Seasonal Kaiseki Featuring "Sakura-鯛" (Sea Bream) and Nanki's Specialty "Nama-Maguro" (Fresh Tuna) to Announce Spring. Enjoy Nanki's Flavors Only Available at This Time and Place! Cherry Blossoms Will Be in Full Bloom at Shingu Castle Overlooking the Kumano River.

Kyu-mura Nanki-Katsuura (Location: Uku-i, Nachikatsuura-cho, Higashimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture, Manager: Yasuhiro Kawakatsu), a resort hotel located in Yoshino-Kumano National Park, will begin selling the seasonal kaiseki "Maguro and Sakura-鯛 no Shunsai Ryori" (Tuna and Sakura Sea Bream Seasonal Cuisine) featuring seasonal fish on April 1st. Soon, Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms will be in full bloom around Kyu-mura, including at Shingu Castle. Please enjoy the spring of Nanki to your heart's content with both your eyes and your palate.

◆ "Sakura-鯛", the Seasonal Fish Announcing Spring

"Sakura-鯛" refers to sea bream caught during the cherry blossom season. It is called "Sakura-鯛" because its body turns a cherry blossom color before the spring spawning season. Sakura-鯛 at this time of year is rich in nutrients, with firm flesh and concentrated umami, and is considered the best season for sea bream.

Kyu-mura offers a kaiseki where you can enjoy Sakura-鯛, which can only be tasted at this time, as the main dish, along with fresh Nama-Maguro from Katsuura Fishing Port.

◆ Kyu-mura Nanki-Katsuura "Maguro and Sakura-鯛 no Shunsai Ryori"

The Sakura-鯛 used is landed from the Kuroshio Current. It can be enjoyed in various ways, including sashimi, seared sashimi (yakishimo), konbu-jime (kelp-cured), kago-mushi (steamed in a basket), and in a Western-style pie. In particular, the sashimi and yakishimo offer a refined sweetness and umami unique to this season. The firm, chewy texture is a characteristic of Sakura-鯛 that can only be experienced at this time of year.

<Maguro and Sakura-鯛 no Shunsai Ryori>

Period: April 1, 2026 (Wednesday) - May 31, 2026 (Sunday)

Price: From 22,500 yen per person (including tax, excluding hot spring tax) for stays with 2 meals

　　　*Price per person for weekday stays in a Japanese-style room for 2 people.

【Menu】

Appetizers: Sakura-鯛 Konbu-jime, Sakura-鯛 Yakishimo, Maguro Namero

Sashimi: Sakura-鯛, Yellowfin Tuna, Skipjack Tuna, Nakaochi

Steamed Dish: Sakura-鯛 Kago-mushi

Grilled Dish: Kumano Beef Teppanyaki

Main Dish: Sakura-鯛 White Sauce Pie

Steamed Dish: Sakura-鯛 Sakura-mushi

*The service corner offers tempura, Wakayama specialty salad, rice, Kumano beef curry, dessert, etc.

FAQ

What is the special seasonal kaiseki menu being offered at Kyu-mura Nanki-Katsuura?

The special seasonal kaiseki menu is called "Maguro and Sakura-鯛 no Shunsai Ryori," featuring fresh tuna and seasonal Sakura-鯛 (sea bream).

What makes "Sakura-鯛" a special seasonal fish for spring?

"Sakura-鯛" refers to sea bream caught during the cherry blossom season, which turns a cherry blossom color before spawning and is rich in nutrients with firm flesh and concentrated umami.

Where does the "Nama-Maguro" (fresh tuna) used in the kaiseki come from?

The Nama-Maguro used in the kaiseki is sourced from Katsuura Fishing Port, known for its fresh tuna from the Kuroshio Current.

What are the available dates for enjoying the "Maguro and Sakura-鯛 no Shunsai Ryori"?

The seasonal kaiseki menu is available from April 1, 2026, to May 31, 2026.

What is the starting price for a stay that includes the "Maguro and Sakura-鯛 no Shunsai Ryori"?

The price starts from 22,500 yen per person, including tax, for stays with two meals in a Japanese-style room for two people on weekdays.

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