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2019.9.17

12. ``Orchid Bar'' and ``Starlight.''
Okura's blissful bar time

“The Okura Tokyo” will begin a new era in September 2019. The new Okura will consist of two buildings, the Okura Heritage Wing and the Okura Prestige Tower, and will continue to evolve while preserving the essence and traditions of Okura. Twelve stories that reaffirm the charm of Okura and explore the new The Okura Tokyo.

In addition to the tradition and style of "Orchid Bar",
A new bar space “Starlight” will also be born.

Hotel Okura Tokyo is known as a hotel with many foreign visitors. The reason for this is that it is known as the ``Okura of food'' because it has French, Japanese, Chinese cuisine, and a cafeteria. Another thing you should not forget is the existence of a bar.

 

The main bar, ``Orchid Bar,'' has an authentic and dignified atmosphere among the many hotel bars. ``Orchid Bar'' will open on the 13th floor of ``Okura Prestige Tower'', preserving that atmosphere. The copper plate table that had been used in the main building was maintained and used, and the leather chairs were remade to the same specifications. The dignified atmosphere created by the historic furniture has been transferred to the new space. The long counter, which was the icon of Orchid Bar, was remade using ancient elm wood. Its length is 13 meters. This will create XNUMX premium seats.

Orchid Bar is visited by many customers every night in search of the style and comfort that befits a long-established bar. Orchid Bar is visited by many customers every night in search of the style and comfort that befits a long-established bar.

Orchid Bar is visited by many customers every night in search of the style and comfort that befits a long-established bar.

The photo at the top is the Bellini, a Dom Perignon cocktail made with Orchid Bar's signature fresh peaches. The production area of ​​peaches changes depending on the time of year, and each has a different taste. If you look closely at the shaker that the bartender shakes, you will notice that it is upside down, with the top facing outward. This seems to be Okura's style.


Orchid Bar at the time of the main building. Orchid Bar at the time of the main building.

Orchid Bar at the time of the main building.

This bar is also known for its extensive whiskey selection. It is said that whiskey that is not easily available and expensive items are often ordered.

 

In addition to the Orchid Bar, which is a space for adults, a new bar lounge will be created where you can enjoy food and alcohol while overlooking the city of Tokyo. That is "Starlight" on the 41st floor of Okura Prestige Tower. This bar lounge located on the top floor is divided into three zones: ``The Bar,'' ``The Lounge,'' and ``The Chef's Table,'' which can be used according to the situation. The Starlight Lounge, which was the first top-floor lounge at a hotel in Japan, has been revived. At that time, the night view and live music were popular. At the new Starlight, people gather and enjoy delicious food and drinks in a lively atmosphere. It also has a wine cellar. It looks like it will be able to offer new ways to enjoy the metropolis of Tokyo.

 

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Text by Akiko Ishizuka
Photography by Mutsumi Tabuchi
© The Okura Tokyo

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