Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo At Marunouchi

"With an emphasis on locally-sourced ingredients, French meets Japanese in the most tasteful way on the 39th floor." - The MICHELIN Guide

"Casual French dining overseen by Chef Daniel Calvert of SÉZANNE. Both prix fixe and à la carte offerings are served at lunch as well as dinner, so guests are spoiled for choice. Everyday bistro fare such as chicken-liver pâté, confit of pork belly and beef steak are raised to the height of elegance. Floor-to-ceiling windows afford sweeping views of the shinkansen bullet trains passing through Tokyo Station and the office towers of Marunouchi." - Michelin Inspector

"With just 57 rooms, the smallest Four Seasons in the world offers outsize luxury on arrival. Guests approaching by rail at nearby Tokyo Station—the terminal for Shinkansen, Narita Express, and all major bullet trains—can expect a memorable welcome: staff greet visitors on the platform and personally escort them to the property, on seven floors of the 31-story Pacific Century Place Marunouchi Tower. Rooms are outfitted in the modern, minimalist decor the brand is known for and mix wood, stone, and contemporary features like 3-D televisions and floor-to-ceiling windows. Head to MOTIF for French-Japanese fusion cuisine overlooking the city’s neon skyscrapers. If you prefer one-of-a-kind experiences, soak in the spa’s traditional onsen bath, hop on a chef-led tour of the Tsukiji Fish Market at dawn, or make your own piece of Japanese lacquer art in nearby Ginza."

"How did it strike you on arrival?Don’t expect a big five-star entrance where heels and voices ricochet off marble floors and up a grand staircase. The Four Seasons takes it down a notch at its location in quiet Marunouchi, where interiors stress a lounge-like atmosphere that's luxuriously intimate—with just 57 guest rooms. Sure, you'll catch a hint of polish here and there, but the overall vibe leans on cushy upholstered chairs, plush sofas, thick area rugs, and smooth wooden floors. The brand has little intention of matching Tokyo’s energy and instead lets it all go—this booking is about sitting back and relaxing. Nice. What’s the crowd like?Trust there won't be too many of them, considering the intimate room count. The typical Four-Seasons-or-bust loyalists are the stronghold. The good stuff: Tell us about your room.Rooms are relatively close to the thrumming streets, and yet sound pleasantly far away (an effect of triple glazed windows). Premier King rooms are dressed in neutral textures, from warm wood cabinets to cozy armchairs with matching ottomans. Touches are chic: Built into the wall, soft-coated headboards rise up and across the ceiling like a canopy, while floating bedside tables are topped off with Japanese-lacquer. Please tell us the bathroom won’t let us down.The bathrooms are lovely and minimal, with fixtures set in creamy granite surfaces all anchored by dark stone floors. Maybe the most important topic of all: Wi-Fi. What’s the word?Wi-Fi is strong, but only free for up to two devices (not uncommon for the Four Seasons brand). Anything stand out about other services and features? Whether it’s childcare, gyms, spas, even parking—whatever stuck with you.Motif Restaurant & Bar is a French affair with a laid-back vibe; it folds local Japanese ingredients into fusion cuisine. Bottom line: worth it, and why?For a Four Seasons, the design feels cut from a more relaxed cloth—but with the same level of service. Other hotels will bring more flavor, but this property is at the very least consistent." - Keith Flanagan