RESTAURANTS

An innovative farm-to-table restaurant tha

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emphasises the connection between natur

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and cuisine, Sower is located in the picturesqu

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town of Nagahama in Shiga, Japan. Overlookin

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the serene waters of Lake Biwa, the dining roo

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is understated and calm, defined by a natura

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warmth imparted by the Drawn chairs by Hvid

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& Mølgaard. This pared-back material palett

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mirrors the philosophy behind the food a

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Sower – which centres on essential ingredients

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seasonality, and a deep respect for the surround

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ing land.

Location: Shiga, Japa

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Design by: Teruhiro Yanagihara Studio

Photo: Takumi Ot

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