【Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto】 The Lounge & Bar Rebrands to "SEY" | Reopening on Wednesday, April 1st with a Sophisticated "Izakaya" Concept

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto (Location: Myohoin Maegawa-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto; General Manager: Fanny Guibouret) will refresh the concept of its third-floor "The Lounge & Bar" into a sophisticated "Izakaya" as part of its initiatives leading up to the hotel's 10th anniversary. The venue will reopen under the new name "SEY" on Wednesday, April 1st.

In line with the hotel's 10th anniversary in October 2026, the restaurant is undergoing a rebranding. The former "The Lounge & Bar" will be renamed "SEY," offering a new dining experience featuring signature cocktails infused with the essence of Kyoto, alongside bar food that adds a twist to familiar Izakaya flavors.

"SEY": A Place to Feel the Connection to Kyoto's Seasons and Culture The name "SEY" embodies the pristine beauty and original landscape of Kyoto, a city nurtured by "clear flowing water" since ancient times, including the Kamo River, which brings comfort and color to the lives of both tourists and locals. Through carefully selected local sake and ingredients curated by our bartenders and chefs, we have crafted an experience that allows guests to feel a deeper connection to Kyoto than ever before.

A Unique Cocktail Bar Experience in an Extraordinary Space Overlooking the 800-Year-Old "Shakusuien" Garden Shakusuien, the hotel's iconic pond garden, is a historic site mentioned in The Tale of the Heike. The water surface, reflecting the expressions of the four seasons, accentuates the world of "SEY." Guests can enjoy a special moment, surrendering themselves to the slowly flowing time, far away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Signature Cocktails Reflecting Kyoto's Climate, Led by Bartender Ogawa FSK75: A Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto-style take on the "French 75," based on Roku Gin. It is finished by pouring sparkling sake over a rose-shaped sorbet made with red shiso from Ohara, Kyoto. The acidity of sudachi citrus provides a refreshing accent to this cocktail.

The Monaka: A cocktail inspired by the Japanese confection "monaka," evoking a sense of Japan. It pairs white vodka with "Tamagawa" sake from the Kinoshita Brewery in Kyotango. It is garnished with a monaka shell topped with white bean paste that carries a gentle scent of cherry blossoms. We invite you to try this drink as if you were enjoying cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto.

Oyasumi: A dessert cocktail using Okinawan rum. It features a syrup made with generous amounts of black sesame, perfectly matched with the mellowness of egg white and the tropical aroma of mango, creating a flavor profile perfect for ending the day. You can enjoy a well-balanced flavor along with the crunchy texture of toasted brown sugar.

In addition, we offer five signature cocktails, including "Silent Garden," featuring the smoky finish of Hakushu whisky, and "Smoky Old Fashioned," a classic cocktail arranged with Kyoto-style sansho pepper, delivering a new cocktail experience like no other. (Signature cocktails: 3,800 yen each)

Bar Food Elevating Familiar Izakaya Classics with Hotel-Made Sophistication We offer bar food that expresses classic "Izakaya menu items" known to everyone, infused with the sophistication and playfulness characteristic of Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, combined with Kyoto's culture.

The "Wagyu Katsu Sandwich" (7,900 yen), featuring 200 grams of thick-cut Wagyu beef carefully grilled and sandwiched between light, airy milk bread, is one of our signature foods that we highly recommend. With every bite, the juicy and delicate umami unique to Wagyu spreads in your mouth, offering a simple yet impactful flavor. This "Wagyu Katsu Sandwich," unique to Kyoto where beef culture is widely celebrated, is the chef's top recommendation.

[SEY Details] Hours: 13:00 - 24:00 (Food last order: 23:00 *After 22:00, only small bites are served / Drink last order: 23:30) *Seasonal parfaits are available only from 14:00 to 17:00, limited to 20 servings per day (advance reservation required). Details: https://www.fourseasons.com/jp/kyoto/dining/lounges/sey/

About Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto opened on October 15, 2016, at the foot of Higashiyama, where the 800-year-old "Shakusuien" garden, mentioned in The Tale of the Heike, resides. The hotel's main entrance begins with a 100-meter bamboo approach, and upon arriving at the lobby, the beautiful greenery of Shakusuien spreads out before your eyes through large windows.

The hotel, designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates, features 123 guest rooms and suites, as well as 57 hotel residences, all surrounding the garden and ensuring spacious comfort. The space, which is stylish yet holds the essence of Japan, provides a moment of peace. At the main dining "Emba Kyoto Chophouse," which has terrace seating, you can enjoy house-aged steaks, seasonal seafood, charcoal-grilled local vegetables, and the hotel's special afternoon tea. Furthermore, at "SEY," which was reborn in 2026 with a "sophisticated Izakaya" concept, we offer cocktails and bar food that allow you to feel the essence of Kyoto with all five senses. At the sukiya-style tea house lounge "Fuju" on the opposite side of the garden, you can enjoy sweets made with matcha during the day, and from dusk, you can enjoy sake and champagne while looking out at the illuminated garden.

Additionally, the hotel is equipped with a pool, fitness center, and spa where you can enjoy a resort atmosphere. The banquet facilities, including a chapel with natural light and a ballroom that can accommodate up to 360 people, are stylish spaces that can be used for various purposes, from weddings and meetings to various receptions.