAQ
What is the application period for the Nakayama Chestnut Parfait Recipe Contest 2026?
The application period is from April 1 (Wednesday) to June 30 (Tuesday).
What is the mandatory ingredient that must be used in the parfait recipes?
Applicants must use Nakayama Chestnuts, which can include processed products.
Which local event must the contest applicants be able to attend?
Applicants must be able to attend the 39th Nakayama Chestnut Festival scheduled on September 23 (Wednesday).
What are the three participating stores for which the original parfaits should be suitable?
The participating stores are Hana no Mori Hotel, Koyomi Space, and Hot Sandwich Restaurant Neko.
What historical significance do Nakayama Chestnuts have regarding Japanese Shoguns?
Nakayama Chestnuts have a long history and were presented to and praised by the third Shogun Tokugawa Iemitsu.