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2026.10.14

On a Night in Kannazuki: Unexpected Ways to Make the Most of a Banquet Menu in a Private Room

Hello. I’m the PR representative for Rakuzo—a restaurant with all-private-room seating—at the Shinjuku East Exit location.

It’s that time of year when the first signs of fall are gradually transforming the cityscape. Today, in the bustling neighborhood of Shinjuku, we’d like to offer a fresh perspective on how to make the most of banquet menus—in a surprisingly quiet and savvy way.

 

Private Rooms for Small Groups: Ideal for Discreet Business Use

The location at Shinjuku Station’s East Exit is extremely important as a business hub. However, when it comes to important business negotiations or meetings, it can be surprisingly difficult to find a place where you can talk without being distracted by surrounding noise. Our restaurant features four private rooms available for parties of two or more, and we’ve earned high praise as a venue for business use. Once the door is closed, the space becomes completely private, allowing you to conduct confidential conversations with peace of mind. In addition, we offer a wide range of private rooms with sunken kotatsu tables, accommodating groups from 4 to 30 people. Whether it’s a small departmental meeting or a dinner to strengthen team bonds, we can provide the ideal setting tailored to your group size. Isolated from the hustle and bustle of the city, this space is truly a hidden gem for business professionals looking to focus and engage in in-depth discussions.

 

The Secret Behind the Unexpected Satisfaction of Banquet Menus

When you hear the term “banquet course,” many people might imagine a one-size-fits-all menu. However, our restaurant offers a wide variety of options tailored to your specific occasion. For example, the 8-course “Guaranteed Private Room” [Taste Course] and the “Guaranteed Private Room” [All-Chicken Course] are perfect for gatherings where value for money is a priority. For more special occasions, you can also choose from luxurious options such as the 9-course “Guaranteed Private Room” [Carefully Selected Course], the 8-course “Guaranteed Private Room” [Four Seasons Kaiseki Course], and the 8-course “Guaranteed Private Room” [Japanese-Western Fusion Course]. Furthermore, the sense of togetherness created by gathering around hot pot dishes—such as the 7-course “Private Room Guaranteed” [Sukiyaki Course], the 8-course “Private Room Guaranteed” [White Offal Hot Pot Course], and the 8-course “Private Room Guaranteed” [Taiwanese Offal Hot Pot Course]—is a key element in ensuring a successful banquet. All of these courses include a 2-hour all-you-can-drink plan, and the ease of managing your budget is a major benefit for event planners.

 

A New Banquet Style: Choosing the Size of the Space

The key to a successful banquet lies not only in the food and drinks, but also in the “quality of the space”—specifically, how relaxed the guests can feel. Our restaurant offers a wide range of private rooms with sunken hearths: 8 rooms for 4 guests, 1 room for 6 guests, 2 rooms for 6 guests, 2 rooms for 8 guests, 1 room for 10 guests, 1 room for 12 guests, and 1 room for 30 guests. This flexible layout ensures the perfect balance of space—neither too large nor too small—for any group size. The sunken hearth-style seating, where guests can stretch out their legs, helps prevent fatigue even during long banquets and creates an atmosphere that further sparks lively conversation. Additionally, even when ordering an all-you-can-drink plan on its own, you can choose between the “Guaranteed Private Room” [Standard] 2-Hour All-You-Can-Drink Plan (approx. 60 varieties) and the “Guaranteed Private Room” [Premium] 2-Hour All-You-Can-Drink Plan (approx. 100 varieties). One of our restaurant’s strengths is that you can combine your choice of space with your budget to create your own ideal banquet experience.

Store Information

All private rooms RAKUZO Shinjuku Higashiguchi

address (e.g. of house)
〒160-0022
Shinjuku Daini Building 2F, 3-26-2 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Reception 2F
Access
1 minute walk from Central East Exit of JR Shinjuku Station
Seibu-Shinjuku Line Seibu-Shinjuku Station Main Exit (Exit A8) 7 min. walk
Phone number
050-2018-8895
Business Hours
17:00-23:30
(L.O. 22:30 / Drink L.O. 23:00)

*Banquets are available even before regular business hours! (Early-bird discounts available)
regular closing day
nil
Average budget
4,000 yen (regular average)/4,300 yen (banquet average)
settlement
▼ Credit Cards
VISA, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, UnionPay, Discover
▼ QR payment
PayPay, d-Pay, au PAY, Rakuten Pay, Merpay, Alipay, WeChat Pay
▼ Traffic IC
PASMO, Suica, Kitaca, TOICA, manaca, ICOCA, SUGOCA, nimoca, Hayakaken
▼ Electronic Money
iD, QUICPay

The registration number of the invoice system is printed on receipts and receipts.
Registration number: T6010701005431
Total number of seats
100 seats
Horigotatsu and sofa seating available
Banquet Max.
30 persons
chartering
not allowed
Non-Smoking/Smoking
Smoking allowed Smoking room available
(Smoking area is available separately from the seating area.)
parking lot
nil
Please use the nearby parking area when coming by car.
Wi-Fi
nil

There is an appetizer as a seat charge (included in the course price).
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