On March 23, 2026, the 50th anniversary celebration party of the prestigious Ginza "Club Gres" was held at the Imperial Hotel Tokyo's "Peacock Room".The event was a great success. About 800 people from the worlds of politics, business, culture, and nightlife gathered to mark a new page in the history of Ginza.
Gathering of leaders who will create the era
The stage was opened with a total of 70 to 80 people, all of whom were the founders of the event.The lineup included celebrities and manga artists, as well as famous club moms from all over the country. The lineup included prominent entertainers and manga artists, as well as famous club moms from all over the country, a lineup that represented the best of Japan's social culture.
On behalf of the promoters, the Chancellor of Nihon UniversityMariko Hayashistood to greet the audience.Then, presided over by Club GRE, theSayuri Yamaguchi Mamatook the stage and gave deep acknowledgement to the clients and staff who have supported the company over the past 50 years.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
Mariko Hayashi later published an essay about the party in Bungeishunju.
Kagamibiraki, a Kagamibiraki ceremony that marks the beginning of the feast
Twenty-five people, including the woman who initiated the event and one man who gave the toast, proceeded to the front of the stage wearing happi coats.The moderator will say, "Se-no, no, no! The wooden mallet was lowered in unison to the sound of "Se-no, yosho! the wooden mallet was lowered in unison.He was the first to be appointed to the Board of Directors of Oracle Corporation of Japan. Later, he was Chairman of the Board of Directors of Oracle Corporation Japan.Yoshiaki FujimoriA festive mood prevailed in the hall as a toast was made byThe following is a list of the most common problems with the
The dedication of the "Women of GRE" who supported the ceremony
The women staff of Club Gres supported the party operation at the core of this year's party. They were the ones who input data on the participants prior to the party day, and on the day of the party, they perfectly took care of everything from the reception desk, guiding people to the waiting room, serving food at each table, and even assisting elderly guests.
Their quick wit and behavior were praised by the staff of the Imperial Hotel, who called them "wonderful ladies.
Mama Sayuri has treated the girls as if they were her "younger sisters and daughters," and has placed great importance on educating them to develop their individual personalities. The unity of the staff that made this grand event a success is truly the crystallization of the "loving style" that Club Gres has built up over the past 50 years.
Celebratory dance" to connect traditions
The festive banquet was graced by a "congratulatory dance" performed by a total of 10 geiko and maiko invited from Ponto-cho, Kyoto.Ponto-cho Representing PontochoThe elite lineup of the event filled the venue with an ethereal atmosphere.The 15-minute traditional performance vividly portrayed the atmosphere of Kyoto on the grand stage of the Imperial Hotel. The 15-minute traditional performance vividly depicted the atmosphere of Kyoto on the grand stage of the Imperial Hotel.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
Commemorative cocktails by the world's best bartenders
Seven famous bartenders from authentic bars in Ginza formed a committee to create an original cocktail to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of GRACE, and the "GRACE" cocktail produced by the seven members was unveiled for the first time.
Hisashi Kishi, President of the Ginza Social Beverage Association, explained the cocktail and delivered a speech on behalf of the production committee.
On stage, he was awarded the title of world's best in 2013.Naomi Takahashi(BAR Gaslight EVE)A cocktail demonstration was given by
The cocktail "Grès" isSuntory Japanese Craft Gin ROKUThe drink is a symbol of Club Gourmet's respect for tradition, with an elegant purple color and a taste that is unmistakably Japanese.
Ave Maria" with overwhelming singing voice
In the middle, an opera singerTsuneo Nakamaruappeared.After the introduction video, Nakamaru took the stage and sang Schubert's "Ave Maria" a cappella. After showing an introductory video, Nakamaru took the stage and sang Schubert's "Ave Maria" a cappella solo.The overwhelming voice of the singer, delivered through a single stand microphone, echoed throughout the Peacock Room, filling the venue with deep emotion. Her overwhelming voice, emitted through a single stand microphone, echoed through every corner of the Peacock Room, filling the audience with deep emotion.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
Toward the Next Half Century
The banquet was capped off by the original playwright'sRyo Kurashinatook the stage as the middleman.Kurashina, the author of "Onna Tei," which has been dramatized for TV and a close friend of Sayuri Mama, expressed her expectations for Gure. Kurashina, who is the author of the TV dramatization of "Onna-tei (Empress)" and a close friend of Sayuri Mama, expressed her hopes for the future of Gure and gave her encouragement.. In her speech, Kurashina also mentioned that she would like to create a stage play about Sayuri Mama.
Also, at the end of the ceremonySatsuki KatayamaThe Minister of Finance also attended the event. Minister Katayama took the stage and gave an impassioned congratulatory speech to Mama Sayuri and Club Gure, which has preserved the dignity of Ginza for half a century.
The next day, Minister Satsuki Katayama's Facebook page also showed pictures of the party and party participants.
At the end of the ceremony, an end roll was shown, edited in real time from the day's ceremony.The event ended with a "thank you" to all the guests who had attended. Sayuri Mama and three others stood in answer and politely saw each guest off as the evening closed on the milestone of the 50th anniversary.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
Summary
Half a century has passed since its establishment in 1976. While the district of Ginza has undergone turbulent changes, Club Gres has always been at the center of the district, building up its elegance and trust.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
The lineup of leading figures from various fields who gathered at the Imperial Hotel shows how the restaurant has played an important role not only as a mere restaurant but also as a "social gathering place" where people who support Japan's culture and economy can meet.
This night, which combined the traditions preserved by Mama Sayuri Yamaguchi with the world's best technology and art, was a glorious milestone, enough to convince us that Club Gres will continue to evolve for the next 50 years.
