October 2019

THE PENINSULA TOKYO REVEALS CALENDAR OF FESTIVE ACTIVITIES TO CELEBRATE THE JOY OF GIVING AND RECONNECT WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY “Stories from the Tree”-themed events include gingerbread house decorating class, Acts of Kindness, and holiday-themed fare to bring loved ones together and raise funds for children’s charities

The Peninsula Hotels has created a digital children’s storybook, available for complimentary download from its festive webpage on peninsula.com. Gingerbread House Decorating Class is also offered.

Savoring Precious Time Modern life can often feel busy, with time seemingly passing at an ever-faster rate. With the approach of the festive season, – the home of the holidays – is encouraging guests and visitors alike to reflect and enjoy the present moment while surrounded by those they love.

The luxury hotel brand today announced a calendar of fun activities and experiences for all to enjoy – including bountiful, festive-themed dining options; indulgent holiday cakes and gift hampers to present to loved ones; gingerbread house decorating class led by the hotels’ professional pastry chefs; and live story book reading session of The Peninsulas Hotels’ digital storybook for children, “The Gingerbread Man’s Tale,” available for complimentary download via peninsula.com’s festive webpage. -more-

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Sharing Holiday Cheer The protagonist of this year’s story – which has been specially written for The Peninsula Hotels – is the Gingerbread Man. A familiar sight adorning decorated trees, the Gingerbread Man represents the “Stories from within the tree” chapter of The Peninsula Hotels’ three-year festive campaign titled “Stories from the tree.” In keeping with last year’s “Stories from under the tree” and next year’s “Stories from the tree top,” this year’s theme is about sharing the joy and fun of the season. Accordingly, the magic of the festive season will be celebrated at each of the ten Peninsula hotels around the globe with Christmas trees erected in the grand lobbies, and resplendent decorations on view for all to enjoy.

Embracing Acts of Kindness Often, the joy and fun of the season is felt most strongly by the children in our lives. In support of those less fortunate, the six “Stories from the tree” characters will be available for purchase at each hotel in the form of tree ornaments, with JPY 500 from each purchase being donated to local youth-empowerment charities. This year, The Peninsula Tokyo has chosen the Japan School Library Association, which supports literacy efforts in the local community.

Six festive ornaments are available for purchase at The Peninsula Tokyo (JPY 2,800 each), with JPY 500 from each purchase donated to the Japan School Library Association.

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Celebrating Magical Moments To kick off the festive season and get the holiday spirit underway, Executive Pastry Chef Pascal Cialdella and his skilled team of pastry experts will hold a Gingerbread House Decorating Class on December 7. In this favorite program of the holiday season, children will be guided in a fun, hands-on workshop that allows them to decorate their very own gingerbread house using colorful candies, icing, chocolates, and baked goods. Participating children will also enjoy a sumptuous afternoon tea buffet featuring an indulgent spread of both savory and sweet delights. Afterwards, participants can take their unique creations home to display and enjoy with family and friends. A donation of JPY 5,000 from the total participants’ fee will benefit the Japan School Library Association.

A favorite program of the holiday season is the Gingerbread House Decorating Class. A donation of JPY 5,000 from the participation fee will benefit the Japan School Library Association.

During this special season of giving, the hotel expresses its appreciation to the community with its Acts of Kindness program. From December 23 to 25 between 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm, hotel guests and pedestrians will be treated to complimentary hot chocolate, tea, roasted chestnuts, and Glühwein, a traditional holiday drink of spiced wine. Come by and cozy up with these

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THE PENINSULA TOKYO REVEALS CALENDAR OF FESTIVE ACTIVITIES TO CELEBRATE THE JOY OF GIVING AND RECONNECT WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY- 4 classic festive treats, served at The Peninsula Café at Marunouchi Naka Dori Avenue, which will be decked out in cheerful Christmas décor.

The hotel will show its “Acts of Kindness” by offering complimentary hot chocolate, wine, and roasted chestnuts to passers-by at the Naka Dori Café from December 23 to 25.

The hotel’s adorable and much-loved Peninsula mascots Peter and Penny the Bear will also make special appearances to meet guests on weekends throughout December. The two life- sized, fluffy friends will charm families and young guests and ensure memorable moments during their visits to The Lobby. Additionally, the angelic Children’s Christmas Choir will serenade guests with Christmas carols from December 23 to 25, between 4:30 pm and 5:00 pm.

At The Lobby, a “Stories from the tree”-themed Festive Afternoon Tea will include savory delicacies and delightful sweets featuring the Gingerbread Man character and other Christmas motifs, to be enjoyed with a selection of Peninsula original teas and the organic Art of Tea selections. A donation of JPY 500 from each Afternoon Tea sale will benefit the Japan School Library Association. Furthermore, guests can enjoy a special festive three-course lunch and four-course dinner to celebrate the season with family and friends.

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Festive Afternoon Tea at The Lobby

Festive Afternoon Tea Dates: November 1 to December 25, 2019 Time: 11:30 am to 9:00 pm Price: JPY 6,500 (JPY 500 will be donated to charity)

The Lobby – Festive Three-course Lunch and Four-course Dinner Dates: December 20 to 25, 2019 Time: Lunch 11:30 am to 2:00 pm / Dinner 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Price: Lunch JPY 5,500 / Dinner JPY 10,250 + JPY7,500 with free-flowing sparkling, red, and white wine

The Lobby – New Year’s Eve Dinner with Live Music Date: December 31, 2019 Time: Dinner 6:00 pm to 1:00 am Price: JPY 18,000 + JPY7,500 with free-flowing sparkling, red, and white wine

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Hei Fung Terrace, the hotel’s sophisticated, 2nd-floor Cantonese restaurant with an interior reminiscent of an exotic Suzhou garden, celebrates the holiday season with exquisite menus filled with both classic favorites and the chef’s innovative interpretations. Celebrate the New Year with a sumptuous meal featuring premium ingredients such as fan lobster, abalone, and superior bird’s nest soup.

New Year Dinner at Hei Fung Terrace

Hei Fung Terrace – Festive Lunch & Dinner Dates: December 20 to 25, 2019 Time: Lunch 11:30 am to 2:30 pm (weekdays) 11:00 am to 3:00 pm (weekends and holidays) / Dinner 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm Price: Lunch from JPY 9,980 / Dinner from JPY 17,980 + JPY 6,880 with three-course wine pairing

Hei Fung Terrace – New Year Lunch & Dinner Dates: December 31 to January 5, 2020 Time: Lunch 11:00 am to 3:00 pm / Dinner 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm Price: Lunch from JPY 8,980 / Dinner from JPY 19,980 -more-

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Peter, the hotel’s contemporary grill restaurant perched on the 24th floor with sweeping views of the Imperial Palace Gardens and Hibiya Park, will showcase special holiday menus for lunch, brunch, and dinner. The highlight will be the five-course dinner menu featuring farm-raised tuna, French foie gras, and Miyazaki A5 wagyu beef.

Peter – Festive Four-course Lunch / Festive Brunch on December 22 / Five-course Dinner Dates: December 20 to 25, 2019 (Brunch offered only on December 22) Time: Lunch 11:30 am to 3:00 pm / Brunch 11:30 am to 3:00 pm / Dinner 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm Price: Lunch JPY 8,900 / Brunch JPY 11,000 / Dinner JPY 26,000

Festive Five Course Dinner at Peter

The Peninsula Tokyo will also host an enchanting New Year’s Eve Dinner and Countdown party at Peter and Peter: The Bar dubbed Supper Club, featuring music mixed by renowned international DJ Julien Lebrun. Guests will enjoy free-flowing Dom Pérignon and canapés, while ringing in the New Year in unforgettable style.

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New Year’s Eve Dinner and “Supper Club” Countdown Event Date: December 31, 2019 Menu: Five Course Dinner including free-flowing Dom Pérignon Time: Dinner from 8:00 pm; Countdown party until 2:00 am Price: JPY 50,000 including access to “Supper Club” New Year’s Eve Countdown

“Supper Club” New Year’s Countdown Lounge Date: December 31, 2019 Time: 9:30 pm to 2:00 am Price: JPY 24,000 (with free-flowing Dom Pérignon and canapés)

Peter Restaurant

The Peninsula Boutique & Café, featuring à la carte menus of international specialties, will celebrate the season with a special three-course menu. Additionally, The Peninsula Boutique, headed by Executive Pastry Chef Pascal Cialdella, will present beautifully crafted Christmas cakes and delicatessen sets to enliven any festive spread this holiday season. Also available at the boutique this season are holiday hampers and Osechi boxes to commemorate the new year.

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The Peninsula Boutique & Café Festive Cakes and Delicatessen Selection

Robin’s Buche Buche “Amaou de Noel” JPY 6,500 JPY 5,500

Gingerbread Man’s Petit Entremet Coeur de Fraise Bauble Peninsula Santa Bear JPY 700 JPY 700 JPY 6,500

“Stories from the Tree” Chocolates Stollen (Christmas Stollen / Chocolate Stollen) 6 pc JPY 2,500 / 9 pc JPY 3,800 (S) JPY 1,600 / (L) JPY 3,000 12 pc JPY 5,000 -more-

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Festive Hamper November 20 to December 25 (S) JPY 7,500

(M) JPY 10,000

(L) JPY 16,000

Christmas Cakes Jersey Cream and Strawberry Shortcake October 1 to December 25 15cm / JPY 6,500

Festive Deli Set

Reservations accepted from

November 1 to December 23

Available for pick-up from December 1 to 25 (11:00 am to 7:00 pm) JPY 10,000 and JPY 15,000 (with a half bottle of Peninsula Champagne)

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Osechi from The Peninsula Boutique Enjoy a traditional Osechi box filled with classic Japanese and international treats to welcome the new year. Reservations are accepted from October 1 for pick-up on December 31. Limited supply available.

Three-Tiered Osechi

Filled with traditional Japanese, Western and Chinese dishes

JPY 45,000 (serves four people)

Premium Osechi

Includes opulent ingredients such as Bird’s Nest, premium wagyu and braised abalone JPY 150,000 (serves four people)

Festive Peninsula Academy: Gingerbread House Decorating Class

Date: December 7, 2019 Time: 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm Price: JPY 10,000 per child/ JPY 5,000 per accompanying adult (JPY 5,000 of fee will be donated to the Japan School Library Association)

For reservations, please contact 03-6270-2888 or [email protected]

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Gift Certificates A luxurious weekend getaway, decadent meal, or rejuvenating spa escape makes the perfect gift. The Peninsula Tokyo Gift Certificates and Vouchers are available in denominations of JPY 5,000 or JPY 10,000, available for purchase at The Peninsula Boutique & Café (B1/F) or online at peninsula.com.

The Peninsula Boutique & Café / Open daily from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Reservations and Inquiries: Please call The Peninsula Tokyo 03-6270-2888 or e-mail at [email protected]

NOTE:  Products and prices in this press release are subject to change  All prices for restaurant menus are subject to 10% consumption tax and 15% service charge

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