Divine Offerings: Shinon Washoku Senryū Brings Spiritual Japanese Cuisine to Osaka

Experience Washoku as a Sacred Connection Between Humanity, Nature and Tradition

OSAKA, Japan, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As Osaka prepares to host the highly anticipated Expo 2025, the city welcomes an extraordinary new dining experience, Shinon Washoku SenryÅ« (https://shinon-washoku.com/en/). The restaurant, operated by SENRYU Inc., opens on Thursday, December 19th, 2024, in Osaka's commercial hub, Umeda.

Shinon Washoku Senryū aligns with the Expo's theme of "Designing Future Society for Our Lives." Its innovative concept bridges UNESCO-designated traditional Japanese cuisine, known as Washoku, with Osagari, the profound culinary tradition of sharing sacred offerings with the gods. Each month, the restaurant's chefs and staff visit Nishinomiya Shrine, the head shrine dedicated to Ebisu, the deity of good harvests and prosperous businesses. During the visit, they pray, receive blessings and have ingredients, knives and auspicious items purified through a special prayer ritual at the shrine. To further deepen their understanding and build on this extraordinary dining experience, there are select days when guests are invited to attend the ceremony at an extra cost.

The roots of this meeting of fine food and spirituality can be traced back to the traditions of SENRYU Inc.'s owning family. Yasuyuki Kibayashi, the second-generation owner, dedicated 50 years to running successful izakayas. In his eighties, he began to ruminate on eating as a spiritual act. His successor, Yoshinori Kibayashi, was inspired by this idea. He envisioned incorporating SENRYU Inc.'s 114 years of restaurant heritage with a cuisine that connects humanity to nature and the divine. Now, his vision is brought to life through a new culinary style: Shinon Washoku.

The concept was named under the guidance of a Shinto priest from Ise Jingu, one of Japan's most important shrines. "Shinon" conveys the belief that to eat is to partake in life's natural cycles and connect with ancestors. It is rooted in Shinto's ideas that everything in this world is both a deity and a gift from the gods. "Washoku" is characterised by balanced flavours, seasonal and local ingredients, and ritualistic elements of its consumption.

At Shinon Washoku Senryū, guests are invited to connect with the life they are about to receive through their meal. Ingredients are handled by the chefs in the spirit of prayer, ensuring each meal becomes a gift of a blessed connection.

The menu changes monthly to feature the finest seasonal ingredients. It features Shinon Kaiseki courses and Chef's Selection Shunkei, each showcasing a harmonious balance of flavours and artistry. A standout is the Shinon Mochi and Sake Pairing Set. This rare dining concept features mochi, rice cakes once offered to the gods at Nishinomiya Shrine, prepared by the head chef in five ways that each reflects authentic flavours of Japan, such as premium miso spread on mochi. This dish is paired with a sake-tasting set, enhancing the experience of this symbolic food. For those seeking flexibility, à la carte options are also available.

Shinon Washoku Senryū offers guests a dining experience that goes beyond food, inviting them to:

"Through Shinon Washoku, we aim to share the flavours of Japan and the spirituality that connects us to nature and the divine," said owner, Yoshinori Kibayashi. "As we look toward a sustainable future, our cuisine conveys the spirituality born from the way Japanese, nurtured by tradition, engage with the gods and nature through food."

A Model for Sustainable Symbiosis

As global challenges like environmental degradation and population growth escalate, Shinon Washoku Senryū offers a model for sustainable living. By honouring traditional culinary arts and embracing modern perspectives, the restaurant embodies Japan's commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.

About Shinon Washoku SenryÅ«

Shinon Washoku Senryū is owned and operated by SENRYU Inc., founded in 1910, which operates seven restaurants in the Osaka area. Shinon Washoku Senryū is the result of more than a century of the Kibayashi family's dedication to Japanese tradition and spirituality. Under the stewardship of Yoshinori Kibayashi, Shinon Washoku introduces a sacred style of cuisine that bridges the past and the future. This unique dining destination celebrates washoku, spirituality, and sustainable harmony with nature.

More information about Shinon Washuko is available at https://shinon-washoku.com/en/

Reservation:
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News Release (PDF):
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Factbook:
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Divine Offerings: Shinon Washoku Senryū Brings Spiritual Japanese Cuisine to Osaka

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LAS VEGAS, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- viaim, an AI technology hardware company deeply rooted in the smart office sector, has announced its debut at CES 2025 in Las Vegas from January 7-10, 2025. At Booth 36709 in LVCC South Hall 2,viaim will showcase its innovative AI-powered solutions, with new product releases including the viaim RecDot Earbuds and NoteKit designed to transform workplace productivity. Redefining communication and efficiency, viaim is focused on office assistants and has built a smart ecosystem covering multiple living and workplace fields.

Marking a milestone in its global expansion strategy, viaim's participation in CES highlights its commitment to reshaping traditional work environments. With its mission to create "Real Intelligence," viaim brings real value to people by using AI technology to free users from repetitive office tasks, enabling them to focus on creativity, collaboration, and innovation.

viaim's advanced AI-driven tools simplify professional workflows with call recordings and live recordings, viaim AI meeting summaries and to-do lists, recording text transcriptions, multi-language translation, 48dB deep noise reduction, and 36 hours of ultra-long battery life. Integrating large language models and cutting-edge hardware, including viaim RecDot Earbuds and the Notekit audio recorder, viaim enhances meetings, communication, and efficiency.

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At CES, visitors will have the opportunity to experience viaim's cutting-edge AI-powered solutions firsthand. viaim product managers will be on-hand to explain to visitors the innovative features and technologies, as well as highlights of the viaim RecDot Earbuds.  

"Our debut at CES is a pivotal moment for viaim, reflecting our dedication to innovation and global growth," Cecile, CMO with viaim, commented. "We are excited to demonstrate how our AI headset can redefine the modern workplace, empowering users to excel in fast-paced, demanding environments while achieving a better balance between work and life."

viaim's CES 2025 debut highlights its mission to create AI that eliminates repetitive office tasks, enabling users to focus on collaboration, innovation, and meaningful work. viaim prioritizes seamless, intuitive experiences to boost creativity, efficiency, and happiness. viaim invites attendees to visit the brand's Booth to explore these innovations firsthand and discover how AI-driven solutions can shape the future of work.

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