6 hotels that will give you the best experience in Tokyo

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[Hotel K5]

After boldly giving up the high-rise view and night view, K5 took over the four-story old bank building and opened it after a drastic renewal. Unlike the heavy exterior of the building, the interior of the hotel is very new and innovative, actively arranging colors that are not normally used, such as primary colors of blue & red and intense yellow, and wooden furniture reminiscent of northern Europe & unique to southern countries. I think it gives the impression of being innovative because a lot of shrubs are placed inside.

If you are a frequent visitor to high-end hotels in Tokyo, you must have felt that you are tired of the similar sky view. It will add a new charm to your trip.

Boutique Hotel K5 is located right behind the Tokyo Stock Exchange in Kabutocho. It can be reached in less than 10 minutes by taxi from Tokyo Station. There is also a subway station within a 3-minute walk from the hotel, so it is conveniently located. There aren't many places in Tokyo where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city while having convenient transportation, and the Nihonbashi neighborhood is just that.

High-end hotels, including K5, are clustered near Tokyo Station. It is no exaggeration to say that the best hotels in Japan, such as Aman, Hoshinoya, Four Seasons, Shangri-La, and Palace Hotel, compete for one crosswalk. where it is.

In the case of the 4th floor Loft Room, the floor height is 4.5m, which is almost twice as high as that of the general rooms, so you can not enjoy the panoramic view, but you can feel an open feeling. Although the room charge is a little more expensive than the rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, I think the 4th floor loft is the best for fully feeling the charm of k5.

Inside the hotel, there is a Mexican restaurant that specializes in tacos, a stateless restaurant that sells natural wines, and a whiskey bar called Ao. All can be ordered in-room, and it is also good to eat directly at the restaurant. Ao's whiskey lineup is not extensive, but you can enjoy quality original cocktails.



Stay in K5 Loft Room
30,000¥~40,000¥ for 2 people per night

“The most stylish hotel in Tokyo”

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The Okura Tokyo Heritage Tower

“The essence of Omotenashi that makes you feel like you are at a luxury ryokan”

Traveling becomes a special memory just by walking on the street, but if you stay at a good hotel, the trip will go beyond special and will give you an impression that will not be forgotten for a long time. If you're looking for some of Tokyo's most impressive service, don't hesitate to visit The Okura Tokyo's Heritage Tower. In order to provide the best convenience and peace to a small number of guests, the Heritage Tower is staffed by dozens of service staff with years of experience and know-how, who provide very formal and high-quality omotenashi.

There are two buildings on the grounds of The Okura Tokyo Hotel: Prestige Tower and Heritage Tower. I put the record of staying at the Prestige Tower in the previous day log.

Although it is the same Okura Hotel, the Heritage Tower has a very different concept from the Prestige Tower. Prestige targets relatively young people, while Heritage targets elegant elderly couples in their 60s or older. A gentle and profound air flows throughout the building, and although many service staff are stationed there, they are placed out of sight, giving a private feeling.

All guest rooms at the Heritage Tower are all in-room check-in and check-out, and there is a steam sauna in the room. All guests can use the Executive Lounge free of charge and provide free breakfast/free valet/free press service. Amenities are unified with Bamford and THREE, and fresh flowers of Ikebana placed in all directions in the room make you feel the liveliness of the season. Overall, it is similar to Aman Tokyo's room design, but if Aman's rooms pursued simple/refined minimalism, the Heritage Tower's rooms emphasized beauty through filling.

For breakfast, be sure to try French toast at Nouvelle Epoque, French dining. You'll feel like you've been teleported to France's Auberge instead of Tokyo.

Heritage Room Accommodation
(All Heritage rooms have all-inclusive benefits)
2 persons per room per night 80,000¥-120,000¥

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Aman Tokyo

As you enter the lobby, the skyscrapers of Tokyo that can be seen from the front, along with the high-rise design that makes you look far above your head, give you a sense of openness that cannot be found anywhere else. As it is the highest-priced hotel in Tokyo, the use of space is very bold and gives the impression of luxury. Even if you simply enjoy a cup of tea in the lounge without staying overnight, you will be able to feel firsthand how bold Aman looked at the space.

There is an Italian restaurant Alba in front of the lobby, a lounge where you can enjoy afternoon tea and bar food, and a cigar room on the side. The Cigar Room is a very impressive space, so I will introduce it in detail in the next daylog.

Aman Tokyo is the only city hotel in the Aman group. Aman resorts are usually located in unpopulated (?) resorts or resorts, whereas Aman hotels in Tokyo are located in Otemachi, the heart of Tokyo.

The suite we stayed in today is 120 square meters in size, so it's the perfect luxury for two people. Some people may feel lonely because it is so spacious. The space is very Japanese and Japanese in accordance with the concept of Aman. The artworks and various artifacts placed in the room make you feel as if you are invited to a wealthy private home rather than a hotel.

The spa is expensive, but the swimming pool is free for hotel guests. The swimming pool is designed with the same height as the lobby, so you can feel a different charm. When the sun goes down, it gives you the feeling of being invited into a poem, as if you are swimming in a hazy sea of stars.

All the amenities consistently have a strong hinoki scent. I think it's intended to target foreign guests. However, personally, I feel somewhat regretful that the scent is too artificial and mismatched with the space.

Suite Room Accommodation
100,000¥~180,000¥ per night for 2 people per room
(Additional extra bed 18,000 yen per person can be added)

Spa & pool available
Cafe & dining lounge available
Cigar room available

No Executive Lounge
No smoking rooms available

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“Hotel where you can enjoy the most romantic sunset in Tokyo”

We introduce the Studio Room where you can enjoy the panoramic view of Tokyo city at a reasonable price than the premium suite we introduced earlier.

The size of the room is 60 square meters, which seems to be perfect for two people. It's not very spacious, but since it's a corner room, it feels more open than the standard standard room, so it looks bigger than it actually is. It's not a part of me to meddle with who you're staying with, but I think it's the best way to end the day if you're visiting with your lover.

All food in the hotel can be ordered for in-room dining, so you can make your room look like a private dining room if you wish. Breakfast can also be requested for in-room dining, but the lobby restaurant is always crowded, so it would be a good idea to order from room service.

Fourseasons at Otemachi
Studio room accommodation
50,000¥-70,000¥ per double room per night

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Mandarin Oriental Tokyo is a 5-star hotel that aims for the ultimate in luxury and contemporary design. It's like a hotel that perfectly portrays how modern Japanese design looks at space. Many hotels in Tokyo use the word 和Modern well, and the rooms are decorated in a balanced way so that both foreigners and locals can relate to each other.

In the case of the view from the rooms, there is a limit to feeling the sense of openness because it is blocked by a building in front, but on the one hand, it seems to contain a dynamic Tokyo image because the highway runs under the building. As expected, it is more of a dream than a dream, but when you look at it, you may wonder if it is an expression of modern Tokyo.

It is located within 10 minutes from Tokyo Station and has good accessibility as it is directly connected to the subway Mitsukoshimae Station underground passage. Also, the Mitsukoshi Department Store is just a minute away, so if you're in Tokyo for shopping, Mandarin Oriental is the perfect place for you.

The bath tub is much larger and spacious than the average of a 5-star deluxe room, so it will be the best choice for those who want to enjoy a relaxing bath time.

Lastly, before and after check-out, we recommend that you visit the Oriental Bar on the 37th floor. It's a great place to enjoy food and drinks as well as space. The hotel's Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant sense is also located in the hotel, and the Molecular bar, which has recently become a hot topic, is also located in Mandarin Oriental.

Mandarin Oriental Tokyo
Overnight in Mandarin Grand King Room

2 people per room per night around 40,000 yen

Uniqueness; There is a prepaid deposit equivalent to 70,000¥~100,000¥

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When you get off at Tokyo Station and go out in front of the Yaesu Exit, an amazing sight unfolds before your eyes. No matter which direction you look from left to right, there are no buildings other than high-rise buildings, and all the landscaping is surprisingly well maintained until you reach the imperial palace at the end of your frontal line of sight. Everyone passing by is in stylish attire, and no one makes a fuss. It's not that solemn atmosphere, though, and newlyweds who are passionate about photography in wedding dresses and suits are easy to find. If you sit in the plaza in front of the station for a moment and look at the scenery or people, no matter what the reality is, all the wealth and wealth that Japan enjoyed in the past will never fade away, and the glory of Japan will never fade and it seems like it will last forever. let me hear

The biggest attraction of Shangri-La Tokyo Hotel, which I felt, is that you can see Tokyo Station's Yaesu Square all day long. Shangri-La Tokyo often releases 36-hour stay plans at affordable prices, so it's a good idea to choose one that fits your itinerary.
After all, a hotel in Tokyo provides services that exceed expectations no matter which location you choose, and even if you are not impressed, there is no place that deviates significantly from your expectations, so I think the difference in small details and views determines the whole.

Like the Shangri-La Hotel, the interior of the rooms is modern, but you can find Chinese-style designs everywhere. All amenity uses Molton Brown, and a wide variety of amenities are available (toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, body cream, shower gel, bath salt, etc.) as well as cosmetics such as cleansing foam and moisturizing cream. Many) I think it would be enough for women to come empty-handed.

Shangri-La Tokyo
Deluxe Imperial Garden View King Room Accommodation
Around 40,000 yen per night in a double room