{"id":1014,"date":"2025-01-26T12:49:03","date_gmt":"2025-01-26T03:49:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kaburaya-matsui.com\/en\/?p=1014"},"modified":"2025-01-27T20:42:02","modified_gmt":"2025-01-27T11:42:02","slug":"about-kaiseki","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kaburaya-matsui.com\/en\/about-kaiseki\/","title":{"rendered":"About Kaiseki"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t<style type=\"text\/css\">\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 {\n\t\t\t\tmargin: auto;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 .gallery-item {\n\t\t\t\tfloat: left;\n\t\t\t\tmargin-top: 10px;\n\t\t\t\ttext-align: center;\n\t\t\t\twidth: 50%;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 img {\n\t\t\t\tborder: 2px solid #cfcfcf;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 .gallery-caption {\n\t\t\t\tmargin-left: 0;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\/* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes\/media.php *\/\n\t\t<\/style>\n\t\t<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-1014 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-full'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/kaburaya-matsui.com\/en\/line_oa_chat_250127_103115\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1108\" height=\"1477\" src=\"https:\/\/kaburaya-matsui.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/line_oa_chat_250127_103115.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/kaburaya-matsui.com\/en\/about-kaiseki\/line_oa_chat_250127_103113\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1108\" height=\"1477\" src=\"https:\/\/kaburaya-matsui.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/line_oa_chat_250127_103113.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Recently, we have seen a significant increase in the number of overseas customers who wish to experience Kaiseki dining at our restaurant. Japanese cuisine has many styles, but we are especially delighted that so many people are interested in Kaiseki cuisine.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Now, are you aware that there are two types of Kaiseki? &#8220;Kaiseki<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">&#8211;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">ryori&#8221; (\u61d0\u77f3\u6599\u7406) and &#8220;Kaiseki-ryori&#8221; (\u4f1a\u5e2d\u6599\u7406)? Both originate from &#8220;Honzen-ryori&#8221;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\uff08\u672c\u81b3\u6599\u7406\uff09,<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> the traditional Japanese meal system.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s4\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">The Origin of Honzen-ryori<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Honzen-ryori developed during the Heian period within the court culture and was systematized through the samurai culture from the Kamakura period onward. It is based on the concept of &#8220;one soup, three sides&#8221; (\u4e00\u6c41\u4e09\u83dc<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\/Ichi-jyu San-sai<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">) and features a series of multiple dishes. The order of serving and the table manners were strictly defined, and the focus was not only on the taste but also on the formality of the meal. Thus, this cuisine has a ceremonial aspect.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s4\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Differences between Kaiseki-ryori and Kaiseki-ryori<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s4\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\u300a<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s4\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Kaiseki-ryori (\u61d0\u77f3\u6599\u7406)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s4\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\u300b<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Kaiseki<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">(\u61d0\u77f3)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">-ryori developed during the Muromachi<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">(\u5ba4\u753a)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">period as part of the tea ceremony. It is also called &#8220;Cha<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">&#8211;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">kaiseki&#8221; (\u8336\u61d0\u77f3) and was established by Sen no Riky\u016b<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\uff08\u5343\u5229\u4f11\uff09<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> within the context of the tea ceremony. The meals served at tea gatherings were simple, based on &#8220;one soup, three sides,&#8221; intended to fill the stomach before the main course of thick tea (\u6fc3\u8336<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\/Koi-cha<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">) was served.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">The term &#8220;Kaiseki&#8221;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">(\u61d0\u77f3)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> comes from the practice of Zen monks warming stones and placing them in their robes to keep warm during meditation. Although the kanji for &#8220;Kaiseki&#8221; (\u4f1a\u5e2d) was originally used, during the Edo<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">(\u6c5f\u6238)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> period, the term &#8220;Kaiseki&#8221;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">(\u61d0\u77f3)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> became associated with the Zen philosophy to distinguish it from the more festive meal style served at banquets.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">It is important to note that in recent times, the character &#8220;\u61d0\u77f3&#8221; is often used by many restaurants, even those that do not strictly follow the tea ceremony tradition, simply due to the imagery associated with the kanji.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s4\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Kaiseki-ryori (\u4f1a\u5e2d\u6599\u7406)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Kaiseki<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\uff08\u4f1a\u5e2d\uff09<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">-ryori, on the other hand, emerged during the Edo<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">period alongside the rise <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">of merchant culture. It was developed for banquets and gatherings, such as poetry and linked-verse meetings<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">for Haiku\uff08\u4ff3\u53e5<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\uff09<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">or Renga(\u9023\u6b4c)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">, where food was served as part of the enjoyment of drinking. Unlike <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Cha-Kaiseki<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">, <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">this <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Kaiseki-ryori is known for its variety and luxurious offerings.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">The term &#8220;Kaiseki&#8221;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">(\u4f1a\u5e2d)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> means &#8220;to gather and enjoy the meal,&#8221; and this style of dining is mainly offered at banquet settings. It departs from the &#8220;one soup, three sides&#8221; model and includes a wide range of dishes such as sashimi, grilled items, stews, and fried foods. The beauty of the food, its taste, the tableware, and the overall presentation are in perfect harmony.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">At our restaurant, we serve Kaiseki<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">(<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\u4f1a\u5e2d<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">-ryori.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s4\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Difference between Kaiseki-ryori and Kappo<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Some Japanese customers mistakenly refer to our restaurant as a Kappo<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">(\u5272\u70f9)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> restaurant because of the counter dining style, which resembles the image of a Kappo restaurant.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">While traditionally served in more formal settings, Kaiseki-ryori is also offered at counter-style restaurants, where the chef prepares and serves each dish right in front of the customers. This format adds an interactive element to the dining experience, allowing guests to engage with the chef and appreciate the meticulous preparation of each dish. It creates a more personal and dynamic experience, while still maintaining the elegance and seasonality that defines Kaiseki-ryori.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Here is a simple comparison between Kaiseki-ryori and Kappo:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s4\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Kaiseki-ryori<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"s6\"><span class=\"s5\">\u2022 <\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Focuses on the seasonal aspect and harmony, served at banquets or special occasions.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"s6\"><span class=\"s5\">\u2022 <\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Each dish has its theme and is served in sequence.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"s6\"><span class=\"s5\">\u2022 <\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">The beauty of the food, taste, tableware, and presentation harmonize as a whole.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s4\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Kappo<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"s6\"><span class=\"s5\">\u2022 <\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">The chef prepares and serves dishes right in front of the customers.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"s6\"><span class=\"s5\">\u2022 <\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">It is often served in a course format, but the number of dishes and their structure are at the discretion of the chef.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"s6\"><span class=\"s5\">\u2022 <\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">While seasonal ingredients are emphasized, the presentation is less formal.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Kaiseki-ryori is like a narrative, where each dish represents a chapter, and the meal flows with the changing seasons. On the other hand, Kappo offers a live experience, allowing you to enjoy a one-of-a-kind meal created at that moment. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Depending on your goals and preferences, you can choose the style that best suits you.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s4\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Our Commitment<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Typically, we begin considering the menu for the following month in the middle of the current month. The chef and the hostess engage in multiple discussions, carefully considering both the chef\u2019s and the customers\u2019 perspectives. By the end of the month, we finalize the menu.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">As mentioned earlier, Kaiseki-ryori is like a story, incorporating a well-defined structure with rising action and dramatic turns. Sometimes, the experience is as dynamic as an action movie; other times, it unfolds like an unpredictable mystery novel. Traditional dishes with a sense of stability feel like a heartwarming home drama. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">We hope that when you dine with us, you can appreciate the message that the chef has infused into the menu for that month. One of the charms of Kaiseki-ryori is perhaps recognizing the hidden stories and emotions behind each dish.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s3\"><span class=\"s2\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">However, we aim to make Kaiseki-ryori accessible to everyone, without an overly formal atmosphere. 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