Experience afternoon tea with a decidedly Japanese twist at THE LOUNGE, where our wagashi artist and Japanese pastry chef work together to create a colourful and imaginative selection of delectable sweets and savouries in a convivial setting – all topped off with Imperial Palace views.
HOURS
- Afternoon Tea
- First seating: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm (Last order at 12:30 Noon) Second seating: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm (Last order at 3:00 pm) Third seating: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm (Last order at 5:30 pm)
- Snacks & Beverages
- 11:00 am – 9:00 pm Last order at 8:00 pm
- Live Music
- 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Live Music Cover Charge JPY 1,000 after 6:00 pm
SIGNATURE DISHES
AFTERNOON TEA
MATCHATraditional Japanese green tea carefully selected by our tea sommelier
AWABANCHA
MEET THE TEAM
YUSUKE AOKI
Executive Pastry ChefMultiple award-winning Executive Pastry Chef Yusuke Aoki discovered his talent for dessert-making at a French pastry boutique in Shiga, Japan. The pastry chef and chocolatier honed his skills at hotels and patisseries around the world, including a stint at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, before returning home to Japan to oversee the Hotel’s pastry program.
“The ‘whoa’ look on someone’s face when they taste my dessert makes all the effort worth it.”
Events
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Takeaway Cakes and Gifts
Celebrate in the comfort of your own home with artful cakes by award-winning Executive Pastry Chef Aoki. A selection of cookies and chocolate gifts is also available. - Daily, 6:30 pm to 9:00 pmReserve now
Capture the Rhythm
Meet friends and co-workers at our glamorous venue, with chart-topping live music to set a lively mood. Reflecting Tokyo’s spirit coupled with impressive sunset vistas, enjoy local talents each evening.
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