Chef Masahiro Tanabe of "Hikariya Nishi" in Matsumoto City will be in charge of lunch on "TRAIN SUITE SHIKI-SHIMA" for the 3rd consecutive year.
Why not fully enjoy a luxurious journey on "TRAIN SUITE SHIKI-SHIMA" that includes sightseeing stopovers in places such as the Chikuma River Wine Valley?
Here are the details.
About "TRAIN SUITE SHIKI-SHIMA"
"TRAIN SUITE SHIKI-SHIMA" is the flagship train that JR East takes pride in.
Under the concept of "deep journey and exploration," it operates with the aim of becoming a "bridge connecting regions" by uncovering and sharing the diverse charms of local areas through providing railway journeys unique to each season.
The "TRAIN SUITE SHIKI-SHIMA" 1-night, 2-day course (Nagano) / Autumn Course, held in October and November, features an itinerary that includes sightseeing stopovers in places such as the Chikuma River Wine Valley.
It is a course where you can enjoy an attractive journey irresistible to wine lovers.
An Artistic Gastronomic Experience
This time, Chef Masahiro Tanabe of "Hikariya Nishi" in Matsumoto City will be in charge of lunch on "TRAIN SUITE SHIKI-SHIMA" for 3 consecutive years.
The theme of the Autumn Course is "A journey to savor the style of wealthy merchants nurtured by port towns and the bounties of rich satoyama." Under that theme, Chef Tanabe crafts dishes centered on nourishing vegetables grown with heart and soul by local farmers.
Dishes that allow you to feel the natural sweetness of the ingredients and the "magic of pairings" are truly art.
Together with magnificent views from the train window that cannot be experienced inside a restaurant, it promises an extraordinary, exquisite gastronomic experience fitting for the grand finale of the finest journey.
Autumn is the best travel season in 1 year.
By all means, why not board the coveted cruise train "TRAIN SUITE SHIKI-SHIMA"?
Reference
■ "TRAIN SUITE SHIKI-SHIMA" 1-Night 2-Day Course (Nagano) / Autumn Course | Event Overview
＜Departure Dates＞
October 2024: 5, 12, 19, 26
November 2024: 2, 9, 16, 23
＜Main Operating Route＞
Ueno Station (Taito Ward, Tokyo) – Niitsu Station (Akiha Ward, Niigata City) – Obasute Station (Chikuma City, Nagano Prefecture) – Ueno Station, via the Joetsu Line, Shin'etsu Main Line, Chuo Main Line, etc.
Sightseeing stopovers in Chikuma River Wine Valley, etc.
▼ "Hikariya Nishi" Official Website: https://hikari-ya.com/nishi/
▼ "TRAIN SUITE SHIKI-SHIMA" Official Website: https://www.jreast.co.jp/shiki-shima/