The Peninsula Academy Programs at The Peninsula Tokyo

Originally introduced at The Peninsula Hong Kong in 1997 to give guests an insight into Hong

Kong's unique melding of Eastern culture and Western style, the highly popular program has now

been expanded to incorporate the group’s nine hotels in Asia and the USA.

The Peninsula Academy learning and activity program was created to give guests a personalized

introduction to key aspects of each Peninsula location’s culture, history, heritage, lifestyle, cuisine,

arts and so much more, through individualized classes, tours and activities, all presented from a

local perspective.

Younger guests are not forgotten either, with the introduction of a new Kids’ Academy to give a fun

insight into the various Peninsula destinations.

Available at The Peninsula Tokyo, staying guests may reserve these unique cultural programs 48-

hours in advance with the Concierge subject to availability. All prices are in Japanese Yen, inclusive

of tax and are subject to a 10% service charge. Prices are subject to change without notice.

The Imperial Palace Tour

Conducted by the Imperial Household Agency, participants take a weekday public morning tour of

the Imperial Palace grounds on the former site of Edo Castle used to be occupied by the Tokugawa

Shogunate. Chauffeured in The Peninsula’s customized Rolls-Royce or BMW, and accompanied by

a hotel escort, participants arrive at the Kikyo-mon Gate for the two-kilometer (1.2 m), 75-minute

official excursion that introduces centuries-old stone castle keeps and various ceremonial halls used

by the Imperial Family today. Participants learn about some of the history behind the Imperial

Palace, its gardens, and the modern-revivalist buildings used today by the Imperial Family for state

visits and other ceremonies. The public tour does not include viewings of building interiors.

Afterwards, participants return to the hotel to enjoy a lunch of refined Japanese cuisine at Kyoto

Tsuruya serving Japanese kaiseki and tempura in a contemporary atmosphere.

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The Peninsula Academy Imperial Palace Tour is available on weekdays only for a maximum of two

people. The program requires ten-days’ advance reservation. The price is JPY 24,000 per person,

includes consumption tax, and is subject to a 10% service charge. The price is for transportation and

lunch only. The hotel escort is complimentary with this program only, and there is no charge for the

tour, as it is open to the public.

The Imperial Palace Jogging Course Program

Conducted by a Peninsula Tokyo personal trainer, participants begin with a 10-minute warm up and

stretching session at the starting point of the Imperial Palace jogging course prior to setting out on a

5 km / 3.1 m jog around one of Tokyo’s most historical sites. Upon completing the course,

participants return to the hotel’s swimming pool area accompanied by the personal trainer for a

private 30-minute cool down stretching session. Guests may then choose to use the 20 m / 65.6 ft

swimming pool with terrace overlooking the Imperial Palace Gardens before enjoying a Naturally

Peninsula Post-Workout Runners Lunch Plate at The Spa dining area or in the privacy of their

guestroom. This low fat and high protein lunch plate includes a fruit salad with natural yogurt,

granola bar with stewed apricots and prunes, minced chicken and tofu burger with teriyaki sauce,

red onions, lettuce and cottage cheese, and a low fat banana energy smoothie. The Imperial Palace

Jogging Course Program is available daily to staying and non-staying guests from 7:30 am to 3:00

pm for a maximum of two people per session. The program requires 48-hours’ advance reservation

and cancellations must be made at least 24-hours ahead of the scheduled date, or the full charge will

apply. The price is JPY 20,000 per person, and includes consumption tax and service charge. The

price does not include jogging gear and the minimum required age is 16.

The Art of Hospitality Program

A Peninsula customized Rolls-Royce will take participants a short distance from the hotel to the

Kyu Asakura House and the Art Front Gallery where they will be greeted by an English-speaking

tour guide. This unique tour of two of Tokyo’s best kept art secrets is exclusively available to guests

staying at The Peninsula Tokyo.

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Built in 1919 and reminiscent of the Taisho era, participants will be offered a personalized tour of

the Kyu Asakura House, a historic and cultural landmark recognized by the Ministry of Education,

Science and Culture. With its traditional Japanese architecture, interior design and gardens,

participants will feel as if they stepped back in time in the heart of Tokyo. Upon completing the tour,

participants will enjoy an exclusive viewing of the Art Front Gallery’s Japanese contemporary art

collection where they are welcome to make purchases. Located next to the Kyu Asakura House, the

Art Front Gallery is one of Tokyo’s leading art consultancies and is credited for assembling The

Peninsula Tokyo’s art collection comprising of approximately 1,000 pieces and created by more

than 85 artists, mostly Japanese. More can be learned about the hotel’s art collection in the hotel’s

38-page design and art collection brochure, which is provided to each participant or through The

Peninsula Art Walk, a 45-minute virtual walking tour offered on iPods®. Both English and Japanese

versions of this complimentary tour are available at the hotel’s Concierge Desk.

The Art of Hospitality Program is available daily, excluding Mondays to staying guests between

9:30 am to 12:00 pm or from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm for a maximum of two people. The program is 2.5

hours and requires seven-days’ advance reservation. Cancellations must be made at least 24-hours

ahead of the scheduled date, or the full charge will apply. The price is JPY 28,888 for one, JPY

38,888 for two, and includes consumption tax and service charge.

Contemporary Ikebana Flower Arranging Class

Together with The Peninsula florist, try your hand at the disciplined art of Japanese flower

arrangement known as ikebana. Participants will learn about creating shape, line and form, and each

will receive a pair of wide-grip scissors, a basic tool of this ancient aesthetic pursuit. The 90-minute

class begins from 11:00 am on weekdays only and may be booked for two to six persons. The price

is JPY 20,000 per person. Five days minimum advance notice is required and reservations are

subject to availability.

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A Culinary Journey

In one memorable evening, sample the many extraordinary culinary experiences that await you at

The Peninsula Tokyo. Enjoy an appetiser and live music at The Lobby, where the world and Tokyo

meet, followed by a seafood main course of traditional Cantonese cuisine at Hei Fung Terrace and a

meat main course of international fare at Peter located on the hotel’s top floor. The evening ends

sweetly, with dessert and coffee or tea amidst breathtaking views, at Peter or Peter’s modern bar.

The price is JPY 19,200 per person. Wine may be paired for JPY 28,000 per person. Each menu is

prix fixe, although any special dietary needs will be accommodated.

Dim Sum Master Cooking Class

Participants enjoy a glimpse into the complex world of Dim Sum preparation – covering the basic

dough, flavourful fillings, and how to shape these labour-intensive “touches of the heart” that are

among the world’s most beloved Cantonese delicacies. Each participant receives a Peninsula chef’s

apron and enjoys a dim sum luncheon afterwards at Hei Fung Terrace. The two-hour class begins

from 9:00 am and may be booked by a minimum of four people. The price is JPY 13,800 per

person.

Tempura and Sushi Cooking Class

Chef Teruyuki Kojima introduces the fascinating world of Japanese cuisine, with its emphasis on

balance and harmony in flavour, colour, and texture. Participants will learn how to prepare perfect

tempura and two styles of sushi, nigiri and maki, followed by a Japanese lunch. The two-hour class

begins from 9:00 am and may be booked by a minimum of four guests. The price is JPY 25,000 per

person.

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Nojima’s Chocolate Factory

Executive Pastry Chef Shigeru Nojima and his team provide children with a hands-on, behind-the-

scenes introduction to the hotel’s celebrated history of chocolate making at The Peninsula

Chocolatier, located within The Peninsula Boutique and Café. Children will make their own

chocolate creation in this fun-filled program. The 60-minute programme is available for groups of

two to four children aged four to twelve years old. The fee per child is JPY 12,000.

Toyshop Wonderland

Accompanied by the Hotel’s Toy Concierge, children will take a short trip in the hotel’s customised

BMW to a tower of toys in the heart of the city. At Ginza’s Hakuhinkan Toy Park, founded in 1899,

participants will learn about the hottest items and latest gadgets and will be assisted in any

purchases they may wish to make. A complimentary Peninsula Tokyo teddy bear and beverage are

included. The 90-minute program is available for groups of two to four children over the age of

four. The fee per child is JPY 19,500.

For further information or reservations, please contact the Concierge at The Peninsula Tokyo at

(81-3) 6270 2888, e-mail: conciergeptk@peninsula.com or visit peninsula.com.

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About The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH)

Incorporated in 1866 and listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (00045), HSH is the holding company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development and management of prestigious hotel, commercial and residential properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as well as the provision of transport, club management and other services. The hotel portfolio of the Group comprises The Peninsula Hotels in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, Tokyo, Bangkok, Manila and Paris (opening in 2013). The property portfolio of the Group includes The Repulse Bay Complex, The Peak Tower and The Peak Tramways, St. John’s Building, The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and the Thai Country Club in Bangkok, Thailand. For further information, please contact: Mr. Mark K. Kobayashi Regional Director of Communications, Japan The Peninsula Hotels Telephone : (81-3) 6270 2888 Direct : (81-3) 6270 2525 Fax : (81-3) 6270 2608 E-mail : markkobayashi@peninsula.com Website : www.peninsula.com Digital Photo Library : www.peninsula.com/pdl Broadcast Video Library : www.thenewsmarket.com/thepeninsulahotels