[Prince Grand Resort Karuizawa] Showa Day Limited Special 1,926 Yen Set Available to Celebrate the 100th Year of the Showa Era with 'Showa Retro Gourmet Fair'
Prince Grand Resort Karuizawa will host the 'Showa Retro Gourmet Fair' from April 29 to September 7, 2026, to celebrate the 100th year of the Showa era. The event features nostalgic hotel and café-style menus, including a special limited-edition set priced at 1,926 yen on Showa Day and luxury 'evolved' melon sodas for adults.
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Prince Grand Resort Karuizawa (Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano Prefecture; General Manager: Yuko Kageyama) will hold the 'Showa Retro Gourmet Fair' starting Wednesday, April 29, 2026 (National Holiday), to celebrate the historic milestone of the 100th year of the Showa era. In addition to offering elaborately designed menus, a special 'Showa Retro Set' priced at 1,926 yen—commemorating the first year of Showa (1926)—will be available on 'Showa Day,' April 29, limited to 10 sets.
[Captions]
ALL DAY DINING LOUNGE/BAR Primrose: 'Showa Retro Set'
Dining Bloom: 'Adult Melon Soda Pinacle -The Summit-'
This fair brings back nostalgic memories to modern-day Karuizawa, from Napolitan pasta served on iron plates to cream sodas shimmering in glasses—recalling the hotel restaurants visited on special occasions and the cozy Showa-era coffee shops that were part of daily life. Karuizawa Prince Hotel West will offer casual Showa-style western menus, while Karuizawa Prince Hotel East will serve traditional Showa classic menus, preserving the hotel western cuisine of those days. Additionally, Karuizawa Asama Prince Hotel will offer 'evolved' melon sodas crafted by the head chef. Please enjoy a nostalgic and slightly luxurious 'Adult Showa' experience in Karuizawa.
'Showa Retro Gourmet Fair' Overview
Period: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 (National Holiday) – Monday, September 7, 2026
*Karuizawa Asama Prince Hotel: Monday, June 1, 2026 – Monday, August 31, 2026
Target Restaurants:
- Karuizawa Prince Hotel West 'ALL DAY DINING LOUNGE/BAR Primrose'
- Karuizawa Prince Hotel East 'All Day Dining Karuizawa Grill'
- Karuizawa Asama Prince Hotel 'Dining Bloom'
Reservations & Inquiries:
Karuizawa Prince Hotel West/East
TEL: 0267-42-1111 (Restaurant Reservations / 9:00 A.M. – 8:30 P.M.)
For details, visit the official websites:
Karuizawa Prince Hotel West: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/karuizawa-west/plan/primrose/2026.shaowa/
Karuizawa Prince Hotel East: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/karuizawa-east/plan/karuizawa_grill/2026.shaowa/
Karuizawa Asama Prince Hotel
TEL: 0267-48-0001 (10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.)
Details: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/asama/plan/dining/cream-soda/
Karuizawa Prince Hotel West 'ALL DAY DINING LOUNGE/BAR Primrose'
Offering casual Showa western menus. Enjoy flavors that evoke nostalgia across all generations.
Period: April 29, 2026 – September 7, 2026
Hours: 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. (L.O. 5:30 P.M.)
■ Taste of 'Those Days' – 'Showa Retro Set'
*Sales start: 11:00 A.M. – L.O. 4:30 P.M.
Exclusively on the fair's first day, April 29 (Wed/Holiday), a set featuring Fried Shrimp & Napolitan, Pudding, and Melon Cream Soda will be available for 1,926 yen (commemorating the first year of Showa, 1926). Only 10 sets are available. Enjoy this dish as a perfect celebration of Showa Day.
Price: ¥1,926
*This menu is not eligible for various discounts or benefits. *Price includes consumption tax and service charge (13%). *Limited to one set per person. *Please place your order with the reception staff upon entry. *No reservations; first-come, first-served on the day. *Limited to 10 sets; available until sold out.
■ Nostalgic Fried Shrimp & Napolitan
Crispy fried shrimp and nostalgic Napolitan pasta served on a sizzling iron plate. The rising aroma will whet your appetite. A satisfying, classic dish reminiscent of Showa coffee shop menus.
Price: ¥2,800
■ Coffee Shop Classic Pudding
A classic pudding made with rich eggs for a smooth texture. Finished with a refined taste and bittersweet caramel. Served on a silver plate to evoke the atmosphere of a Showa-era café.
Price: ¥700
Karuizawa Prince Hotel East 'All Day Dining Karuizawa Grill'
Traditional Showa classic menus are available. Enjoy hotel western cuisine exactly as it was back then.
Period: April 29, 2026 – September 7, 2026
Hours: 10:30 A.M. – 9:00 P.M. (L.O. 8:30 P.M.)
■ Classic Beef Stew
Beef slow-cooked to a tenderness that melts in your mouth. The flavors melt quietly into the rich demi-glace sauce. A staple of hotel western cuisine enjoyed on special days during the Showa era. Please enjoy this nostalgic yet luxurious dish.
Price: ¥5,600
■ Shrimp and Crab Western-style Pilaf
A nostalgic western flavor with a gentle aroma of butter. Plump shrimp and the savory taste of crab are locked into fluffy rice. A colorful dish that was popular in Showa-era hotel restaurants. An elegant flavor that can be enjoyed casually.
Price: ¥2,800
◎ Customer Reservations & Inquiries
TEL: 0267-42-1111 (Karuizawa Prince Hotel Restaurant Reservations / 9:00 A.M. – 8:30 P.M.)
Karuizawa Prince Hotel West: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/karuizawa-west/plan/primrose/2026.shaowa/
Karuizawa Prince Hotel East: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/karuizawa-east/plan/karuizawa_grill/2026.shaowa/
*Ingredients and menus are subject to change depending on availability. *Photos are for illustrative purposes. *Items at Karuizawa Prince Hotel West 'ALL DAY DINING LOUNGE/BAR Primrose' are lounge menu items. *Prices include consumption tax. A separate service charge (13%) will be added (excluding the 'Showa Retro Set'). *Food allergy support at this restaurant is limited to the 8 specific raw materials (shrimp, crab, walnut, wheat, buckwheat, egg, milk, peanut) that manufacturing companies are required to label under the Food Labeling Act. Customers requesting support for these 8 items should inform us in advance.
Karuizawa Asama Prince Hotel 'Dining Bloom'
Featuring 'evolved' melon sodas presented by the head chef. Three types are available, ranging from casual versions to a top-tier version combining muskmelon and champagne. An 'Adult Kid's Lunch' expressed through modern French cuisine also makes its debut. Enjoy the summer with high-quality, nostalgic yet new dining experiences.
Period: June 1, 2026 – August 31, 2026
Hours: 11:30 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. (L.O. 2:30 P.M.)
[Captions]
Adult Melon Soda Pinacle -The Summit-
Adult Kid's Lunch
■ Adult Melon Soda Pinacle -The Summit-
A dish using one whole muskmelon, adorned with melon sorbet, blueberries, and gold leaf. In addition to pouring a half-bottle of champagne into the melon bowl, the accompanying dessert wine can be used as a syrup for a change of flavor. Please enjoy the marriage of the muskmelon's rich sweetness and the flavor of the dessert wine.
Price: ¥30,000
*Please reserve at least 7 days in advance.
■ Adult Melon Soda Noble -High Noble-
Served by pouring 'Pastis,' a herb-based liqueur from Southern France, mixed with soda into a bowl carved from a whole melon. The rich aroma of anise and licorice combined with crisp refreshment enhances the melon's sweetness, making it a perfect dish for summer.
Price: ¥5,000
*Please reserve at least 3 days in advance.
■ Adult Melon Soda Familier -Familiarity-
Melon marinade and white wine jelly are arranged in a glass. This refreshing glass dessert is served with melon sorbet and Yatsugatake yogurt mousse. It can be enjoyed not only à la carte but also as a dessert in course menus.
Price: ¥2,200
■ Adult Kid's Lunch
*This menu is available during lunch and dinner times.
Dinner: 5:30 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. (L.O. 8:30 P.M.)
A special menu that arranges the 'Kid's Lunch'—the dream of children in the Showa era—for adults. Featuring high-quality ingredients such as saffron-scented fresh lobster fritters, Wagyu beef hamburger Rossini-style, and truffle-scented risotto, this luxurious plate is designed to pair well with alcohol. Enjoy an homage to Showa where the chef's commitment shines through the nostalgia.
Price: ¥30,000
*Please reserve at least 3 days in advance.
◎ Customer Reservations & Inquiries
TEL: 0267-48-0001 (Karuizawa Asama Prince Hotel / 10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.)
https://www.princehotels.co.jp/asama/plan/dining/cream-soda/
*Ingredients and menus are subject to change depending on availability. *Photos are for illustrative purposes. *Prices include consumption tax. A separate service charge (13%) will be added at the time of payment. *Food allergy support at this restaurant is limited to the 8 specific raw materials (shrimp, crab, walnut, wheat, buckwheat, egg, milk, peanut) that manufacturing companies are required to label under the Food Labeling Act. Customers requesting support for these 8 items should inform us in advance.
[Captions]
ALL DAY DINING LOUNGE/BAR Primrose: 'Showa Retro Set'
Dining Bloom: 'Adult Melon Soda Pinacle -The Summit-'
This fair brings back nostalgic memories to modern-day Karuizawa, from Napolitan pasta served on iron plates to cream sodas shimmering in glasses—recalling the hotel restaurants visited on special occasions and the cozy Showa-era coffee shops that were part of daily life. Karuizawa Prince Hotel West will offer casual Showa-style western menus, while Karuizawa Prince Hotel East will serve traditional Showa classic menus, preserving the hotel western cuisine of those days. Additionally, Karuizawa Asama Prince Hotel will offer 'evolved' melon sodas crafted by the head chef. Please enjoy a nostalgic and slightly luxurious 'Adult Showa' experience in Karuizawa.
'Showa Retro Gourmet Fair' Overview
Period: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 (National Holiday) – Monday, September 7, 2026
*Karuizawa Asama Prince Hotel: Monday, June 1, 2026 – Monday, August 31, 2026
Target Restaurants:
- Karuizawa Prince Hotel West 'ALL DAY DINING LOUNGE/BAR Primrose'
- Karuizawa Prince Hotel East 'All Day Dining Karuizawa Grill'
- Karuizawa Asama Prince Hotel 'Dining Bloom'
Reservations & Inquiries:
Karuizawa Prince Hotel West/East
TEL: 0267-42-1111 (Restaurant Reservations / 9:00 A.M. – 8:30 P.M.)
For details, visit the official websites:
Karuizawa Prince Hotel West: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/karuizawa-west/plan/primrose/2026.shaowa/
Karuizawa Prince Hotel East: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/karuizawa-east/plan/karuizawa_grill/2026.shaowa/
Karuizawa Asama Prince Hotel
TEL: 0267-48-0001 (10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.)
Details: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/asama/plan/dining/cream-soda/
Karuizawa Prince Hotel West 'ALL DAY DINING LOUNGE/BAR Primrose'
Offering casual Showa western menus. Enjoy flavors that evoke nostalgia across all generations.
Period: April 29, 2026 – September 7, 2026
Hours: 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. (L.O. 5:30 P.M.)
■ Taste of 'Those Days' – 'Showa Retro Set'
*Sales start: 11:00 A.M. – L.O. 4:30 P.M.
Exclusively on the fair's first day, April 29 (Wed/Holiday), a set featuring Fried Shrimp & Napolitan, Pudding, and Melon Cream Soda will be available for 1,926 yen (commemorating the first year of Showa, 1926). Only 10 sets are available. Enjoy this dish as a perfect celebration of Showa Day.
Price: ¥1,926
*This menu is not eligible for various discounts or benefits. *Price includes consumption tax and service charge (13%). *Limited to one set per person. *Please place your order with the reception staff upon entry. *No reservations; first-come, first-served on the day. *Limited to 10 sets; available until sold out.
■ Nostalgic Fried Shrimp & Napolitan
Crispy fried shrimp and nostalgic Napolitan pasta served on a sizzling iron plate. The rising aroma will whet your appetite. A satisfying, classic dish reminiscent of Showa coffee shop menus.
Price: ¥2,800
■ Coffee Shop Classic Pudding
A classic pudding made with rich eggs for a smooth texture. Finished with a refined taste and bittersweet caramel. Served on a silver plate to evoke the atmosphere of a Showa-era café.
Price: ¥700
Karuizawa Prince Hotel East 'All Day Dining Karuizawa Grill'
Traditional Showa classic menus are available. Enjoy hotel western cuisine exactly as it was back then.
Period: April 29, 2026 – September 7, 2026
Hours: 10:30 A.M. – 9:00 P.M. (L.O. 8:30 P.M.)
■ Classic Beef Stew
Beef slow-cooked to a tenderness that melts in your mouth. The flavors melt quietly into the rich demi-glace sauce. A staple of hotel western cuisine enjoyed on special days during the Showa era. Please enjoy this nostalgic yet luxurious dish.
Price: ¥5,600
■ Shrimp and Crab Western-style Pilaf
A nostalgic western flavor with a gentle aroma of butter. Plump shrimp and the savory taste of crab are locked into fluffy rice. A colorful dish that was popular in Showa-era hotel restaurants. An elegant flavor that can be enjoyed casually.
Price: ¥2,800
◎ Customer Reservations & Inquiries
TEL: 0267-42-1111 (Karuizawa Prince Hotel Restaurant Reservations / 9:00 A.M. – 8:30 P.M.)
Karuizawa Prince Hotel West: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/karuizawa-west/plan/primrose/2026.shaowa/
Karuizawa Prince Hotel East: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/karuizawa-east/plan/karuizawa_grill/2026.shaowa/
*Ingredients and menus are subject to change depending on availability. *Photos are for illustrative purposes. *Items at Karuizawa Prince Hotel West 'ALL DAY DINING LOUNGE/BAR Primrose' are lounge menu items. *Prices include consumption tax. A separate service charge (13%) will be added (excluding the 'Showa Retro Set'). *Food allergy support at this restaurant is limited to the 8 specific raw materials (shrimp, crab, walnut, wheat, buckwheat, egg, milk, peanut) that manufacturing companies are required to label under the Food Labeling Act. Customers requesting support for these 8 items should inform us in advance.
Karuizawa Asama Prince Hotel 'Dining Bloom'
Featuring 'evolved' melon sodas presented by the head chef. Three types are available, ranging from casual versions to a top-tier version combining muskmelon and champagne. An 'Adult Kid's Lunch' expressed through modern French cuisine also makes its debut. Enjoy the summer with high-quality, nostalgic yet new dining experiences.
Period: June 1, 2026 – August 31, 2026
Hours: 11:30 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. (L.O. 2:30 P.M.)
[Captions]
Adult Melon Soda Pinacle -The Summit-
Adult Kid's Lunch
■ Adult Melon Soda Pinacle -The Summit-
A dish using one whole muskmelon, adorned with melon sorbet, blueberries, and gold leaf. In addition to pouring a half-bottle of champagne into the melon bowl, the accompanying dessert wine can be used as a syrup for a change of flavor. Please enjoy the marriage of the muskmelon's rich sweetness and the flavor of the dessert wine.
Price: ¥30,000
*Please reserve at least 7 days in advance.
■ Adult Melon Soda Noble -High Noble-
Served by pouring 'Pastis,' a herb-based liqueur from Southern France, mixed with soda into a bowl carved from a whole melon. The rich aroma of anise and licorice combined with crisp refreshment enhances the melon's sweetness, making it a perfect dish for summer.
Price: ¥5,000
*Please reserve at least 3 days in advance.
■ Adult Melon Soda Familier -Familiarity-
Melon marinade and white wine jelly are arranged in a glass. This refreshing glass dessert is served with melon sorbet and Yatsugatake yogurt mousse. It can be enjoyed not only à la carte but also as a dessert in course menus.
Price: ¥2,200
■ Adult Kid's Lunch
*This menu is available during lunch and dinner times.
Dinner: 5:30 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. (L.O. 8:30 P.M.)
A special menu that arranges the 'Kid's Lunch'—the dream of children in the Showa era—for adults. Featuring high-quality ingredients such as saffron-scented fresh lobster fritters, Wagyu beef hamburger Rossini-style, and truffle-scented risotto, this luxurious plate is designed to pair well with alcohol. Enjoy an homage to Showa where the chef's commitment shines through the nostalgia.
Price: ¥30,000
*Please reserve at least 3 days in advance.
◎ Customer Reservations & Inquiries
TEL: 0267-48-0001 (Karuizawa Asama Prince Hotel / 10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.)
https://www.princehotels.co.jp/asama/plan/dining/cream-soda/
*Ingredients and menus are subject to change depending on availability. *Photos are for illustrative purposes. *Prices include consumption tax. A separate service charge (13%) will be added at the time of payment. *Food allergy support at this restaurant is limited to the 8 specific raw materials (shrimp, crab, walnut, wheat, buckwheat, egg, milk, peanut) that manufacturing companies are required to label under the Food Labeling Act. Customers requesting support for these 8 items should inform us in advance.