HOTEL SPECIAL
A NEW KIND OF JAPANESE SUMMER MAGIC
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Summer is here. That means barbecues, parties by the pool and days at the beach. But this year we invite you to reach higher with unique experiences offered by elegant hotels across Japan.
Familiar summer scenes transform into entirely new worlds. Dine alfresco as you rest your eyes on a gleaming white beach and an emerald ocean. Relax on a romantic terrace with sweeping views of Tokyo Bay. Unwind in the afternoon in an atmosphere reminiscent of a Champagne maison pool club.
Summer magic plays out in sizzling style at the teppanyaki table. Watch as a master chef transforms premium wagyu steak, fresh seafood and crisp vegetables into culinary masterpieces with true flair, a sensory spectacle to captivate taste, sight and sound.
Dining from grilled meats to French cuisine takes on a new dimension and adds a precious chapter to your summer story when enjoyed with live music, a stunning skyline, a vast blue ocean or a charming cityscape. Indulge yourself with sumptuous, internationally inspired cuisine made with the finest seasonal ingredients, expertly prepared to showcase their potential and complemented with free-flow drinks and refreshingly cool desserts to help you escape the heat. But summer’s magic doesn’t end there.
Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of beloved anime characters with uniquely themed gourmet experiences. Delightful treats promise to make your summer holiday truly unforgettable, from one-of-a-kind signature burgers to imaginatively crafted sweets.
Why not soar from the stylish cityscapes of Tokyo, Yokohama and Osaka to secluded mountain retreats and tropical resorts floating in the southern seas? Settings like these are perfect for indelible summer memories and experiences guaranteed to satisfy your body, mind and senses.
Conrad Tokyo
At the Conrad Tokyo, step into a world of refined indulgence at Collage, the modern French restaurant that redefines weekend afternoons. In celebration of the hotel’s 20th anniversary, Collage is inviting guests to enjoy an exclusive brunch.
Featuring a fusion of modern French techniques and the delicate flavors of locally sourced Japanese ingredients, the Collage weekend brunch offers guests the opportunity to indulge in an elegant culinary experience and connect with their loved ones.
Make your brunch memorable with your favorite main dish, choosing from three options, such as perfectly seared Hokkaido beef loin with crisp fries, roasted Okinawa pork with fresh Kagawa asparagus or grilled red bream with semidried tomatoes (menu options vary seasonally).
Elevate your experience with the chef’s spectacular buffet, including a selection of nine artisanal appetizers like signature country pate and smoked duck ham, or even a decadent 12-item dessert buffet by an award-winning pastry chef for those craving something sweet.
Premium add-ons include a scrambled Oita Ranou egg topped with unforgettable French Sturia caviar, a shareable platter of seafood in season, and an unlimited free-flow Champagne experience for 90 minutes of pure bliss. Brunch runs 12 to 3 p.m., with table time up to three hours.
For treasured moments, the Collage weekend brunch celebrates culinary artistry crafted to delight.
URL: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/tyocici-conrad-tokyo/
Address: 1-9-1 Higashi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Tel: 03-6388-8745 (restaurant reservations)
En Resort Grandeco Hotel
En Resort Grandeco Hotel is a popular ski resort renowned for its exceptional powder snow. But with the arrival of summer, it transforms into a lush, green hideaway.
This upland refuge, situated at an altitude of 1,000 meters in the mountains of Fukushima Prefecture, is surrounded by majestic natural vistas and offers a cool, invigorating escape from the heat, making it a favorite destination of domestic and international guests.
The resort, surrounded by an ancient beech forest and crystalline lakes, is an ideal base for unforgettable adventures, from trekking and canoeing to stand-up paddleboarding and nature walks. Nearby Onogawa Yusui Spring beckons you with serene strolling amid the murmur of flowing water. The area also boasts a string of lakes in a mesmerizing palette of hues, from emerald green and cobalt to turquoise and pastel blue. Professional guides are ready to help you explore this enchanting natural spectacle.
Past sundown, guests of the En Resort Grandeco Hotel enjoy breathtaking, star-dappled skies. The resort features a natural hot spring and a cozy indoor pool where you can unwind after a day’s adventures, while enticing buffet dining artfully celebrates the best seasonal ingredients from the Aizu region for a fresh and flavorful experience.
URL: https://resort.en-hotel.com/grandeco/hotel/
Address: 1082 Arasunasawayama, Hibara, Kitashiobara-mura, Fukushima
Tel: 0241-32-3200
En Resort Kumejima Eef Beach Hotel
The island of Kume rises from the sea some 100 kilometers west of Okinawa. There, in a prime location directly on the beachfront, with views of a stunning 2-km expanse of white sand and emerald waters, stands the En Resort Kumejima Eef Beach Hotel.
Start your day as the sun climbs above the horizon. Relax on the beach, soothed by gentle midday breezes. Gaze at the starry sky at night. On Kume, it’s you and the natural world.
Enjoy a soak in a bath with panoramic views of the ocean. Take a dip in the outdoor pool on the resort’s private beachfront. Work up a sweat at the fitness gym. You can choose from nine types of guest rooms, including ocean-view rooms with breathtaking vistas.
The Ocean Dining restaurant on the hotel’s beachfront starts the day with a buffet breakfast replete with local specialties and Okinawan cuisine. During your barbecue dinner on the terrace you’ll enjoy sumptuous grilled dishes and the whispering of waves across the sand.
The waters off this island are noted for their crystal clarity. This is the ideal destination for snorkeling, diving or stand-up paddleboarding. The calm waves of Eef Beach are particularly safe and family friendly. En Resort Kumejima Eef Beach Hotel is the perfect setting for indelible summer memories.
URL: https://resort.en-hotel.com/kumejima/
Address: 548 Janado, Kumejima-cho, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa
Tel: 098-985-7111
Grand Hyatt Tokyo
From June 20 to Aug. 31, Grand Hyatt Tokyo is partnering with Pokemon on an exclusive range of menus and stay packages that imagine a tropical beach resort in downtown Tokyo.
Available in just one room per night, the premium Pokemon Beach Resort Suite is an island hideaway with giant Lapras and Snorlax plushies, special Pokemon decorations and Pokemon-inspired dining. Charismatic Pokemon twin rooms also offer tropical decorations and a Pikachu pancake breakfast.
At The Oak Door, guests can experience a tropical Bulbasaur burger and Mimikyu dessert burger, while Fiorentina Italian Cafe serves a vibrant selection of Pokemon-inspired desserts, including Pikachu parfait, Bellossom panna cotta (cream pudding) and Squirtle ricotta cheese tart. Fiorentina Pastry Boutique is offering a Pokemon selection box served in a collaboration tote bag.
Grand Hyatt Tokyo is also celebrating the 10th anniversary of Soiree Blanche, its white-themed summer party. This glamorous gala is inspired by the parties of the Cote d’Azur, with an all-white dress code, a lavish buffet, free-flow Champagne and live music.
Finally, two terrace barbecue plans offer the perfect setting for relaxed alfresco indulgence. The Oak Door is serving authentic Hawaiian dishes in its beer garden, while The French Kitchen offers a gourmet journey through Provencal cuisine. Both plans include free-flow drinks.
URL: https://tokyo.grand.hyatt.com
Address: 6-10-3 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Tel: 03-4333-1234
Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba
Stunning Tokyo views will delight guests as they relax around the spacious Grand Blue terrace pool, an oasis of tranquility open from July 12 to Aug. 31. The Chillout with Maison Mumm plan, a collaboration with one of France’s leading Champagne houses, is a highlight of the summer.
Guests can enjoy the ever-changing colors of the Tokyo sky as the hours pass from the comfort of poolside cabanas that accommodate two to four people, or indulge in the luxurious Chillout with Maison Mumm plan. This special free-flow Champagne experience features a bottle of Mumm Grand Cordon, a selection of 24 drinks and a variety of hors d’oeuvres.
The poolside dining corner offers a rich selection of cuisine from bone-in spareribs and beef burgers to refreshing sweets and cocktails.
Other packages combine pool access with accommodations. Choose from options including a stay with pool ticket included, a well-received peach afternoon tea set or a tropical dessert buffet with a prix-fixe lunch to complement your summer experience and a buffet that features Hawaiian dishes.
Pool times are divided into day and night access. Guests are advised to be aware that all plans require reservations and the nighttime pool is only open to those aged 16 and over.
Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba is the perfect setting for a premium summer city resort experience.
URL: https://www.tokyo.grandnikko.com/eng/
Address: 2-6-1, Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Tel: 03-5500-6711
Hilton Tokyo Odaiba
Perennially popular seasonal barbecue restaurant Ablaze offers terrace dining with panoramic views of Tokyo Bay and the Rainbow Bridge. Guests savor exquisite grilled dishes amid cooling sea breezes, and this year Ablaze is offering five compelling special menu options.
The Standard Set features Japanese sirloin, seafood, pork spareribs, cheese dak-galbi (spicy stir-fried chicken), salad and ice cream. Choose the Premium Set for ingredients like Japanese black wagyu and lobster tail. Carnivores are sure to be tempted by the Meat Lover Set, featuring Japanese beef sirloin, grape pomace-fed Australian Angus ribeye, jumbo sausages, grilled vegetables and the chef’s special curry (limited to 20 orders per day).
The Black Angus Tomahawk Plate, intended for couples or groups, showcases a massive, 1-kilogram tomahawk steak. Each option includes a free-flow beverage list with seven different soft drinks. Separate lunch menus are also available.
Through July 31, and from Sept. 1 until Oct. 26, special menu options will be served at dinner on Fridays and at lunch and dinner on weekends and holidays.
During August, special menu options are available at dinner only on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, but every day during the Bon holiday period, Aug. 9 to 17.
URL: https://www.hiltonodaiba.jp/plans/restaurants/7169
Address: 1-9-1 Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Tel: 03-5500-5580
InterContinental Yokohama Pier 8
The Restaurant & Bar Larboard is situated on the second floor of InterContinental Yokohama Pier 8, a hotel designed to evoke the image of a docked cruise liner, with stunning terrace and sea views.
As they enjoy the ever-changing sights of busy Yokohama port, guests can dine on international cuisine ranging from finger foods to full-course meals, all crafted with carefully selected ingredients.
Through Sept. 1, the purple-themed Larboard Violetta Afternoon Tea features seasonal purple fruits and vegetables. Sweets on offer include panna cotta (cream pudding) inspired by hydrangeas graced with two-tone butterfly pea jelly; madeleines baked with purple sweet potato powder and wrapped in delicate, light purple chocolate; and an elegant mousse infused with the aroma of French black currant, topped with a glossy glaze and paired with a fresh-baked shortbread biscuit.
And the savory options? These include sandwiches accented with purple cabbage; walnut and barley veggie bowls; and baby eggplant marinated in mellow Champagne vinegar, served with violet mustard. But that’s not all. Guests can also indulge in the chef’s special — Middle Eastern-style chickpea falafel with blueberry yogurt sauce.
So why not take this opportunity to enjoy a moment of blissful self-indulgence this summer?
URL: https://www.icyokohama-pier8.com/en/restaurant/larboard/
Address: 2-14-1 Shinko, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa
Tel: 045-307-2228 (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
Rihga Royal Hotel Osaka
On April 1, Rihga Royal Hotel Osaka celebrated its debut as a member of the IHG Hotels & Resorts Vignette Collection.
Situated on an island in the heart of Osaka’s Nakanoshima district, the hotel features a water-inspired design that is both refreshing and tranquil. Its prime location makes it ideal to use as a hub for business and leisure travelers, with seamless access to the Osaka Expo.
Naniwa, the hotel’s upscale teppanyaki restaurant, features master chefs who transform the freshest ingredients into culinary masterpieces before your eyes, allowing guests to enjoy carefully crafted courses from premium Kobe beef and wagyu steak to exquisite seafood lunch options and chef-curated omakase dining.
For another authentic taste of Japan, head to Japanese Restaurant Nakanoshima on the top floor. With stunning views of Osaka, it serves seasonal Japanese cuisine paired with premium sake.
Over at sophisticated French restaurant The Ray, innovative courses and curated vegan dining options guarantee each guest the perfect culinary match.
The hotel is also equipped with a 24-hour fitness center and heated pool for that balance of relaxation and activity throughout your stay.
Whether business or pleasure, this hotel redefines luxury with innovation and elegance.
URL: https://www.rihga.com/osaka
Address: 5-3-68 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka
Tel: 06-6448-1121
Swissotel Nankai Osaka
The restaurant Minami features teppanyaki table seating, where you can watch master chefs display their dazzling skills as large windows behind them look out on a stunning Japanese garden. Diners can savor premium wagyu, the freshest seafood and just-harvested vegetables sourced from local farmers.
From July 1 to Sept. 30, the restaurant offers delicious seasonal summer course meals with carefully selected beef from across Japan, locally grown summer vegetables, premium seafood and an interactive dessert presentation to surprise and delight.
Exclusive weekday lunch specials and sumptuous dinner courses are also on offer. The restaurant’s wine cellar, stocked with wines from around the world, adds a further touch of elegance. There are private teppanyaki tables for six, eight or 15 diners, making them perfect for business or gatherings with family and friends.
Enjoy lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and on Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dinner is available Sunday through Thursday from 5:30 to 9 p.m., and Friday, Saturday and the day before a holiday from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
URL: https://swissotelnankaiosaka.com/restaurants-and-bars/minami/
Address: 5-1-60 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Tel: 06-6646-5128
