In a celebration of Janu Tokyo’s first anniversary, the visionary hotel will play host to a special collaboration combining the disciplines of gastronomy and art from 15 March – 11 May 2025. Coinciding with contemporary artist Tomokazu Matsuyama’s first solo exhibition in Tokyo, at nearby Azabudai Hills Gallery, the partnership introduces Afternoon Tea with Art. A collection of sweet and savoury treats, served at the Janu Lounge & Garden Terrace, the afternoon tea is inspired by Matsuyama’s latest series ‘FIRST LAST.’ As part of the joint venture, all hotel guests will receive complimentary tickets to Matsuyama’s exhibition during their stay, along with an exclusive opportunity to purchase one of 30 limited-edition prints of his new work, Nice Quiet Hot Tears, at Janu Tokyo’s boutique.
Unique in flavour and aesthetic, each piece of the afternoon tea will be embellished with intricate, symbolistic imagery drawn from works of the ‘FIRST LAST’ exhibition. The first and third tiers take inspiration from works such as Passage Immortalitas, while the second tier incorporates elements of his abstract painting Keep Fishin’ For Twilight, which evokes the imagery of a thousand origami cranes.
Crafted by Janu Tokyo Pastry Chef, Yukie Noguchi, the curated Afternoon Tea with Art highlights include a New York cheesecake with white chocolate, the signature ‘Januron’ macaron and a Sakura and berry mousse with seasonal fruit. Meanwhile, savoury options range from a roast beef open sandwich, with the beef sourced from Matsuyama’s hometown in the Gifu Prefecture, as well as salmon mousse with a vegetable mille-feuille and bouillabaisse jelly with caviar. Plain and cherry scones complete the selection, served with soya bean whipped cream, koji syrup and strawberry jam.
“At Janu Tokyo, we strive to inspire our guests through art, culture, wellbeing, and gastronomy," said Janu Tokyo’s General Manager, Noriko Tanaka. “It is an honour to bring this concept to life, as part of our first anniversary celebrations, in partnership with Tomokazu Matsuyama, a next generation Japanese artist who shares our values and that of our dynamic neighbourhood, Azabudai Hills.”
From 15 March – 11 May 2025, Janu Tokyo will showcase a selection of Matsuyama’s pieces throughout the hotel, with a book by the artist placed in every guestroom. In addition to complimentary tickets for guests to visit the show, those staying at Janu Tokyo will have the exclusive opportunity to purchase one of 30 limited edition prints of his new work, Nice Quiet Hot Tears, at the on-property boutique. Running alongside the ‘FIRST LAST’ exhibition, at the Azabudai Hills Gallery, visitors to Janu Tokyo will enjoy a complimentary welcome drink on presentation of their ticket when dining at any of Janu Tokyo’s six restaurants.
Commenting on the collaboration Tomokazu Matsuyama said “As a long-time admirer of Aman, I am thrilled to collaborate with Janu Tokyo, the first property from its dynamic sibling brand. With my works displayed within the hotel as well as in the spaces just outside, I look forward to immersing guests in artistic unity during their time in Azabudai Hills.”
