5 modern Japanese luxury hotels in Tokyo. Pay attention to Japanese style!

Due to the increase in the number of foreign tourists visiting Japan and the hosting of the Tokyo Olympics, Tokyo continues to see a rush of hotel openings. Tokyo is home to many coveted hotels, with famous Japanese hotels and world-class hotel brands opening their doors one after another. Of particular note is a modern hotel that pursues a ``Japanese'' style that is recommended to overseas guests. The sophisticated space is recommended not only for traveling, but also as a place to entertain important guests. In this article, we will introduce five highly recommended hotels that exude the Japanese spirit, so please take a look at them.

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The popular Hoshinoya opened HOSHINOYA Tokyo in Otemachi in 2016. It has a unique construction with small inns stacked on top of each other in the shape of a tower, and the exterior is covered with cutouts of Edo komon patterns.

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The first thing that catches your eye when you enter the entrance is the bamboo shoe racks lined up along one wall and the long tatami-floored hallway. At HOSHINOYA Tokyo, you take off your shoes here and move around the entire building barefoot.

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The rooms have a modern design with tatami flooring. What you can see behind the shoji window is the Edo Komon pattern that covers the outside of the building. While looking out at the cityscape, you can also feel the atmosphere of a good old Japanese ryokan.

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There is a tea room lounge on each floor where guests can come and go freely. This is a place where you can enjoy drinks such as green tea and coffee, as well as sweets, and enjoy interacting with other guests.

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"Aman Tokyo" is the first urban hotel produced by "Aman", which develops popular resort hotels around the world. The location is on the 6th floor of the high-rise office building "Otemachi Tower" in Otemachi.

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The lobby has an open design that incorporates the tastes of Japanese gardens and Japanese houses. The center of the space is decorated with seasonal flowers and plants, and the ceiling is 30 meters high.

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The guest rooms, which are said to have been inspired by Japanese dwellings, effectively use materials such as wood and Japanese paper. The tasteful design will make you feel at home.

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There is also a relaxing space like this by the window overlooking the city of Tokyo. It seems that you can spend a relaxing time surrounded by a wonderful interior!

Takanawa Hanakoro is a 16-room ryokan that was established inside Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa. The independent entrance makes it feel like an art museum.

The carefully selected guest rooms have a calm atmosphere reminiscent of a Japanese ryokan. The interior such as sofas and low beds are in harmony with nature, and the design is an exquisite fusion of Japanese and Western styles.

And on the floor, there is a lounge "Ousai" exclusively for "Takanawa Hanakohro". You can enjoy various Japanese-themed menus depending on the time of day, such as breakfast, tea time, cocktail time, and nightcap.

Also, be sure to visit the hotel's proud Japanese garden. The area is about 20,000 square meters. In the park, you can appreciate seasonal flowers and plants, as well as historic sites.

Hotel Gajoen Tokyo was renovated from the former Meguro Gajoen in April 2017. The front entrance with a splendid tiled roof, which is rare for hotels in Tokyo, exudes the dignity of a long-established hotel with a long history.

The garden inside the hotel is a dynamic structure that makes you feel as if you are in the middle of nature. The highlight is the waterfall that flows through the trees! With plenty of negative ions, you can enjoy a relaxing stroll.

Artworks that have been treasured since the company's founding have been relocated inside the building. In this unique space with a futuristic atmosphere, you can take your time to appreciate each piece, just like in a museum.

Of course, the Japanese taste extends to the guest rooms as well. There are a limited number of 60 rooms in total, all of which are luxuriously spacious at over 80 square meters. Some rooms have a living space with tatami flooring, so you can fully heal the fatigue of your travels.

"Hotel Niwa Tokyo" is located a 3-minute walk from Suidobashi Station on the Chuo Line or Sobu Line. This is a popular hotel with many repeat customers, with its calm, hideaway-like atmosphere.

As the name "Hotel in the garden" suggests, the hotel boasts a beautifully maintained courtyard. You will be soothed by the murmuring of water flowing from the large rocks and seasonal flowers.

The guest rooms are designed with an exquisite Japanese taste in a Western style. The elegant interior is filled with soft light that shines through the shoji screens.

A restaurant is located in the area facing the courtyard. This is Yukuri, where you can enjoy authentic kaiseki cuisine in a casual atmosphere. It's great not only for staying overnight, but also for anniversary meal!

Japanese-style hotels that incorporate modern elements offer fresh surprises even for us Japanese people. Why not enjoy a special time at a hotel with such an atmosphere?