The ‘Buono! Buono! ITALIA Fair 2022’ will be held at 10 Prince Hotels in the Tokyo metropolitan area, and to celebrate, Shinagawa Prince Hotel is offering a room inspired by the artist Leo Leonni until March 31, 2022!

Leo Lionni

Lionni’s Most Famous Works, ‘Frederick’ & ‘Swimmy’

Leo Lionni’s Friends Goods

Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa

Restaurant Offerings at a Glance

Coffee Lounge Mauna Kea

Leo Lionni’s Friends Parfait

Leo Lionni’s Friends Acai Bowl

Leo Lionni’s World of Friends Icing Cookies

Frederick’s ‘Pan’

Leo Lionni was a beloved illustrator of children’s books from Italy. His most famous works, ‘Swimmy’ and ‘Frederick,’ have been published in Japanese language textbooks and are well known throughout Japan.

During the collaboration, the coffee lounge Mauna Kea will be decorated with art by Lionni and will offer savory and sweet items using tableware inspired by Leo Lionni’s Friends, the many characters he created during his life. Those opting for the Lionni plan will get some additional merchandise to take home!

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Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant is one of New York’s most established seafood restaurants, with over 100 years of history. The Shinagawa, Tokyo location will begin its second collaboration with the popular anime series Banana Fish from February 14 until May 13, 2022, and guests can enjoy food and drinks inspired by Ash, Eiji, and Shorter. Special merchandise will also be available and reservations are now open. 

Manhattan Set (Ash’s Course）

Grand Central Station Set (Eiji’s Course)

Chinatown Set (Shorter’s Course) 

Wine Bottle Design

Collaboration Merchandise

Original Acrylic Stand

Original Sticker

 Original Pin – Ash Ver.

 Original Pin – Eiji Ver.

 Original Pin – Shorter Ver.

Original Coaster

The Banana Fish anime series aired in 2018, and the first collaboration with Grand Central started with Ash Lynx and Max Lobo having dinner at the popular seafood restaurant while in their home city of New York. For this second collaboration, three new courses are available based on Ash, Eiji, and Shorter. These menu items come with a set of original goods featuring newly-drawn illustrations of the characters, and three cocktails (either alcoholic or non-alcoholic) will also be available. Two types of wine–Chablis and Sauvignon Blanc–will be available in a special bottle available for purchase. Those who order a cocktail will receive an original coaster.

Japanese bakery and confectionery company Nenrinya is releasing a takeout baumkuchen dessert which can be warmed up at home. The baumkuchen was released at Nenrinya’s JR Shinagawa Station branch on Monday (February 1) and will be released at their Daimaru Tokyo and Sogo Yokohama branches on February 16.

Hot Baum Shikkarime | ¥432 (Tax Included)

To heat up, you simply microwave it for 30 seconds at 500W. This leaves the inside moist and adds a crunch to the outside, all while helping to emit the sumptuous smell of that butter. It goes perfect with a cup of coffee, tea, or milk. Customise by adding some whipped cream or pour some melted chocolate over.

PETALS TOKYO opened on November 9, 2020 as Japan’s first ‘floating hotel’ on the Tennozu Canal in Shinagawa, Tokyo.

The Tennozu area is connected to Shinagawa-juku, a station famous for its Edo history, which has resulted in a fusion of both traditional and contemporary culture. Situated next to the water, it’s a location rich with contemporary art. It’s an easy place to reach from Haneda Airport which has granted it an increase in visitors over the years.

PETALS TOKYO is a ‘cottage-type’ hotel facility situated on the Tennozu Canal. Telephone poles have been set up underground which has given it the benefit of both being within the walking distance of Shinagawa Station and the busy city while enjoying a more natural look. Guest rooms too are loaded with amenities with naturally-derived ingredients and other environmentally-friendly aspects.

PETALS TOKYO and its four multi-coloured boats

Tennozu is a warehouse district that has transformed into an art city. From here emerges PETALS TOKYO, Japan’s first floating boat hotel. It consists of four multi-coloured hotel boats anchored beside T-LOTUS M, an event venue on the Tennozu Canal. Its name PETALS TOKYO is inspired by the imagery of lotus petals floating on the water.

Like the houseboats in Amsterdam, which was developed as a city of canals, each of the four boats has been meticulously handcrafted with its own individual design concept. The interiors are all unique and boast a premium feel. Located at a junction between the river and the sea, this canal connects Tokyo, one of the largest cities in Asia, to the world beyond the sea.

If you’re looking for a place to stay in Tokyo but don’t want to be in the hustle and bustle of the big city, then consider booking with PETALS TOKYO for a stay on the water.

Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa has announced that its Christmas event for this year, “Bright Christmas Party,” will run from November 7 to December 25.

Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa is known for its breathtaking events and performances which incorporate digital art using the latest in technology. This Christmas, the aquarium is holding a special night time version of their popular dolphin performance in collaboration with Japanese creative company NAKED, INC. who have created a kaleidoscope of beautiful lights and visuals to deliver a Christmas party that visitors won’t soon forget.

Bright Christmas Party: Dolphin performance (Night Version) 

The dolphins will deliver a fantastic Christmas time surrounded by the starry sky with lights, sounds, visuals, and of course the water.

[Weekdays] 18:00

[Weekends] 17:30/19:00

[Christmas Eve & Day] 17:30/19:00

Jellyfish Rumble

The ceiling and walls are all mirrors and house seven towering fish tanks with a variety of jellyfish in them like the moon jelly and Indonesian sea nettle. Visitors can expect to be transported into another world with vivid blue and yellow lights that create an image reminiscent of the stars and night sky.

Christmas beverages

The Coral Cafe Bar will be serving up three drinks and a dessert which are also based on the Christmas starry night sky. These can be drank and eaten around the aquarium so you can enjoy the dolphin performance and other exhibits while you tuck in.

Serving: November 1, 2020 – December 25, 2020

Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa has announced the holding of a new exhibition entitled “NAKED SAKURA AQUARIUM” which will run at the Tokyo-based aquarium from March 1, 2020 to April 19, 2020.

Offering “cutting-edge Tokyo entertainment,” the exhibition is combined music, lighting, and visuals with living beings. Using the latest in leading edge tech, visitors will be treated to a visual treat of animals living harmoniously with the season. The exhibition promises you will notice something new with each visit. Enter a world of spring like never before as cherry blossoms and the ocean come together through digital art.

Cherry Blossom Tayori

The entrance to the aquarium will be in full bloom with cherry blossoms. The water tanks in the centre will be perfectly pink and house madai snapper, a type of fish also nicknamed “sakura-dai” around this season.

Spilling Cherry Blossoms

This area will be like an atrium, with water tanks and showcases lined up beautifully next to each other and decorated with cherry blossom art flowers. The water tanks, which bring to mind the image of a “banquet,” will house sakura-dai, sea goldie, and other fishes.

Dancing Cherry Blossom Garden

In the immersive Patterns area, you can see the “possibilities” of the four seasons as digital art works to combine a seasonal landscape with the sea creatures on display.

Also in the Dancing Cherry Blossom Garden will be Cape penguins who will put on a performance using their physical abilities. The performance, which is split into two parts, will make use of projection mapping. The first part will see the bloom of yaezakura cherry trees, while the second part will have jacaranda, also called the “purple cherry blossom,” a flower that blooms in South Africa where Cape penguins originate.

Dolphin Performance Day Version – Cherry Blossom Dance

The daytime dolphin performance sees visitors gathering in the amphitheatre. This interactive performance is inspired by springtime banquets and Hanami flower-viewing. Enjoy seeing the dolphins dance high-speed to the rhythm of Japanese rock music.

Dolphin Performance Night Version – Cherry Blossom Story

The nighttime dolphin performance uses the water, lighting, visuals, and music to celebrate cherry blossoms in the evening. Enjoy a more delicate, but powerful performance from the dolphins, and see the flowers in all their beauty.

Jewellery Fish Rumble

The ceiling and walls of the spacious Jewellery Fish Rumble area all have reflective mirror surfaces. Countless pink and blue illuminations light up this evening cherry blossom-themed area, where you can enjoy a digital Hanami experience together with the jellyfish.

Katou Flower Lantern

The NAKED SAKURA AQUARIUM cafe and bar is adorned with a cylindrical water tank with illuminated coral. The cafe/bar is inspired by Katou, which is when the evening light feels like it is being lit up by fully bloomed cherry blossom flowers. The menu includes a selection of cherry blossom and matcha drinks, as well as a selection of sweet treats perfect for the Hanami season.

3 Dango & Mini Taiyaki – ¥500 (Red Bean Paste/Cream)

Sakura Mizu-warabi Rice Cake – ¥500

Enjoy a completely different kind of Hanami experience at Maxwell Aqua Park.

*Photos are for illustrative purposes only

Shinagawa Season Terrace Illumination 2019 is set to run from December 1 to 25.

The event will take place at Shinagawa Season Terrace, a towering office building in Tokyo, where the rolling grass lawn will be lit up beautifully with enchanting blue lights. They offer a breathtaking view against the city nightscape of Tokyo’s skyscrapers. Last year’s event saw nearly 17,000 people in attendance.

2019 marks the 4th run of the event, and this year, the long staircase leading up to the lawn will also be lit up, welcoming visitors to see the illuminations from their first step upon arrival. The lights will flicker in 10 different patterns from the first floor (ground floor) up to the second.

Entry is free, and visitors will be able enjoy an unbroken view of the structural spectacle that is Tokyo Tower too. If you’re in Tokyo this December, be sure to mark Shinagawa Season Terrace Illumination 2019 in your calendar for the holiday season.

*Pictured photos are for illustrative purposes only

DINING & BAR TABLE 9 TOKYO is a fabulous dining and bar venue located on the top floor of Shinagawa Prince Hotel. The establishment is known for its “DJ TIME” where a DJ plays music, and it has just been announced that the experience is set to be revamped on May 29 where the theme will change each day.

Ever since its grand opening, the bars of TABLE 9 TOKYO have been leaders of today’s Tokyo with its night scene as its opening hours roll out until 4:00am. It is home to 3 different bars, NINE BAR being one of them, and each enjoys a huge attendance rate including many non-Japanese guests.

The bar and lounge is a place for adults to sit down, enjoy a drink and listen to music. The idea to have a theme change each day is a way for the bar to expand its services by having more options to choose from when it comes to the music.

The first week will begin with jazzy music, and there will be disco music on Wednesday and Thursday for which a new standing area has been set up in front of the DJ booth. On Friday night guests can enjoy getting down to some energetic dance music while on the weekends the playlist will span a wide variety of genres.

Enjoy a sophisticated night out in Tokyo at NINE BAR.

Maxell Aqua Park, Shinagawa will be running a special event called FLOWER AQUARIUM Directed BY NAKED ーBrand New Sea－ from Saturday 27th April ー Sunday 7th July 2019.

 The main attraction of the event is the dolphin performances, which will be even more incredible as a new water fountain is going to be installed at the park. There will be different collaborations running during the day and night, creating an even more spectacular dolphin programme which crosses the boundaries of art!

During the day, there will be a collaboration with female vocal group Little Glee Monster, whose powerful and beautiful vocals and harmonies are worthy of note. The dolphin show will really come alive with the power of their music! The nighttime version features a collaboration with one of Japan’s most creative companies called NAKED Inc., who will also be managing the water tank exhibition areas. Enjoy a show of multicoloured flowers blooming and sunlight glimmering through the trees with the 360-degree projection mapping show. The projection mapping is a fantastic representation of spring, and is further enhanced with the dolphins!

There will also be an exhibition zone dedicated to the water tanks, artwork and colourful projection mapping area. Allow yourself to be completely surrounded by butterflyfish, fluttering like butterflies through the water. Spot the colourful light reflecting off the jellyfish which look like beautiful flowers. Enjoy the relaxing view of a countless number of flowers as the picturesque view of the beginning of summer unfolds.

You can also grab a bite to eat at the cafe bar, which is serving up an original menu with a FLOWER AQUARIUM theme. Come enjoy a moment to yourself regardless of the weather. The cafe is indoors and is the perfect environment for you to enjoy the refreshing taste of the start of summer!

Other event contents include a penguin performance and a jellyfish exhibition which also uses projection mapping over a large area! As we’re approaching the holidays, this is your chance to enjoy a magnificent world through the latest technology, so come on down to Maxell Aqua Park, Shinagawa!

Shinagawa Station is a convenient location for travel as not only do bullet trains arrive and depart there but it’s also very easy to get to airports.

The Tokyo Meat Market takes place every October in Shinagawa which brings people flocking from afar to get their teeth stuck into the meat on offer. In line with this year’s market, another event titled “Shinagawa MEAT LOVERS” will take place at ecute Shinagawa South from October 1 to 21.

Take a look below to see what you can expect to look forward to at the event.

Meat Sandwiches

TAMEALS Classic Burger w/Fries – ¥900 @ TAMEALS (ecute Shinagawa South)

This burger boasts a filling patty with an original bun made completely with whole grain flour that both hug together to make the perfect combination. If you’re looking for a quality burger then don’t pass up this opportunity. Served from 11:00am.

La Terre Hot Dog – ¥378 @ Boulangerie La Terrie (ecute Shinagawa South)

La Terre’s hot dog is made with sausage from Kyushu that is completely free of preservatives and colouring agents. The rich, sweet and soft bread they use is made from 100% wheat flour.

Anshen Buffu (Roti & Pastrami) – Whole ¥1,188 / Half ¥594 @ PAUL (ecute Shinagawa)

This sandwich is made with PAUL’s exquisite bread and is packed with roast beef and pastrami. The roast beef is combined with a horseradish sauce. The flavour goes perfectly with sake. Available at ecute Shinagawa only.

Meat Bento / Onigiri

Japanese Black Beef Bento – ¥2,650 @ Asakusa Imahan (ecute Shinagawa)

This luxurious bento set brings out the full flavour of its Japanese Black wagyu that can be enjoyed together as both sukiyaki and yakiniku. Available at ecute Shinagawa only.

Japanese Black Beef & Black Angus “W Black” Beef Hamburg Steak Bento – ¥1,380 @ MADE IN JAPAN Tsubame Grill (ecute Shinagawa)

Tsubame Grill’s Hamburg steak is made with two kinds of 100% beef, clocking in at a hearty 160g. Experience its delicious flavour available just for this event. Available at ecute Shinagawa only.

Char Siu Yaki Onigiri  – ¥260 Each @ Onigiridokoro Kongariya (ecute Shinagawa)

This plump onigiri is topped with a cheddar cheese-covered char siu covered in a steak sauce. Available at ecute Shinagawa only.

Meat Deli

Basque Style Terrine – 1 Pack ¥650 @ Table Ogino (ecute Shinagawa)

A spicy patty made in the image of the Basque Country. It’s packed with pig ear and tongue that give texture, pork, and chicken liver. The flavour of everything has been condensed into the patty for a richer taste.

Wagyu Sukiyaki Steamed Bun – ¥445 Each @ PAOPAO (ecute Shinagawa)

Enjoy the full flavour of Yamagata beef wrapped carefully into a steamed bun. Available at ecute Shinagawa only. Only 20 made per day.

Japanese Beef With Seasoned Oyster Mushrooms (100g) – ¥798 @ RF1 (ecute Shinagawa South)

This beef platter lets you enjoy the full delicious flavour of meat. The beef goes perfectly with the salt and peppers oyster mushrooms. Limited quantity available.

Sweets

Yanesen Grape Anmitsu – ¥604 @ Funabashiya (ecute Nippori)

These sweet treats are a collaboration with Vegeo Vegeo. They are pione grapes covered with anmitsu―syrup covered anko―from Yanesen. Available at ecute Nippori only.

Kawane Sencha Siberia Cake – ¥648 @ Dalloyau (ecute Nippori)

This cake is made in collaboration with Thés du Japon which opened in Yanaka, Tokyo in August this year. The cake is filled with a mousse made with Kawane sencha tea and an anko jelly. Available at ecute Nippori only.

Imomitsu Roll Cake – ¥480 Per Slice @ Drip Mania (ecute Nippori)

This product is made in collaboration with Amendoroya, a shop specialising in imomitsu – honeyed potato. They have taken Drip Mania’s popular roll cake and made it more delicious with purple sweet potato. Available at ecute Nippori only.

A campaign is also being held to get people walking around the district of Yanesen. It is taking place in collaboration with products from shops around Yanesen as well as products in ecute Nippori using ingredients from places around Yanesen. Get your hands on the map and enjoy walking around the neighbourhood.

As well as the delicious meaty goodness listed above there’s plenty more where that game from, so head to Shinagawa this October.

Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa is inviting summer in with HaNaBi aquarium by NAKED, an event that will run from July 1st to September 9th with lots of fun things to enjoy including fireworks in the aquarium, goldfish catching, festive paper lanterns, music and more.

Dancing Fireworks

Projection mapping will be used to decorate the aquarium entrance with countless stars. Touching the walls that enclose the water tanks offers an interactive experience where fireworks will appear wherever you touch.

Goldfish Fireworks

Fireworks will twinkle above the tanks where the goldfish swim, and colourful paper lanterns dangling from the ceiling will glow, giving a Japanese summer vibe.

Umbrella Fireworks

There will be a cafe and bar covered in beautiful and magical umbrella fireworks that shine in the dark. There will be special drinks available for the event. Upon ordering a drink at the bar, one of three random firework displays will show.

Digital Fireworks & Nighttime Dolphin Performance

The dolphin performance will combine the dynamic sounds of taiko drums and fireworks to evoke that feeling of festivity. Enjoy a collaboration between dolphins and digital fireworks.

July 1 – August 10 @ 7:30pm / 8:30pm

August 11 – August 15 @ 7:00pm / 8:00pm / 9:00pm

August 16 – September 9 @ 7:30pm / 8:30pm

The contents of this year’s event have one upped to elevate that Japanese summer festival atmosphere. Enjoy a seat in the 360° stadium to witness a summer experience available nowhere else but at Aqua Park.

Head to Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa to witness the latest in innovative technology and entertainment.

InterContinental The Strings Tokyo is planning to serve up a matcha afternoon tea for a limited time only at the hotel’s Dining Room restaurant.

The Dining Room is a restaurant at the hotel by the waterside lit up by natural light. Their seasonal afternoon tea calls to early summer, decorated with fresh green tea and desserts.

The chef’s recommended item is the Matcha Panna Cotta, made with strained bean paste and brown sugar syrup.

As well as that, there’s the bite-sized Matcha Tartelette which perfectly fuses matcha chocolate with yuzu giving it great taste and scent. The Matcha Tapioca Drink is a palette-cleansing dessert drink with a refreshing summertime flavour.

If it’s savoury you’re after, there’s the Matcha & Egg Sandwich which combines matcha flavoured bread and Japanese egg.

Don’t miss out on this perfect summer season matcha afternoon tea!