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Four and Five
Star First Class Hotels
Century
Hyatt
The Hyatt is situated in Tokyo's metropolitan
commercial center in Shinjuku, and the hotel is facing Shinjuku
Central Park, adjacent to Tokyo's most vibrant shopping
area. This hotel offers some of the finest in room amenities,
with fax or internet access(IPORT) available on request,
direct dial phones, beauty salon, shuttle services, a lap
pool, and 24 hour English speaking room service. Rates start
at about $300.
2-7-2 Nishi-Shinjuku,Shinjuku-Ku,Tokyo 160-0023,Japan
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Shinjuku
Prince
Shinjuku lies in the heart of Tokyo, and the Shinjuku Prince
is probably the most popular and well known of the hotels
there. Just minutes from bustling nightlife of the famous
Kabukui-cho district, the Shinjuku Prince has over 500 rooms
starting at around $125.00 a night including breakfast.
Shinjuku is the busiest train station in the world, and
convenient to the finest shopping, restaurants, and nightlife
that Tokyo has to offer. It is also just a short train or
taxi ride to Yoyogi Park (a real treat on Sunday afternoons),
the Olympic Stadium, Roppongi (a popular party spot for
young people), Ginza and numerous site seeing spots in Tokyo.
For a more detailed description of the Tokyo Prince, go
to www.princehotelsjapan.com .
Shinjuku Prince
Hotel
30-1, Kabuki-cho 1-chome
Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-8487
Japan
Phone: 81-3-3205-1111
Fax: 81-3-3205-1952
Keio
Plaza
Keio Plaza Tokyo is a deluxe hotel with over 1500 rooms,
offering a wide selection of superb guest rooms and excellent
service as standard for Inter-Continental hotels around
the world. It is located in the New Metropolitan Center
in Shinjuku, an area convenient for business and pleasure.
The Keio Plaza offers a great variety of outstanding restaurants
and bar/lounges, so guests can feast on some of the best
in Cantonese food and Italian dishes, dine casually in the
brasseries or enjoy the tastiest in French cuisine on the
44th floor of the Main Tower. The bartenders at the Keio
Plaza are renowned, and have won a number of national and
international awards for their cocktails. The Keio Plaza's
facilities range widely in size and decor from small rooms
for private parties to meeting space for seminars, and two
convention halls fitted with the best in sound and lighting
equipment, and equipped for simultaneous interpretation
into six languages. Rates are around $235 U.S. a night.
2-2-1 Nishi-Shinjuku,Shinjuku-ku, TOKYO 160-8330
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Tokyo
Dome Hotel
Located at the very center of Tokyo inside the cities main
train line (JR Yamanote Line), the Tokyo Dome Hotel is close
to some of Tokyo's most historic neighborhoods, sightseeing
interests and business centers, including the business and
financial districts of Marunouchi and Otemachi. There are
over 1000 rooms, 10 restaurants & lounges, 18 banquet
rooms, two distinctive chapels and other wedding facilities,
a business center, a child care room, and an outdoor pool.
Rates start at around $225 US.
1-3-61, Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-8562, Japan
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Akasaka
Prince
The Akasaka Prince Hotel is situated in the heart of the
business and government district by day and one of Tokyo's
premier entertainment areas by night, thereby making Akasaka
the perfect place to stay for the business and leisure traveler.
The Akasaka Prince Hotel is surrounded by beautiful Japanese
gardens rimmed with cherry blossom trees - a real treat
during the springtime Cherry Blossom festivals. The hotel
is a sparkling oasis within minutes of bustling shopping
areas, popular tourist sightseeing spots and the city's
dazzling array of entertainment attractions. There are over
750 rooms, many with beautiful panoramic views, all of which
have the ultimate in amenities. 60 of the rooms have full
internet access (at an additional charge), and the services
include a pool and a beauty salon. Prices begin at around
$300 US. For more details go to www.princehotelsjapan.com.
Akasaka Prince Hotel
1-2, Kioi-cho
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8585
Japan
Phone: 81-3-3234-1111
Fax: 81-3-3262-5163
Hotel
New Otani
The Hotel New Otani, another favorite five star hotel, lies
in Akasaka, and offer every amenity available for foreign
guests. One of its premier attractions is a 400 year old,
10 acre Japanese Garden, which allows for a tranquil escape
from the bustling city. Conveniently located in central
Tokyo, the hotel's room features include pay per view movies,
CNN and BBC television, bar, climate control, Japanese robes
and 24 hour room service. Starts at $300 U.S.
4-1 KIOI-CHO, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO, 102-1578 JAPAN
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Osaka
Hotels
Hyatt Regency Osaka
Osaka's only Business Retreat with resort facilities features
500 spacious rooms with panoramic harbor views. Conveniently
situated between Kansai International Airport and the city
center. Accessible to the nearby ancient cultural attractions
in Kyoto and Nara. Located in Cosmo Square adjacent to Japan's
largest international exhibition center, INTEX Osaka, the
Asia Pacific Trade Center and the World Trade Center. There
are 15 restaurants and bars offering Japanese, Western and
European cuisine. Extensive fitness, conference and meeting
room facilities (with state-of-the-art audio and lighting).
Rates are$300 U.S. to start.
1-13-11 Nanko Kita, Suminoe-ku, Osaka 559-0034, Japan
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Osaka
Tokyu
At the Osaka Tokyu, the rooms are characterized as very
spacious (for Japan) with amazing views all over the harbor
and to the mountains beyond. The decor throughout the hotel
is remarkable, with traditional woodblock prints and art
throughout. The bathrooms have black marble that surrounds
the basin area to contrast to the stylish tiling. You get
a private shower and a tub and an excellent selection of
quality soaps, shampoos, body lotions and other personal
care products. There are over 500 rooms, with rates starting
from about $275 U.S. for single occupancy.
7-20, Chaya, machi, Kita-ku, Osaka, Japan, 530
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Osaka
Tokyu Inn
Located in Umeda, the center of Osaka, walking distance
from JR Osaka Stn. Convenient for shopping, business and
leisure. An outdoor swimming pool is available (1 Jul-31
Aug). Part of the Tokyu Hotel Chain, this full service hotel
includes a 24-hour front desk, babysitting and child services,
a bar, two lounges, a barber and beauty shop, a business
center, car rental, CNN, free movies, a concierge, a drugstore,
a florist, Japanese tea service, laundry and valet services,
mail and postage service, meeting and banquet facilities,
a mini-bar, free newspapers, nightly turndown, non smoking
rooms and facilities, free parking, a steam bath area and
massagesÉand more. Around $215 U.S. to start.
2-1 Doyama-Cho,Kita-Ku,Osaka,530-0027,Japan
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
New
Osaka Hotel
The New Osaka Hotel offers the perfect combination between
traditional and modern Osaka with our whole heart. As a
gateway of Osaka, The New Osaka Hotel offers successful
business and graceful memories to you. The Hotel is conveniently
located near the Shin Osaka Station and is the bridgehead
of commerce in Osaka. Rates at about $150 U.S.
5-14-10 Nishi-nakajima,
Yodogawa-ku, Osaka, Japan
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Holiday
Inn Kansai Airport
Holiday Inn Kansai International Airport offers exceptional
service and decent accommodations. The hotel is conveniently
located close to the Kansai International Airport. It offers
complimentary shuttle bus to the airport. There is also
a 24-hour check-in/out system and the staff is prepared
to meet the business travelers' unique demands. This hotel
is unique in that its service exceeds the usual standards
of the worldwide Holiday Inn chain - but then again it also
costs a lot more. Starts at about $155 U.S.
3-3-34 Ichiba-Nishi Izumisano City OSAKA 598-0006 JAPAN
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Osaka
Castle
The Okawa River used to link the two ancient cities of Kyoto
and Osaka. Osaka Castle Hotel stands on the Osaka side overlooking
the river. Located right above Osaka Station and near Osaka
Castle, it offers easy access to areas of interest within
Osaka City and its neighboring city, Kyoto.Great accommodations
beginning at $145 U.S.
1-1 Temmabashi Kyomachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Esaka
Tokyu
The Shin Osaka Esaka Tokyu Inn is a superior tourist class
hotel located in the Esaka district near Shinosaka station.
The hotel is only minutes from the major business and commercial
district of Umeda. The hotel provides quick access to transportation
for travelers. A 24 hour front desk is available for the
guests. Begins at around $135 U.S.
9-6 Toyotsu-Cho, Suita, Osaka, 564-0051,Japan
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Kyoto
and Nara Hotels
Kyoto Takargaike
The Kyoto Takaragaike Prince Hotel is adjacent to the Kyoto
International Conference Hall in Takaragaike, north of Kyoto.
The hotel was designed by the late Togo Murano, an architect
who made valuable contributions to Japanese architecture.
Consideration has been given to the general design of the
building in order to match the surrounding setting. The
hotel offers wester as well as Japanese cuisine and a Japanese
tea house. There is also a souvenir shop, a business service
room, a wedding hall, a photo studio, a beauty salon and
parking. About $280 U.S.
Takaragaike, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 606-8505
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Kyoto
Holiday Inn
The Kyoto Holiday Inn has146 guest rooms as well as 4 suites.
Although part of the Holiday Inn chain, you can expect better
than usual service, amenities and rooms compared to Holiday
Inn hotels in North America. Rooms begin at $168 U.S. While
prices are non negotiable in Japan, check to see if they
offer discounts through Triple A, to students or credit
card holders.
36 Nishihiraki-cho Takano,Sakyo-ku
Kyoto 606-8103 Japan
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Kyoto
Tower Daini
Part of the Kyoto Tower Hotel chain, the Kyoto Tower Daini
is conveniently located in front of the JR Kyoto Station
which is useful if you plan or doing sightseeing or conducting
business. Kyoto Tower has department stores, a bank service,
restaurant floors, a hairdresser and a barber plus satellite
TV. Rates are $140 to start.
Nijo-jo-mae, Horika Wa-dori, Nakagyo-ku,
Kyoto 604-0055, Japan
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Karasuma
Kyoto
With one of the most convenient locations in the city, right
in the heart of the business district, the Karasuma Kyoto
Hotel provides easy access to all major transportation options.
A modern oasis of comfort within the busy city surroundings,
the hotel offers 255 rooms at a very reasonable cost. Facilities
feature six restaurants and a bar with a delicious variety
of cuisine, four large and medium-sized banquet rooms for
meetings, parties or get-togethers and a team of capable
staff ready to assist in any way that they can. Around $165
to start.
Karasuma-Shijo Sagaru Shimogyyo-Ku
Kyoto, 600-8412 Japan.
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Kyoto
Daisan Tower
The friendly hotel is a 3 minute walk from Karasuma Exit
of JR Kyoto Station on the JR Tokaido Shinkansen Line. Reasonably
priced and comfortable, the Kyoto is a good deal with rooms
starting at about $140 U.S.
Shichijosagaru, Shinmachi-dori,
Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-0000
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Kyoto
International
The Kyoto International Hotel is located across from Nijojo
castle in the center of Kyoto. The combination of the Japanese
gardens with swans swimming in the pond and the modern hotel
building makes this a unique international hotel loved by
foreign travelers as well as their families. There is an
incredible view from 'Starlight Bar' on the top floor which
overlooks the brilliant Nijo Castle. Rates at about $189
U.S.
Horikawadori Nijojomae, Nakagyo-ku,
Kyoto, Japan
Phone : (+662) 913-6030 Fax: (+813) 45123002
Ryokan
and Minshuku Accommodations
Tokyo
Location:
Near Shibuya, Central Tokyo
The Hotel Fukudaya is a ryokan that is located in a quiet
neighborhood of Tokyo, with close proximity to Shibuya Station.
It has 17 Japanese-style rooms which can accommodate up
to 39 guests. The Hotel Fukudaya is within easy access of
one of the city's most popular shopping and entertainment
districts. Guests can leave their luggage at the hotel prior
to check-in and after checking out. English is spoken. Prices
start at about $60.00 U.S. with no meals.
Hotel Fukudaya
4-5-9 Aobadai
Meguro-ku, Tokyo
153-0042
Central
Tokyo
The Homeikan Ryokan Hotel is located near Tokyo University
and Tokyo Dome, which provides guests with easy access to
Tokyo's sights and attractions. Homeikan Ryokan provides
traditional Japanese rooms with three public baths for the
guests, open 24 hours a day, and there is no curfew so guests
are free to enjoy the Tokyo nightlife. Prices are from around
$100.00
Homeikan Ryokan
5-10-5 Hongo
Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo
113-0033
Sadachiyo Ryokan, in Central Tokyo, offers rooms decorated
with antiques and traditional woodblock prints, giving one
the essence of the feeling of ancient Japan. There are 2
shared baths for the guests - one made of Japanese cypress
and another made of unique black granite.Very nice and traditional,
this first class ryokan is a real experience. Starting at
about $150 U.S. a night.
Sadachiyo Ryokan
2-20-1 Asakusa
Taito-ku, Tokyo
111-0032
Osaka
Kaneyoshi Ryokan
is located in the heart of downtown Osaka, so guests can
access all major transportation links as well as the city's
finest restaurants, stores, and nightlife. There are 15
Japanese-style rooms, accommodating up to 65 guests. Prices
start from about $100 U.S.
3-12 Souemon-cho
Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi
Osaka-fu
542-0084
Kyoto
and Nara
Kyoto
Unohana is a cozy ryokan with comfortable Japanese style
rooms, located in a quiet neighborhood in western Kyoto
near the world famous Golden Temple (Kinkakuji). Each room
has its own private bath and washroom, and the owners, Mr.
and Mrs. Yamamoto, really attempt to see that guests have
a comfortable and relaxing stay. Guests can enjoy excellent
homemade Japanese dinners and breakfasts (very unlike western
breakfasts!). Unohana also has a special treat...Mrs. Yamamoto
serves her own homemade tofu! This accommodation is a top
pick, but, please remember that they do not speak English!
Rates start from around $60.00 U.S.
UNOHANA
188 Shimodate-cho
Ninwajikaido, Sagaru
Omae-dori, Kamigyo-ku
Kyoto-shi, Kyoto-fu
602-8372
The Kamogawa Ryokan is conveniently located in downtown
Kyoto, with 31 traditional Japanese-style rooms. The rates
include breakfast (served in the privacy of the guest's
room). The Kamogawa Ryokan also has a women's bath and a
men's bath. It is located with easy access to the major
historical sights of Kyoto (the Heian Shrine, Nijo Castle,
and Chioin Temple are the most noteworthy attractions).
Rates begin at around $100 U.S.
Kamogawa Shinkan Ryokan
Sanjo Oohashi Nishizume
Nakagyo-ku
Kyoto-shi, Kyoto-fu
604-8004
Outside of
Central Kyoto (65 minutes by bus from Kyoto)
Shouenso Ryokan is one of the kings of ryokan. This very
large, spectacular ryokan with 56 rooms and accommodating
up to 350 guests, includes rooms with private outdoor hot
spring baths, and in the ryokan's new building all of the
rooms have their own wooden bath. Separate hot spring baths
and steam baths for women and men are found throughout.
Handicapped guests have access to their own private wooden
bath. In addition, you can experience the best of Kyoto-style
cuisine with dishes changing according to the seasons. There
are three karaoke rooms, two coffee shops, a bar, an open-air
lounge, an arcade and a souvenir shop.Well worth the bus
ride from outside the city. Prices begin at about $150 U.S.
Yunohana-onsen
Kameoka Kyoto-shi
Kyoto-fu 621-0034
Sakurai-shi,
Nara
The Kansuikan Ryokan sits in front of Nara's famous Hase
Temple, and has a comfortable and cozy feeling. There are
13 Japanese-style rooms and a shared hot spring bath for
the guests. From around $100 U.S.
909 Shorui
Sakurai-shi, Nara-ken
633-0112
Nara
Kankaso Ryokan is conveniently located just a few minutes
from Nara's main train station. It is beautifully located
and features two large baths for the guests to enjoy. A
gorgeous Japanese garden is the highlight here. Meals are
served either in the dining area or in the privacy of the
guest's room. Prices begin at about $175 based on double
occupancy.
10 Kasugano-cho
Nara-shi, Nara-ken
630-8212
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