Mid-century Japanese Event Space

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

250 people
•8 hr min
• sqft

Lydia G.

$740

/hr

8 hr minimum

Lydia typically respond within 6 hrs

Cancel for free within 24 hours

Enhanced COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures

The entire building is deep cleaned weekly, with any spaces used cleaned before and after every event by in-house maintenance staff.

Enhanced cleaning measures:

High touch surfaces and shared amenities have been disinfected
Soft, porous materials have been properly cleaned or removed
The space is cleaned and disinfected in accordance with guidelines from local health authorities
Bookings are spaced apart to allow for enhanced cleaning

All hosts are required to do the following prior to each booking:

Sweep, mop, vacuum and clean the space.
Supply a hand washing station with soap, warm water, and paper towels or hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
Clean common areas allowing guest access including bathrooms, kitchens, and entrances.
Collect and clean dishes, silverware, and other provided host amenities, if applicable.
Remove garbage and add new lining to cans.

The following equipment is provided for every guest:

Disinfecting wipes or spray and paper towels
Disposable gloves
Hand Sanitizer
Disposable masks / face coverings

The space has the following features:

Capacity is limited based on governmental guidelines
Space has HEPA-certified air filters

The space has informational signage including:

Common areas have 6-foot (2-metre) markers on floors

About the Space

The Reception Room is a versatile venue appropriate for both corporate events and more social occasions. The room’s floor-to-ceiling sliding glass windows open onto Japan Society’s serene waterfall, pond and sculpture garden; the room can also be used in conjunction with the adjacent Main Foyer to enlarge and enhance the space, accommodating up to 250 guests for reception events and 100 people for seated events, such as a dinner or lecture (15 for distanced capacity). The room is equipped with audiovisual systems and projection screens if needed, and an adjoining kitchen is available for use by caterers and service staff. The Reception Room is available for such events as: -Cocktail receptions -Corporate breakfasts, luncheons, & dinners -Presentations -Meetings -Workshops -Conferences -Lectures

Parking options

Nearby parking lot

Parking description

There are several paid lots near the venue

General Rules

Can only rent up to 6 months in advance. No smoking. Outside catering is permitted, but hiring our in-house staff is required unless using an approved full-service caterer. Cooking is not permitted on site. Beer, wine, cider and sake only, no hard liquor. AV needs beyond built-in equipment requires hiring our in-house AV technician. Promotional, private and fundraising events are not permitted. The renting entity must be an organization (company or non-profit), not an individual. Tickets may not be sold on-site.

All ages are allowed in the space

Security cameras and recording devices

Security cameras throughout public areas of the building. They are always on.

Recording devices in bathrooms or dressing rooms are prohibited by the Peerspace Services Agreement.