J Hotel Shanghai Tower Unveils Its “Wish Upon a Star” Festive Celebration
J Hotel Shanghai Tower Unveils Its “Wish Upon a Star” Festive Celebration
J Hotel Shanghai Tower, one of the world’s highest luxury hotels, has officially launched its festive season under the enchanting theme “Wish Upon a Star.” This year’s celebrations bring together elevated dining, immersive holiday décor, and unforgettable experiences high above the glittering Shanghai skyline.
A Magical Opening: Carol Performances & an 8-Meter Christmas Tree
The festivities began with a heartwarming carol performance by the Wellington College International Shanghai choir, followed by the grand lighting of an 8-meter Christmas tree. The display is complemented by a charming gingerbread house, the hotel’s iconic crystal Shikumen, and Roman-inspired art installations creating an atmosphere filled with ceremony, magic, and festive spirit.
Culinary Journeys Across the Clouds
J Hotel’s signature restaurants and lounge have curated festive menus highlighting Huaiyang cuisine, Japanese kaiseki, Cantonese classics, and modern international flavors, all enhanced by seasonal produce and masterful culinary artistry. Combined with panoramic skyline views, these experiences reimagine festive dining at extraordinary heights.
Heavenly Jin (120th Floor) Fine Dining Above the Clouds
Located 556 meters above ground on the 120th floor, Heavenly Jin holds the title of “the highest restaurant in a building.” This festive season, the restaurant presents exclusive dinners on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve featuring seasonal delicacies:
- Boiled Water Chestnut and Meatball Soup
- Braised Prawn with Rice Soup Cream and Sea Urchin
- Braised Beef with Black Truffle Sauce and Taro
Signatures including Boiled Fish Tendon Soup with Pickled Chinese Artichoke, Braised American Lobster with Salty Egg Yolk Curry Sauce and Quinoa, and Braised Fish Maw with Shrimp Roe
Christmas Eve Dinner for Two: RMB 4,588 (with beverages)
New Year’s Eve Dinner for Two: RMB 5,200 (with beverages)
Kinnjyou Inaka (104th Floor) A Kaiseki New Year’s Celebration
On New Year’s Eve, Kinnjyou Inaka presents an exquisite seasonal kaiseki dinner featuring:
- Snow Crab
- Tuna
- Baby Lobster
- M7 Australian Wagyu Beef
- A comforting winter hotpot
- New Year’s Eve Kaiseki Dinner for Two: RMB 3,399
Jin Yan (103rd Floor) Elevated Cantonese Festive Dining
Jin Yan’s December 31 Cantonese menu is crafted with premium, daily-selected ingredients. Highlights include:
- Double Boiled Conpoy with Vegetable and Matsutake Soup
- Braised Baby Lobster with Minced Garlic
- Braised Sea Cucumber and Flower Mushroom with Abalone Sauce
- Steamed Tiger Grouper with Mushroom and Soy
- Soaked Green Vegetable and Bamboo Fungus in Superior Stock
- Seafood Bisque with Noodles
- New Year’s Eve Set Menu for Two: RMB 3,399
Centouno (101st Floor) Global Seafood Buffets for the Festive Season
Centouno’s Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve buffets feature a lavish seafood selection including oysters, tiger shrimp, spanner crab, sea conch, caviar, and foie gras terrine. Hot-station highlights include:
- Roasted Turkey
- Beef Wellington
- Australian Beef Sirloin
- Honey-Glazed Ham
- Made-to-order Cheese-Grilled Rock Lobster
- Mövenpick ice cream and festive desserts
- A new winter hotpot station
Christmas Eve Buffet: RMB 638 per guest
New Year’s Eve Buffet for Two: RMB 2,026
Yi Lounge (84th Floor) New Year’s Countdown Party Above the Bund
Yi Lounge offers a glamorous New Year’s Eve countdown celebration with:
- Free-flow Champagne
- Balvenie Port Wood 21 Years
- Martell XO
- Bar snacks
- Live music
- Close-up magic entertainment
- Panoramic views of the Bund and Huangpu River
- Party Packages start at: RMB 588 per person
Café & Patisserie (1st Floor) Curated Festive Gift Hampers
Guests can purchase beautifully curated gift hampers until December 31, featuring:
- Sonovia Iberian Ham
- Sicilia Virgin Olive Oil
- Panettone
- Maccaroneria Pasta
- Stollen
- Chocolates and macarons
Festive Hamper: RMB 1,288 per set
For dining reservations and gift purchases, call +86 21 3886 8989 at least two days in advance. All prices are subject to a 15% service charge.
For stays above the clouds, visit the J Hotel official website or Jin Jiang/Radisson Rewards platforms.3
