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Serpent
BAR SUMMARY

Serpent is an intimate, suite-centered drinking experience inside Bvlgari Hotel Tokyo that places mixology at the heart of a luxury stay. From the moment you arrive at La・La・Grande GINZA 2F, Serpent frames its cocktail program around the Serpenti motif and Tokyo’s precise attention to detail. In the Serpenti Suite, guests receive a complimentary Serpenti Cocktail that signals the program’s aesthetic: refined, quietly theatrical, and rooted in seasonal Japanese ingredients. The mixology team prepares drinks meant to be sipped slowly, giving the suite its own private cocktail lounge feel while still connecting to Ginza’s vibrant dining scene. Serpent in Tokyo offers both a sensory welcome and a persuasive reason to plan an overnight stay rather than a single visit. The Serpenti Suite spans 117 square meters and launched around Lunar New Year 2025, an intentional tie to the Year of the Snake that reinforces the theme throughout the experience. The bar program is led by the hotel’s mixology team rather than a single public-facing head bartender; this team follows Bvlgari’s philosophy of craftsmanship, precision, and Italian heritage adapted to Japanese taste. Bvlgari Hotel Tokyo carries notable industry recognition, including three MICHELIN Keys in 2024 and a Forbes Travel Guide Five Stars rating for the spa in 2024. Those credentials position Serpent’s cocktails within a larger environment of vetted luxury service and design. What makes Serpent distinct is the in-suite, curated approach: cocktails are offered as part of a holistic hospitality package that includes tactile comforts like cashmere blankets, curated bathroom amenities, and a spa program that references the Serpenti motif. The property introduced a Serpenti Spa Treatment in January 2025 featuring Ayurvedic MAULI products and long-stroke massage techniques, and that wellness language crosses over into the drink program through calming bitter elements and herbaceous infusions that accompany softer textures in glass. The cocktail journey at Serpent starts with the Serpenti Cocktail, a signature welcome drink included with the suite experience. The mixology team emphasizes balance: citrus or yuzu elements cut through richer liqueurs, delicate herbal infusions reference the spa, and premium Japanese whiskies or small-batch gin appear in seasonal variations. Guests can expect a rotating seasonal cocktail—often built around yuzu, shiso, or Japanese citrus—plus tailored evening aperitifs that pair with in-suite dining. Preparations favor precise techniques: slow stirring for spirit-forward serves, gentle clarification for silky textures, and tableside finishing touches when appropriate. Presentation is understated and exact, with glassware selected to mirror the Serpenti silhouette and garnishes that reference the suite’s snake motif without being literal. Limited-edition cocktails mark holidays and cultural moments; the Serpenti Suite launch during the Lunar New Year 2025 included a commemorative drink that echoed the Year of the Snake theme. Because the program is intentionally private, seasonal specialties and one-off serves tend to circulate first among suite guests and loyalty members before a wider audience. The interior experience balances warm, inviting lighting with precise materials. Design notes include cashmere throws, fine linens, and curated artwork that echoes Bvlgari’s Serpenti pattern. Service is discreet and attentive, with the mixology team coordinating directly with hotel staff to time deliveries, recommend pairings, and adapt drinks to guest preferences. The suite’s layout creates a private bar-like nook rather than a public counter, and that privacy is a defining feature for travelers seeking an exclusive drinking moment in Ginza. Practical details matter: the best time to visit is during evenings when the suite’s complimentary cocktail service and spa appointments align; reservations through Bvlgari Hotel Tokyo are recommended due to limited suite availability. Dress comfortably but refined—resort-smart or business evening attire fits the setting—and allow 48 to 72 hours for special requests or curated pairings. For a taste of Bvlgari’s Serpenti concept in Ginza, book the Serpenti Suite to experience the Serpent cocktail offering and the integrated spa rituals. Serpent blends Tokyo precision with Italian design cues to produce a stay-and-sip experience that rewards planning and curiosity.











