Various activities and events are exclusively available to staying guests of Hotel New Otani Tokyo this summer.
[Free-of-charge] Lantern Stroll in the Japanese Garden
Take a stroll through our iconic Japanese Garden as dusk falls, holding a traditional "chochin" (Japanese paper lantern) to light your way with its soft and soothing glow.
Period
July 10 - August 31, 2026
Time
7:00pm-10:00pm
Venue
- Lanterns are lent out at the Bell Desk on the Lobby fl (2nd fl) of The Main bldg.
How to rent a lantern
- Guests wishing to rent a lantern, please come to the Bell Desk on the Lobby fl (2nd fl) of The Main bldg.
- Please note that lanterns are lent out on a first-come-first-serve basis, and reservations are not accepted.
- Please return the lantern to the Bell Desk in The Main bldg after your stroll.
- Lanterns may not be brought outside of the hotel premises.
- Capacity: 15 persons per day (first-come-first-served)
- Will be cancelled in bad weather
[Free-of-charge] Sparkler Night
The backdrop of our Japanese Garden presents a fascinating summer evening with handheld fireworks, a common seasonal recreation in Japan.
Dates
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays during August 2026
Time
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays: 7:00pm-7:30pm
Saturdays: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Venue
- Will be cancelled in bad weather.
- Please refrain from bringing your own fireworks.
- No reservations necessary; capacity is 100 persons per day on Saturdays, and 50 persons per day on all other days (first-come-first-served).
[Free-of-charge] Open-air Concert in the Japanese Garden
This event is over.
Our iconic Japanese Garden, illuminated after dark, becomes an al fresco music venue. Indulge in an evening of elegant music presented by a classical ensemble, exclusively for staying guests.
Date
August 14, 2026
Time
8:00pm-9:00pm
Venue
- Will be held indoors in bad weather.
[Free-of-charge] Atrium Concert
This event is over.
Enjoy a chamber music concert for all ages, featuring classical standards, well-known film soundtracks, and more.
Date
August 15, 2026
Time
10:00am-11:00am
Venue
Atrium, 1st fl, Garden Court