A 5★ ryokan disguised as an urban palace, with a three-hectare historic garden in the heart of Tokyo.
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo
From
418.874 €
“Listed centenary Japanese garden, with cascades, pagoda and natural sea of clouds at daybreak.”
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo occupies a three-hectare estate in Bunkyo-ku, the former garden of a 19th-century prince. We pass camellia avenues, a three-storey pagoda, cascades that mask the city's noise. The rooms blend light wood, contemporary shoji and floor-to-ceiling windows onto the canopy (superiors overlook the garden, standards the avenue). The thermal spa draws from local hot springs, with outdoor rotenburo in volcanic stone. Three restaurants including a starred kaiseki, a gastronomic French and teppanyaki facing the garden. From 419 € a night, airport shuttle included. We come here to breathe without leaving Tokyo ✨
Who is it for?
Who we recommend it to
We recommend the Chinzanso to couples seeking calm without leaving Tokyo, to business travellers who want to unwind between meetings, to families looking for space. It's a hotel for those who prefer gardens to Shibuya's neon lights. The clientele mixes Japanese on weekends and foreigners fleeing urban bustle.
The building
Architecture and interiors
The Chinzanso occupies a three-hectare estate in Bunkyo-ku, the former garden of a Meiji prince from the 19th century. The main building dates from 1992, renovated in 2013, with a light stone facade and contemporary interiors. Rooms between 45 and 290 m², light wood, modern shoji, floor-to-ceiling windows onto the canopy. Superiors overlook the historic garden, standards the Mejiro-dori avenue.
At the table
Restaurants, bar, service
Three tables at the Chinzanso: Miyuki for the starred kaiseki facing the garden, Il Teatro Italian gastronomic, Mokushundo for teppanyaki. Japanese breakfast at Kinsui, Western buffet at Lobby Lounge. Book Miyuki two weeks ahead, omakase from 18 000 yen.
Highlights
- Historic 3 ha garden with 17th-century pagoda and morning mist phenomenon
- Thermal spa with rotenburo (outdoor bath) in Kyushu stone, cascade views
- Kaiseki restaurant Il Teatro with 12-course omakase menu, Tsukiji produce
- Rooms from 50 m², floor-to-ceiling windows, some with private terrace
- Direct shuttle to Narita and Haneda, 24/7 French-speaking concierge
Location & access
Where the hotel sits in Tokyo
The Chinzanso stands in Sekiguchi, residential district of Bunkyo-ku, between Ikebukuro and Shinjuku. Edogawabashi station (Yurakucho line) ten minutes on foot, Mejiro (Yamanote) twelve minutes. Free shuttle to Ikebukuro and Narita airport. Gokoku-ji shrine and Shin-Edogawa park five minutes away.
Good to know
Before you book
- Pets
- Dogs and cats accepted, 5 000 yen / night, basket provided.
- Children
- Free up to 12 years in existing bed, cot on request.
- Parking
- Private on-site parking, 3 000 yen / night, valet available.
- Spa
- Thermal onsen with outdoor rotenburo, 5 000 yen access for non-residents.
- Pool
- Heated indoor pool, open 6am–10pm, free for residents.
- Airport shuttle
- Free shuttle to Narita, book 48h ahead, three daily departures.
Facilities
1 pool
Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Fitness centre
Airport shuttle
Facilities for disabled guests
Spa and wellness centre
Restaurant
Room service
On-site parking
Wi-Fi available everywhere
Private parking
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Location
Where Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo is located
Exact address
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo
Address
Bunkyo-ku, Sekiguchi 2-10-8
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