Women-Friendly Travel in Tokyo
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Mandarin Oriental Tokyo
This is one of Tokyo’s most lavish hotels housed in the Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower. This hotel is also located near the Mitsukoshi Mall. The architecture and the décor are contemporary- what is most unique about this hotel is that all the textile products used within have been produced expressly for this hotel by artisans from across Japan. Rooms are extremely large and spacious affording guests with the most stunning views of the city of Tokyo. In room facilities comprise of wireless internet, a DVD player, cable TV plasma screen, hairdryer, safe, coffee maker and a mini-bar. Hotel facilities include restaurants, bars, a fitness club and spa babysitting services, massage services, laundry services and a business center.
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Hotel Century Southern Tower
This hotel has a good location with Takashimaya Times Square Shopping Mall close by. The décor is contemporary. Rooms are comfortable affording decent views of the surrounding city. In room facilities include cable TV, a fridge, hot water pot and tea, hairdryer and safe. Hotel facilties include restaurants, a gym, convenience store and laundry services.
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Ginza Washington Hotel
This hotel has an excellent location with Matsuzakaya Shopping Mall close by. The décor is practical and down to earth. Rooms are not very big but are comfortable. In room facilities include cable TV, a fridge, hot water pot and tea, hairdryer and safe. Hotel facilties include restaurants, laundry and massage services.
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Annex Katsutaro
This hotel has a decent location. Although a ryokan this hotel’s architecture and décor is contemporary. The furnishings are simple and minimalist. In room facilities include a TV, fridge and hot water pot with tea. Hotel facilities include internet access and coin operated washing machines and dryers.
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Homeikan
This hotel does not have the ideal location, however, it is extremely charming and this charm lies primarily in the rich history and traditional architecture embodied in the three buildings that make up this hotel. Guests will learn about authentic traditional Japanese culture. The décor is beautiful- wood, bamboo, stone and pebble pathways, gardens and ponds adorn the area. In room facilities include a TV, safe, mini bar and hot water pot with tea. Address: 5-10-5 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Ueno Tel: 03-3811-1187 Website: www.homeikan.com
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Okura Hotel
This is another of Tokyo’s extravagant hotels. It is located near the American embassy and is popular amongst tourists. The architecture and the décor unlike, other lavish hotels in and around Tokyo, are more on the traditional side- dark wood and traditional Japanese screens have been used extensively. The staff is helpful and friendly. Rooms are extremely large and spacious. In room facilities comprise of wireless internet, cable TV, hairdryer, coffee maker and a mini-bar. Hotel facilities include restaurants, bars, a gym and spa, swimming pools, sauna, babysitting services, massage services, laundry services, a salon, a shopping arcade and a business center. In addition there is a pharmacy and an in-house dentist. Moreover shuttle service to the nearest subway stations is also provided.
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Park Hyatt Tokyo
This is one of Tokyo’s most extravagant hotels housed in the Shinjuku Park Tower- a glass architectural marvel in itself. The architecture and the décor is contemporary. Rooms are extremely large and spacious affording guests with the most stunning views of the city of Tokyo. Everybody who’s anybody comes and stays here. In room facilities comprise of wireless internet, a DVD player, cable TV plasma screen, printer, hairdryer, safe, coffee maker and a mini-bar. Hotel facilities include restaurants, bars, a fitness club and sauna, a swimming pool, a salon, babysitting services, massage services, a business center, a library and shuttle service to the nearest metro station.
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Royal Park Hotel Tokyo
This is one of Tokyo’s most popular hotels. The location of this hotel is excellent- it is located near the Tokyo station and the Tokyo City Air Terminal. The staff is helpful and efficient too. In room facilities comprise of wireless internet, a DVD player, cable TV, hairdryer, safe, coffee maker and a mini-bar. Hotel facilities include restaurants, bar, a fitness club, a swimming pool, a shopping arcade; babysitting services, massage services, and a business center. Address: 2-1-1 Nihombashi-Kakigara-Cho, Chuo-ku Tel: 03-3667-1111 Website: www.rph.co.jp
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The Ritz-Carlton Tokyo
This is another of Tokyo’s extravagant hotels. It is located within the tallest building of Tokyo. The architecture and the décor are contemporary- minimalist furnishing, marble floors, modern art, glass sculptures dot the hotel lobby. Rooms are extremely large and spacious. In room facilities comprise of wireless internet, cable TV, hairdryer, safe, coffee maker and a mini-bar. Hotel facilities include restaurants, bar, a gym and spa, a swimming pool, babysitting services, massage services, laundry services and a business center. Address: 9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Roppongi and Akasaki Tel: 03-3423-8001 Website: www.ritzcarlton.com
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Park Hotel Tokyo
This hotel has a good location. The décor is lovely with an emphasis on all things natural and organic. Room are small but comfortable and clean. In room facilities include cable TV, hot water pot and tea, hairdryer and safe. Hotel facilties include restaurants, bar, laundry and massage services and a business center. Address: 1-7-1 Higashi Shimbashi, Shiodome Media Tower, Minato-ku Tel: 03-6252-1111 Website: www.parkhoteltokyo.com
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Sadachiyo Sukeroku-no-yado
This hotel has a good location. The décor is traditional and absolutely delightful; paper lanterns, wooden carved furniture, antiques, bamboo screens and stone walls deck the place. Rooms are comfortable. In room facilities include cable TV, a fridge, hot water pot and tea, hairdryer and safe. Hotel facilties include a restaurant and massage services. Address: 2-20-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku Tel: 03-3842-6431 Website: www.sadachiyo.co.jp
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Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu
This hotel has a good location with Mark Shopping Mall located beneath it and the station close by. It is extremely busy and very popular with tourists. The décor is contemporary and simple. Rooms are comfortable affording decent views of the surrounding city. In room facilities include cable TV, a fridge, hot water pot and tea, hairdryer and safe. Hotel facilties include restaurants, and laundry services. Address: 1-12-2 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku Tel: 03-5457-0109 Website: www.tokyuhotelsjapan.com
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Asia Center of Japan
This hotel has an excellent location and is excellent value for money. It is a popular choice amongst tourists visiting Tokyo. Rooms are extremely small but clean. The décor is very simple. In room facilities include a cable TV, fridge, hairdryer and hot water pot with tea. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, internet access and coin operated washing machines and dryers. Address: 8-10-32 Akasaka, Minato-ku Tel: 03-3402-6111 Website: www.asiacenter.or.jp
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Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu
This hotel has an excellent location with the Sensoji Temple located nearby. Un-fussed best describes the ambience of this restaurant. The décor is simple and elegant. Rooms are comfortable and clean. In room facilities include a TV, hairdryer, mini bar and hot water pot with tea. Hotel facilities include a restaurant and internet access. Address: 1-31-11 Asakusa, Taito-ku Tel: 03-3843-2345 Website: www.shigetsu.com
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Ryokan Sawanoya
This hotel does not have the ideal location; however, it is extremely charming. Intimate best describes the ambience of this hotel. The décor is simple and traditional Japanese at its best. In room facilities include a TV, hairdryer and hot water pot with tea. Hotel facilities include internet access, coin operated washing machines and dryers, irons and bicycles that can be rented. Address: 2-3-11 Yanaka, Taito-ku Tel: 03-3822-2251 Website: www.sawanoya.com
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Isetan
This department store caters to the well to do residents of Tokyo. International as well as local labels and big names in fashion exhibit their collections here. These include the likes of Ferragamo, Marc Jacobs, Issey Miyake and Yohji Yamamoto.
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Japan Sword
This is a must stop for any tourists visiting Tokyo. As evident from the name this store specializes in the production and sale of swords. A diverse range of these swords and accessories accompanying the swords are placed here. The original swords dating back to as far back as Samurai presence in Japan are exorbitantly priced but there are replicas which are relatively inexpensive. The range of swords exhibited here is truly fascinating. Address: 3-8-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku Tel: 03-3434-4321 Website: www.japansword.co.jp
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Japan Traditional Craft Center
This center is huge and sells a vast variety of beautiful Japanese arts and crafts. These include both traditional as well as modern pieces. Items sold here include textiles, ceramics, calligraphy, bamboo and paper objects, brushes, lanterns, furniture etc. These are of excellent quality and reflect beautiful craftsmanship. Prices are very high but worth it. Address: 1-11-1 Nishi Ikebukuro, Metropolitan Plaza Building Tel: 03-5954-6066 Website:
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Mitsukoshi
This is one of Tokyo’s oldest department stores. Its grandeur is still reflected in its architecture. Its origins can be traced back to the latter half of the 17th century in its humble beginnings as a store selling kimonos. Today, in addition to the traditional Japanese dress, it houses renowned international labels such as Chanel, Christian Dior, Fendi- you name it. Address: 1-4-1 Nihombashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku Tel: 03-3241-3311 Website:
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Parco
This shop comprises of three buildings, two of which house apparel and the third of which houses furniture items and decoration pieces. The collections of local and international well established designers including Vivienne Westwood, Yamamoto and Chisato are on display here in addition to those of up and coming designers who have produced clothes and accessories catering to the youth of Tokyo.
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Takashimaya Times Square
This department store is colossal with ten floors containing everything from apparel, shoes, accessories, music, electronics, bookstores, arts and crafts as well as food courts. This is a very popular shopping complex amongst the wealthy citizenry of Tokyo. Prices are sky high.
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Wako
This department store is a delight to visit. It meets the needs of the wealthier citizenry of Tokyo. Housed in a beautiful old dwelling dating back to the 1930s; the store provides the customer with well known labels specializing in apparel, accessories, shoes, cosmetics and other luxury items. Prices are very high but worth it. Address: 4-5-11 Ginza, Chuo-ku Tel: 03-3562-2111 Website:
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Hashi Ginza Natsuno
This is a wonderful small shop, and very easy to miss. It specializes in chopsticks and chopstick holders. It’s quirky, but delightful. Address: 5-4-2 178 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku Tel: 03-3403-6033 Website:
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Hayashi Kimono
This shop specializes in Kimonos and has been present in Tokyo since the early part of the 20th century. A variety of Kimonos of differing design and in varying materials are sold here. From every day Kimonos in cotton, to wedding kimonos in silk- this is the place to choose one for yourself. Address: 2-1-1 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku Tel: 03-3501-4012 Website: