Mercure Tokyo Hibiya (Location: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; General Manager: Michiteru Suzuki) is pleased to announce the launch of an afternoon tea themed around the classic ballet masterpiece "Swan Lake," supervised by The Tokyo Ballet, along with a special exhibition by Chacott, starting July 17 (Fri). In line with Mercure's brand concept of being a French hotel brand that values allowing guests to experience local inspiration, Mercure Tokyo Hibiya, born in Hibiya, a sacred ground for stage culture, has adopted "Stage Art" as its design concept, expressing this esprit throughout the hotel. At the restaurant, Cafe & Bar "La Seine," where a large object representing the trajectory of "Etoile," top dancers of the Paris Opera Ballet, dancing on stage, watches over from the ceiling, we will be offering an afternoon tea themed around "Swan Lake," the second in our series of Tchaikovsky's three major ballets, following last year's "The Nutcracker." This afternoon tea will feature a wide lineup of sweets that allow you to enjoy the world of The Tokyo Ballet's Bourmeister version of "Swan Lake" along with the individuality of the characters, white savories expressing the serene stillness of the lake, a limited-edition refreshing light blue drink, and more, all served with free-flow beverages. A special display by Chacott will brilliantly adorn the space, delivering a unique summer experience that stimulates the five senses. Kanako Oki (Principal, The Tokyo Ballet), who will be playing Odette/Odile in The Tokyo Ballet's "Swan Lake" in September, has been appointed as the official ambassador for the afternoon tea. She will be promoting the charm of this afternoon tea. "Swan Lake" Afternoon Tea (Supervised by The Tokyo Ballet) Overview [Menu] Sweets Top Tier - Swan Cream Puff: A cream puff inspired by the swan form of the heroine Odette, with white chocolate for the feathers. - White Peach and Blue Curacao Jelly: A refreshing jelly inspired by the sparkle of the lake surface. - White