On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, a new culinary hub where guests can experience the blessings and food culture of Ise-Shima, "Bettei Matoya," will open at Grand Mercure Ise-Shima Resort & Spa.
Ise-Shima is widely known as a place to visit Ise Grand Shrine.
On the other hand, as a "beautiful country" nurtured by its rich sea and forests, it is also full of diverse culinary delights.
At "Bettei Matoya," we express the bounty of the sea from Matoya Bay, the inherited aquaculture techniques, and the passion of the producers through our cuisine, offering a special dining experience unique to Ise-Shima.
Please note that this service is available to both hotel guests and non-guests.
"Bettei Matoya" is a new initiative that brings together a hotel and producers, linking tourism with local primary industries.
Transforming Ise-Shima from a "place of worship" to a "place for extended stays and gourmet experiences."
We invite you to experience a truly unique moment, a culmination of that passion, that you can only find here.
"Bettei Matoya" is a new culinary hub where you can experience the nature and food culture of Ise-Shima with all your senses.
Nestled within the Ise-Shima National Park, this region boasts abundant ingredients nurtured by the rich sea and forests, as well as a long-standing culinary culture.
We aim to infuse our dishes with the bounty of the region and the passion of the producers, serving the unique flavors of this land in their most delicious state.
Going beyond the conventional notion that "fresh equals raw," we offer kaiseki cuisine centered around charcoal-grilled dishes, based on the idea that cooking brings out the true value of the ingredients.
At "Bettei Matoya," you can experience not only the cuisine itself, but also the stories behind it.
The producers themselves talk about the ingredients, and you can enjoy the sounds and aromas of the food being grilled over charcoal, as well as the dish being completed right before your eyes.
By connecting ingredients, producers, and chefs, we create a special time where you can experience the nature and culture of Ise-Shima with all your senses.
One of the producers that supports the cuisine at "Bettei Matoya" is Sato Aquaculture Farm, located in Matoya Bay, Shima City.
Founded in 1925, Sato Aquaculture Farm, with its 100-year history, is known as a leading force in Japanese oyster farming.
Based on the philosophy of "quality over quantity," we prioritize quality in our oyster cultivation and, as the only producer with fishing rights in Matoya Bay, we continue to cultivate high-quality "Matoya oysters."
Furthermore, they are working on the recycling of local resources, such as the reuse of oyster shells, and practicing sustainable aquaculture.
A sincere approach to the ingredients is what underpins each dish at "Bettei Matoya."
At "Bettei Matoya," we offer kaiseki cuisine that brings out the best of ingredients grown in the Ise-Shima region.
From appetizers to desserts, the menu reflects the local food culture and seasonality, allowing you to enjoy a different flavor and background with each dish.
The restaurant uses ingredients representative of Mie Prefecture, including Matoya oysters, spiny lobster, and Iga beef.
The dishes are not only prepared using cooking methods suited to each ingredient, but are also designed as an "experience" that includes the process of grilling over charcoal, the aroma, and the sounds.
The space, incorporating traditional Japanese elements such as tatami mats and shoji screens, evokes a sense of tranquility, as if cut off from the outside world, enriching the time spent contemplating the cuisine.
It can be used not only for meals with family and loved ones, but also as a space suitable for gatherings on anniversaries and special occasions.
At the annex Matoya, we offer kaiseki cuisine centered around ingredients nurtured by the rich natural environment of Ise-Shima.
[Appetizer]
Ise-produced egg tofu with Shima-produced aosa seaweed.
Braised bluefin tuna
・Simmered hijiki seaweed from Shima
・ Escabeche of Matoya oysters from Mie Prefecture
[Sashimi]
Today's fresh fish (three kinds of sashimi)
・Mie Prefecture-produced Matoya oysters (raw)
・Mie Prefecture-produced Matoya oysters (grilled)
[Primitive-style baking]
Charcoal-grilled spiny lobster from Mie Prefecture
[Charcoal-grilled]
Iga beef thigh grilled over charcoal
【gem】
・Miso hot pot with Matoya oysters from Mie Prefecture
・Mie Prefecture-produced Matoya oysters (fried)
【Meal】
Ise-Shima specialty: Tekonezushi
[Soup]
・Red miso soup with spiny lobster
[Pickles]
Ise pickled radish
【sweetness】
Shima specialty: Sawamochi rice cakes and seasonal fruits
Ise Matcha
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*Menu items may change depending on weather conditions and ingredient availability.
We also have a special menu available so that children can enjoy themselves safely.
Ise tuna, white fish sashimi
Homemade hamburg steak made with Japanese Black Wagyu beef
·Omelette rice
·Fried Shrimp
·french fries
・Seasonal vegetable potage
・Seasonal fruit
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*Menu items may change depending on weather conditions and ingredient availability.
