Keihan Hotels & Resorts Co., Ltd. Biwako Hotel Selling two types of shaved ice with the Hyakunin Isshu motif: “Shinobu Lemon” expressing the sweet and sour feelings of love, and “Kogare Tiramisu” with bittersweet feelings of sadness

[Keihan Hotels & Resorts Co., Ltd.] [Biwako Hotel] Selling two types of shaved ice with the motif of Hyakunin Isshu: “Shinobu Lemon” expressing the sweet and sour feeling of love, and “Kogare Tiramisu” with bittersweet feelings. ​ Image
URL: Keihan Hotels & Resorts Co., Ltd. Press release: July 3, 2025 [Biwako Hotel] Two types of shaved ice with the motif of Hyakunin Isshu are on sale: “Shinobu Lemon” expressing the sweet and sour feeling of love, and “Kogare Tiramisu” with bittersweet feelings. Biwako Hotel (Location: Hamamachi, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, General Manager: Yoshikazu Maeda) will be selling shaved ice inspired by two waka poems from the Hyakunin Isshu from July 15th (Tuesday) to September 30th (Tuesday), 2025.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/83761/555/83761-555-8945ab7027612ba05e871f07fded72e4-2000×1335.jpg (Photo left) Burning Tiramisu ~Lingering Memories~ (Photo right) Shinobu Lemon ~Mitsuiro no Koi~ Since 2017, Lake Biwa Hotel has been offering cocktails, lunches, and afternoon teas themed around the Hyakunin Isshu as a unique hospitality experience in Otsu, the holy land of karuta, and has expressed the scenes of waka poetry through food. In 2024, shaved ice inspired by Murasaki Shikibu and Sei Shonagon, who are associated with the taiga drama and Hyakunin Isshu, will be on sale. This time, as the second part, we will offer two contrasting types of shaved ice with the theme of waka poems from the “Hyakunin Isshu” that are love poems from the Heian period. The first one, “Shinobu Lemon ~Mitsuiro no Koi~”, expresses the secret love that is so high that it cannot be hidden, with sweet and sour honey lemon. The second one, “Kogare Tiramisu ~Omokage no Yoin~”, is characterized by its bittersweet and deep taste, filled with the sad but strong feelings of waiting for someone who will never come. –The two forms of love are put into the ephemeral yet beautiful frozen dessert of shaved ice, combining ingredients from Shiga and Italian sweets techniques. Enjoy a moment where words and flavors resonate together at Cafe Berlago, overlooking Lake Biwa. ■ Shinobu Lemon ~Mitsuiro no Koi~ 1,200 yen (drink set 1,900 yen) Youthful excitement and the embarrassment of having your feelings revealed. This “sweet and sour love” is reflected in the refreshing acidity of honey and lemon from Azuchi, Shiga Prefecture. Lemon confiture is hidden at the bottom of the bowl, and the syrup of Oumi strawberries from Shiga Prefecture is added as a finishing touch, dyeing it in the color of the heart that suddenly spills out. The tuile of a bee attracted by sweet nectar is used as an accent.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/83761/555/83761-555-bcafc95c4cbf1105e9d9885758908ada-2000×1334.jpg “Shinobu Lemon” ～Mitsuiiro no Koi～’ ■ Burning Tiramisu ~Lingering Memories~ 1,300 yen (drink set 2,000 yen) The bittersweet espresso flavored ice and mascarpone cream express the longing, anticipation and sadness. Vanilla ice cream is added inside, gently depicting the depth of feelings through the contrast of bitterness and sweetness. The taste of tiramisu, which has been popular since the opening of Bellago, has been captured in a summer ice cream. It is a drink that gently brings back memories of the past.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/83761/555/83761-555-5fa80c687106b77964c98e5a54d6c2ec-2000×1335.jpg “Burning Tiramisu – Lingering Memories” What is Hyakunin Isshu? A collection of one waka poem by each of 100 poets from imperial anthologies of waka poetry compiled by order of the emperor, such as the Kokin Wakashū and Shin Kokin Wakashū. It is said to have been selected by Fujiwara Teika, a poet active from the end of the Heian period to the early Kamakura period. During the Edo period, it began to be mass-produced using woodblock printing and became popular. Today, it is also known as “Ogura Hyakunin Isshu Competitive Karuta,” which respects tradition while also being enjoyed as a sport. Every year, the Omi Kangakukan in Omi Shrine in Otsu City hosts the Master and Queen tournaments and the National High School Championships, where players from all over the country compete to become number one in Japan. Shaved Ice in the Heian Period The origins of shaved ice date back to the Imperial Court in the Heian period. As described in “The Pillow Book,” ice was a special refreshing treat that only aristocrats could enjoy at the time. Perhaps the poets who composed these waka poems also relaxed their hearts with a spoonful of ice and felt the afterglow of love. Shaved Ice Sales Overview 〇Store: “Cafe Belle Lago” (Biwako Hotel 2F) 〇Period: July 15, 2025 (Tuesday) to September 30, 2025 (Tuesday) *Excluding Friday, August 8 〇Hours: 14:00-17:00
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/83761/555/83761-555-2991684e1903023dc227920a2274852b-3900×2601.jpg “Cafe Inside the “Berlago” store View details ​ Contact: Lake Biwa Hotel Restaurant reservations (phone) 077-524-1225 (10:00-18:00) We also recommend this! “Summer Non-Alcoholic Drinks” 950 yen each “Italian Dining Berlago” and “Cafe Berlago” are selling three summer-only non-alcoholic drinks. The three drinks, inspired by the seasonal floral decorations that adorn the hotel lobby, are not only delicious but also visually appealing. Please enjoy them during the hot summer. Period: Until Sunday, August 31, 2025 Time:
10:00-21:30 From left in the photo ・”Ad Berry Tropical”: A summery, fruity drink inspired by anthurium flowers, made with Ad Berry drink. ・”Hydrangea Soda”: A refreshing drink with a smooth jelly texture and a fun color that changes when mixed. ・”Mango Milk”: A drink loved by mango lovers, like the flower language of sunflowers, “I only have eyes for you.”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/83761/555/83761-555-31f132bd2d163465446a89ee299aa36b-1711×1141.jpg “Three types of summer non-alcoholic drinks” View
details ​ *Listing prices include consumption tax and 15% service charge. *All photos in this release are for illustrative purposes only. *Some menu items may be subject to change due to the availability of ingredients, etc. More information about this release *This email has been sent automatically, so please do not reply.