We regret that all cherry blossom events scheduled on March 21, 22, 28, and 29 have been cancelled in order to minimize risks regarding COVID-19.
All restaurant menus listed below continue to be available, and the Japanese Garden is open as usual to those wishing to take a stroll.
We apologize for your understanding and thank you for your kind understanding.
Rejoice in the best season in our country, with exclusive events, spring delights, and a stroll through our Japanese garden.
Various events will be held in the Japanese garden, etc, during March 21, 22, 28, and 29, 2020
"Wagashi" (Japanese sweets) making taught by a professional instructor. Color and shape your own wagashi resembling a cherry blossom petal, which you can enjoy afterwards along with tea.
March 21, 2020
Group 1: 10am-11am, Group 2: 1pm-2pm
Banquet room AZALEA (Banquet fl, The Main bldg)
¥3,000 per person (tax and service charge included)
Participants of this event will receive a gift of one discount coupon for the Garden Pool (valid May 1-6, 2020)
Experience an authentic outdoor tea ceremony amidst the cherry blossoms in full bloom.
March 28 & 29, 2020
11am-noon & 1pm-3pm
Japanese garden
*In case of rain, tea ceremony room Seiseian (7th fl, Garden Tower) will be open as normal
¥2,000 per person (tax included)
*No reservations necessary
Get dressed in traditional kimono, samurai armor, or ninja costumes against the backdrop of the historic Japanese garden.
March 21, 22, 28 & 29, 2020
11am-4pm
Japanese garden
*Please inquire in case of rain
¥1,000 per person (tax included)
*No reservations necessary
Enjoy a stage show packed with ninja action.
March 22, 2020
11:00am-11:30am & 2:30pm-3:00pm
Japanese garden
*Will be canceled in case of rain
*Admission-free
Rejoice in spring exuberance with the festive sounds of koto music performed by Sophia University's Sokyoku Club.
March 29, 2020
11:30am-noon & 2:30pm-3:00pm
Japanese garden
*Will be canceled in case of rain
*Admission-free
A variety of sakura-themed desserts are available for take-out and dine-in
March 1 to mid-April, 2020
A jewel box of salmon & roe, prawn, tuna served on vinegared sushi rice and garnished with pickled cherry blossom petals that is perfect to celebrate the coming of spring with.
March 1 to May 6, 2020
11:30am-2:00pm & 5:00pm-8:30pm
¥4,300
A seasonal course menu of spring seafood and vegetables.
March 1 to April 16, 2020
11:30am-10:00pm
Lunch ¥6,000 / Dinner ¥8,500
Indulge in wagyu steak grilled to perfection right before your eyes, along with various spring blessings served in a tiered basket.
March 9 to April 5, 2020
11:30am-2:00pm
¥7,000 per person
* Minimum 2 persons
* Reservation required 2 days or more in advance.
Relish spring blessings such as seabream, asparagus, littleneck clams, and more
March 4 to April 30, 2020
Noon-2:00pm (until 2:30pm on weekends and holidays)
¥5,500 per person
A refreshing fizzy concoction with an intricate layer of aromas, created by Hiroki Yoshida during the final round of World Class Bartender of the Year competition in September 2019, winning him the "Johnnie Walker Challenge" and the accolade as one of the world's top 5 bartenders.
March 1 to April 28, 2020
1:00pm-1:00am
¥2,200
Savor this acclaimed original cocktail of Trader Vic's, with a Japanesque flair and essences of spring
March 1 to April 15, 2020
11:30am-11:30pm (last orders)
¥1,700
A lineup of four sakura-inspired cocktails, including a non-alcoholic one, will be on the menu at four locations throughout the hotel.
March 1-April 30, 2020
¥2,000 each
Stay in the Japanesque "Shin-Edo" rooms with a fragrant "hinoki" (cypress wood) bathtub, or enjoy a luxury tour on a rickshaw...
*Please note that reservations for rickshaw tours are no longer accepted, as of March 11.
Take a stroll through our 10-acre Japanese garden that boasts a history of more than four centuries and in the past has been the property of known samurai lords. Nineteen different breeds of cherry bloom at slightly different timings, so they can be enjoyed for a longer period.
Japanese Garden at Hotel New Otani Tokyo
Open: 6:00am-10:00pm (illuminated after dark)
Best viewing period: Mid-March to late April
Map of Cherry Blossoms in the Japanese Garden (PDF)
Several popular cherry blossom spots are also located near the hotel.
Options such as rickshaw tours are available for staying guests.