Yumean Launches 'Early Summer Fair' Featuring Whole Conger Eel and Refreshing & Spicy Summer Dishes
Yumean, a Japanese restaurant chain operated by Skylark Restaurants Co., Ltd., will hold its 'Early Summer Fair' from May 21st to July 8th. The fair highlights a revival of the popular whole conger eel dishes, an earlier release of shaved ice, and new lemon-based and spicy Szechuan-style menu items to attract summer diners.
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## Yumean 'Early Summer Fair' Overview
Japanese restaurant chain Yumean, operated by Skylark Restaurants Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Musashino, Tokyo; President: Takashi Nakajima), is launching its limited-time 'Early Summer Fair' starting May 21st, 2026.
This fair brings back the highly popular 'Live-Killed Whole Conger Eel' dishes from last year, introduces its signature 'Pure Ice Shaved Ice' earlier than usual to accommodate rising temperatures, and features a variety of lemon-infused and numbing spicy Szechuan-style menu items designed to stimulate appetite during the summer heat. The campaign will run across all Yumean stores nationwide.
### Featured 'Whole Conger Eel' Dishes
- **Live-Killed Whole Conger Eel Tempura Bowl (with Miso Soup & Pickles)**: 1,399 yen (1,539 yen including tax). Served with a special sauce and a soft-boiled egg.
- **Two-Color Conger Eel Tempura Soba/Udon Set**: 1,399 yen (1,539 yen including tax). Includes two dipping sauces: soba sauce and walnut sauce.
- **Mekabu Conger Eel Tempura Soba Set**: 1,399 yen (1,539 yen including tax). Features homemade seasonal noodles made with Sanriku mekabu seaweed.
- **Customizable Small Bowl Summer Feast**: 1,499 yen (1,649 yen including tax). Diners can choose from conger eel, salmon roe, or the newly added roast beef for a small rice bowl.
### Yumean's Signature 'Pure Ice Shaved Ice'
Made from high-purity, slowly frozen ice for a fluffy texture, these desserts hide Yumean's signature Hokkaido milk soft-serve (60% raw milk) inside.
- **Awayuki Shaved Ice (Strawberry & Strawberry Milk)**: 649 yen (714 yen including tax).
- **Awayuki Shaved Ice (Uji Matcha with Red Beans)**: 649 yen (714 yen including tax). Uses Uji matcha syrup from the traditional teahouse 'Gyokurinen'.
- **White Awayuki Shaved Ice**: 599 yen (659 yen including tax). A simple, elegant combination of condensed milk and whipped cream.
(Note: Setouchi Summer Orange Shaved Ice is scheduled to replace this from July 9th.)
### Refreshing and Spicy Summer Selection
- **Lemon Beef Yaki-Shabu Set**: 1,399 yen (1,539 yen including tax). Featuring a special garlic-lemon-soy sauce.
- **Numbing Spicy Soy Milk Sesame Udon**: 999 yen (1,099 yen including tax). An authentic cold udon dish with Szechuan peppercorns and chili oil.
- **Lean Roast Beef Bowl**: 999 yen (1,099 yen including tax). Topped with homemade gravy and fresh mountain wasabi.
- **'Nebatoro' Sticky Mekabu Soba**: 1,099 yen (1,209 yen including tax). Packed with nutritious, slimy ingredients, perfect for hot days.
Through these seasonal offerings, Yumean continues to deliver delightful dining experiences to its customers.
Japanese restaurant chain Yumean, operated by Skylark Restaurants Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Musashino, Tokyo; President: Takashi Nakajima), is launching its limited-time 'Early Summer Fair' starting May 21st, 2026.
This fair brings back the highly popular 'Live-Killed Whole Conger Eel' dishes from last year, introduces its signature 'Pure Ice Shaved Ice' earlier than usual to accommodate rising temperatures, and features a variety of lemon-infused and numbing spicy Szechuan-style menu items designed to stimulate appetite during the summer heat. The campaign will run across all Yumean stores nationwide.
### Featured 'Whole Conger Eel' Dishes
- **Live-Killed Whole Conger Eel Tempura Bowl (with Miso Soup & Pickles)**: 1,399 yen (1,539 yen including tax). Served with a special sauce and a soft-boiled egg.
- **Two-Color Conger Eel Tempura Soba/Udon Set**: 1,399 yen (1,539 yen including tax). Includes two dipping sauces: soba sauce and walnut sauce.
- **Mekabu Conger Eel Tempura Soba Set**: 1,399 yen (1,539 yen including tax). Features homemade seasonal noodles made with Sanriku mekabu seaweed.
- **Customizable Small Bowl Summer Feast**: 1,499 yen (1,649 yen including tax). Diners can choose from conger eel, salmon roe, or the newly added roast beef for a small rice bowl.
### Yumean's Signature 'Pure Ice Shaved Ice'
Made from high-purity, slowly frozen ice for a fluffy texture, these desserts hide Yumean's signature Hokkaido milk soft-serve (60% raw milk) inside.
- **Awayuki Shaved Ice (Strawberry & Strawberry Milk)**: 649 yen (714 yen including tax).
- **Awayuki Shaved Ice (Uji Matcha with Red Beans)**: 649 yen (714 yen including tax). Uses Uji matcha syrup from the traditional teahouse 'Gyokurinen'.
- **White Awayuki Shaved Ice**: 599 yen (659 yen including tax). A simple, elegant combination of condensed milk and whipped cream.
(Note: Setouchi Summer Orange Shaved Ice is scheduled to replace this from July 9th.)
### Refreshing and Spicy Summer Selection
- **Lemon Beef Yaki-Shabu Set**: 1,399 yen (1,539 yen including tax). Featuring a special garlic-lemon-soy sauce.
- **Numbing Spicy Soy Milk Sesame Udon**: 999 yen (1,099 yen including tax). An authentic cold udon dish with Szechuan peppercorns and chili oil.
- **Lean Roast Beef Bowl**: 999 yen (1,099 yen including tax). Topped with homemade gravy and fresh mountain wasabi.
- **'Nebatoro' Sticky Mekabu Soba**: 1,099 yen (1,209 yen including tax). Packed with nutritious, slimy ingredients, perfect for hot days.
Through these seasonal offerings, Yumean continues to deliver delightful dining experiences to its customers.
FAQ
Are there conger eel items at Yumean's Early Summer Fair?
Yes, they offer 'Whole Conger Eel Tempura Rice Bowl' and other set meals featuring whole conger eel, a highly popular item from last year.
When can I try the shaved ice?
Responding to rising temperatures, shaved ice is available at all stores starting May 21st, the first day of the fair.
Are there any spicy noodle dishes?
Yes, they serve 'Spicy Soy Milk Sesame Udon,' featuring a complex, numbing spice profile from Sichuan peppercorns and chili oil.