The Luxe Side
of Japan
Exploring
The Palace
Hotel Tokyo
By Kimberly Fisher
T
okyo is one of the most
elegant, refined cities in the
world, and the appreciation
of true luxury is shown
throughout the city in its
cuisine, architecture and fashion.
Know for its natural beauty, history,
entertainment and expansive food
and drink options, Tokyo is a must
for any world traveler.
I had the pleasure of living in Tokyo
for 3 months in 2013, and gained
valuable insight to the city of
many delights.
Upon exploring, I discovered one of
the most notable accommodations
in the city, The Palace Hotel Tokyo.
Formerly an iconic 60’s hotel, the
historic property has since been
transformed by a three-year
restoration into a majestic
architectural masterpiece. It was
officially reopened in 2012, and
the award-winning hotel has since
been frequented by notable guests
from around the world.
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The hotel features 290 stunning
rooms & suites, 10 luxe restaurants
& bars, Japan’s only evian SPA and
incomparable views of the city’s
most rarified green space - the
Imperial Palace gardens.
Located right in the heart of the
Marunouchi business district and a
short walk from the Tokyo station
and the Imperial Palace, the hotel in
the perfect location for sightseeing
and getting around Tokyo.
Art aficionados will enjoy the
surprising collection of art curated
by local Art Front Gallery featured
around the hotel. Valued at over
1 million dollars, over 1,000 different
pieces add an elegance and
individuality to the hotel decor
not seen in most properties.
With 10 different dining options,
variety is the spice of The P alace.
From elegantly sophisticated one
Michelin star French food at Crown
to authentic Japanese with a view at
Wadakura to Old World Chinese at
Amber Palace, diners will have a
multitude of exotic choices. The
Grand Kitchen offers all day dining
options with an eclectic mix of
American, French, Italian and
Spanish. Hotel guests can also
indulge in 24 hour room service.
The hotel rooms feature
contemporary interiors, and the
design is sleek, yet comfortable,
with understated luxury features
such as 300-thread count Imabari
bed linens, Imabari towels and Anne
Semonin toiletries. The soft, airy
color palette of the rooms are
ultra-inviting, with white and light
greens framing a pristine wall of
glass. Guests staying in Club Rooms
or suites will enjoy access to a
private Club Lounge. Most balcony
suites have amazing views of the
city, and is a great way to start
or end your day with the exquisite
sunrise or sunset views.
The bathroom has a two entrances,
View from the lobby
of The Palace Hotel
one from the hallway and one from
the bedroom. No luxury has been left
out with a separate soaking tub,
in-mirror TV, separate rain shower
and Toto heated-seat toilet.
The hotel also keeps in mind its
most discerning travelers with the
creation of amenities such as the
Quintessentially Tokyo package.
Combining the best of arts,
gastronomy, culture and the natural
wonders of Japan, the package
combines a unique collection of
activities over a five-night, six-day
stay for easy travel options.
The tour starts of on day 1 with a
full-day art excursion lead by a local
expert from the Tokyo bureau of
Blouin ARTINFO, the world’s leading
art and culture curators.
Next up, guests get to explore a
one-on-one foodie tour with a local
culinary aficionado. Tour options can
be catered to individual needs and