Experiences Recommended by the Concierge
To enhance your stay, the Concierge team at the Imperial Hotel Tokyo has carefully curated a choice of exceptional experiences. Our programs offer something for every interest, spanning unique traditional cultural experiences to inspiring urban tours. We invite you to contact the Concierge team for complete program details and reservation assistance.
Cool Down Tokyo with Japanese Tradition:
Exclusive Uchimizu Experience
- Imperial Hotel, Tokyo
- Main Building
Uchimizu is a time-honored Japanese tradition of spreading water on pathways to bring a refreshing coolness to the summer air.
Far more than a practical way to lower the temperature, it is a gesture of refined hospitality (Omotenashi) to welcome our esteemed guests.
Experience this elegant ritual, where mindful sustainability meets the gentle, calming beauty of a traditional Japanese summer.
Experience Highlights:
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1.Dress Up & Learn: Meet at the Main Lobby stairs. Slip into a Happi and enjoy a brief story about Uchimizu and our sustainability efforts.
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2.The Action: Move to the street to partake in the traditional ritual with wooden buckets and ladles, cooling the evening air together with our staff.
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3.Photo & Closing: Enjoy the cooling breeze, take a memorable group photo, and receive an exclusive hand craft gift.
Details:
| Period |
Weekdays from July 24 to August 31, 2026 |
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| Time |
4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Approximately 30 minutes) |
| Price |
Free of charge (Exclusive for staying guests) |
| Capacity |
Max 10 guests per day |
| Inclusions |
Happi coat rental, water bucket/ladle, and a special gift |
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*Note: The event will be canceled in case of rain.
How to Book:
Please kindly register at the Concierge Desk after your check-in.
Advance inquiries prior to arrival are also welcome.
Concierge’s Recommendation
Join us in this elegant summer tradition—cooling the city while immersing yourself in Japanese culture and mindful sustainability.
Discover Asakusa's Heritage:
A Private Rickshaw Journey
- Local Area Tour
Step back in time and discover the historic streets of Asakusa from the comfort of a traditional Japanese rickshaw (Jinrikisha).
This is not just a ride; it is an immersive cultural journey guided by the passionate and knowledgeable rickshaw drivers.
Experience Highlights:
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Pictorial Memories: Your driver selects secluded, picturesque backdrops for exquisite photographs.
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Tailor-made Itineraries: Routes are entirely customized to your schedule and personal interests.
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Expert Local Guide: Receive exclusive recommendations on authentic crafts and hidden restaurants.
Concierge’s Recommendation
While walking through the bustling streets is wonderful, viewing the town from the elevated seat of a rickshaw offers a completely unique and refreshing perspective.
The Essence of Japanese Cuisine:
A Tsukiji Cooking Experience
- Local Area Tour
Tokyo’s Tsukiji district is world-renowned as the spiritual home of Japanese cuisine (Washoku).
We invite you to step behind the scenes of this historic food culture with an exclusive, English-guided cooking experience at Tsukiji Cooking.
Experience Highlights:
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Authentic Menu Selection: Enjoy various traditional courses, including Sushi Making, Home-Style Washoku, and Kaiseki.
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Hands-On Instruction: Conducted in English, friendly classes welcome all skill levels.
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The Culinary Finale: Conclude your lesson by savoring your handmade creations.
Concierge’s Recommendation
Experience cooking with sushi as the main focus, using ingredients of the highest quality sourced from the Tsukiji Outer Market.
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