Japanese hospitality venues launch seasonal winter crab dining plans

Various hospitality establishments in Japan are launching seasonal winter dining plans centered on premium crab varieties.

In Kanazawa, Shokudokoro Kanazawa Suju, located within Hotel AO Kanazawa, will offer a winter crab course starting November 13, 2026. The menu features Kobako crab (female snow crab) and snow crab prepared through various methods, including grilling, boiling, and shabu-shabu. The course includes items such as crab with Kaga lotus root, crab kabu-zushi, and crab miso shell shabu-shabu. The program runs through February 28, 2027.

In Kyoto, Shijo Kawaramachi Onsen Soraniwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei, operated by Sun Frontier Hotel Management, has announced a limited winter plan from January 11 to February 28, 2027. The plan features tagged Matsuba crab (male snow crab) served as part of a Kyoto-style kaiseki meal. Guests can enjoy the crab in various forms, such as sashimi, grilled, or in rice porridge (zousui), paired with seasonal Kyoto vegetables.