Ryokan Onomichi Nishiyama Restaurant "Yoh-so-ro" New Menu Concept "Onomichi Gastronomy" ~A Journey to Savor the Memories Woven by Trading Culture in a Port Town~

Ryokan Onomichi Nishiyama (operated by Setouchi Ryokan Co., Ltd.), located in Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, where sea breezes and history intersect, will fully renew its culinary concept starting in July 2026 and launch "Onomichi Gastronomy." We will revive the spirit of "Saen," a place of social gathering where literary figures and wealthy merchants once interacted through tea ceremonies, and offer an "experience to savor the unique memories of the land" that goes beyond mere accommodation.

Constructing a Narrative with European Techniques

At Onomichi Nishiyama, we have moved beyond the traditional French cuisine we have offered until now to construct a new "local gastronomy" using free-thinking and European culinary techniques. We have reconstructed the context of "history, trade, preservation, and fermentation" that the port town of Onomichi has experienced into dishes, pursuing not just the arrangement of high-quality ingredients, but the inevitability of "having a reason to eat here," creating a one-of-a-kind narrative.

"Three Terroirs" Dissecting Onomichi's DNA

At the foundation of our cuisine lie three elements that shape Onomichi's unique character.

1. Marine Terroir: Local fish nurtured by the fast-flowing currents of the Seto Inland Sea. From star seafood like scorpionfish and red sea bream to accent ingredients like sardine and octopus, we condense the richness of this archipelago into a single dish.

2. Agricultural Terroir: Lemons and hassaku oranges ripened by the sun on the slopes of the islands. Their sharp acidity and fragrance accentuate the contours of our sauces, creating a deep lingering taste.

3. Historical and Cultural Terroir: The wisdom of "preservation and brewing" passed down by our predecessors, such as "Onomichi Miso" founded in 1582, and the kelp and dried fish brought by the Kitamaebune trading ships, imbue our dishes with layered umami.

Six detached houses with 8 rooms offering privacy, and 3 rooms in the main building embodying sophisticated simplicity.

In this intimate lodging of just 11 rooms, please enjoy Onomichi Gastronomy, pursued by a chef deeply familiar with the region, served in a dynamic live kitchen, offering a compelling reason to dine here.

Sample Menu *Contents vary depending on availability.

THE OPENING: An Amuse-bouche brought by the Kitamaebune

Acou (Banded Frogfish), Kelp Dashi

Hiroshima Beef Baked Alaska with Citrus

About "Ryokan Onomichi Nishiyama"

This historic, long-established inn, "Nishiyama Bekkan," beloved by literary masters and celebrities since its founding in 1943, was renovated and grandly reopened in April 2023. The property features a lawn garden at its center, with 6 detached houses (8 rooms) and 3 rooms in the main building, totaling 11 guest rooms, a restaurant with an open kitchen, a lounge, banquet rooms, and a large public bath.

Official Website: https://o-nishiyama.co.jp/

The lawn garden illuminated at nightDetached guest rooms "Wara no Ie" filled with the traditional techniques of artisansThe live open dining space "Yoh-so-ro"

Operating Company Overview

Company Name: Setouchi Ryokan Co., Ltd.

Date of Establishment: March 1, 2022

Location: 678-1 Yamami-cho, Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture

Major Shareholder: Setouchi Brand Corporation (100%)

Business Activities: Ryokan Management