Ryotei Cerulean Tower Sukiya (Tokyo, Japan)

This is a traditional Japanese restaurant located in the basement of the Shibuya Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel. The welcome by the "Sukiya" style waitresses was exceptional, with impeccable manners and speech. I was deeply impressed by the service, including the subtle thoughtfulness. The large plaza is 30 tatami mats (truly a large plaza), and the furnishings, including the hanging scroll in the alcove, were magnificent. They only accept one group per day, for both lunch and dinner. The shoji screens are only opened when there is no stage, but unfortunately, there was a stage that day, which made it feel a bit claustrophobic. It would be a good idea to check this before making a reservation. The coffee-flavored yokan (sweet bean jelly) for dessert was delicious.

A traditional Japanese restaurant located on the second basement floor of the Shibuya Cerulean Hotel. Despite having visited this hotel many times, I never realized there was an authentic Japanese restaurant here. This time, it was a business dinner, and we enjoyed a wonderful meal in a spacious room with a sunken hearth, comfortably accommodating 10 people. Finally, when we opened the window next to the table, a magnificent view of the Noh theater stage unfolded before us, leaving us deeply moved. We had a truly pleasant time.

Shibuya, Tokyo This restaurant is directly managed by the Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel. The restaurant's name comes from a traditional Japanese building with a Noh theater as a backdrop. The atmosphere changes the moment the door opens to the basement. Hotel staff guide us further inside, where we're greeted by "Sukiya" chef Nakai. We were told we were staying in a large plaza, and we arrived at a room with 30 tatami mats (a truly large plaza). The furnishings, including the hanging scroll in the alcove, were magnificent, and the works of Yokoyama Taikan and Higashiyama Kaii were like something you'd find in a museum. The menu was from last year's Nagatsuki. One group per day, one for lunch and one for dinner, The space was dignified and tranquil. The long low table was reserved for two, the height of luxury. It was a deeply moving and valuable experience. We had our photo taken in front of the Noh theater and were also able to tour the tea room. The shoji screens, which were closed when we sat down, were opened, and the moment we were greeted was breathtaking. I couldn't help but exclaim. The shoji screens are supposed to open only when there are no performances, but I found a history of special plans in conjunction with performances. It seems like it was a bento lunch, but the view of the stage from the tatami room is exceptional, so I think it's a great service. Cerulean Tower Sukiya 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station Hours: 11:30-15:00, 17:00-23:00 14 seats (reservations accepted for two or more people) Reservations are required and limited to one group per day for lunch and dinner. Please check the official website for reservations.