Limited-time parfait using fresh blueberries from Hakuba Village starts selling at "&Deli" supervised by Chef Tetsuo Ota, originally from Hakuba Iwatake

Zukutochie Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Hakuba Village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano Prefecture; Co-representatives: Hiroshi Wada, Satoru Ota; hereinafter referred to as "Zukutochie") will begin selling a special parfait made with fresh blueberries harvested in Hakuba Village at the restaurant "&Deli," located adjacent to B&D HAKUBA IWATAKE, starting Sunday, July 12th, on weekends and for a limited time.

This parfait is supervised by Chef Tetsuo Ota, who hails from Hakuba Iwatake. The chef of "LA CASA DI Tetsuo Ota," known as a difficult-to-reserve restaurant, has prepared a special parfait for this season, featuring fresh blueberries harvested locally in Hakuba Village. The bitter taste of 70% cacao chocolate enhances the refreshing acidity of the blueberries.

Hakuba Village Fresh Blueberries: A Two-Month Limited Offer

The blueberries used are cultivated at "FARM HAKUBA Blueberry Garden," which has a history of over 40 years in Hakuba. The garden's blueberries have obtained Organic JAS certification and were selected for the athlete's village at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics due to their proven safety.

Additionally, the annual summer blueberry picking event is popular and attracts many visitors as an activity to enjoy Hakuba's summer. Blueberries grown in the nature of Hakuba, spread at the foot of the Northern Alps, have a good balance of sweetness and acidity due to the temperature difference between day and night, with rich flavor concentrated in each berry.

To allow you to fully savor their appeal, this parfait uses freshly harvested blueberries. You can enjoy their juiciness, refreshing aroma, and the popping texture the moment they enter your mouth. Please fully enjoy the seasonal flavors that can only be savored in Hakuba during the summer.

【about FARM HAKUBA】

With the concept of "Nourishing and Moving Hakuba," we produce and sell "environmentally friendly agricultural products of Shinshu" and "safe and delicious agricultural products with visible producers" by obtaining various certifications such as "Organic JAS." We are also working towards sustainable agriculture by delivering products and services that enhance added value, such as "things unique to Hakuba" and "things characteristic of Hakuba," considering regional characteristics, rarity, and storytelling.

Agricultural products made at "FARM HAKUBA" are delivered nationwide under our own brand "Hakuba Sodachi," and our processed products such as jams and juices have fans across the country.

"&Deli," a New Deli-Style Restaurant

This parfait will be offered at the restaurant "&Deli" within the facility. It is produced by Chef Tetsuo Ota (Owner Chef of "LA CASA DI Tetsuo Ota"), who is from Hakuba Iwatake.

Chef Ota is known as a leading figure in cooking using Amazonian ingredients, with many fans of his highly sought-after restaurant. He also operates his own cacao farm in the Amazon, South America, practicing a sustainable food cycle with local producers. Based on his experience cultivated worldwide, including in the Amazon and Italy, he has proposed a unique food culture that enjoys dining as if traveling.

"&Deli" operates not only as a breakfast and dinner space for overnight guests but also as a deli-style restaurant that can be easily visited after skiing or other activities. In addition to dine-in, we also offer takeout menus, and non-staying guests are welcome to visit.

Moving forward, we will continue to offer unique dishes using Hakuba and Shinshu ingredients in collaboration with local producers.

【Hakuba Village Summer-Picked Blueberry Reward Parfait】

Sales Period: Starting Sunday, July 12, 2026

*Limited quantity on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays

Price: 1,680 yen (tax included)

Time: 14:00-16:00

Location: Restaurant "&Deli"

*Menu contents, sales period, and times are subject to change.

【B&D HAKUBA IWATAKE Overview】

Address: 12130-2 Kita-shiro, Hakuba Village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano Prefecture

Access: 15 minutes by car from Hakuba Station on the JR Oito Line

Operating Period: Open year-round *Closed on certain days depending on the season

Parking: 15 spaces

URL: https://bnd-hakuba.com

Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/bnd_hakuba_iwatake/

Business Operator: Zukutochie Co., Ltd.

【&Deli Overview】

Address: 12130-2 Kita-shiro, Hakuba Village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano Prefecture

Access: 15 minutes by car from Hakuba Station on the JR Oito Line

Operating Period: Open year-round *Closed on certain days depending on the season

Business Hours: 15:00-21:00 (20:30 L.O.) *Hours may vary depending on the season

Seating Capacity: 35 seats

Parking: 15 spaces (shared with B&D HAKUBA IWATAKE)

Business Operator: Zukutochie Co., Ltd.

【Restaurant Produce: Chef Tetsuo Ota Overview】

Born in Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture in 1980.

Aspired to become a chef while studying abroad in Italy and began his training. Gained experience in Japan, Italy, and Spain. Honed his skills at renowned restaurants such as "elBulli," once considered the world's most difficult-to-reserve restaurant, and then apprenticed under Gaston Acurio, a national hero of Peru, in South America. While showcasing his globally acquired skills at restaurants, he also launched the chocolate brand "Amazon Cacao," engaging in activities beyond the scope of a chef, such as food production, distribution, and sales, and working on global food environments and fair trade of cacao.

【Company Overview】

Company Name: Zukutochie Co., Ltd.

Representatives: Co-Representatives, Satoru Ota and Hiroshi Wada

Address: 12147 Kita-shiro, Hakuba Village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano Prefecture

Established: July 4, 2022

Business Activities: Development and operational support of resort facilities centered in Hakuba, sauna facility operation, etc.

URL: https://zukutochie.com/