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Puttin’ on the Ritz at the Ritz Carlton Tokyo

The lobby entrance is done up grandly in a massive 3-foot tall flower arrangement that is changed regularly….and then you head to the main registration floor (45th floor) and you are likely greeted by a smiling face but definitely by a sense of majestic openness. I loved staying at the Ritz Carlton Tokyo: their reputation for fabulous service precedes them and, in this case, is totally warranted. We are asked for our name and escorted to our room on the 52nd floor where our

2010/11/17

Be Business Chic at the Four Seasons Marunouchi

Tokyo is a city ripe with fashion and style, but it is equal parts business too so the accomodations at Four Seasons Marunouchi remind you of how stylish, hip and modern Japanese culture can be in the midst of power playing! Four Seasons Marunouchi soothes the senses of the business-minded with a neutral color palette throughout the hotel with splashes of vibrant color (the Japanese love color); has clean lines and modern amenities that remind you that you’re in a technology savvy

2010/11/09

Westin Tokyo: Well-Blended Japanese Business

We’re all familiar with the Starwood brand (my fave), so the Westin Tokyo is a natural option. Upon arrival, the entire lobby is decorated in Christmas decorations (BTW – Christmas is more of an intimate, couples Holiday while New Years is more family-oriented). The Westin Tokyo brings together the comforts of western living and several Japanese traditions. The hotel reminds you immediately of an American hotel with the heavier, baroque furnishings, but shows all of the wonderful trappings of Japanese culture like

2010/11/08

In Tokyo, Four Seasons Cuts Both Ways

14 hours of airtime, 2 hours of airport waiting-time and 2 hours of bus travel – you are officially ready to let is all go. Lucky you’ve arrived at the Four Seasons Tokyo Chinzan-so where you’re greeted by a warm smile, a courteous bow, and staff insistent on toting your luggage. The lobby quickly reminds you of old world comfort and, no matter where you’re from, a fancy home away from home. Having arrived at night, I wasn’t privy to

2010/11/05

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