Top Natural Ice Shop "Nakamachi Hyokaten" and Salt Consortium Collaborate for the First Time. Four Summers Born from a Single Block of Natural Ice.

Salt Consortium Co., Ltd. (Minato-ku, Tokyo), a major operating company of the Salt Group, will hold its first collaboration with "Nakamachi Hyokaten," a natural ice brand originating from Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture.

This rare natural ice is cultivated over approximately two weeks using only the winter cold in the rich natural environment of the Southern Alps and Yatsugatake. Utilizing its delicate melt and transparency, THE SUN & THE MOON (Restaurant), AZABUDAI HILLS GALLERY CAFE, Muu Muu Diner NU Chayamachi Plus, and Sukiyaki Juniten Kyoto have developed limited-edition shaved ice creations, each reflecting their brand concepts.

While using the same natural ice, we will deliver unique flavors exclusive to this summer, born from the individual characteristics and worldviews of each establishment.

◾️ Project Background

Salt Consortium operates restaurants and cafes nationwide that propose new experiential value through "food." Meanwhile, Nakamachi Hyokaten has sincerely engaged with the natural ice nurtured by the nature of the Southern Alps and Yatsugatake, valuing craftsmanship that maximizes its appeal.

This collaboration was realized through the convergence of the natural ice's charm, which Nakamachi Hyokaten cherishes, and Salt Consortium's creativity in proposing individuality and dining experiences for each brand.

While many collaborations involve jointly developing a single product, this project uses a single block of natural ice as its theme, with four brands developing products that leverage their respective worldviews and culinary approaches.

◾️ Product Introduction

< AZABUDAI HILLS GALLERY CAFE >

AZABUDAI HILLS GALLERY CAFE, adjacent to the Azabudai Hills Gallery, has proposed a fusion of art and food by developing limited-edition menus that express the world of the artworks for each special exhibition.

We offer a limited-edition summer drink that uses the transparency of natural ice as a canvas, layering the rich sweetness of ripe mangoes with the refreshing tartness of passion fruit and the floral aroma of citrus chamomile. A tea jelly adds depth to the flavor, allowing for enjoyment until the very last sip.

Availability: Scheduled from June 20 (Sat) to the end of August

Mature Mango x Citrus Chamomile Shaved Ice

Price: 2,300 yen (tax included)

Official Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/azabudaihills_gallerycafe/

< THE SUN & THE MOON (Restaurant) >

Located on the 52nd floor of Roppongi Hills Mori Tower, THE SUN & THE MOON (Restaurant) is a restaurant where you can enjoy dishes incorporating seasonal ingredients and afternoon tea, along with a spectacular view overlooking Tokyo.

As part of our summer-limited afternoon tea, we offer shaved ice combining ripe summer strawberries with special amazake milk and homemade fermented lemon. The fresh sweetness and refreshing tartness of the strawberries are complemented by the gentle richness of amazake and the aroma of fermented lemon, allowing you to enjoy the changing flavors along with the delicate melt. This is a seasonal limited item to conclude the summer afternoon tea.

Availability: Scheduled from June 22 (Mon) to the end of August

Mature Summer Strawberry and Special Amazake Milk, Fermented Lemon Shaved Ice Served as part of the summer-limited afternoon tea Afternoon Tea Price: Weekdays from 7,300 yen / Weekends and holidays from 8,400 yen

Official Website: https://thesun-themoon.com/moon/ Official Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/themoon_roppongi/

< Sukiyaki Juniten Kyoto >

"Sukiyaki Juniten Kyoto," located near Maruyama Park in Higashiyama, Kyoto, is a sukiyaki specialty restaurant that reflects the seasons and flavors of the moment, cherished in Japanese cuisine, in each dish.

This time, we have prepared five types of limited-edition shaved ice that express the unique seasonality of Japan, featuring seasonal fruits and Japanese ingredients as the main focus. The individuality of each ingredient is carefully brought out, allowing you to enjoy different flavors with each passing season.

【Limited Shaved Ice Lineup】

Availability: Scheduled from July 1 (Wed) to the end of October

Seasonal Ripe Fruit (Ripe Summer Strawberry Milk)

A serving that luxuriously uses ripe summer strawberries, which are sweet and tart, combined with Nakamachi Hyokaten's signature rich milk base. The fresh tartness of the strawberries is gently enveloped by the milk, creating a nostalgic yet rich flavor.

Price: 2,420 yen (tax included)

Availability: Scheduled from July 1 (Wed) to the end of October

Uji Matcha and Tamanokou Sake Lees

A serving that combines fragrant Uji matcha from Kyoto with sake lees cream from the renowned Kyoto sake "Tamanokou." The slightly bitter taste of matcha and the rich mellowness of sake lees are layered with the refreshing aroma of yuzu peel.

Price: 2,420 yen (tax included)

Availability: Scheduled from July 1 (Wed) to the end of October

Apricot, Vanilla, and Fig

A serving that layers a ripe apricot syrup, flavored with the gentle sweetness of wasanbon and the aroma of vanilla, over the elegant sweetness and unique texture of figs. A delicate and luxurious taste where the ingredients enhance each other.

Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)

Availability: Scheduled from July 1 (Wed) to the end of October

Plum Jade and Yuzu Green Tea

A serving that combines a refreshing green tea syrup, flavored with the crisp tartness of green plums prepared to be as beautiful as jade, with the invigorating aroma of yuzu. A clean and elegant taste that brings coolness to the hot summer. Price: 1,870 yen (tax included)

Availability: Scheduled from July 1 (Wed) to the end of October

Seasonal Ripe Fruit (Ripe White Peach and Passion Fruit)

A serving that combines a rich syrup made with plenty of seasonal ripe white peaches with the refreshing tartness and tropical aroma of passion fruit. A summery flavor where the freshness of natural ice harmonizes with the fruitiness.

Price: 2,420 yen (tax included)

Official Website: https://sukiyaki-jyuniten.com/kyoto/ Official Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/sukiyaki.jyuniten_kyoto/

< MuuMuu Diner NU Chayamachi Plus >

A Hawaiian diner where you can enjoy the resort atmosphere full of Aloha spirit through authentic Hawaiian food such as Kona coffee air-flown from Hawaii, loco moco, and pancakes. Stepping inside the restaurant, you can spend an open and relaxing time as if you were visiting Hawaii.

This summer, we offer a tropical shaved ice featuring acai, popular in Hawaii, combined with tropical ingredients such as dragon fruit and passion fruit. A dish that makes you feel the Hawaiian summer, with its vibrant colors and refreshing taste.

Availability: Scheduled from July 3 (Fri) to the end of September

Acai Shaved Ice

Price: 1,880 yen (tax included)

Official Website: https://salt-group.jp/shop/muumuu-chayamachi/ Official Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/muumuudiner_chayamac

◾️ About Nakamachi Hyokaten

Nakamachi Hyokaten Founder / Shaved Ice Producer Smaile Company Inc. Representative Director Takashi Nagano

A popular shop with many fans nationwide, known for its shaved ice made with natural ice from "Kuramoto Hachigi" and carefully selected seasonal ingredients. They have stores in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture (main store) and Yoyogi-Uehara, Tokyo. They are active in department store events and pop-up stores nationwide, and produce shaved ice across the country, disseminating the appeal of natural ice shaved ice.

About Salt Consortium Co., Ltd.

Salt Consortium Co., Ltd., which handles the food and beverage business of the Salt Group, plans and operates over 55 restaurants and facility cafeterias nationwide, including "The Burn" in Aoyama Itchome, "The INNOCENT CARVERY" in Nishiazabu, "THE SUN & THE MOON" in Roppongi Hills, "TOKYO NODE CAFE" in Toranomon Station Tower, and "Azabudai Hills Gallery Cafe."

About Salt Group

"Change the world with a pinch of SALT."

Salt Group is a leading company that creates new value and changes the world from the vast ocean, which holds infinite possibilities, just like salt, the source of life. We continue to propose new "experiences" with unconventional and free ideas across a wide range of business formats and fields, including restaurants, accommodations, longevity, and regional revitalization.

Based on Japan's proud culture, and sometimes through collaborations with excellent overseas partners, we challenge future culture and aim to deliver surprise and excitement to people all over the world.

Official Website: https://salt-group.jp/