Western restaurant "Kitchen Harebare" newly opened opening ceremony - a lovely restaurant in Hokuryu Town that is cheerful and relaxing

Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Former local revitalization cooperation team members Yasuhide Nishijima (52 years old) and Chiaki Nakano (51 years old) will be opening a Western restaurant called "Kitchen Harebare" in Hokuryu Town on Wednesday, February 5th!

Western restaurant "Kitchen Harebare"

Yasuhide Nishijima and Chiaki Nakano

Prior to the grand opening, an opening ceremony was held on Monday, February 3rd, the first day of spring, where members of the Hokuryu Town Chamber of Commerce were treated to a heartfelt and heartfelt meal to express their gratitude.

A message from the owner, Yasuhide Nishijima

Chiaki Nakano's thoughts on her mother, Harumi

"Chiaki Nakano's mother passed away last year. Her name was Harumi. She was originally supposed to help out here, but that didn't work out, so we decided to name the shop "Harebare" (Clear Clear Sky) to express our feelings for her. It also means "sunny in a town of sunflowers."

The opening date is February 5th, 2025, which was chosen as the play on words, "2525 Nico Nico."

"I've also set up a special spot for Harumi at the counter, where I place a stuffed toy and have a drink with her every night. I feel like Harumi is always watching over me," says Nishijima with a deep emotion.

A new culture of Western food! And for the young people who will lead it into the future.

"I want to leave behind a Western food culture that has never been seen before in this town, and I would be happy if people from the neighborhood would come and learn about the charms of Hokuryu, and think that as many people as possible would like to live in Hokuryu.

More than anything, I want to continue to provide food and drinks that will please the young people who will lead our town in the future."

A message from store manager Chiaki Nakano

A homely restaurant where words like "I'm home!" and "Welcome back!" fly around everywhere!

"I want this restaurant to have a homey atmosphere where everyone can say 'I'm home!' and 'Welcome back!' and where everyone can spend time together in a lively and fun atmosphere," says Nakano.

Congratulatory message:
Manabu Okino, Chairman of the Hokuryu Town Chamber of Commerce and Industry Restaurant Association (Hokuryu Town Council Member and Representative of Ajidokoro Yahachi)

"Congratulations on the opening of 'kitchen Seisei'!

I think it's a great thing that we have more friends and more shops that are easy for people in Hokuryu to visit. I look forward to it.

Please do your best to become a store that will be loved by everyone for a long time.

Let's toast to Haruharu's future endeavors and success!
Congratulations on the opening of Seisei! Cheers!!!"

cooking

1. Spinach and broccoli with mustard

The spiciness of mustard and seasonal vegetables create a gentle, warm flavor!

2. Tomato bouillabaisse-style hotpot

A bouillabaisse-style hotpot made with seafood such as shrimp and cod simmered in a tomato base with vegetables such as Chinese cabbage, shimeji mushrooms, and enoki mushrooms. The seafood broth and the sourness of the tomatoes combine to create a superb soup with a rich flavor!!!

3. Chicken liver paste bruschetta

The liver paste is fried to remove the unpleasant odor and then spread onto a baguette. The rich and sticky liver paste goes perfectly with baguette!

4. Salmon with pepper vinaigrette

The peppery vinaigrette is French-style dressing-style. The balance of the acidity of the dressing and the marinade of the smoked salmon and onions is perfect, creating a gorgeous flavor!

5. Roast beef with applesauce and mashed potatoes

The tender and delicious roast beef goes perfectly with the apple sauce, and the mashed potatoes that come with it create a triple whammy of deliciousness!!!

6. Chicken and potato baked with tomato and cheese

The tender chicken that has been simmered slowly for about 4 hours and the fluffy potatoes are mixed with the tomato sauce and melted cheese to create a wonderful harmony!!!

7. Risotto with rice and cheese in a tomato hotpot

This risotto is perfect for finishing off a meal, as it is infused with dashi stock that brings out the rich flavor of bouillabaisse!

8. Dessert: Tiramisu with jam and chocolate sauce

Thank you so much for the delicious food, each and every dish prepared with care and sincerity! It was so tasty. Thank you for the meal!!!

Closing words:
Masae Nakayama, Head of the Women's Division of the Hokuryu Town Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Representative of Snack Kazu)

"The new store, 'Seisei', is a great name. We're all really looking forward to this store, so I'm happy it's finally opening.

It's a restaurant that everyone wants to come to, so I hope it continues to operate and we can all continue to support it.

It is wonderful that new shops are opening up as the stores close one by one. It is also wonderful that these two people have decided to live in Hokuryu Town.

I hope that we can all support each other publicly and work together to liven up the Chamber of Commerce. Please keep up the great work. Thank you very much!

Let's have a toast to Haruharu-san's bright future! Congratulations!!!"

With boundless love, gratitude and prayers, we send our heartfelt thanks to "Kitchen Seisei" in Hokuryu-cho, a wonderful restaurant where locals gather in a bright, lively, and cheerful atmosphere where greetings of "I'm back!" and "Welcome back!" fly out everywhere...

Western restaurant "Kitchen Harebare"

• Address:〒078-2512
  Hokkaido Uryu District Hokuryu Town Aza 4-7
• phone:080-3285-8188
• Opening hours:
  ・11:30-14:00
  ・17:00-20:00

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