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Valentine's Day in Tokyo 2023: A Sweet Paradise With Chocolate From Over 100 Brands!

Valentine's Day in Tokyo 2023: A Sweet Paradise With Chocolate From Over 100 Brands!

Date published: 8 February 2023

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, love is in the air in Tokyo, and so is the seductive scent of rich, delicious Valentine's Day chocolates.

This year, celebrate your special someone with a romantic dinner and a themed hotel getaway. Or, head to some chocolate tasting or an afternoon of tea with some friends!

In Tokyo, you'll find plenty of Valentine-themed dining and shopping to add a little touch of romance to your life.

Lindt Happiness Garden 2023 Omotesando: Limited-Edition Valentine's Day Delights

Lindt Happiness Garden 2023 is a limited-time shopping event in the center of Omotesando, featuring a fabulous flower garden, and Lindt's brand-new Valentine Collection 2023.

From February 2-14, you can shop Lindt's signature Lindor products and limited-edition specials in this relaxing, healing space surrounded by flowers and chocolates and complete with a photo spot to commemorate your special date. The first 2,000 customers to spend at least 4,500 yen (tax included) in-store will also receive an adorable limited-edition Lindor Flower, only available here.

Valentine's Day Limited Seasonal 'Strawberry Bouquet Hot Chocolate Drink'
This delightful drink is designed in the image of a rose bouquet. Made with Lindt 70% Dark Chocolate and a sweet-and-tart strawberry puree, it is topped with individually hand-cut petals and chocolate as a finishing touch.

Seasonal Limited Edition Lindor Valentine's Day Chocolates
You can also purchase this year's Limited-Edition Lindor Chocolates: 'Heart', 'Valentine's Day', and 'Dark Strawberry'. All are available as PICK & MIX purchases, where you can buy your favorite chocolates by weight.

  • Lindt Chocolat Boutique & Cafe Omotesando Flagship
    リンツ ショコラ ブティック&カフェ 表参道 フラッグシップ
    • Address Lindt Chocolat Boutique & Cafe Omotesando Flagship, 4-11-6 Jingumae Omotesando Chiyoda Bldg. 1F, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0001
    • Phone Number 03-3423-2200
    • Lindt Happiness Garden Omotesando
      Period: February 2-14, 2023
      Hours: 10:00AM-9:00PM (L.O. 8:30PM)
      Official Website: https://www.lindt.jp/

Chocolate Paradise 2023: A Unique Valentine's Day Chocolate Tasting Experience

This Valentine's Day, the Seibu Ikebukuro main branch will hold a 2-week-long event, 'Chocolate Paradise 2023', featuring demonstrations, tastings, and of course, boxed chocolates, all centered on the event's theme of "tasting unique cacao".

This event has quite an extensive selection from nearly 105 brands, which is way more than we can possibly introduce here. So here are some highlights!

At the eat-in, treat yourself to an indulgently rich chocolate soft-serve or a cocoa parfait. You can also try Godiva's Cacao Fruit Juice, a sweet and tart drink made from squeezed cacao pulp.

Godiva Cacao Fruit Juice (643 yen)
Godiva Cacao Fruit Juice (643 yen)

Chocolate Boxes to Gift Your Friends, Family, or Yourself
Of course, there are also plenty of boxed chocolates you can buy as gifts for your partner, your friends, or even yourself.

For something sweet and sensual, consider one of the high-end options, such as Bulgari Il Chocolat San Valentino 2023 (5,201 yen / 4 pc), Ivan Valentin Truffles (6,954 yen / 12pc), or the Pascal Le Gack Bonbon Chocolat Assortment (2,808 yen / 6pc).

For something more lighthearted and playful, opt for one of the fun collaborations like Godiva's Atsumare Animal Crossing Assortment (3,240 yen / 9pc) or the Pokemon meets Merry Chocolate Assortment Box (2,160 yen / 12pc).

(Left) Bulgari Il Chocolat San Valentino 2023 (5,201 yen / 4 pc) / (Right) Atsumare Animal Crossing Assortment (3,240 yen / 9pc)
(Left) Bulgari Il Chocolat San Valentino 2023 (5,201 yen / 4 pc) / (Right) Atsumare Animal Crossing Assortment (3,240 yen / 9pc)

Chocolate Paradise 2023
Period: January 31 - February 14, 2023
Address:
Seibu Ikebukuro Main Store 7F Event Hall (South)
1-28-1 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 171-8569
Hours: 10:00AM-9:00PM (Open till 10:00PM on Sundays and holidays)
Phone: 03-3981-0111

Official Website: https://www.sogo-seibu.jp/ikebukuro/

  • SEIBU IKEBUKURO
    SEIBU IKEBUKURO
    西武池袋本店
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    • Address 1-28-1 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, 171-8569
    • Nearest Station Ikebukuro Station (JR Shonan Shinjuku Line / JR Yamanote Line / JR Saikyo Line / Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line / Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line / Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line / Seibu Ikebukuro Line / Tobu Tojo Line)
    • Phone Number 03-3981-0111

ART AQUARIUM MUSEUM GINZA: Enjoy Art and Chocolates at this Art Aquarium Valentine's Day Event

ART AQUARIUM MUSEUM GINZA is releasing a limited amount of special pair tickets for Valentine's Day until February 15. This special ticket set includes two admission tickets for the Art Aquarium and a box of the museum's signature Goldfish Chocolates for only 6,000 yen (Regular price: 4,600 yen admission for two + 2,500 yen chocolate box).

Enjoy artistic exhibitions such as the rose-and-heart-studded Valentine's Lanternium and the illuminated aquariums of the Light Lanternium. This display features live rare goldfish inhabiting a total of 14 aquariums, with enlarging lenses that let you watch them swim up close.

Purchase your Valentine's Pair Tickets online or in person at Chocolatier Palet D'or Ginza. Chocolatier Palet D'or is a specialty shop featuring homemade chocolates by award-winning chocolatier, Shunsuke Saegusa, whose high-end chocolate creations have attracted attention from all around the world. (Limited quantities available)

Valentine's Day Limited Pair Tickets + Goldfish Chocolates
Period: Jan. 23-Feb. 15, 2023
Price: 6,000 yen (tax included)
Contents: 2 admission tickets to ART AQUARIUM MUSEUM GINZA / Chocolatier Palet D'or Chocolate Poisson Rouge Goldfish Chocolates

  • ART AQUARIUM MUSEUM GINZA
    アートアクアリウム美術館 GINZA
    • Address 4-6-16 Ginza, Ginza Mitsukoshi New Building 9F, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-8212
    • Phone Number 03-6693-5788
    • Hours: 10:00AM-7:00PM
      Phone: 03-6693-5788
      Official Website: http://artaquarium.jp/

  • Chocolatier Palet D'or Ginza
    ショコラティエ パレ ド オール 銀座
    • Address 5-7-10 Ginza EXITMELSA 1F, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 104-0061
    • Phone Number 03-5962-8787
    • Hours: 11:00AM-8:00PM
      Official Website: https://www.palet-dor.com

Roppongi Hotel S: An Elegant Afternoon Tea Party in your Own Private Space

Roppongi Hotel S is a designer concept hotel featuring unique themed rooms that encapsulate the brand's vision of an 'urban hideout'. This year, they are also offering a special, limited-time-only accommodation plan where you and your sweetheart can celebrate Valentine's Day in lavish luxury.

'Adult Afternoon Tea' is a special accommodation plan that includes six varieties of black tea and a glamorous box of glittering sweets designed in the image of a jewelry box that's almost too pretty to eat. The tea and sweets are delivered directly to your room, so you can enjoy a romantic Valentine's Day tea party in the comfort and privacy of your own room.

Adult Afternoon Tea Accommodation Plan
Period: February 1-14, 2023 (Limited to 3 groups per day)
Price: 3,300 yen (for 2 guests, tax included)
Contents: 6 varieties of black tea / 9 mini sweets / chocolate jewelry box
Booking: Advance reservations via phone or Instagram; same day check-in subject to availability

  • Roppongi Hotel S
    • Address Minato-ku, Nishiazabu 1-11-6, Tokyo, 106-0031
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    • Nearest Station Nogizaka Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
      13 minutes on foot

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THE LIVELY Tokyo Azabujuban: Celebrate Valentine's Day & White Day with Exquisite French Sweets and Tea

Lifestyle hotel THE LIVELY Tokyo Azabu-Juban is also offering a limited-time Valentine's Day Afternoon Tea Plan. One of the perks of this plan is the extended period, which lasts from February 1 until March 15, allowing you the option to celebrate your romance with a hotel stay for Valentine's Day, White Day, or both.

THE LIVELY's Afternoon Tea Plan is a seasonal collaboration with Azabu-Juban's popular French confectionery shop, Le Pommier. This collaboration features eye-catching, bright red heart chocolates, melt-in-your-mouth shortcakes, fresh vanilla macarons, and relaxing afternoon tea.

Valentine's Day Afternoon Tea Accommodation Plan
Period: February 1 - March 15, 2023
Price: From 27,740 yen (per room, per couple / tax included)
Contents: Heart Petit Gateau, Strawberry Shortcake, Vanilla Macaron, Diamant Chocolat Cookie, 3 varieties of specially-selected teas / *Sparkling wine available for additional 3,000 yen (tax included) / (Note: Meals not included in this plan)

Source: PR Times (1, 2, 3, 4, 5)

Written by:
Krys Suzuki
Krys Suzuki

Krys is a 2023 MEXT Research Scholar currently residing in Kyoto, Japan. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in Japanese Translation and Interpretation via the CUNY Baccalaureate Program from Hunter College in New York City. After working as an ALT with the JET Program from 2013-2015, she transitioned to freelance writing and translation in 2016. Since then, Krys has cumulatively translated and/or written about over 200 cities, towns, shrines, shops, and restaurants in various parts of Japan. She also has experience translating articles, manga, and light novels.

*This information is from the time of this article's publication.
*Prices and options mentioned are subject to change.
*Unless stated otherwise, all prices include tax.

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