Takanawa Tokyo, Japan
Opened
1982
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Classic LocalOutside the door
The house
Prince HotelsSculpted modernist oasis
Sculpted white brick facades and organic interior curves open directly onto five acres of Japanese strolling gardens and koi ponds.
What it’s good at
Notable
Togo Murano sculpted this 1982 modernist landmark with organic curves, open balconies, and textured white-brick facades.
Notable
An institutional Tokyo address hosting the annual Japan Academy Film Prize inside the column-free Hiten grand hall.
Listed
Direct access to five acres of traditional strolling gardens featuring koi ponds and historic wooden teahouses.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
A five-minute stroll reaches Shinagawa Station, connecting seamlessly to Shinkansen bullet trains, regional rail, and direct lines to Haneda Airport.
The rooms
Every room opens onto a private open-air balcony, offering leafy garden views or city panoramas rare in central Tokyo.
The outdoor pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Two outdoor pools open in summer, including the Diamond Pool set right in the Japanese garden.
At the table
Asama Main Bar pours Japanese whisky under five-meter ceilings, and Lounge Momiji hosts weekend grand piano performances.
How it began
The property was conceived with the cavernous Hiten hall, whose swirling entrance leads to an undulating ceiling inlaid with Akoya oyster shells.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.