VIRTÙ at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi Takes the Crown with the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award

VIRTÙ, the ultra-sleek bar at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi, snatched the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award, the first special award announced in advance of the Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024 awards ceremony. Picture this: art deco flair, Paris-meets-Tokyo elegance, and breathtaking city views. Opened in 2020, VIRTÙ has rocked Tokyo's bar scene with its stunning cocktails and sophisticated ambiance, blending French finesse and Japanese elegance. This place doesn’t just serve drinks; it delivers an experience that’s pure fire.

The Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award, chosen by the 265-member Academy of Asia’s 50 Best Bars, celebrates the bar that nailed the finest hospitality experience in the past 18 months. VIRTÙ embodies the spirit of omotenashi, the Japanese art of wholehearted hospitality. Head Bartender Keith Motsi and his crew make sure every visit is a hit, with personalised and unforgettable service.

“VIRTÙ stands out as a stylish drinkery with a world-class menu of stellar cocktails,” says Emma Sleight, Head of Content for Asia’s 50 Best Bars. “It sets the tone for an unparalleled drinking experience with stunning floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing a breathtaking 39th-floor view of the city. Despite the predominance of style, the bar maintains a convivial atmosphere with service that goes above and beyond.”

At VIRTÙ, the synergy of teamwork and personal flair creates an atmosphere of unmatched sophistication, creativity, and undeniable swagger. Guests sip on premium Japanese whisky mixed with French vermouth and chartreuse, all served with a side of showmanship by a bar team that knows how to bring the fun.

Keith Motsi, the man behind the magic, says it best: “We’re ecstatic to win the Michter's Art of Hospitality Award 2024. Here at VIRTÙ, we live and breathe omotenashi – the profound commitment to serve our guests with heartfelt sincerity. This award? It’s for the whole crew, their hustle, and their heart. We’re all about crafting those epic moments, making every guest’s experience legendary.”

VIRTÙ’S big win with the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award cements its spot as a top player in Tokyo's bar scene, setting the gold standard for exceptional hospitality.