Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo (Bunkyo, Tokyo; General Manager: Tomohiko Chihiro) will present a limited-time autumn garden display in its forest-like grounds, pairing the seasonal favorite "TOKYO MOON" with its evolved garden mist production "Tokyo Sea of Clouds YAKUMO," starting Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
Tokyo Sea of Clouds YAKUMO Meets TOKYO MOON: A Fantastical Autumn Night Beneath the Clouds
"TOKYO MOON" is a seasonal garden display that fires mist nozzles used for "Tokyo Sea of Clouds" into the air to create a misty "cloud sea screen" above Yusui Pond in the garden, then projects footage of "the moon over Tokyo," filmed from the hotel's rooftop, onto that screen.
The moon that appears on the cloud sea screen above the pond changes shape with the wind and weather conditions, so no two views are ever quite the same. Last year's display, timed to the 100th anniversary of the three-story pagoda's relocation, portrayed the waxing and waning of the moon.
This year, the dynamic and fantastical "Tokyo Sea of Clouds YAKUMO" joins forces with "TOKYO MOON." The moon rises amid layers upon layers of overlapping clouds, at times enveloped by them, for a fantastical, romantic scene.
The number of water screen nozzles has also been increased, sharpening the resolution of the moon's projected image compared to previous years. Guests can enjoy this year's version of "TOKYO MOON," with a clearer moon set against ever-changing clouds.
See, Savor, and Restore: A Season of "Moon Time" Throughout the Hotel
Alongside moon-viewing in the garden, the hotel is offering a lineup of seasonal experiences for guests to enjoy a leisurely autumn evening indoors as well.
At the sky garden overlooking the forest-like grounds, the hotel will hold "Cloud Yoga: Moon Yoga." In an open-air space where guests can feel the night sky and the moon, the class guides participants through gentle movement and breathing for a relaxing mind-and-body experience — a quiet time to reconnect with oneself, surrounded by the garden's clouds and moonlight.
At the hotel shop "Selections," limited-time autumn sweets made with pumpkin, chestnut, and other seasonal ingredients will also go on sale, including a "Pumpkin Cheesecake" that pairs the sweetness of Hokkaido-grown pumpkin with the tang and richness of cream cheese — a lineup guests can take home to enjoy the tastes of autumn.
At the lobby lounge "Le Jardin," an "Evening High Tea" featuring autumn flavors will also be offered. Served a little later than afternoon tea, this popular, food-forward style lets guests take their time over hors d'oeuvres and desserts made with seasonal ingredients.
From viewing the moon in the garden to savoring the tastes of autumn and restoring mind and body under the moonlight, guests can enjoy the richness of an autumn night from the hotel through to their own home.
Garden Display: TOKYO MOON
Period: September 15 (Tue) – November 9 (Mon), 2026
Times: 6:40 PM, 8:40 PM, and 9:40 PM (3 showings daily)
Each showing lasts approximately 7 minutes.
Tokyo Sea of Clouds YAKUMO also appears at other times.
Location: Yusui Pond, in the garden
URL: https://hotel-chinzanso-tokyo.jp/7s/autumn/
Cloud Yoga: Moon Yoga
Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Reception opens 15 minutes before start.)
Location: Sky garden "Serenity Garden" (Guests will be guided to an indoor venue in case of rain.)
Price: ¥5,800 per person (Tax and service charge included)
Advance online payment reservation required (by 4:00 PM the day before).
Content: 60-minute class
Gift: Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo original flavored tea
Attire: Yoga wear (clothing that is easy to move in)
Other notes:
- Yoga mats, drinking water (500 ml), and towels are provided by the hotel.
- Guests who wish to change clothes will be guided to a banquet hall. (No private changing room is available.)
- The class may be cancelled if the minimum number of participants is not reached or due to venue circumstances.
Enquiries: 03-3943-6958 (6:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
URL: https://hotel-chinzanso-tokyo.jp/relaxation/plan/moon_yoga2026/
Takeout Sweets: Pumpkin Cheesecake
Period: September 1 (Tue) – October 31 (Sat), 2026
Shop: Hotel shop "Selections"
Price: ¥950 (Tax included)
Enquiries: 03-3943-7613 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
URL: https://hotel-chinzanso-tokyo.jp/shop/recommend/seasonal-pastries/
Evening High Tea
Period: August 17 (Mon) – October 31 (Sat), 2026 (Reservation required, by 9:30 AM on the day of visit.)
Time: 6:00 PM – Last Order 7:30 PM
Location: Lobby lounge "Le Jardin"
Price: Online reservation ¥8,300 per person / Phone reservation ¥9,300 per person (Tax included; 15% service charge separate)
Menu:
- Glass of champagne
- Three-tiered hors d'oeuvres stand
- Top tier: Pumpkin and orange soup; rabbit-shaped cookie with savory carrot cake; roast beef, vitello tonnato style; ham and fig croffle (*root vegetable mosaic frittata)
- Middle tier: Truffle polenta with porcini mushroom; tuna and raspberry tartine; duck prosciutto with pear compote
- Bottom tier: Seafood risotto croquette (*saffron risotto croquette); coronation chicken sandwich (*chicken confit and apple "corte"); Pacific saury in jelly with grilled eggplant tartare (*Pacific saury rillette, grape, grilled eggplant)
- Chef's special roast beef with gravy sauce, horseradish, and herb salt
- Dessert (Creamy Pumpkin)
- Coffee or tea
From October 1 to 31, select menu items will change to the alternatives marked () above, in keeping with the season.*
Reservations/Enquiries: 03-3943-5489 (10:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
URL: https://hotel-chinzanso-tokyo.jp/restaurant/plan/autumn-eveninghightea-2026/
About Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo opened in 1952 and sits within a forest-like garden in the heart of the city.
The three-story pagoda "Entsukaku," a symbol of the garden, was relocated from Higashi-Hiroshima in 1925 and marked its 100th anniversary in 2025. It is designated a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan and is one of three ancient pagodas still standing in Tokyo.
The hotel's breathtaking seasonal scenery and "Tokyo Sea of Clouds," one of Japan's largest garden mist productions, have earned numerous awards, including the 2025 Good Design Award. Guests can enjoy panoramic views of the city and garden from any of the hotel's 265 rooms, and the property is equipped with 8 restaurants, a spa, and 38 banquet halls. The garden offers special moments through every season, from cherry blossoms and autumn leaves to fireflies.
The hotel also holds a 4-star rating from Forbes Travel Guide and is a member of the "L.V.X. Collection" within Preferred Hotels & Resorts.
