Tokyo Bay Exclusive Gourmet Cruise: Wagyu Edition

When most people picture a Tokyo Bay cruise, they think of sunset views and champagne toasts. But the Tokyo Bay Exclusive Gourmet Cruise - coordinated by TOKI and supported by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau - takes things to another level entirely. This is not just a sightseeing trip; it’s a semi-private floating fine dining experience aboard a refined yakatabune (traditional Japanese houseboat) reimagined with contemporary elegance.

Elegant counter seating aboard a luxury yakatabune for Tokyo Bay Exclusive Gourmet Cruise, where skilled chefs prepare fresh seasonal dishes as guests enjoy serene waterfront views

A Line-Up of Culinary Legends

Across three exclusive editions, this intimate cruise has welcomed some of Japan’s most celebrated chefs:

• Ginza Shinohara - Exquisite, artfully crafted kaiseki

• Sushi Namba - Masterful sushi precision

• Nikuya Tanaka - Legendary Wagyu craftsmanship

For the latest voyage, I joined the Wagyu Edition helmed by Satoru Tanaka, a titan in Japan’s beef world. On board, the spotlight shone on two exceptional long-raised cattle: 60-month female Matsuzaka beef and 48-month female Kobe beef - both revered for their marbling, depth of flavour, and melt-in-the-mouth texture.

Standout Dishes on the Water

The line-up was a testament to Tanaka’s artistry, paired with the shimmering backdrop of Tokyo’s night skyline:

• Wagyu Roll: Raw Matsuzaka beef marinated in kelp, wrapped with flounder sashimi from Aomori.

• Chateaubriand Sukiyaki: Unbelievably tender, luxuriously rich, and perfectly balanced.

• Matsuzaka Beef Stick Sushi: A decadent reinterpretation of sushi.

• Matsuzaka Beef Tempura: Crisp on the outside, juicy within.

Each dish celebrated premium Japanese ingredients with meticulous preparation and an attention to detail that rivalled any Michelin-starred dining room - only here, the city’s glittering skyline floated past your window.

City lights meet moonlit waters aboard a glowing yakatabune on Tokyo Bay

One-of-a-Kind Experience at Tokyo Bay Exclusive Gourmet Cruise

This is a by-inquiry-only event with limited seating, designed for those seeking one-of-a-kind culinary moments in Tokyo. Whether you are a devoted gourmet traveller or a Wagyu aficionado, this cruise delivers not just flavour, but a memory you will carry long after the plates are cleared.

Available by request → @toki.tokyo

Tokyo’s Most Extravagant Breakfast: The Legendary Kurogi Morning Omakase

A lavish presentation of all-you-can-eat caviar

Previously reserved exclusively for regulars on Saturday mornings (and booked out a year in advance!), Kurogi’s legendary “Breakfast Omakase” is now available to the public via OMAKASE on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Starting at 9:30AM and wrapping up by 11AM, this 90-minute morning feast is the most extravagant way to start your day in Tokyo.

The undisputed highlight is the Caviar & Butter Toast - freshly baked bread from Ginza Nishikawa, topped with unlimited Échiré butter and caviar (!!). For the ultimate luxe sandwich, add sweet dashimaki tamago (rolled omelette), house-made tartar sauce, and tender wagyu slices.

You get to choose from six types of premium eggs, which can be served raw on rice as tamago-kake-gohan (egg over rice), boiled, or as a fluffy rolled omelette. The rice is cooked in donabe clay pots, featuring two prized varieties: “Ryu no Hitomi” from Gifu, known for its glossy grains and subtle sweetness, and “Yumegokochi” from Kyoto, prized for its fluffy texture and aroma.

A selection of six different types of eggs on display

The menu also includes dishes like handmade tofu, chilled kamonasu eggplant, octopus and mozuku seaweed, hearty nikujaga meat and potato stew, grilled seasonal fish, and a comforting miso soup with giant shijimi clams from Hokkaido.

A display of three types of fish - salmon, sandfish and horse mackerel

Most dishes - except raw items and soup - can be taken home, so you can enjoy this luxurious feast at your own pace. If you’ve been dreaming of a breakfast that blends luxury and tradition, now’s your chance - but book soon, as spots are limited!

The ultimate luxe breakfast sandwich, featuring unlimited caviar, sweet dashimaki tamago, house-made tartar sauce and roasted wagyu chateaubriand

Pokémon x Grand Hyatt Tokyo Summer Collaboration

Calling all Pokémon lovers! Grand Hyatt Tokyo has launched the ultimate summer collaboration - a luxury Pokémon-themed experience featuring immersive stay packages, gourmet burgers, dreamy desserts, and adorable exclusive merch, available from today through August. Whether you're travelling with kids or just a lifelong fan like myself, this is one of the most adorable pop-ups of the season.

Pokémon-Themed Stay Packages

Pokémon-Themed Stay Packages are now available at Grand Hyatt Tokyo, running from June 20 to August 31, 2025. The Pokémon Beach Resort Suite Stay offers a luxurious 120m² Chairman Suite styled like a tropical hideaway, complete with giant Lapras and Snorlax plushies, themed meals (like the Bulbasaur tropical burger and Pikachu fruit pancakes), and exclusive take-home goods including plushies and Pokémon collab items. For a more accessible option, the Pokémon Beach Resort Stay includes a 42m² room with summery decor, a mini Lapras plushie, a buffet breakfast with Pikachu pancakes, and special gifts.

Credit: Grand Hyatt Tokyo ©Pokémon. ©Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc.

Pokémon-Inspired Food & Dining

There are plenty of Pokémon inspired dining options at Grand Hyatt Tokyo this summer as well - and you don’t need to be a hotel guest to enjoy them. From playful burgers to giftable sweets, this collaboration is packed with fun seasonal treats. Our picks:

• The Oak Door: Bulbasaur Tropical Burger Set (¥6,600) - A juicy beef patty, smoky pork shoulder, and grilled pineapple come together inside in-house made green buns for a tropical Pokémon feast.

• Fiorentina: Squirtle Ricotta Cheese Tart Set (¥3,520) - Smooth and creamy ricotta tart served with a vibrant coloured Piplup Blue Soda.

• Fiorentina Pastry Boutique: Pokémon Summer Sweets Selection Box (¥5,940) - A colourful assortment of tropical sweets in a Pikachu box, complete with an exclusive tote bag.

The Bulbasaur Tropical Burger Set

This Pokémon collaboration offers a refreshing blend of nostalgia and creativity - a chance to enjoy playful flavours and thoughtful design, all set within the luxury of Grand Hyatt Tokyo! Find out more information here.