The Ascott Limited “Ascott Soiree” 3rd installment: Dog-friendly “Dog Flowers” and Spring-themed “Cherry Blossom Flower Box” Sweets Art Experience

【The Ascott Limited】 “Ascott Soiree” Part 3: Sweets Art Experience with Edible Doggie Flowers and a Springtime Cherry Blossom Flower Box ​
The Ascott Limited Press Release: October 30, 2025 “Ascott Soiree” Part 3: Sweets Art Experience with Edible “Dog Flowers” and Spring-Colored “Cherry Blossom Flower Boxes” Enjoy the “Anko no Hana” (Red Bean Paste Flower) Workshop in a suite overlooking the Imperial Palace – Applications open Thursday, October 30, 2025!
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Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo (General Manager: Takuto Yoshida), operated by The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a Singapore-based hospitality group with approximately 1,000 properties in over 230 cities in 40 countries around the world (operating company in Japan: Ascott Japan Co., Ltd., Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Christian Border), will be hosting a sweets art workshop in a suite overlooking the Imperial Palace. This project will feature two themes: “Dog Flowers” that dogs can eat, and “Cherry Blossom Flower Boxes” that will give you a spring feeling. The event is scheduled for a total of four times, with two sessions in January and two in April 2026. Applications will open on Thursday, October 30, 2025. This project is one of the programs that embodies the Ascot brand’s “Art of Living” concept. This year, we are particularly offering special experiences and time that allow you to experience traditional Japanese culture, aesthetic sense, and artisanal techniques. In particular, the “Anko no Hana” workshop, a collaboration with the Wanaha Art Food Association, which is renowned for the beauty and delicate handiwork of its flower-shaped sweets made with red bean paste, is a hugely popular project that sold out immediately the last time it was held. The January 2026 session will feature “Dog Flowers,” where participants will learn how to make sweet treats for their beloved dogs. Using only pet-friendly natural ingredients and natural colors, participants will be able to create cupcakes that look just like their beloved pets. While salt, gluten, sugar, and dairy-free, the treats contain meat* for a flavor that dogs will love. (*If you have a chicken allergy, please let us know in advance on the application form.)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/50125/156/50125-156-ecb1e5ae4aa548858e7d9c9289356640-3900×2928.jpg Third Theme: “Doggy Flower” Cupcakes That Dogs Can Eat (Image) The April theme will be a “Cherry Blossom Flower Box,” featuring cherry blossoms, a fitting motif for spring. The delicate gradations, created using only natural pigments without any artificial coloring, are captivating. Enjoy creating vibrant box-shaped food art in soft colors reminiscent of cherry blossom petals. This experience, with a view of the cherry blossoms at the Imperial Palace, is a special experience unique to this season. Each workshop is limited to a small group of up to four people, and professional instructors provide careful guidance. The workshop is designed to be easy for anyone to participate in, so even beginners can feel at ease.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/50125/156/50125-156-b69b82924756f2637fec2cd686d0dfe8-3900×2928.jpg 4th Theme: “Cherry Blossom Flower Box” with a Cherry Blossom Motif The workshop will be held in a two-bedroom Japanese-Western style room overlooking the Imperial Palace, normally reserved for overnight guests. The bright, open-plan room features a full kitchen and a washer/dryer, allowing you to enjoy a luxurious time where the everyday and the extraordinary intertwine. At the end of the workshop, in addition to the finished work, you will be treated to seasonal Japanese sweets and tea, and you can enjoy a relaxing tea time in a serene space overlooking the Imperial Palace. Enjoy an exclusive experience in a special space that evokes tranquility and greenery, despite being located in the heart of the city. During cherry blossom season, you may even be able to see the cherry blossoms at the Imperial Palace. (Varies depending on the season and room) Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/50125/156/50125-156-539efcb54bc38baca300d6bb030e8085-2100×1400.jpg Two-bedroom Japanese-Western style room with a view of the Imperial Palace (image) ＜Event Overview＞ ■Event Name: Sweets Art Workshop in a Suite Overlooking the Imperial Palace ■Schedule: 3rd Event: Monday, January 12, 2026 (National Holiday) Theme: “Dog Flowers,” Art Food That Dogs Can Eat 4th Event: Sunday, April 12, 2026 Theme: “Cherry Blossom Flower Boxes” to Add Color to Spring *For each day The workshop will be held in two sessions (starting at 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM). *Each session is limited to four participants. *Dogs are not permitted in the workshop. ■ Reservation start date: Thursday, October 30, 2025, 1:00 PM ■ Venue: Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo, two-bedroom Japanese-Western style room with Imperial Palace view Otemachi Park Building, 1-1-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Phone: 03-5208-2001 ■ Facility details and access: https://bit.ly/ascottmarunouchi_access ＜※Directly connected to Otemachi Subway Station, Exit C6a.
Approximately 10 minutes’ walk from Tokyo Station (Marunouchi North Exit) ■Participation Fee: ¥12,000 (tax included) ■How to Apply:
https://www.discoverasr.com/ja/ascott-the-residence/japan/ascott-marunouchi-tokyo/ArtoflivingEdibleFlowerArtwithSweetBeanPaste2026 *Prepayment required, non-refundable, first-come, first-served (registration will close once capacity is reached) *Minimum number of participants: 2 ■Organizer: Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo (Ascott Japan Co., Ltd.) ■Supported by: Wanaha Co., Ltd. / Wanaha Art Food Association ＜Pet-Friendly Accommodation Plan＞
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/50125/156/50125-156-f5a6a4ad885a05ce98a7d0f46c69e257-2160×2700.jpg Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo offers a “Pet-Friendly Accommodation Plan” for a comfortable stay with your beloved dog. In collaboration with Sealy, a brand of beds and mattresses offering world-class sleep,
pet-friendly rooms are equipped with Sealy pet beds. Enjoy a relaxing space like home, complete with amenities specifically for dogs. We promise a comfortable stay for both owners and their pets. In addition, starting in 2022, Ascott will donate a portion of sales from pet-friendly accommodations to the Public Interest Incorporated Association Animal Donation to support the creation of a better environment for pets. For details on the pet-friendly plan, click here ＜You can stay with your beloved dog! Instagram Follow & Comment Campaign: Win a Hotel Voucher
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/50125/156/50125-156-c8b540636290a337090468014600a49e-2100×1400.jpg To celebrate “Dog Day” on November 1st, pet-friendly hotel Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo will be holding an Instagram campaign. To
participate, follow Ascott’s official Instagram account
(@Discoverasrjapan), “like” the relevant post, and write your dog’s breed or favorite breed in the comments section. One pair of people will be entered into a lottery to win a one-night stay in a
studio-style room at Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo (for one pair of two people), where they can stay with their beloved dog. ■Campaign Period: Saturday, November 1st to Saturday, November 15th, 11:59 PM Japan Time ■Winner Announcement: Winners will be contacted via Instagram DM from our official account (@Discoverasrjapan). ■Participation conditions and notes • An Instagram account is required to apply. • Private accounts and unfollowed accounts are not eligible. • Those who do not own a dog are also welcome to apply (this will not affect their chances of winning). • If you are staying with your dog, please limit it to one small dog weighing 7kg or less. • If you do not reply within the specified period after being notified of your winnings, your winnings may be invalidated. • The winning right is valid only for the winner and cannot be transferred or exchanged for cash to a third party. • Details of the accommodation voucher and terms of use will be provided to the winners when they are notified. • This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram. About Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo Ascott is an upper-upscale hotel operated by The Ascott Limited, a world-leading hospitality operator with locations in over 230 cities in 40 countries. Based on the brand concept of “Art of Living,” Ascott offers guests a rich experience of experiencing art during their stay. As befits its address at Otemachi 1-chome, Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo is located in the very heart of Tokyo, offering a total of 130 guest rooms where guests can relax and feel close to art. All guest rooms are equipped with full kitchens and laundry facilities. The hotel also features a restaurant, gym, exercise pool, and conference rooms, offering a sophisticated experience for business or leisure travelers, from one night to extended stays.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/50125/156/50125-156-3156f1ccd422399e4f7c2dcbdf84e15e-2100×1400.jpg The Ascot About Ascott Limited Ascott strives to be the hospitality company of choice around the world, guided by its vision of “enriching every stay, worldwide, through inspiring experiences.” Ascott currently operates over 1,000 properties in 230 cities in over 40 countries, with a network spanning Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the United States. Ascott is home to a diverse range of award-winning brands including Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited
Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. With a global portfolio of brands operated or franchised by Ascott, including hotels, serviced residences, resorts, social living and branded residences, we offer experiences tailored to the diverse needs of travelers around the world. Our loyalty program, Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), makes every travel moment more memorable through exclusive benefits and curated experiences for members. Ascott, a wholly owned subsidiary of CapitaLand Investment Limited, generates fee income through its expertise in accommodation operations and investment management. The company is also actively expanding its assets under management through the growth of CapitaLand Ascott Trust and various private funds. For more information about Ascott and its sustainability efforts, visit
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Association
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/50125/156/50125-156-8f818a827d53c86121b2e38e1517681b-634×588.jpg The Wanaha Art Food Association, led by its representative director, Yukari Suehiro, and its team of instructors, works to spread the art of “Anko no Hana,” a beautiful, flower-like sweet made with red bean paste. These sweets, decorated only with natural ingredients and free of synthetic colorings, are gluten-free, dairy-free, and healthy for the body. They are a modern reinterpretation of traditional Japanese sweets. wanaha_official Wanaha Art Food Association Instructor Introduction (Instructors vary depending on the event date.) Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/50125/156/50125-156-14924f77372b0ac9d0c57a514bdff147-220×280.png Yukari Suehiro Representative Director of the Wanaha Art Food Association. After leaving the airline, she studied
baking.あんこのお花(R)の研究を深め、ヘルシーな材料で作る和菓子に特化した教室を開業。多くの反響を呼び、2021年「和なはアートフード協会」を設立。
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飯塚淳子 和なはアートフード協会エキスパート講師。『あんこのお花(R)︎』と『おもてなし料理教室』BIANCAを主宰。長年の料理経験、ル・コルドンブルーでの料理・製菓・製パンを含む幅広い学びと、ワイン、チーズに関する知識を活かし、確かな技術でワンランク上のお菓子とお料理を提案する。味は勿論、季節感があり、美しく、作り易いレシピが好評を得ている。
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/50125/156/50125-156-515455f423908466c52bff8b6b4e0a5d-1800×2700.jpg 英麻衣 和なはアートフード協会アドバンス講師。東京都大田区や横浜にてお花絞り教室「舞はな」を主宰。
基本を大切にしたお花絞りをお伝えすることを心掛け、あんこのお花のレッスンやワークショップを開催。