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Okura Elevates Luxury Offerings with Designer Experience

Hotel Okura Amsterdam takes luxury to new heights.

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Mike Klaassen strengthens Ciel Bleu team as Chef de Cuisine

Ciel Bleu Restaurant** strengthens its team with the addition of Mike Klaassen (25).

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Okura Adds Colour to Summer with Cocktails Pop-up

Starting June 21, Hotel Okura Amsterdam will serve elegant and artisanal cocktails with a Japanese touch.

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Walking challenge Homewalk

Walking challenge homewalk Sore feet, pulling each other through, and persevering.

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Okura unveils Dutch sparkling wine, Cuvée Okura

St. Martinus and Hotel Okura Amsterdam create a unique blend for guests Hotel Okura Amsterdam.

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Festive Pop-Up

More than a gift,a story Hotel Okura Amsterdam will open the doors to the second pop-up store.

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Optimizing the guest experience is a continuous process

Hotel Okura Amsterdam operates at the highest level of luxury, which naturally comes with high expectations.

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Blooming Symbol of Friendship

In honor of Hotel Okura Amsterdam’s 25th-anniversary, the Okura Tulip was cultivated 27 years ago.

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Events: customized from concept to execution

In the heart of Amsterdam, in close proximity to both the city center and Schiphol Airport, the Zuidas…

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3 questions for Ivo de Beus

Every month, we like to introduce one of our valued team members to you.

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Pop-up Pastry

Okura presents artisanal pastry in Pop-up Pastry Pop-up Pastry, located on the terrace of Serre, on the ground…

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International Women’s Day: in conversation with our deputy general manager Femke Groeneveld-Weller

At Hotel Okura Amsterdam we #ChooseToChallenge by inspiring and developing the next generation of leading female hoteliers.

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5 reasons to love Okura

Hotel Okura Amsterdam, your trip to Japan! A world where eastern and western influences are uniquely entwined.

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24 hours Okura at home

At Hotel Okura Amsterdam, we are committed to providing peaceful luxury with a serene atmosphere.

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Meet the concierge team of Hotel Okura Amsterdam

Amsterdam has so much to offer, from canal boat tours to world-renowned museums.

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Colouring the skyline

At 78 meters high, Hotel Okura Amsterdam towers above the canals and has been a prominent sight in…

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Okura Elevates Luxury Offerings with Designer Experience

Hotel Okura Amsterdam takes luxury to new heights.

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Mike Klaassen strengthens Ciel Bleu team as Chef de Cuisine

Ciel Bleu Restaurant** strengthens its team with the addition of Mike Klaassen (25).

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Okura Adds Colour to Summer with Cocktails Pop-up

Starting June 21, Hotel Okura Amsterdam will serve elegant and artisanal cocktails with a Japanese touch.

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JAPANESE CULTURE

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Japanese Habits

You do not need to board the plane and leave the Netherlands to discover Japan.

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Origami

Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding, ori means folding and kami means paper.

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Bowing – お辞儀, Ojigi

Bowing is the Japanese way of greeting. It is an essential part of Japanese culture.

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Omotenashi – おもてなし

For the sake of giving, not receiving.

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Masanori Tomikawa: from porter to a Michelin starred chef

Masanori Tomikawa is Executive Chef of the authentic Japanese Yamazato Restaurant in Hotel Okura Amsterdam.

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The different courses of the traditional kaiseki cuisine

At Yamazato Restaurant we serve the traditional Japanese kaiseki cuisine.

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Tanabata Festival

Every year, on 7 July Tanabata festival is celebrated in Japan.

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The magic of sakura

In the Netherlands spring starts at 20 March.

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Girls day – Hina no Sekku

There is no place in the world where symbolism and traditions are mingled more in everyday life.

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Japanese festivals

The festivals in Japan, matsuri in Japanese, are often celebrated around a particular event in close relation to…

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Children’s Day – Golden Week

There is no place in the world where symbolism and traditions are mingled more in everyday life.

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Japanese Habits

You do not need to board the plane and leave the Netherlands to discover Japan.

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Origami

Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding, ori means folding and kami means paper.

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Bowing – お辞儀, Ojigi

Bowing is the Japanese way of greeting. It is an essential part of Japanese culture.

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CULINARY

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Yamazato retains Michelin star and continues to shine with authentic Japanese cuisine

Amsterdam, October 7, 2024 – Yamazato Restaurant , located in Hotel Okura Amsterdam.

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Ciel Bleu retains two Michelin stars and continues to shine at the culinary top

Amsterdam, October 7, 2024 – Ciel Bleu Restaurant , located on the 23rd floor of Hotel Okura.

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Chefs at Okura serve comfort food during summer on Serre’s Thursdays

Serre Restaurant trusts its kitchen to chefs Andrea Ranieri, Antonio Castiello, Arjan Speelman, and Lodewijk Akito van Tilborgh…

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Serre Pays Homage to Spring with renewed Sakura Afternoon Tea

The blossoming Sakura trees, along with the Sakura Afternoon Tea served at Serre Restaurant, create the ideal setting…

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Multiple culinaire recognitions

This summer, we received multiple culinary recognitions for Restaurant Ciel Bleu at Hotel Okura Amsterdam.

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Okura Wit

Okura and Homeland introduce extraordinary summer beer: Okura Wit Amsterdam, June 15, 2023 – Hotel Okura Amsterdam…

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Golden jubilee at Van Gogh museum

Hotel Okura Amsterdam created 8 bites inspired by the master’s works.

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3 questions to the Purchase Manager

3 questions to Joeri van den Broek, Purchase Manager at Hotel Okura.

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Teppanyaki

Nowadays, many people are familiar with the teppanyaki cuisine, the Japanese art of cooking on a hot griddle

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Sushi

When thinking of Japanese food, many people instantly think of sushi.

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Traditional Japanese kaiseki cuisine

The origins of the kaiseki cuisine are found many centuries ago in simple meals served at a tea ceremony,…

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Chopsticks

Origin of chopsticks Chopsticks are originally from China and were introduced in the Japanese culture in the seventh…

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Yamazato retains Michelin star and continues to shine with authentic Japanese cuisine

Amsterdam, October 7, 2024 – Yamazato Restaurant , located in Hotel Okura Amsterdam.

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Ciel Bleu retains two Michelin stars and continues to shine at the culinary top

Amsterdam, October 7, 2024 – Ciel Bleu Restaurant , located on the 23rd floor of Hotel Okura.

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Chefs at Okura serve comfort food during summer on Serre’s Thursdays

Serre Restaurant trusts its kitchen to chefs Andrea Ranieri, Antonio Castiello, Arjan Speelman, and Lodewijk Akito van Tilborgh…

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AMSTERDAM

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Amsterdam during winter: this is what you can do in the picture-perfect capital city

Our capital during winter has many to offer. Christmas markets for example, to be more specific.

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Picnic Time

We have selected our five favourite picnic spots for you.

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The Ultimate Shopping Guide for De Pijp in Amsterdam

The formerly working-class neighbourhood De Pijp has become one of Amsterdam's main attractions.

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The Ultimate Foodie Guide for De Pijp Neighbourhood

Although Hotel Okura Amsterdam's culinary scene is incredibly diverse, you should definitely save a spot in your agenda.

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Shopping in Amsterdam

Originally settled in the 12 century, the simple fishing village called 'Aemstelredamme', or 'dam in the river Amstel'.

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Getting to know Amsterdam's canals

One of the most awe-inspiring structures in the world, Amsterdam's Canal Ring stands as stunning architectural marvel.

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Explore Amsterdam like a local

In the city of bikes… You cycle through Amsterdam which is not only healthy, but practical and fun…

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Neighbourhood De Pijp

The vibrant neighborhood of De Pijp is a local hotspot with numerous bars and restaurants.

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Amsterdam’s best museums

Amsterdam certainly has its fair share in regard to world-class museums.

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Top 10 picks of Amsterdam from our concierge

Read our concierge magazine Take a canal boat tour (private or organized)…

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Amsterdam’s countryside

Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken Visiting Amsterdam can mean many things.

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Amsterdam during winter: this is what you can do in the picture-perfect capital city

Our capital during winter has many to offer. Christmas markets for example, to be more specific.

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Picnic Time

We have selected our five favourite picnic spots for you.

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The Ultimate Shopping Guide for De Pijp in Amsterdam

The formerly working-class neighbourhood De Pijp has become one of Amsterdam's main attractions.

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