The time of welcoming the new year and forgetting the old one is approaching and the Asakusa View Hotel is offering two ways of spending these special days in an elegant manner.

From Dec. 27 through Jan. 9 (excluding Jan. 1 to 3) on the hotel's top floor, which boasts a magnificent view of Tokyo, guests have the opportunity to indulge in afternoon tea while enjoying a variety of snacks and desserts. Diners can choose between coffee, tea and herb tea with free refills. The price for one person is ¥2,800.

For the ones who love sweets the Asakusa View Hotel offers another plan — a New Year's Sweet Buffet. From Jan. 1 to 3, guests can welcome the New Year overlooking a picturesque landscape while choosing from different types of sweets. The plan includes favorite desserts such as short cake, mousse and panna cotta, as well as a choice of savory items such as pasta, gratin and sandwiches. The buffet is priced at ¥3,800 for adults, ¥1,800 for elementary school children and ¥1,000 for younger children.