September, 2017

Special Dinner Party Commemorating Honorary Executive Chef
Hirochika Midorikawa’s Selection as Recipient ofthe “La Coupe d’Or Internationale d’Art Culinaire Marius Dutrey” AwardTOKYO - Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo, one of Japan’s most prestigious international hotels located inShinjuku, Tokyo, is proud to announce that Honorary Executive Chef Hirochika Midorikawa will
display his skills by hosting a special dinner party at our Hotel on November 22, 2017 tocommemorate his selection as the first Japanese to receive the French cuisine chef prize “La Couped’Or Internationale d’Art Culinaire Marius Dutrey”. Guests will be provided with the rareopportunity to sample menu items specially prepared by Hirochika Midorikawa, and various
delicious beverages including “Pierre Mignon Brut Prestige” champagne, which was served at theawards ceremony meal in Paris, France earlier this year, and wines carefully selected by our Hotelsommelier.
The “La Coupe d’Or Internationale d’Art Culinaire Marius Dutrey” is a prestigious award bestowed
upon only the best chefs of French cuisine in recognition of their remarkable skills. This award
was founded in 1958 by Marius Dutrey, who served as a chef at premier French and British hotels
during the 20th century, and helped to improve the standing of chefs. Members of the awardscommittee of the l’Académie Culinaire de France preserve Marius Dutrey's wishes and select only
one person to become award recipient from French chefs around the world. Previously, therenowned French chefs Paul Bocuse and Joël Robuchon also received this award in 1994 in 2014
respectively. Hirochika Midorikawa attended the awards ceremony held at The Westin Paris
Vendome on April 5, 2017 to become the first Japanese recipient and 30th chef to receive thisprestigious award.
Hirochika Midorikawa entered the world of cooking at the age of 15 and studied at a famous French
restaurant in Japan. Thereafter, he went to Europe in 1964 to extend his professional career,learning German and Swiss cuisine, in addition to furthering his knowledge and skill in French
cuisine. After returning to Japan, he joined the Keio Plaza Hotel in 1971 and later became the firstJapanese chef to win first prize in an international food competition. He has since received manyother honors including the French Republic Officier du Mérite Agricole award and the Order of theRising Sun, 4th Class, Gold Rays with Rosette award, and become one of the most respected chefs in
the world of French cuisine in Japan.

■ Special Dinner Party Commemorating Honorary Executive Chef
Hirochika Midorikawa’s Selection as Recipient of the “La Coupe d’Or
Internationale d’Art Culinaire Marius Dutrey” Award
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November 22(Wednesday), 2017
7:00p.m. to 9:30p.m. (Reception from 6:30p.m.)“ Ensemble” Banquet Room Located on 44 th Floor
JPY45,000 per person (Includes food, drinks, service charge and tax)
Reservations Required

About the Keio Plaza Hotel
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo, located in Shinjuku at the very heart of the nation’s capital Tokyo, is one ofJapan’s leading international hotels. Our hotel boasts of over 20 restaurants and bars, and we host awide range of local and international guests who visit us for our welcoming facilities, warm
hospitality and unique services that allow them to experience Japanese culture. For more information
about our facilities and services, please visit our website, YouTube, Facebook or Instagram.
Contacts: Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo, Public Relations Manager
Yoko Sugiura, +81-3-5322-8010
y-sugiura@keioplaza.co.jp