In preparation for the coming of spring, the Hotel New Otani Tokyo is offering a special course plan for celebratory occasions for a group of four or more people at its Chinese restaurant, Taikan En, whose 16th-floor location offers panoramic views, through April 27.

During spring, there are many events to be celebrated in Japan, such as the start of the school year, graduation ceremonies, and parties for new and departing work colleagues.

The plan offers authentic Chinese cuisine with seasonal ingredients, such as shark fin soup, shrimp cooked in a variety of styles, dim sum and Peking duck. There are four price levels for the courses — ¥8,000 (lunchtime only), ¥10,000, ¥12,000 and ¥17,000 per person — and the menu changes according to the level.