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    The Sacred Japan Collection

    Japan Tokyo, Kyoto & Onsen Sanctuaries

    Experience the pinnacle of Japanese hospitality — from glass tower urban sanctuaries overlooking Mount Fuji to kid-friendly Ghibli expeditions, slow-paced Karuizawa pine retreats, and honeymoon-worthy Naoshima art sanctuaries.

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    Kid-Friendly, Senior Slow Travel & Honeymoon Haven

    Every itinerary is tailored for your travel style — hands-on pop culture for families, flat unhurried paths for seniors, and exclusive romantic retreats for couples.

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    Kids & Family · Tokyo & Nagoya

    Context Travel docents, Ghibli Park Grand Warehouse & origami masterclasses.

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    Senior Slow Travel · Karuizawa & Tomonoura

    Cool pine air, flat paved promenades, accessible ryokans & calm inland sea ferries.

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    Honeymoon Sanctuary · Naoshima & Kyoto

    Tadao Ando architecture, private sunset island charters & Kaiseki dining.

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    Family Expeditions, Slow-Paced Retreats, Honeymoons & Cultural Masterclasses

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    Ace Hotel Kyoto architectural interior and design by Kengo Kuma — photo 1Ace Hotel Kyoto architectural interior and design by Kengo Kuma — photo 2Ace Hotel Kyoto architectural interior and design by Kengo Kuma — photo 3Ace Hotel Kyoto architectural interior and design by Kengo Kuma — photo 4Ace Hotel Kyoto architectural interior and design by Kengo Kuma — photo 5
    Verified 5-StarHigh Demand
    Kyoto, JapanFrom $420 / night

    Ace Hotel Kyoto

    A creative fusion of Japanese traditional craftsmanship and modern culture designed by Kengo Kuma, set in the historic ShinPuhKan building in central Kyoto.

    Property Highlights

    • Architecture by Kengo Kuma blending historic 1926 facade with modern design
    • Prime location attached to ShinPuhKan in central Kyoto
    • Stumptown Coffee Roasters & 3 chef-driven dining venues
    Standard Kings & Tatami Suites · Up to 4 Guests
    Dusit Thani Kyoto luxury hotel courtyard garden and traditional architecture — photo 1Dusit Thani Kyoto luxury hotel courtyard garden and traditional architecture — photo 2Dusit Thani Kyoto luxury hotel courtyard garden and traditional architecture — photo 3Dusit Thani Kyoto luxury hotel courtyard garden and traditional architecture — photo 4Dusit Thani Kyoto luxury hotel courtyard garden and traditional architecture — photo 5
    Michelin CulinaryWellness Haven
    Kyoto, JapanFrom $550 / night

    Dusit Thani Kyoto

    An elegant sanctuary in Kyoto's Hongwanji district seamlessly blending gracious Thai hospitality with timeless Japanese tradition, featuring Devarana Wellness spa and Michelin-star dining.

    Property Highlights

    • Tranquil location near Nishi Hongwanji Temple in central Kyoto
    • Devarana Wellness Spa with private treatment suites & indoor pool
    • Ayatana fine dining restaurant by Michelin-starred culinary directors
    Deluxe Rooms & Villa Suites · Up to 4 Guests
    Aman Tokyo suite floor-to-ceiling city skyline and Mount Fuji view Japan — photo 1Aman Tokyo suite floor-to-ceiling city skyline and Mount Fuji view Japan — photo 2Aman Tokyo suite floor-to-ceiling city skyline and Mount Fuji view Japan — photo 3Aman Tokyo suite floor-to-ceiling city skyline and Mount Fuji view Japan — photo 4Aman Tokyo suite floor-to-ceiling city skyline and Mount Fuji view Japan — photo 5
    Wellness HavenPrivate Sanctuary
    Otemachi, Tokyo, JapanFrom $2,400 / night

    Aman Tokyo

    An urban sanctuary occupying the top floors of the Otemachi Tower, blending traditional Japanese paper lanterns, engawa alcoves, and 2,500 sq.m Aman Spa with Mount Fuji views.

    Property Highlights

    • Occupies top 6 floors of Otemachi Tower with Mount Fuji & Imperial Palace views
    • 2,500 sq.m two-story Aman Spa featuring 30m indoor pool & traditional basalt baths
    • Musashi by Aman 8-seat exclusive Edo-mae sushi counter & Arva Italian restaurant
    Suites & Grand Residential Suites · Up to 4 Guests
    Aman Kyoto moss garden pavilion and forest setting Takagamine Japan — photo 1Aman Kyoto moss garden pavilion and forest setting Takagamine Japan — photo 2Aman Kyoto moss garden pavilion and forest setting Takagamine Japan — photo 3Aman Kyoto moss garden pavilion and forest setting Takagamine Japan — photo 4Aman Kyoto moss garden pavilion and forest setting Takagamine Japan — photo 5
    Michelin CulinaryWellness Haven
    Takagamine, Kyoto, JapanFrom $2,800 / night

    Aman Kyoto

    A secret 80-acre moss garden retreat at the foot of Mount Takagamine with private hot spring onsen pavilions, Ryokan aesthetic & Michelin-level Kaiseki.

    Property Highlights

    • 80 acres of secret moss gardens & stone-walled streams at Mount Takagamine
    • Natural mineral thermal hot spring onsen pools fed by local mountain springs
    • Taka-an Kaiseki restaurant with bespoke chef pairings & seasonal local produce
    Forest Pavilions & 2-Bedroom Washin Villa · Up to 6 Guests
    Amanemu villa private outdoor thermal onsen bath Ago Bay Japan — photo 1Amanemu villa private outdoor thermal onsen bath Ago Bay Japan — photo 2Amanemu villa private outdoor thermal onsen bath Ago Bay Japan — photo 3Amanemu villa private outdoor thermal onsen bath Ago Bay Japan — photo 4Amanemu villa private outdoor thermal onsen bath Ago Bay Japan — photo 5
    Michelin CulinaryWellness Haven
    Ise-Shima National Park, JapanFrom $2,150 / night

    Amanemu

    A tranquil sanctuary overlooking Ago Bay featuring mineral-rich outdoor thermal onsen springs, private ryokan suites, and pearl diver culinary journeys.

    Property Highlights

    • Private mineral-rich thermal onsen baths in every suite & villa terrace
    • 2,000 sq.m Aman Spa with two large outdoor thermal spring water pools
    • Overlooks sacred Ago Bay in Ise-Shima National Park, home of Ise Grand Shrine
    Onsen Suites & 2-Bedroom Private Villas · Up to 6 Guests
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    Family PreferredPrivate Sanctuary
    Tokyo, JapanFrom $420 / family

    Tokyo Family Exploration · Anime, Origami & Ghibli Magic

    KIDS & FAMILY HIGHLIGHT: Private Context Travel family docent, hands-on origami workshops, Pokemon Center VIP access, and Ghibli Museum magical storytelling.

    Property Highlights

    • Kid-specialized Context Travel docent guide for engaging hands-on learning
    • Ghibli Museum reservation & Asakusa traditional origami masterclass
    • Interactive Character Street & Pokemon Center VIP shopping escort
    Private Family Tour · Up to 6 Family Members
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    Family Preferred
    Nagoya, Aichi, JapanFrom $380 / family

    Nagoya & Ghibli Park Family Discovery

    KIDS & FAMILY HIGHLIGHT: Exclusive Ghibli Park Grand Warehouse entry, Nagoya Castle Samurai interactive show, and SCMAGLEV train simulator experience.

    Property Highlights

    • Guaranteed Ghibli Park Grand Warehouse & Dondoko Forest admission
    • Interactive Samurai & Ninja martial arts academy for kids at Nagoya Castle
    • SCMAGLEV & Railway Park bullet train driver simulator experience
    Private Family Package · Up to 6 Guests
    Karuizawa quiet alpine forest and traditional wooden retreat Japan — photo 1Karuizawa quiet alpine forest and traditional wooden retreat Japan — photo 2Karuizawa quiet alpine forest and traditional wooden retreat Japan — photo 3Karuizawa quiet alpine forest and traditional wooden retreat Japan — photo 4Karuizawa quiet alpine forest and traditional wooden retreat Japan — photo 5
    Wellness HavenPrivate Sanctuary
    Karuizawa, Nagano, JapanFrom $680 / night

    Karuizawa Alpine Forest Sanctuary

    SENIOR SLOW TRAVEL: Cool mountain pine air, flat paved forest promenades, elevator-accessible luxury ryokans, and gentle mineral hot spring soaking.

    Property Highlights

    • Flat paved forest walking promenades through cool mountain larch groves
    • 1-Hour Hokuriku Shinkansen bullet train ride from Tokyo Station
    • Full elevator accessibility & ground-floor private onsen baths
    Elevator Luxury Forest Ryokan Suite
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    Michelin CulinaryPrivate Sanctuary
    Tomonoura, Seto Inland Sea, JapanFrom $450 / night

    Tomonoura Historic Coastal Port Slow Escape

    SENIOR SLOW TRAVEL: Unhurried Edo-period port town, calm Seto Inland Sea vistas, flat stone promenades, and traditional wooden ryokan hospitality.

    Property Highlights

    • Flat stone-paved coastal harbor promenade with zero elevation gain
    • Calm, wave-free Seto Inland Sea passenger ferry to Sensui Island
    • Edo-period merchant house architecture & quiet teahouse lounges
    Accessible Harborview Ryokan
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    Honeymoon ChoicePrivate Sanctuary
    Naoshima, Kagawa, JapanFrom $1,250 / night

    Naoshima Art Island Luxury Sanctuary

    HONEYMOON HIGHLIGHT: Tadao Ando concrete museum architecture, private outdoor oceanfront infinity baths, Yayoi Kusama pumpkins & private sunset yacht charters.

    Property Highlights

    • Exclusive after-hours evening access to Chichu Art Museum & Monet room
    • Oval Suites connected to museum hilltop via private monorail
    • Private sunset catamaran charters around art islands Naoshima & Teshima
    Benesse House Museum & Oval Suites · 2 Guests
    Tokyo Tsukiji market sushi tasting food tour Japan — photo 1Tokyo Tsukiji market sushi tasting food tour Japan — photo 2Tokyo Tsukiji market sushi tasting food tour Japan — photo 3Tokyo Tsukiji market sushi tasting food tour Japan — photo 4Tokyo Tsukiji market sushi tasting food tour Japan — photo 5
    Michelin CulinaryPrivate Sanctuary
    Tsukiji & Ginza, TokyoFrom $185 / guest

    Tokyo Tsukiji Outer Market Omakase Sushi & Ginza Secret Food Walk

    ★ 5.0 Star Rated Viator Partner: Private culinary guide, A5 Wagyu beef skewers, tamagoyaki, fresh uni & master sushi chef omakase counter lunch.

    Property Highlights

    • 5.0 ★ Rated Private Culinary Expert Guide
    • 12-Piece Chef Omakase Sushi Lunch at exclusive Ginza counter
    • A5 Wagyu beef, sea urchin (uni), tamagoyaki & fresh oyster tastings
    Private VIP Tour · 2 to 6 Guests
    Kyoto Geisha Maiko tea ceremony Gion teahouse Japan — photo 1Kyoto Geisha Maiko tea ceremony Gion teahouse Japan — photo 2Kyoto Geisha Maiko tea ceremony Gion teahouse Japan — photo 3Kyoto Geisha Maiko tea ceremony Gion teahouse Japan — photo 4Kyoto Geisha Maiko tea ceremony Gion teahouse Japan — photo 5
    Private Sanctuary
    Gion & Higashiyama, KyotoFrom $650 / group

    Kyoto Exclusive Maiko Tea Ceremony & Gion Private Temple Stroll

    ★ 5.0 Star Rated Viator Partner: Private audience with an authentic Geiko or Maiko in a 200-year-old Gion teahouse, matcha ceremony & Koto music.

    Property Highlights

    • 5.0 ★ Rated Private Audience with authentic Kyoto Maiko/Geiko
    • Traditional Kyomai dance performance & live Koto zither music
    • Ozashiki Asobi traditional teahouse drinking games & Q&A session
    Private Exclusive Audience · Up to 6 Guests
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    Wellness HavenPrivate Sanctuary
    Mount Fuji & HakoneFrom $820 / group

    Mount Fuji & Hakone VIP Private Charter with Thermal Onsen Bath

    ★ 5.0 Star Rated Viator Partner: Private Alphard van, Fuji 5th Station, Lake Ashi pirate ship cruise, Hakone ropeway & private onsen springs.

    Property Highlights

    • 5.0 ★ Rated Private Toyota Alphard Luxury Van & Chauffeur Guide
    • Ascend to Mount Fuji 5th Station (2,300m elevation)
    • Lake Ashi scenic boat cruise & Hakone Ropeway cable car ticket
    Private Executive Charter · Up to 6 Guests
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    Michelin CulinaryPrivate Sanctuary
    Hiroshima & Miyajima IslandFrom $490 / guest

    Hiroshima Peace Memorial & Floating Torii Gate Miyajima Private Tour

    ★ 5.0 Star Rated Viator Partner: Bullet train transfers, UNESCO Peace Park, Itsukushima floating Torii Gate & wild Sika deer encounter.

    Property Highlights

    • 5.0 ★ Rated Certified National Licensed Guide
    • Reserved Shinkansen Bullet Train tickets (Green Car option available)
    • Miyajima Island Itsukushima Shrine & cable car to Mount Misen summit
    Private Tour · 2 to 6 Guests
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    Wellness HavenPrivate Sanctuary
    Niseko & Mount Shiribetsu, HokkaidoFrom $3,450 / day

    Hokkaido Niseko Private Helicopter Skiing & Deep Powder Safari

    ★ 5.0 Star Rated Viator Partner: Private chopper drop on Mount Shiribetsu for untouched Hokkaido powder, avalanche guide & hot spring retreat.

    Property Highlights

    • 5.0 ★ Rated Private Helicopter Heli-Skiing Drop (6 Runs Included)
    • Certified UIAGM / IFMGA Mountain Avalanche Guides
    • K2/Armada Powder ski or snowboard rental gear & safety transceivers
    Private Heli-Ski Group · Up to 4 Skiers
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    Private Sanctuary
    Asakusa, TokyoFrom $240 / participant

    Tokyo Private Samurai Sword Masterclass & Authentic Katana Cutting

    ★ 5.0 Star Rated Viator Partner: Wear traditional Hakama armor, learn Iaido sword martial arts from a master & perform real bamboo Katana cutting.

    Property Highlights

    • 5.0 ★ Rated Masterclass under 7th-Dan Licensed Samurai Master
    • Traditional Hakama armor fitting & commemorative photos
    • Tameshigiri: real steel Katana cutting on target bamboo poles
    Private Masterclass · 2 to 6 Participants
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    All-Inclusive LuxuryPrivate Sanctuary
    Dotonbori & Namba, OsakaFrom $165 / guest

    Osaka 'Nation's Kitchen' Street Food Tour & Private Dotonbori Boat Cruise

    ★ 5.0 Star Rated Viator Partner: Takoyaki, Kushikatsu, Kobe beef skewers, craft beer & private chartered night boat along illuminated neon river.

    Property Highlights

    • 5.0 ★ Rated Private Local Foodie Guide
    • Private Chartered Boat Cruise along Dotonbori Canal under Glico neon sign
    • Tastings: Takoyaki, Kushikatsu, A5 Kobe Beef & Okonomiyaki
    Private Night Tour · 2 to 8 Guests
    Club Med Kabira Beach turquoise lagoon and coral reefs Ishigaki Okinawa Japan — photo 1Club Med Kabira Beach turquoise lagoon and coral reefs Ishigaki Okinawa Japan — photo 2Club Med Kabira Beach turquoise lagoon and coral reefs Ishigaki Okinawa Japan — photo 3Club Med Kabira Beach turquoise lagoon and coral reefs Ishigaki Okinawa Japan — photo 4Club Med Kabira Beach turquoise lagoon and coral reefs Ishigaki Okinawa Japan — photo 5
    All-Inclusive LuxuryFamily Preferred
    Ishigaki Island, Okinawa, JapanFrom $480 / night (All-Inclusive)

    Club Med Kabira Beach

    All-inclusive tropical island resort on Ishigaki Island set along a turquoise bay, featuring windsurfing, trapeze academy, and Okinawa marine adventures.

    Property Highlights

    • All-inclusive gourmet dining, premium open bar & watersports
    • Pristine cove location inside Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park
    • Flying Trapeze academy, windsurfing & glass-bottom boat tours
    Family Superior Rooms & Ocean View Suites · Up to 5 Guests
    Renaissance Resort Okinawa oceanfront lagoon pool and beach Onna Japan — photo 1Renaissance Resort Okinawa oceanfront lagoon pool and beach Onna Japan — photo 2Renaissance Resort Okinawa oceanfront lagoon pool and beach Onna Japan — photo 3Renaissance Resort Okinawa oceanfront lagoon pool and beach Onna Japan — photo 4Renaissance Resort Okinawa oceanfront lagoon pool and beach Onna Japan — photo 5
    Family PreferredWellness Haven
    Onna Village, Okinawa, JapanFrom $390 / night

    Renaissance Resort Okinawa

    Family-friendly oceanfront resort on Okinawa's western coast featuring private beach lagoon, indoor-outdoor pools, splash water park, and dolphin lagoon.

    Property Highlights

    • Private oceanfront beach lagoon with water sports & splash water park
    • Indoor heated pool & outdoor lagoon pool with water slides
    • 10 restaurants serving Ryukyu BBQ, teppanyaki & Japanese breakfast
    Oceanfront Deluxe Rooms & Japanese Tatami Suites · Up to 5 Guests
    ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort Cape Manza ocean views Okinawa Japan — photo 1ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort Cape Manza ocean views Okinawa Japan — photo 2ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort Cape Manza ocean views Okinawa Japan — photo 3ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort Cape Manza ocean views Okinawa Japan — photo 4ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort Cape Manza ocean views Okinawa Japan — photo 5
    Private SanctuaryHigh Demand
    Cape Manza, Okinawa, JapanFrom $420 / night

    ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort

    A luxury cape resort surrounded on three sides by East China Sea turquoise waters, featuring Manza Ocean Park inflatable water park and Club InterContinental lounge.

    Property Highlights

    • Surrounded on three sides by East China Sea emerald waters
    • Manza Ocean Park giant inflatable ocean water park
    • Club InterContinental lounge with sunset cocktails & breakfast
    Club InterContinental Ocean Suites · Up to 4 Guests
    The Busena Terrace open air beach resort and cape view Nago Okinawa Japan — photo 1The Busena Terrace open air beach resort and cape view Nago Okinawa Japan — photo 2The Busena Terrace open air beach resort and cape view Nago Okinawa Japan — photo 3The Busena Terrace open air beach resort and cape view Nago Okinawa Japan — photo 4The Busena Terrace open air beach resort and cape view Nago Okinawa Japan — photo 5
    Wellness HavenPrivate Sanctuary
    Nago, Okinawa, JapanFrom $650 / night

    The Busena Terrace

    An open-air luxury beach resort on Busena Cape featuring butler-serviced cottage villas, open-air oceanfront dining, underwater observatory, and sunset cruises.

    Property Highlights

    • Prime position on private Busena Cape surrounded by coral reefs
    • Private pool cottages with 24/7 dedicated butler service
    • Underwater observatory tower & glass-bottom boat excursions
    Club Cottages with Private Pool & Ocean Suites · Up to 4 Guests
    Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island private island resort Okinawa Japan — photo 1Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island private island resort Okinawa Japan — photo 2Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island private island resort Okinawa Japan — photo 3Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island private island resort Okinawa Japan — photo 4Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island private island resort Okinawa Japan — photo 5
    Family PreferredWellness Haven
    Seragaki Island, Okinawa, JapanFrom $450 / night

    Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island Okinawa

    A resort destination set on a private island connected by bridge to Okinawa, featuring lagoon pool, saltwater pool, cliffside dining, and Spa Seragaki.

    Property Highlights

    • Set on a private island with 360-degree East China Sea vistas
    • Outdoor lagoon pool, saltwater pool & indoor heated pool
    • Spa Seragaki offering Okinawan botanical oil therapies
    Island Executive Suites & 2-Bedroom Beach House · Up to 6 Guests
    The Ritz Carlton Okinawa hilltop luxury golf resort and pool Nago Japan — photo 1The Ritz Carlton Okinawa hilltop luxury golf resort and pool Nago Japan — photo 2The Ritz Carlton Okinawa hilltop luxury golf resort and pool Nago Japan — photo 3The Ritz Carlton Okinawa hilltop luxury golf resort and pool Nago Japan — photo 4The Ritz Carlton Okinawa hilltop luxury golf resort and pool Nago Japan — photo 5
    Wellness HavenPrivate Sanctuary
    Nago / Kise, Okinawa, JapanFrom $780 / night

    The Ritz-Carlton, Okinawa

    A serene hilltop sanctuary surrounded by Kise Country Club golf course overlooking the East China Sea, featuring private plunge pool villas and Ritz-Carlton Spa.

    Property Highlights

    • Hilltop sanctuary framed by 18-hole championship Kise Country Club
    • Ritz-Carlton Spa set in a standalone forest pavilion with outdoor vitality pools
    • Chura Nuhji fine dining Italian & Kise authentic Okinawan Teppanyaki
    Presidential Suite & Private Cabana Rooms with Jacuzzi · Up to 4 Guests
    Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi sky suite Imperial Palace view — photo 1Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi sky suite Imperial Palace view — photo 2Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi sky suite Imperial Palace view — photo 3Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi sky suite Imperial Palace view — photo 4Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi sky suite Imperial Palace view — photo 5
    Michelin CulinaryWellness Haven
    Otemachi, Tokyo, JapanFrom $1,200 / night

    Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi

    Ultra-luxury sky sanctuary atop Otemachi One with panoramic Imperial Palace gardens views, a serene spa & MICHELIN-listed Maison Marunouchi dining.

    Property Highlights

    • Top six floors of Otemachi One with Imperial Palace garden views
    • 25-meter indoor lap pool & holistic spa
    • MICHELIN-listed Maison Marunouchi by Chef Daniel Calvert
    Sky Rooms & Suites · Up to 4 Guests
    JANU Tokyo Aman sister brand hotel Toranomon Hills exterior — photo 1JANU Tokyo Aman sister brand hotel Toranomon Hills exterior — photo 2JANU Tokyo Aman sister brand hotel Toranomon Hills exterior — photo 3JANU Tokyo Aman sister brand hotel Toranomon Hills exterior — photo 4JANU Tokyo Aman sister brand hotel Toranomon Hills exterior — photo 5
    Wellness HavenHigh Demand
    Toranomon, Tokyo, JapanFrom $850 / night

    JANU Tokyo

    Aman's sister brand lifestyle hotel in Toranomon Hills blending playful social energy with wellness, 6 restaurants & a 4,000 sqm JANU Spa.

    Property Highlights

    • Aman's sister brand in Toranomon Hills complex
    • 6 restaurants & bars with social dining concept
    • 4,000 sqm JANU Spa with thermal bathing circuits
    Lifestyle Rooms & Suites · Up to 4 Guests
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    Verified 5-StarHigh Demand
    Toranomon, Tokyo, JapanFrom $600 / night

    The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon

    Boutique lifestyle hotel by Ian Schrager & Marriott with a rooftop pool, signature nightlife & sophisticated design.

    Property Highlights

    • Ian Schrager & Marriott boutique lifestyle concept
    • Rooftop infinity pool with city skyline views
    • Blue Room signature dining & Punch Room nightlife
    Lifestyle Rooms & Suites · Up to 4 Guests
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    Curated AccessHigh Demand
    Toranomon, Tokyo, JapanFrom $450 / night

    Hotel Toranomon Hills (Unbound Collection)

    Hyatt's Unbound Collection lifestyle hotel in Toranomon Hills with a rooftop bar, Le Pristine dining & panoramic views.

    Property Highlights

    • Hyatt Unbound Collection lifestyle hotel in Toranomon Hills
    • Rooftop bar with panoramic Tokyo Tower views
    • Le Pristine dining by Chef Sergio Herman
    Lifestyle Rooms & Suites · Up to 4 Guests
    The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo Autograph Collection Japanese garden — photo 1The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo Autograph Collection Japanese garden — photo 2The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo Autograph Collection Japanese garden — photo 3The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo Autograph Collection Japanese garden — photo 4The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo Autograph Collection Japanese garden — photo 5
    Wellness HavenHigh Demand
    Takanawa, Tokyo, JapanFrom $400 / night

    The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo (Autograph Collection)

    Tranquil garden retreat hotel with Japanese gardens, a serene spa & traditional tea ceremony experiences.

    Property Highlights

    • Set amidst 2 hectares of historic Japanese gardens
    • Serene spa with garden views & wellness treatments
    • Traditional tea ceremony experiences
    Garden View Rooms & Suites · Up to 4 Guests
    HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO Luxury Collection garden onsen ceremony space — photo 1HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO Luxury Collection garden onsen ceremony space — photo 2HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO Luxury Collection garden onsen ceremony space — photo 3HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO Luxury Collection garden onsen ceremony space — photo 4HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO Luxury Collection garden onsen ceremony space — photo 5
    Michelin CulinaryFamily Preferred
    Kyoto, JapanFrom $900 / night

    HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO (Luxury Collection)

    Luxury Collection hotel beside the historic Mitsui family estate with a private onsen, garden ceremony space & MICHELIN-starred dining.

    Property Highlights

    • Luxury Collection hotel beside historic Mitsui family estate
    • Private natural hot spring onsen & Thermal Spring SPA
    • 300-year-old garden ceremony space for weddings
    Luxury Rooms & Suites · Up to 4 Guests
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    Michelin CulinaryWellness Haven
    Kyoto, JapanFrom $1,000 / night

    Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

    Luxury hotel set around an 800-year-old pond garden with a serene spa, MICHELIN-listed sushi & garden wedding ceremonies.

    Property Highlights

    • Set around an 800-year-old pond garden in Higashiyama
    • Four Seasons Spa with indoor pool & wellness
    • MICHELIN-listed Sushi Wakon & Brasserie dining
    Garden Rooms & Suites · Up to 4 Guests
    Hyatt Regency Kyoto Higashiyama hotel Japanese garden spa — photo 1Hyatt Regency Kyoto Higashiyama hotel Japanese garden spa — photo 2Hyatt Regency Kyoto Higashiyama hotel Japanese garden spa — photo 3Hyatt Regency Kyoto Higashiyama hotel Japanese garden spa — photo 4Hyatt Regency Kyoto Higashiyama hotel Japanese garden spa — photo 5
    Wellness HavenHigh Demand
    Kyoto, JapanFrom $450 / night

    Hyatt Regency Kyoto

    Elegant hotel in the historic Higashiyama district with a serene spa, Japanese garden & art-inspired interiors.

    Property Highlights

    • Elegant hotel in historic Higashiyama district
    • Steps from Sanjusangen-do Temple & National Museum
    • Rakan-no-Yu spa with natural hot spring baths
    Deluxe Rooms & Suites · Up to 4 Guests
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    Bespoke Travel Curation

    Curate Your Journey Through Japan

    Link an urban family stay in Tokyo with a sacred Kyoto moss garden ryokan or a Naoshima honeymoon retreat. Our advisor coordinates bullet train VIP seats, keyholder temple entry, Geisha tea audiences, and omakase reservations.

    Field Notes

    Travel Journal

    Stories from the places we send clients — and the hidden local spots our advisor reserves for you once you arrive.

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    Yamanashi, Japan

    Lake Kawaguchiko · Where Fuji Meets the Water

    Of the five lakes that ring Mount Fuji's northern flank, Kawaguchiko is the one that grants you the reflection — the inverted second peak that appears only when the wind dies down and the clouds cooperate. It is a place to arrive early, stay slow, and eat well.

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    Elegant Japanese kaiseki dining room with private table and Mount Fuji framed in a large window at dusk — photo 1Elegant Japanese kaiseki dining room with private table and Mount Fuji framed in a large window at dusk — photo 2Elegant Japanese kaiseki dining room with private table and Mount Fuji framed in a large window at dusk — photo 3Elegant Japanese kaiseki dining room with private table and Mount Fuji framed in a large window at dusk — photo 4Elegant Japanese kaiseki dining room with private table and Mount Fuji framed in a large window at dusk — photo 5
    Hakone & Kyoto, Japan

    Onsen, Kaiseki & the Quiet Kyoto Dark

    The path from Hakone's volcanic valleys to Kyoto's mossed temple gardens is a study in contrast — sulfur steam one morning, incense smoke the next. Between the two, the table tells the whole story of the journey.

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    Cozy hidden Japanese izakaya interior at night with warm amber lantern light, wooden counter, small plates and sake — photo 1Cozy hidden Japanese izakaya interior at night with warm amber lantern light, wooden counter, small plates and sake — photo 2Cozy hidden Japanese izakaya interior at night with warm amber lantern light, wooden counter, small plates and sake — photo 3Cozy hidden Japanese izakaya interior at night with warm amber lantern light, wooden counter, small plates and sake — photo 4Cozy hidden Japanese izakaya interior at night with warm amber lantern light, wooden counter, small plates and sake — photo 5
    Hokkaido & Tokyo, Japan

    The Izakaya Hour · A Night on the Counter

    The izakaya is Japan's answer to the question of where a traveler should go after the temples close. It is not a restaurant and it is not a bar — it is the third place, where the counter is the conversation and the food arrives in the rhythm of the evening.

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