Three New California Prune Special Menu Items Debut at Renowned American-Style Restaurant UNION SQUARE TOKYO in Roppongi
The California Prune Board is launching three limited-time menu items featuring prunes at UNION SQUARE TOKYO in Tokyo Midtown, starting May 18, 2026.
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The California Prune Board is pleased to announce that three new menu items featuring California prunes will be available for a limited time starting May 18, 2026, at the restaurant 'UNION SQUARE TOKYO' in Tokyo Midtown.
California prunes are characterized by their natural sweetness and rich flavor, with no sugar added. They are highly regarded for their balanced nutritional profile, including dietary fiber, potassium, and vitamin K. In recent years, the versatility of California prunes has been rediscovered, drawing significant interest from the hotel and restaurant industry for the added value and taste benefits they bring to menus.
In this collaboration, California prunes are used in three popular signature menu items at UNION SQUARE TOKYO: pasta, grilled pork, and a beef cheese burger. Chef Yosuke Shioda developed these premium dishes while considering the dining scene and the culture and stories behind the ingredients.
[Menu Overview]
California Prune and Blue Cheese Penne Rigate
Penne tossed in a generous blue cheese sauce, finished with California prunes, walnuts, and fresh basil. The aroma of the rich blue cheese coating the penne harmonizes with the rich sweetness and acidity of the prunes.
Grilled Kato Pork with California Prune Poivrade Sauce
A popular standard menu item at UNION SQUARE, now featuring 'Kato Pork' from Gunma Prefecture, served with a California prune sauce. The juicy, melt-in-the-mouth loin steak paired with a black pepper-infused Poivrade sauce and the sweet and sour flavor of prunes creates an exquisite taste.
Shorthorn Beef Burger with California Prune and American Cherry Confit
A premium burger featuring a giant 100% rare Shorthorn beef patty from Yamagata Village, Iwate Prefecture, topped with plenty of cheese and a special prune puree sauce made with American cherry confit. The fruity prune sauce, simmered with aged balsamic vinegar and a hint of spice, fully brings out the umami of the lean Shorthorn beef.
[Store Information]
UNION SQUARE TOKYO
■Location: Tokyo Midtown Galleria Garden Terrace B1F, 9-7-4 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
■Open: 11:00-23:00
■Official Website: https://unionsquaretokyo.com/
California prunes are characterized by their natural sweetness and rich flavor, with no sugar added. They are highly regarded for their balanced nutritional profile, including dietary fiber, potassium, and vitamin K. In recent years, the versatility of California prunes has been rediscovered, drawing significant interest from the hotel and restaurant industry for the added value and taste benefits they bring to menus.
In this collaboration, California prunes are used in three popular signature menu items at UNION SQUARE TOKYO: pasta, grilled pork, and a beef cheese burger. Chef Yosuke Shioda developed these premium dishes while considering the dining scene and the culture and stories behind the ingredients.
[Menu Overview]
California Prune and Blue Cheese Penne Rigate
Penne tossed in a generous blue cheese sauce, finished with California prunes, walnuts, and fresh basil. The aroma of the rich blue cheese coating the penne harmonizes with the rich sweetness and acidity of the prunes.
Grilled Kato Pork with California Prune Poivrade Sauce
A popular standard menu item at UNION SQUARE, now featuring 'Kato Pork' from Gunma Prefecture, served with a California prune sauce. The juicy, melt-in-the-mouth loin steak paired with a black pepper-infused Poivrade sauce and the sweet and sour flavor of prunes creates an exquisite taste.
Shorthorn Beef Burger with California Prune and American Cherry Confit
A premium burger featuring a giant 100% rare Shorthorn beef patty from Yamagata Village, Iwate Prefecture, topped with plenty of cheese and a special prune puree sauce made with American cherry confit. The fruity prune sauce, simmered with aged balsamic vinegar and a hint of spice, fully brings out the umami of the lean Shorthorn beef.
[Store Information]
UNION SQUARE TOKYO
■Location: Tokyo Midtown Galleria Garden Terrace B1F, 9-7-4 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
■Open: 11:00-23:00
■Official Website: https://unionsquaretokyo.com/
FAQ
Where is the limited-time menu available?
It is available at UNION SQUARE TOKYO in Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo.
Is the menu sugar-free?
Yes, it uses the natural sweetness and flavor of California prunes in sauces without added sugar.
What kind of dishes are offered?
Three dishes are offered: penne, grilled Kato pork, and Shorthorn beef burger.