[Gifu Grand Hotel] Chinese Restaurant "Kasen" to Reopen on Friday, July 3rd
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- [Gifu Grand Hotel] Chinese Restaurant "Kasen" to Reopen on Friday, July 3rd
- Gifu Grand Hotel will reopen its Chinese restaurant "Kasen" on Friday, July 3rd, after a period of closure since February. Under the new head chef, the restaurant will offer evolved dishes that are "healthier and more delicious," featuring seasonal ingredients from the Tokai region. Details of the pre-opening period (June 16-30) and the full opening (July 3 onwards) menus are provided, along with an invitation for media pre-tasting and interviews.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 10, 2026
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Gifu Grand Hotel will reopen its Chinese restaurant "Kasen" on Friday, July 3rd, after a period of closure since February. Under the new head chef, the restaurant will offer evolved dishes that are "healthier and more delicious," featuring seasonal ingredients from the Tokai region. Details of the pre-opening period (June 16-30) and the full opening (July 3 onwards) menus are provided, along with an invitation for media pre-tasting and interviews.
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- [Gifu Grand Hotel] Chinese Restaurant "Kasen" to Reopen on Friday, July 3rd (June 10, 2026), PR Times
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- June 10, 2026
Gifu Grand Hotel will reopen its Chinese restaurant "Kasen" on Friday, July 3rd, after a period of closure since February. Under the new head chef, the restaurant will offer evolved dishes that are "healthier and more delicious," featuring seasonal ingredients from the Tokai region. Details of the pre-opening period (June 16-30) and the full opening (July 3 onwards) menus are provided, along with an invitation for media pre-tasting and interviews.
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While retaining the warmth that "Kasen" has been loved for over many years, we will welcome guests with dishes evolved to be "healthier and more delicious" under the sensibility of our new head chef.
■ Business Hours
Lunch: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM (Last Order for Courses: 1:30 PM)
Dinner: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Last Order for Courses: 7:30 PM / A la carte: 8:30 PM)
■ Regular Holidays: Every Wednesday and Thursday
■ About the New Head Chef
Daisuke Nakamura, 47 years old
Born in Nagoya City, with 28 years of experience working primarily in hotels and restaurants in Nagoya.
(Comment from the New Head Chef)
I feel the weight of over 60 years of history. While meeting the expectations of our customers who have loved Kasen, I will strive to bring even greater joy by incorporating my own style.
I aim to create dishes that utilize the seasonal ingredients of the Tokai three prefectures, including Gifu, and while maintaining a hotel-like quality, are delicious for people of all ages.
As I specialize in dim sum, appetizers, and desserts, I want our guests to fully enjoy everything from the start to the end of their course meal, not just the main dishes.
■ [Pre-Opening]
We will be operating with a limited menu as we prepare for the full opening.
[Dates]: Tuesday, June 16th - Tuesday, June 30th
Menu:
Lunch: ¥3,500
Appetizer, Soup, Dim Sum, Mapo Tofu, White Rice, Dessert
Dinner: ¥8,800 (for 2 or more people)
Appetizer, Steamed Chicken and Seasonal Vegetable Salad, Five-Ingredient Vegetable and Shark Fin Soup,
Shrimp and Chinese Vegetable Stir-fry with Salt Koji, Dim Sum, Mino Healthy Pork Sweet and Sour Pork with Black Vinegar Sauce, Fried Rice with Flying Fish Roe and Lettuce, Dessert
A la carte:
* Lunch: Gomoku Ankake Yakisoba, Xiaolongbao, Almond Jelly, etc. (10 items)
* Dinner: Shrimp in Tomato Chili Sauce, Snow Crab Egg Omelet with Salted Ankake Sauce, Hida Beef Steak and Green Pepper Stir-fry with Oyster Sauce, Lightly Stir-fried Greens with Salt, etc. (21 items)
★★★★★★★★★Pre-Opening Commemorative Lottery★★★★★★★★★
All participants will receive a coupon for their next visit.
(20% Discount Coupon, or 1 Free Drink Coupon, or 1 Free Almond Jelly Coupon)
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■ [Full Opening]
This will be the grand opening with the complete menu available.
[Dates]: Friday, July 3rd onwards
Menu:
Lunch: ¥3,500 / ¥5,500
Dinner: ¥8,800 / ¥11,000 (Reservation required by 5:00 PM the day before) / ¥20,000 (Reservation required 3 days in advance)
A la carte: All 37 items (planned)
*Except for the ¥3,500 lunch, all other options are for 2 or more people.
■ [For Media Representatives] Invitation for Pre-Tasting and Interviews
Prior to the grand opening, we are offering opportunities for "Individual Tasting and Interviews" where you can experience the new head chef's cuisine. We encourage you to utilize this for your TV and print features.
[Dates]: Monday, June 1st - Monday, June 15th, daily from 2:00 PM (excluding Wednesdays and Thursdays)
[Content]: Tasting and photography of new menu items / Interviews with the head chef and restaurant manager, etc.
*Please contact us in advance to arrange your preferred date, company name, and number of attendees.
[Contact]: Gifu Grand Hotel, Marketing Department, Planning Division
Attn: Mushiga or Otsuka, Tel: 058-233-1111 (Main Line)
◆ Reservations and Inquiries
Reservation Center: Tel: 058-233-1111 (Main Line)
Alternatively, internet reservations can be made through the event information section on the hotel's official website.
Reserve here!
About Gifu Grand Hotel:
A healing resort hotel along the Nagara River
Mount Kinka stands in front of the hotel, and the clear Nagara River flows by, allowing many people to enjoy its nature and scenery. Mount Kinka is also popular as a hiking course, and the view from Gifu Castle at the summit is magnificent. Enjoy the flavors and scenery of the four seasons. Please spend your time in Gifu at your leisure.
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FAQ
When will Gifu Grand Hotel's Chinese restaurant "Kasen" reopen?
The grand opening is on Friday, July 3rd, 2020. The pre-opening period runs from Tuesday, June 16th to Tuesday, June 30th.
What kind of cuisine will the new head chef offer?
The new head chef aims to provide healthy and delicious Chinese cuisine using seasonal ingredients from the Tokai region, maintaining a hotel-like quality while being accessible to all ages.
What are the price ranges for lunch and dinner?
Lunch starts at ¥3,500, and dinner starts at ¥8,800. Both course menus and à la carte options are available.
When can media representatives have a tasting?
Individual tastings and interviews are available by appointment between Monday, June 1st, and Monday, June 15th.
How can I make a reservation?
Reservations can be made by phone at 058-233-1111 or online through the event information section on the hotel's official website.