Metropolitan Edmont Hotel’s Fire Safety Team Wins Excellence at Local Drill

Metropolitan Edmont Hotel's Triumph in Fire Safety Drill

Located in the heart of Chiyoda, Tokyo, the Metropolitan Edmont Hotel, under the guidance of General Manager Masaaki Kobayashi, recently achieved a remarkable victory at the fire safety training drill held by the Kojimachi Fire Department. On June 23, 2026, their self-firefighting team showcased their rigorous training, earning them first place in a competitive evaluation that included 27 teams from various establishments.

The drill aimed to enhance the skills related to initial fire extinguishing, communication, and emergency evacuations among the participating teams. The competition featured three categories: general team first fire hydrant, security team, and general team second fire hydrant. The Edmont hotel team excelled in the general team first fire hydrant category, significantly demonstrating their commitment to safety.

With a strong emphasis on guest safety, the Metropolitan Edmont Hotel prioritizes enhancing its disaster prevention framework daily. Leading up to the event, self-firefighting team members Tomoka Takazawa, Kazushiro Kasama, and Kiichi Kumagai underwent intensive training alongside their regular duties, adding pressure yet preparing them for the challenge. Their coordinated teamwork and swift, precise actions were highly evaluated during the competition, culminating in their impressive win.

The hotel is determined to use this victory as an opportunity to further elevate fire safety awareness amongst all employees, striving to become a hotel that guests can wholeheartedly trust for safety and peace of mind.

Leadership and Team Comments

- Guidance by Fire Prevention Chief Toru Nitta:

“The team trained with high tension every day. Their hard work paid off, and I am very proud.”

- Team Members Tomoka Takazawa, Kazushiro Kasama, Kiichi Kumagai:

“In training, we constantly simulated the scenario of an actual fire, maintaining an atmosphere similar to what we would face in a real situation. We are thrilled that our efforts led to this victory and intend to share the learnings and heightened fire safety consciousness with our fellow employees to enhance the hotel’s overall preparedness.”

About Metropolitan Edmont Hotel

Established on June 30, 1985, the Metropolitan Edmont Hotel operates under Japan Hotel Corporation, with facilities comprising two buildings: the main building and the East Wing. With a total of 666 guest rooms and venues for dining and events, including eight restaurants and thirteen banquet halls, it stands out as a comprehensive city hotel. Nestled in a lush green area of Iidabashi, where three stations and eight lines intersect, it harmonizes tradition with modernity, establishing its reputation as the “Gourmet Edmont.”

Location: 3-10-8 Iidabashi, Chiyoda, Tokyo 102-8130, Japan
Phone: 03-3237-1111
Website: Metropolitan Edmont Hotel

Dining Options

- French Restaurant “FOURGRAINS” More Info
- Japanese Cuisine “Hirakawa” More Info
- Teppanyaki “Yamahiko” More Info
- Sushi “Umihiko” More Info
- Dining Cafe “Beltempo” More Info
- Chinese Cuisine “Nangokuzukiya” More Info
- Bar “Carousel” More Info
- Bread & Sweets “Patisserie Edmont” More Info

Access

- Approximately a 5-minute walk from JR Iidabashi Station East Exit and JR Suidobashi Station West Exit.
- Approximately a 2-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Tozai Line Iidabashi Station A5 Exit.
- Approximately a 5-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line/Namboku Line/Oedo Line A2 Exit.