Where thriving cities buzz with high-tech energy and larger-than-life landscapes astonish with their wonderful variety, the Land of the Rising Sun is an adventure for all tastes. Rich in culture and tradition, Japan is fascinating to explore with its tranquil temples, Shinto shrines and age-old ceremonies. But while graceful Geishas can be found in Kyoto, neon nirvana can be found in Tokyo.
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Placed high above the city, Aman Tokyo is a sanctuary showcasing sleek design and rooted in ritual. There is an ideal balance between modern urbanism and cultural representation. Gorgeous flower displays, and vast platforms blur the lines between the indoors and outdoors making guests feel as though they are floating high above the city. Aman Tokyo also features ryokan-style rooms and an Aman Spa which are among the largest within the city. Set within a bustling city, Aman Tokyo allows for luxury travellers to escape and realize a sense of serenity. With a combination of escapes, dining, and wellness, guests will be able to find all that they need at Aman Tokyo. In addition to all that, the hotel offers unbelievable views of the Imperial Gardens, Tokyo Skytree, and Mount Fuji, all of which can be explored outside the hotel at a personalised pace. Aman Tokyo is an oasis away from it all yet still located in the popular Financial District.
Ancient ritual meets contemporary expression as impeccable hospitality is exhibited within every aspect of a holiday retreat at Amanemu. Nestled on the shores of Ago Bay, guests can enjoy regional cuisine featuring rare delicacies, sacred forests full of cultural significance, explorations into the crystal-clear waters of the Pacific, or simply relaxing in the spa enjoying the mineral-rich surroundings. Amanemu focuses on wellness and offers luxury travellers the opportunity to partake in Wellness Immersion Programmes or simply be pampered within the Aman Spa. The Aman Spa is a holistic experience in which guests can sample a variety of techniques and treatments native to the region while viewing a beautiful garden. Another form of relaxation comes from submerging oneself in outdoor thermal springs full of mineral-rich natural spring water. The Amanemu Wellness Programme is a full day retreat where guests begin with a yoga session followed by an aquatic bodywork session and finishing the day with a rebalancing body massage. Centered around well-being and hospitality, Amanemu works to create one-of-a-kind holidays in a serene and beautiful location.
Grounded in tradition, Four Seasons Kyoto features an abundance of ancient themes to transport luxury travellers into an ancient Japanese world. With slender bamboo leading guests to a secret hideaway within the temple district, an 800-year-old Shakusuien, and a pond garden, guests will be able to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of Japan. Four Seasons Kyoto invites guests to be pampered in ancient healing rituals at the Spa, enjoy a private tea ceremony, or indulge on Michelin-starred dining. Unique to Four Seasons Kyoto, guests journey down a hidden path to a traditional tea house where sweets and matcha tea is served within the beautiful pond gardens. Similarly, for a traditional meal prepared by a Michelin-starred chef, guests can dine on exceptional dishes made from fresh ingredients from Tokyo’s infamous Tsukiji market. Sushi and seafood are the main highlights on menu at this lovely, intimate restaurant.
Located on the grounds of Kan’in-no-miya Villa, a former summer villa of the Imperial Family, is Gora Kadan, a luxury villa showcasing the best of Japanese culture. Blending Japanese tradition with modern amenities, guests can enjoy so many amazing opportunities while staying at Gora Kadan. The main features of Gora Kadan include the hot spring water that flow from the source all throughout the villa and the kaiseki cuisine prepared with fresh and local ingredients. Relaxation is a significant part of a stay at Gora Kadan. The Kadan Spa offers many treatments and massages within an exotic building capturing the essence of nature which is also prevalent in the large public spas. The outdoor public spas feature the alkaline hot spring waters from onsite wells that rejuvenate travellers to ease daily fatigue. Steam saunas and bedrock baths can also be enjoyed by travellers to further relaxation and provide a detox effect. Gora Kadan is a place of beauty and serenity focused on natural amenities and the healing powers of nature.
Breath-taking views of Tokyo are available to all luxury travellers staying at the Mandarin Oriental Tokyo. Every suite within the hotel features impeccable views of the Tokyo skyline. With modern style and excellent service, Mandarin Oriental Tokyo prides itself on the state-of-the-art technology, infamous spa, and exceptional restaurants. Within the sky-high spa, guests can receive an abundance of treatments and massages that work to rejuvenate the mind and body. With unique heat and water experiences, guests will receive the ultimate pampering without sacrificing time taking in gorgeous views. In addition to the fabulous spa, Mandarin Oriental Tokyo also offers one-of-a-kind dining experiences for worldly travellers. With 11 different restaurants and bars, three of which are Michelin-starred, guests will not be disappoint nor will they be hungry. Menus feature French, Cantonese, Spanish, Japanese, Mediterranean, and Italian cuisine while small shops and bars serve cocktails, tea and sweet treats. Mandarin Oriental Tokyo offers guests the best and a holiday here will not disappoint.
There is no view of the city quite like the one travellers will get at the top of the Palace Hotel Tokyo. With a pristine location opposite the Imperial Palace gardens the Palace Hotel Tokyo is a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star hotel featuring the most impressive hospitality and ideal accommodations. It is here where guests will be able to experience serene and refined service within a luxurious setting. Although refined and elegant, the Palace Hotel Tokyo pays homage to the legacy of Tokyo dating back more than half a century. This modern masterpiece supports the country’s cultural attributes and does not disregard the practice of Japanese hospitality. To accompany the service and hospitality, the Evian SPA TOKYO is the place to be. With panoramic views of the Palace gardens and sleek modern designs, Evian is the most refined spa in Tokyo. Showcasing French and Asian therapies and a variety of public and private facilities, no trace of stress is to be found within. The Palace Hotel Tokyo is for the elite therefore it ensures that it provides service of the highest-class.
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