new year’s holiday dining

Savor exceptional dining choices throughout the New Year’s holiday at Palace Hotel Tokyo.

*All prices are inclusive of consumption tax and subject to an additional 15% service charge.
*Breakfast service is limited to in-house guests.

new year's events information
Palace Hotel Tokyo New Year Cuisine H2

December 31

toshikoshi soba noodles

Experience the Japanese tradition of toshikoshi soba, or year-end buckwheat noodles—a custom where the long strands symbolize longevity and good health—served alongside crispy tempura.

Venue: Banquet Room Aoi (2F)
Date: December 31 (Thu.)
Time: 9:30 pm – 10:30 pm
*Choice of hot or cold soba or udon.
*Also available for takeout (cold noodles only).

January 1 | Advance reservations required

new year’s dinner & premium raffle

Celebrate the New Year with a festive dinner, followed by a Premium Raffle with an assortment of exciting prizes.

Venue: Banquet Room Aoi (2F)
Date: January 1 (Fri.)
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm (doors open at 5:45 pm, raffle begins at 7:30 pm)
*JPY 38,000 per person (inclusive of food, beverages, consumption tax and 15% service charge).

Exclusive to in-house guests

breakfast

Banquet Room Aoi (2F)

Indulge in osechi (traditional New Year’s dishes) from Japanese Restaurant Wadakura and welcome the arrival of 2027.

An extensive selection of Japanese and Western dishes are available at the breakfast buffet, including freshly grilled minute steaks alongside pancakes and waffles, on January 2 (Sat.) and 3 (Sun.).

Date:
January 1 (Fri.) through 3 (Sun.) | Osechi (New Year’s Dishes)
January 2 (Sat.) & 3 (Sun.) | Japanese and Western-style Buffet
Time: 7:30 am – 11:00 am (Last entry at 10:30 am)
*Advance reservations are only accepted for 7:30 am.

All-Day Dining Grand Kitchen (1F)

The breakfast buffet spread is presented across open kitchen counters, creating a lively ambiance.
Choose your favorites, from made-to-order omelets and eggs Benedict to pancakes and breakfast burgers.

Date: Every day
Time: 6:30 am – 11:00 am (Last entry at 10:30 am)
*The Japanese breakfast will not be served from January 1 (Fri.) through 3 (Sun.), 2027.

January 1 | Advance reservations required

new year’s lunch buffet

A lively luncheon featuring over 60 menu items, including roast beef, Sole Bonne Femme, and other iconic Palace Hotel classics alongside vibrant appetizers and desserts. The enticing aromas and sounds emanating from the open kitchen set the stage for a memorable holiday dining experience.

Venue: Banquet Room Aoi (2F)
Date: January 1 (Fri.)
Times: 1:00 pm / 1:20 pm (120-minute seating)
Price: JPY 22,000 per person (inclusive of food, beverages, consumption tax and 15% service charge)
*Children: Ages 6-12 | JPY 11,000 / Ages 3-5 | JPY 5,500 / Ages 2 & under | Free of charge
*Includes free-flow soft drinks
*Reservations accepted from 3:00 pm November 2 (Mon.)

Book a Table (Japanese Only)New Year’s Lunch Buffet Menu

December 31 - January 3

restaurant operating hours

*Please make an advance reservation if you are planning to have dinner at any of the restaurants.
*Regular operating hours apply until December 30 (Wed.), 2026 and resume January 4 (Mon.), 2027.
*Please note that information is subject to change.

【Breakfast】

All-Day Dining Grand Kitchen
December 31 – January 3 6:30 am – 11:00 am (L.O. 10:30 am)

【Lunch】

French Restaurant Esterre by Alain Ducasse
December 31 – January 3 11:30 am – 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:00 pm)
All-Day Dining Grand Kitchen
December 31 – January 3 11:30 am – (L.O. 2:30 pm)
Japanese Restaurant Wadakura・Tempura Tatsumi・Teppanyaki GO
December 31 – January 3 11:30 am – 2:30 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm)
Sushi Kanesaka
December 31 – January 3 11:30 am – 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm)
Chinese Restaurant Amber Palace
December 31 – January 2
January 3
11:30 am – 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm)
11:30 am – 3:30 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm)

【Dinner】

French Restaurant Esterre by Alain Ducasse
December 31 – January 3
(Limited to 2 hours)
5:00 pm / 5:30 pm / 7:30 pm / 8:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
All-Day Dining Grand Kitchen
December 31 – January 3
(Limited to 2 hours)
5:00 pm / 5:30 pm / 7:30 pm / 8:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Japanese Restaurant Wadakura / Tempura Tatsumi / Teppanyaki GO
December 31 – January 3
(Limited to 2 hours)
5:00 pm / 5:30 pm / 7:30 pm / 8:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Sushi Kanesaka
December 31 – January 3
(Limited to 2 hours)
5:00 pm / 7:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Sushi Kanesaka Bettei [4F Banquet Room Kikyo]
December 31 – January 3
(Limited to 1.5 hours)
5:00 pm / 7:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Chinese Restaurant Amber Palace
December 31 – January 2
(Limited to 2 hours)
January 3
5:00 pm / 7:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
5:30 pm – 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)

【Lounge / Bar】

Lobby Lounge The Palace Lounge
December 31 – January 3 11:00 am – 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Main Bar Royal Bar
December 31 – January 3 3:00 pm – midnight (L.O. 11:30 pm)
Lounge Bar Lounge Bar Privé
December 31 – January 3 11:30 am – 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)

【Pastry Shop】

Sweets & Deli
December 31 – January 3 10:30 am – 7:00 pm