Tokyo Bay Ariake Washington Hotel will hold a New Year's Day event on 1 January 2027. Staff from Japan, South Korea, China and Nepal will welcome guests in traditional dress, with complimentary drinks and traditional Japanese games available.
The hotel will hold the New Year's Day-only event “2027 New Year Event” for guests staying at the hotel on 1 January 2027 (Friday, public holiday) in the Iris Grand Banquet Hall on the 3rd floor. The event will combine complimentary drinks with hands-on experiences featuring traditional Japanese games.
Staff from Japan, South Korea, China and Nepal will welcome guests in their respective traditional dress. Complimentary drinks to celebrate health and happiness, as well as drinks from each country, will be served. Offerings are scheduled to include gold-leaf sake, plum wine, makgeolli and roxy.
A traditional Japanese games stamp rally will also be held, featuring 6 activities: hanetsuki, spinning tops, daruma otoshi, beanbag tossing, origami and kendama. Adults who collect the stamps will receive a tote bag, while children will receive a squishy toy.
The event will take place from 10:00 to 12:00 on 1 January 2027 in the Iris Grand Banquet Hall on the 3rd floor. Participation is free for hotel guests, who should proceed directly to the venue. Event details may change without notice.
The hotel is part of the facility brand operated by the Fujita Kanko Group, which also highlights sustainability initiatives.