Stay at Hotel New Otani Tokyo for a spring visit to enjoy the season's breathtaking spectacle.
Hotel New Otani Tokyo is surrounded by some of the most popular spots for cherry blossom viewing in the city, not to mention the on-site Japanese garden that will also be adorned with various shades of pink.
New Otani Cherry Blossom Month
March through Mid-April

Take a stroll through our 10-acre Japanese Garden that boasts a history of more than four centuries and in the past had 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.
Open: 6:00am-10:00pm (illuminated after dark)
Best viewing period: Mid-March to late April
The Japanese Garden at Hotel New Otani Tokyo

Tokyo "Sakura" Lights in the Japanese Garden
Our Japanese Garden will be illuminated in the color of cherry blossoms this spring, in celebration of the hotel's 60th anniversary. Be mesmerized by the fantastic ambience presented by this extraordinary evening "Hanami".
Period: | March 1-April 19, 2025 (tbc) |
Hours: | From 30 minutes before sunset to 0:00 midnight. |
"Sakura" Delectations
Optional Experiences for Staying Guests

Rickshaw "Sakura" Tour
[Option for staying guests]
Hire a rickshaw and enjoy a cherry blossom tour of popular viewing spots such as the State Guest House and Chidorigafuchi moat.
Dates: | March 22-April 7, 2025 |
Hours: | 10:00am-5:00pm |
Tour courses:
March 28-31, 2025 | ||
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20-minute course* | ¥12,000 | New Otani Club Members: ¥9,000 |
60-minute course | ¥25,000 | New Otani Club Members: ¥20,000 |
90-minute course | ¥30,000 | New Otani Club Members: ¥25,000 |
*Guests staying in Deluxe Rooms or Suites in EXECUTIVE HOUSE ZEN or Suites in The Main building or Garden Tower may enjoy one complimentary 20-minute course during their term of stay, and will receive a ¥10,000 discount for the 60- or 90-minute courses.
March 22-27 & April 1-7, 2025 | ||
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60-minute course | ¥80,000 | New Otani Club Members: ¥75,000 |
90-minute course | ¥90,000 | New Otani Club Members: ¥80,000 |
*Advance reservation required. Please make your request by phone (number shown below) or through our web contact form from the link below.
*Availability is limited.
*Cancellation charge will be applied from 3 days before.
*English-speaking guides are available upon request.
*Above prices are inclusive of taxes.

Sakura Boat Ride at Chidorigafuchi Moat
[Option for staying guests]
Experience an exquisite boat ride in Chidorigafuchi moat, one of the most popular cherry blossom sites in Tokyo. Affording spectacular vistas from the water with pink masses of blooms everywhere you turn, boat rides during the season attract a substantial queue. This special privilege for guests staying at Hotel New Otani Tokyo secures a ride at your preferred time, without a wait.
Dates: | March 29 & 30, 2025 |
Available hours: | 9:00am-7:30pm (Last boarding at 6:30pm) |
Price: | ¥5,000 per boat for a 30-minute ride ¥8,500 per boat for a one-hour ride *Tax inclusive. |
*Guests staying in Deluxe Rooms or suites at EXECUTIVE HOUSE ZEN, or in suites in The Main building or the Garden Tower may enjoy one 30-minute ride for free.
*Transportation between the hotel and boat pier is not included. Participants are responsible for arriving at the boat pier on time.
*Only rowboats are available. Participants are required to row their own boat.
*Maximum capacity per boat is 3 persons. (Infants of any age count as one person.)
*Any resale or transfer of the boat ride privilege is strictly prohibited.
Reservations & inquiries: 03-3234-5678 (Room Reservations, hours 9:00am-6:00pm)
Dining

“Hanagasumi” Spring Course
SEKISHIN-TEI
Delight in spring with wagyu steak and seasonal foods such as sakura shrimp and spring vegetables. The magnificent view of cherry blossoms in the Japanese Garden is right outside the window.
March 15-April 20, 2025

Sakura Cocktails
Bar Capri
Themed original cocktails and mocktails will be available at bars throughout the hotel.
March 1-April 30, 2025

Night Lounge
Garden Lounge
Enjoy an evening in style with the view of the illuminated Japanese garden. The menu consists of a selection of tapas on weekday evenings, while normal a la carte items are offered on weekends and holidays.
Until April 30, 2025
*On weekday evenings only

Tokyo "Sakura" Bar
SKY BAR
Fridays & Saturdays during March 7-April 12, 2025
Indulge in DJ music and the panoramic nightscape of Tokyo.
Several popular cherry blossom spots are also located near the hotel.
Options such as rickshaw tours are available for staying guests.