For World Chaîne Day 2026, the Bailliage of Kanto (Tokyo) gathered on April 24th under the theme “A Chaîne day celebration with a terrace overlooking a verdant garden and a Japanese-Western fusion dinner.”

This year’s venue was Happo-en in Shirokanedai, Tokyo, newly renovated last autumn and now shining with renewed elegance. With its historic garden, dating back more than 400 years and its refined modern interiors, Happo-en provided a truly memorable setting for this special celebration.

The event was made possible through the gracious cooperation of Mr Haruyoshi Hase, an Officier Maître Restaurateur and valued member of the Chaîne, who serves as Chairman and Representative Director of Happo-en.

The evening began with an aperitif on the terrace overlooking the lush garden, offering guests a serene escape from the bustle of central Tokyo. Dinner followed in an elegant banquet room inspired by washi, traditional Japanese paper.

Guests enjoyed a beautifully composed Japanese-Western fusion menu prepared under the direction of Executive Chef Matsunaga, paired with carefully selected wines. Each course reflected Japanese sensibility, French culinary technique and a deep respect for seasonal ingredients.

MENU

Amuse-bouche
Salmon, smoked salmon roe
citrus, dill and iburigakko (Ed: smoked radish pickle)
Mantlerhof Sekt Brut Nature ‘Zero Dosage’ 2023
Austria

Foie gras parfait
with a composition of honey, marigold
and aiguillettes of duck
Domaine de Chambleau Chasselas 2024
Neuchâtel, Switzerland

Caviar and fresh wasabi
tomato and clam broth

Deep-fried Aka Amadai in the Okitsu style
asatsuki aromatics
sea urchin-scented white wine sauce
buttered spinach
Santenay Rouge ‘Les Champs Claude’ 2022
Domaine Denis Carré, Burgundy, France

Selected beef sirloin
baked in Happo-en’s traditional salt-crust style
kabosu and tamari soy flavoured Bigarade sauce
Japanese herbs salad, smooth potato purée
Crozes-Hermitage Rouge 2023
Yann Chave, Rhône Valley, France

Pistachio and strawberry entremets
white chocolate tiara and raspberry coulis

The refined cuisine, harmonious wine pairings, gracious hospitality and warm fellowship among members and guests made this World Chaîne Day celebration in Tokyo a truly memorable occasion.

Vive la Chaîne!

Kundo Koyama
Bailli Provincial