This year on June 5th, the Keio Plaza Hotel celebrated its 40th anniversary. Four decades ago when it first opened, it was the tallest hotel in Japan, built with the best architectural and design technology then available. This year, on March 11th, the Great East Japan Earthquake hit the nation. Even in Tokyo, far away from the hypocenter, the effects were enormous. The hotel is relieved to be able to report that no guests or employees were injured, and the hotel's buildings remained completely intact.
On the day of the earthquake, many were stranded throughout the city. Aware of its mission to serve as "plaza" for people to gather, a banquet hall was opened as a place of rest for approx. 1,600 members of the general public. Now, eight months after the tragedy, the bustle of Tokyo is returning, and summer firework festivals are lighting up the urban nighttime as usual. Guests have been able to take in the splendid sight of fireworks against the city's nightscape while enjoying cocktails at the Aurora Lounge on the 45th floor.
Built as a sturdy structure with a safe design, the Keio Plaza Hotel has external emergency stairways on both sides. It is possible to move rapidly from every guestroom to an escape route designated carefully for the safest possible emergency evacuation. The hotel's plans also facilitate rapid disaster response.
Thanks to heartfelt aid from across the globe, the hard-hit areas of Japan are on their way to recovery. We hereby express our sincere gratitude to all those from around the world who have kept Japan in their hearts. The Keio Plaza Hotel continues to operate as usual, providing the best safety and comfort possible, and all staff members are determined to serve you even better in the years to come.

Renowned for its pristine white works vibrating with strains of red, indigo, and green, Arita is the oldest school of porcelain of Japan. Also known as Imari, this school was founded in southern Japan in the early 17th century. Many works of this school were later exported, to be cherished by aristocrats and members of royal families throughout Europe and the Islamic world.
From July 1st through 31st, the Keio Plaza Hotel held its annual exhibition of works of this school, titled "the Arita/Imari Porcelain Summer Festival—Pleasant Breezes, Colorful Dishes." This year's exhibition was the 31st such event, and fine porcelain works and special foods were on display and available for purchase.
Numerous examples of Arita/Imari mastery were to be found in the hotel's lobby and other public spaces. Some 200 fuurin wind chimes, both large and small, made from Imari porcelain brought relief from the summer heat with their appealing forms and soothing tones. Suggestions for table and tableware coordination featuring Imari works were provided. Five hotel restaurants and lounges offered special menus served in Arita/Imari porcelain works. On July 10th and 11th, a special event allowed participants to try their hands at making hashioki-chopstick rests, from ceramics. Afterwards, they savored a special lunch prepared by the hotel's grand chef.
These hotel festivals present a perfect way for guests and visitors alike to experience the aesthetic joys of this school, which represents one of the towering traditions of Japanese porcelain. A kaleidoscope of other events brings alive the traditional arts of Japan and gathers together craftworks from different regions of the nation. Be sure to ask about the latest events when visiting the hotel.

As its name suggests, a drugstore carries pharmaceuticals. Yet in Japan, this is only the tip of the iceberg—from detergents, cleaning tools, and other articles of everyday use to cosmetics, esthetic and body-care items, and instant food, drugstores are popular destinations for many reasons. In Japan, drugstores are often located inside and around terminal railroad stations, and they are popular among people of all ages when the need arises.
Some drugstores frequently sell the most popular brands of cosmetics at some 20% off the regular prices. For this reason, many tourists from outside Japan have begun to buy souvenirs at these shops. Drugstores come in all sizes and can be found in a surprising number of places. Those located at railroad stations and on commercial streets are typically small and mainly carry pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, while it is more common for suburban drugstores to be larger and carry a greater diversity of items, sometimes even including fresh foods. Some very large drugstores near tourist spots or in major cities employ staff who speak English, Chinese, and other languages, and credit cards are usually accepted.

Monjya-yaki is a kind of pan-fried batter mixed with tangy sauce, water, flour, finely chopped cabbage and any preferred ingredients like seafood, meat, cheese, etc. This aromatic food fresh off the hotplate has been highly popular among the common people of Tokyo more than two centuries. In the days following World War II, monja-yaki served as a simple snack for children, made only with flour and Worcestershire sauce. Later, more ingredients were added for complex flavors, culminating in today's monja-yaki, which includes dozens of varieties, from curry to consomme.
At a monja-yaki restaurant, each table has a built-in hot iron plate, allowing customers to craft this distinctive cuisine to their own tastes. The fun of monja-yaki lies in being able to choose the ingredients, as well as the changes in texture that the food undergoes during cooking. When you have found the proper formula, shallow-fry the entire mixture in the center of the table, and enjoy it while it's piping hot. Today, Tokyo's Tsukishima district is home to some 60 monja-yaki restaurants, while Asakusa has also gained fame for this dish.

Business Hours:
Breakfast: 7:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M.
Lunch: 11:45 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Dinner (weekdays): 5:30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M.
181 seats in all
Prices (for one adult)
Breakfast: 2,900 yen
Lunch: 3,500 yen - 3,900 yen
Dinner: 5,400 yen - 6,400 yen
* Prices and business hours vary depending on the day of the week.
*Different prices apply to children and senior customers.
*Advance reservation is recommended.

At Super Buffet Glass Court, some 70 different types of food from around the world are always on offer, from appetizers, seafood, and meats to pastas, Asian noodles, and desserts. Chefs cook roast beef and other delicacies before the diners' eyes in the "live kitchen," and the buffet is always a favorite. Seasonal events, such as the Halloween Fair which will be held on the last weekend of October this year, make for a lively atmosphere. With seasonal changes to the menu and frequent daily specials, you can always find something new at Glass Court.
Says Takashi Isawa, supervisor of the buffet, "We are insistent on using the very best foods and providing the friendliest possible service, and we make sure that all of our diners feel at home. Come with someone special, or simply stop by alone to savor our offerings. Glass Court is a place where you can enjoy the culinary art to your heart's content, and you are sure to leave refreshed and revitalized. Come to just look at the dishes, and I am sure you will find something you love!"

Among the foods most representative of autumn in Japan, the chestnut is particularly popular for its taste and texture. Signs that people in Japan cultivated chestnut trees, Castanea crenata, have been found at ruins dating back some 5,000 years, testifying to the antiquity of this food.
The Japanese chestnut is larger in size than other chestnuts and has higher water content. Also this viscous taste and elegant flavor is suitable for cooking and used for Japanese cuisine such as kannro-ni (sweetend chestnuts), kuri-kinton (kanro-ni covered with pureed sweet potato), and the most beloved food kuri-gohan (rice with chestnuts flavored with soy sauce or salt). Also, its fine flavor and sweetness go well with Japanese sweets, such as kuri-yokan (bean jelly with chestnuts) and kuri-kanoko (chestnut covered with pureed chestnut).
In addition to their delicious taste, chestnuts may offer many health benefits. They are full of dietary fiber as well as potassium, which is considered to be effective in preventing hypertension and arterial sclerosis. Some restaurants at the Keio Plaza Hotel are offering dishes featuring chestnuts this fall, and you are cordially invited to visit and experience their distinctive taste for yourself.

Special Room Rates for EIC Members
Customers staying with us at EIC member rates will be entitled to many special services and privileges, including use of The Club Lounge, free breakfast, and free extension of checkout time to 3:00 P.M.

Fall is the season of the harvest, when the abundance of Mother Nature is most apparent. After the scorching summer, pleasant winds and clear skies make this season a particular favorite one in Japan. Many Japanese phrases contain "—no aki" (meaning "fall, the season of—"). For gourmets, it might be minori no aki or shokuyoku no aki ("fall, the best season of the harvest and the appetite"). Along with the freshest batch of rice, foodstuffs such as eggplants, saury fish, and mushrooms appear on dinner tables. The gentle weather of the season is reflected in phrases such as sports no aki and koraku no aki ("fall, the season of athletic activities and outdoor fun.") Yet another common phrase is dokusho no aki ("fall, the season of reading"), since the long nights of autumn are conducive to intellectual activities. Similarly, during geijutsu no aki ("fall, the season of the arts"), numerous educational institutions hold cultural festivals, while new operas, ballets, and dramas are put on by the New National Theatre, Tokyo. All of this and more awaits you in Tokyo this fall.

In gratitude for your patronage, the Keio Plaza Hotel is pleased to offer a special promotional rate denominated in U.S. dollars for a limited time. Available only during the above dates, the special rate offers savings over even the EIC member rate. We invite all EIC members to visit the Keio Plaza Hotel and take advantage of this occasion. Special Promotional Rate   Special Promotional Rate EIC Member Rate Type of Room Single Double/Twin Single Double/Twin Standard (Remodeled) US$220 US$270 ¥25,600 ¥30,200 (¥16,940) (¥20,790) (US$332) (US$392) Plaza Comfort US$250 US$300 ¥26,100 ¥30,800 (¥19,250) (¥23,100) (US$338) (US$400) Plaza Premier US$280 US$330 ¥28,400 ¥33,300 (¥21,560) (¥25,410 ) (US$368) (US$432) * As the table shows, while the EIC member rate is set in Japanese yen, the special promotional rate is denominated in US dollars. Guests can pay both rates in either the dollar or the yen. Please note that the applicable exchange rate will be the rate indicated at our Front Cashier on the day of your check-in. * In the table above, the values in “( )” were calculated using an exchange rate of US$1 = ¥77. Such figures are hypothetical examples that are only meant to provide a rough idea of current rates, and they are neither binding nor official hotel rates. * The rates indicated include room fees, breakfast, service charge, consumption tax, and accommodation tax. * A guest staying at a special promotional rate at left is entitled to the following: 1) Breakfast from a choice of three restaurants 2) Use of The Club Lounge (Coffee, tea, and other amenities are available.) * Free for guests staying at above special rates; 2,000 JPY per person for their guests. 3) Late check-out (until 3 P. M.) possible upon request, subject to availability.

The Business Center's business hours Monday through Friday: 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. * The coin-operated PCs at the entrance to the Center are available 24 hours per day. Please help yourself. * The Center offers the following pay services, among others: 1. Photocopies (monochrome and full-color) 2. Fax transmission 3. Rental cellular phones 4. Arrangement of interpretation and translation services 5. Typing 6. Arrangement of international delivery service 7. Internet connection 8. Business card printing

By enrolling in the Executive International Club, you will be eligible to receive a variety of special services and discounts reserved exclusively for EIC members. We cordially invite all members of the Executive International Club to stay with us and experience these advantages.

·	Free use of The Club Lounge, exclusively reserved for EIC members
·	Extended late check-out until 3:00 P.M. upon request (subject to availability)
·	Early check-in at 11:00 A.M. upon request (subject to availability)
·	Priority room reservations
·	Frequent flyer mileage points with our 15 participating airline partners

ALASKA AIRLINES		500 miles per stay
AMERICAN AIRLINES		500 miles per stay
ANA (ALL NIPPON AIRWAYS)		500 miles per stay
ASIA MILES		500 miles per stay
BRITISH AIRWAYS		500 miles per stay
FLYING BLUE (AIR FRANCE/KLM)		500 miles per stay
JAPAN AIRLINES		500 miles per stay
JET AIRWAYS		500 miles per stay
KOREAN AIRLINES		500 miles per stay
SINGAPORE AIRLINES		500 miles per stay
MALAYSIA AIRLINES		600 miles per stay
QANTAS		1,000 miles per stay
UNITED		500 miles per stay
VARIG BRAZIL		1,000 miles per stay
VIRGIN ATLANTIC		750 miles per stay

The Keio Plaza Hotel is a member of Summit Hotels & Resorts, an international luxury hotel group. To make your next reservation with us, please contact phone numbers below.

*	Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Tel: +81-3-5322-8000 Fax: +81-3-3345-8269
*	Los Angeles Office Toll free: +1-800-222-5346
*	Online Reservations http://www.keioplaza.com
*	Summit Hotels & Resorts United States (toll free): +1-800-457-4000 China / Hong Kong: +852-2965-1902 United Kingdom (toll free): +0800-55-65-55 Brazil (toll free): +0800-55-1821 Australia (toll free) +1-800-801-855