Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu (Minato Mirai, Yokohama City, Nishi-ku; General Manager Shingo Yagi) will host a special dinner event "Kanagawa no Megumi – Haru no Kyoen" (Kanagawa's Blessings – Spring Feast) on Friday, March 27, 2026.
Since its opening in 1997, Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu has maintained an unwavering commitment to "food." As the hotel celebrates its 28th anniversary and looks ahead to its 30th anniversary in 2027, all chefs from every restaurant in the hotel will come together to create a special one-night-only course using Kanagawa's abundant seasonal ingredients.
This marks the hotel's first event of this scale in four years, with "Spring" as its theme. Guests will enjoy the taste of spring through local ingredients, accompanied by performances from a Kanagawa-based taiko drum troupe, creating a culinary experience unique to Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu.
"Kanagawa no Megumi – Haru no Kyoen" Event Details ※Reservations open from 12:00 PM on Monday, January 19 (Reservations Required)
■Date: Friday, March 27, 2026 / Reception 6:00 PM / Event begins 6:30 PM
■Venue: Queens Grand Ballroom (B2F)
■Price: General ¥24,000 per person / Comfort Members ¥22,000 per person
■Contents: Japanese-Western-Chinese fusion full course dinner with free flow drinks included
※Prices include food, beverages, service charge, and consumption tax
※Registration will close once capacity is reached
※Guests with food allergies should inform staff in advance
※Children 12 years and under are not permitted to attend
※Dress Code: Smart Casual (Jackets required for men)
◆Chef Introductions
Executive Chef Kenji Notoya
Notoya began his culinary journey in 1989 at Ginza Tokyu Hotel's French restaurant. He later served as Executive Chef at Akasaka Excel Hotel Tokyu and Kyoto Tokyu Hotel. In April 2024, he was appointed Executive Chef of Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu.
"Maison Kaiser" Representative Director Shuichiro Kimura
Kimura studied at the American Institute of Baking, the only FDA (Food and Drug Administration) research institution in the United States. After training in New York and France, he founded Boulangerie Eric Kayser Japon Co., Ltd. in 2000 as Eric Kayser's partner in Japan.
Main Kitchen Chef Yuichi Harada
Harada joined Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu in October 2001. After working at Restaurant "Cafe Tosca," he moved to the Main Banquet Kitchen. He was appointed Main Kitchen Chef in 2021.
Chinese Restaurant "Szechwan Restaurant Chen" Head Chef Shinobu Sekine
Sekine joined Akasaka Szechwan Restaurant in 1997 and trained under Chen Kenichi. After serving as Sous Chef at the Shibuya location in 2017, he was appointed Head Chef of Szechwan Restaurant Chen at Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu in 2021.
All-Day Dining "Cafe Tosca" Chef Shintaro Tsuji
Born and raised in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture.
Tsuji joined Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu in 2005. After gaining experience in banquets and restaurants, he was appointed Chef of "Cafe Tosca" in 2025.
Pastry Chef Reito Tanaka
After learning the basics at a Japanese and Western confectionery shop, Tanaka traveled to France to immerse himself in French culture. Upon returning to Japan, he served as Chef Patissier at "Andaz Tokyo." He was appointed Pastry Chef at Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu in 2024.
Japanese Restaurant "Taishiman" Head Chef Katsuya Kawata
Kawata grew up watching his father run a restaurant and aspired to become a chef. He joined "Taishiman" and gained experience, serving as Head Chef at "Taishiman Chinsu" in Marunouchi before being appointed Head Chef of "Taishiman Yokohama" in 2022.
French Restaurant "Queen Alice" Chef Shingo Kawai
Kawai joined Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu in 2007. After gaining experience at Restaurant "Cafe Tosca" and "Queen Alice," he was appointed Chef of "Queen Alice" in 2025.
Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu Overview
Located in the heart of the Minato Mirai district, approximately one minute on foot from Minato Mirai Station.
Most guest rooms feature balconies where guests can feel the harbor breeze while enjoying views of the Yokohama Bay Bridge and the giant Ferris wheel. Under the "Urban Oasis" concept, the simple and calming interior allows guests to relax in comfort.
【Location】 2-3-7 Minato Mirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
【Opening Date】 August 7, 1997
【Building Overview】 25 floors above ground, 3 floors below ground, Site area: 44,406㎡ / Total floor area: 62,085㎡
【Facilities】 480 guest rooms (capacity 979 guests), 11 banquet halls, 6 restaurants & bars
