As spring paints Japan in delicate shades of pink, cherry blossoms make their much-anticipated return, signalling a season of renewal and celebration. Across the country, Marriott Bonvoy’s collection of hotels are embracing the magic of sakura season with thoughtfully curated experiences.

Guests can indulge in seasonal stay packages, savour exquisite cherry blossom-inspired dining, or unwind with spa treatments rooted in time-honoured traditions. Whether in bustling Yokohama, scenic Nikko, or lively Fukuoka, each destination offers a unique way to immerse in Japan’s most enchanting time of year.

For centuries, Japan’s cherry blossoms have captivated hearts, transforming cities and countryside into dreamy landscapes. Beyond a breathtaking sight, these fleeting blooms are at the heart of the country’s springtime celebrations. The tradition of hanami – gathering under the blossoms for picnics and festivities – remains as cherished as ever, offering both locals and visitors a quintessential way to welcome the season.

The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo

Cherish the essence of spring at The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo with a slew of sakura-inspired offerings. Indulge in the Sakura Afternoon Tea at The Lobby Lounge, where you’ll savour sakura-themed treats, and enjoy a Sakura Brunch at Towers, featuring a delectable spring-inspired appetiser platter with eight varieties. Finally, raise a glass with Spring Cocktails at The Bar, offering four seasonal cocktails crafted with ROKU Gin and HAKU Vodka.

The Ritz-Carlton Tokyo
Tokyo Midtown 9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-Ku, Tokyo 107-6245, Japan

For reservations and enquiries, visit the property’s official website.

The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza & The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon

Situated strategically in the heart of Tokyo with hanami spots nearby, The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza and The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon, are celebrating sakura season with a unique Sakura Package from March 15 to April 8. It includes daily breakfast for up to two guests, sakura cocktails, a sakura-inspired room amenity, and a Hanami Map to guide guests to the best spots in Tokyo to view the cherry blossoms.

The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza
2 Chome-8-13 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

For reservations and enquiries, visit the property’s official website.

The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon
4 Chome-1-1 Toranomon, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0001, Japan

For reservations and enquiries, visit the property’s official website.

The Westin Tokyo

Commemorate the arrival of spring at The Westin Tokyo‘s Mai restaurant with a seasonal sakura kaiseki, spotlighting dishes like cherry blossom sea bream and fresh spring vegetables, complemented by premium Sakurahime sake. Alternatively, the sky bar Escalier will be extending sakura-themed cocktails, including sparkling cherry blossom vodka and a dessert cocktail signifying the end of winter. These offerings run from March to April.

The Westin Tokyo
1-4-1 Mita, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8580, Japan

For reservations and enquiries, visit the property’s official website.

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

At The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto, its signature Japanese restaurant MIZUKI is serving a sakura-themed menu featuring a sparkling tea only available during sakura season. On the other hand, the Lobby Lounge presents The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto x PIERRE HERMÉ PARIS Takeout Afternoon Tea. From end February to April, Chef Katsuhito Inoue, head chef at Chef’s Table by Katsuhito Inoue, welcomes diners with special sakura-themed dishes as well as cocktails.

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
Kamogawa Nijo-Ohashi Hotori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-0902, Japan

For reservations and enquiries, visit the property’s official website.

JW Marriott Hotel Nara

From April 1 to May 31, JW Marriott Hotel Nara will offer Harmony – a seasonal cocktail honouring Japanese elegance, capturing the essence of Japan’s vibrant seasons with a fusion of seasonal fruits and traditional flavours. Made with Roku Gin, cherry liqueur and fresh cherries, this delicate drink boasts a lovely red hue above, and matcha liqueur at the bottom for a striking visual contrast.

JW Marriott Hotel Nara
1 Chome-1 Sanjooji, Nara 630-8013, Japan

For reservations and enquiries, visit the property’s official website.

The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka

The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka welcomes guests to embrace the beauty of the sakura season at The Bar, where lovely seasonal décor, live music, and complimentary cocktail snacks elevate the spring celebration. Guests can indulge in Sakura Night, a bartender-crafted cocktail that pays ode to the delicate essence of cherry blossoms, while savouring signature pastries filled with sakura cream, available at The Gourmet Shop.

The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka
2-5-25 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0001, Japan

For reservations and enquiries, visit the property’s official website.

The St. Regis Osaka

At The St. Regis Osaka, guests can bask in the spring sunlight flooding in through the windows of The St. Regis Bar as they delight in The St. Regis Sakura Afternoon Tea, when sakura-infused sweets and savoury snacks take centrestage. At the hotel’s Italian restaurant La Veduta, guests will be treated to a seasonal dinner course, Primavera, a sublime fusion of cherry blossom-inspired flavours and traditional cuisine.

The St. Regis Osaka
3-6-12 Honmachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0053, Japan

For reservations and enquiries, visit the property’s official website.

W Osaka

In the heart of the Shinsaibashi district, W Osaka is hosting a Hanami Sakura Afternoon Tea at MIXup, featuring spring-inspired sweets and savoury dishes made with fresh seasonal ingredients, all encased in a jewellery box adorned with sakura illustrations. At its signature teppanyaki restaurant MYDO, a Spring Teppanyaki Lunch Menu tempts diners with seasonal delights. Alternatively, pop by the LIVING ROOM for sakura-scented cocktails and mocktails.

W Osaka
4-1-3 Minami Semba, Chuo-ku, Osaka 542-0081, Japan

For reservations and enquiries, visit the property’s official website.

The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka

Fukuoka City will be draped in hues of pink around mid-March and The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka is offering a selection of exquisite sweets and savoury treats in a Sakura Afternoon Tea at The Diva Café. At The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Fukuoka, guests can unwind with multisensory experiences that mark the season. A soothing oil massage surrounded by the scent of cherry blossoms and specialised spa treatments that capture spring await.

The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka
2-5-1 Daimyo, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka 810-0001, Japan

For reservations and enquiries, visit the property’s official website.

The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko

The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko has partnered with local farmers to revive the Nyoho strawberry, named after the region’s Mount Nyoho. This exceptional strawberry is the highlight of the Oku-Nikko Seasonal Experience Afternoon Tea, which pairs carefully selected Japanese tea with strawberries. Besides that, The Bar has introduced a sophisticated High Tea, featuring a tasting of four distinct Tochigi-grown strawberries – Nyoho, Tochiotome, Tochiaika and Milkyberry – paired with the bar’s signature cocktail, Strawberry Kingdom.

The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko
2482 Chugushi, Nikko-shi, Tochigi, Japan

For reservations and enquiries, visit the property’s official website.

The Westin Yokohama

At The Westin Yokohama, signature Japanese restaurant Kissui-sen presents a seasonal Sakura Bento Box for guests to enjoy the fresh colours and flavours of spring, aside from special lunch and dinner courses celebrating the season’s bounty. A Sakura & Strawberry Afternoon Tea, is also available at the Lobby Lounge, welcoming the arrival of spring with a selection of sakura blossom and strawberry-themed treats.

The Westin Yokohama
4-2-8 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama 220-0012, Japan

For reservations and enquiries, visit the property’s official website.

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