Hanes

Chuo-ku, which is unique to New


Hello. I'm the active correspondent Hanes!
Recently, I had the opportunity to work with people who came to Japan for international conferences, and in Chuo-ku, I introduced the Nihonbashi area, Sumida River, izakaya, etc.

In recent years, Tokyo has been attracting more and more attention as a venue for MICE*.
It is also very important to have attractive local resources that encourage participants to come to Japan and the existence of entertainment that does not get tired of staying.
When thinking about such things, the keyword is "unique benew"!
According to data from the Japan Tourism Agency, it is defined as "a tool that creates special feelings and regional characteristics in Historic buildings and public spaces to differentiate cities."

Chuo-ku, where tradition and innovation are fused, has many attractive spots, but what kind of places can you mention as a unique new?
This time, based on the booklet called Tokyo Unique Venues published by Tokyo Metropolitan Government, I would like to consider the charm of Chuo-ku from Unique Venues.

*MICE： Meetings of companies, etc., rewards and training trips (Incentive Travel) conducted by companies, international conferences (conventions) held by international organizations, organizations, academic societies, exhibitions, trade fairs, and events (exhibitions) ― The Japan Tourism Agency “Promotion of Attracting and Holding MICE”.

Tokyo Unique Venues

This booklet introduces unique news of metropolitan facilities and private facilities for each genre.
Tokyo Metropolitan facilities include gardens, museums, aquariums, important cultural properties (buildings), and observation deck.
The genres of private facilities include museums, halls and theaters, shrines and temples, shopping streets, outdoor spaces, aquariums, theme parks, important cultural properties (buildings), observation deck, galleries and event spaces.

The spots in Chuo-ku included in these are as follows.
[Tokyo Metropolitan Facilities - Garden] Hamarikyu Onshi Garden
[Private Facilities - Halls and Theaters] Kanze Noh Theater
[Private Facilities - Outdoor Space] The Forest of Fukutoku

Then, I will briefly introduce one by one, including the attractiveness of those facilities.

Hamarikyu Onshi Garden

Hamarikyu Onshi Garden Chuo-ku seen in unique Benew.


It was introduced to provide "special time", and the features mentioned are as follows.

・Tokugawa Shogun's family
・Beautiful scenery of the four seasons
・The contrast between traditional beauty and urban high-rise buildings is unique to Tokyo.
・A historic garden with a nice view of a teahouse

In English, there was also a description of good access from international conference halls and hotels in Tokyo.

Kanze Noh Theater

The Kanze Noh Theater Unique Be New Chuo-ku


The points of this facility, which was introduced as "inviting to an extraordinary world", are as follows.

・Located in GINZA SIX, a new attraction in Ginza.
・It is possible to combine authentic Noh performances, lectures on tradition, and parties in the lobby.

Certainly, a complex like GINZA SIX requires only one place for events, meals, shopping, etc., so it saves the hassle of moving and is efficient.♪

The Forest of Fukutoku

Fukutoku no Mori Unique Benew Chuo-ku


This is the feature of Fukutoku no Mori, which creates an unforgettable moment in Tokyo.

・Located in Nihonbashi, the birthplace of Edo culture.
・Fukutoku Shrine in the valley of the building
・In the 300m2 outdoor event space surrounded by greenery, welcome reception and sake tasting are possible.

I've been to events held in the event space of Fukutoku no Mori several times, but there is also such a business use method!

Yeah

What did you think about the three unique Benews introduced this time?
When I first saw this booklet, regardless of the facilities in Chuo-ku, "Oh, why here? I got the impression that I was surprised!
I thought that if there were tools to differentiate cities, there would be options such as Tsukiji Outer Market and Kabukiza.

However, I changed my mind when I saw a facility selected as Unique Benew.
Tourists who visit Japan, even if they are tired, usually meet in the town.
However, for those who came to Japan or visited Tokyo for business at the end of their long journey, it would be two birds with one stone if they could experience the culture and charm unique to the city while holding a reception or party at one place with high transportation convenience!

Even if you participate in a symposium or seminar on a domestic business trip, if the schedule is tight later, you will be forced to leave for the next destination without having to go sightseeing around the destination.
Considering such a situation, I thought that there was a great place where people could work and sightseeing efficiently, even though it was not the royal road tourist destination.

I don't think there are many opportunities to interact with those who usually come for business purposes, but some tourists may be interested in such facilities.
In such a case, it would be nice if you could refer to the facilities that have the unique traditions, innovations, and access of Chuo-ku for reference.♪