Several great hotels have opened in Tokyo in the last year and one important hotel finally reopened after a major refurbishment (the Park Hyatt Tokyo). Here are my favorite new hotels in Tokyo in all budget categories as of January 2026.
This one-day Tokyo foodie itinerary takes you through some of the highlights of Tokyo’s vast culinary scene. It includes the famed Tsukiji Market, fabulous snacks, the best pizza in Tokyo, and glorious Japanese beef.
Located high atop a tower in Nihonbashi, within walking distance of Tokyo Station, the Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo may be the best hotel in Tokyo.
During the summer climbing season, it’s possible to take a direct bus from Shinjuku to the Fifth Station on the shoulder of Mount Fuji and climb it from there. Or, you can just take a stroll along the shoulder of the mountain. Here is our guide to climbing or visiting Mount Fuji from Tokyo.
For all the essentials, see my First Time In Tokyo guide
For ideas on how to structure your trip, see my list of Tokyo Itineraries
Here’s a comprehensive list of Things To Do In Tokyo for inspiration and to book ahead where necessary
Do you want help planning your Japan trip? My team of Japan experts at Japan Travel Consulting can help
See my one page guide on Where To Stay In Tokyo for the best neighborhoods and my top hotel picks in every price range
There have been some superb new hotels opening in Tokyo in recent years – see Tokyo’s Best New Hotels for an overview
You can buy a Japan eSim or SIM card or an unlimited data pocket wifi router online before you arrive in Japan for collection on arrival
View my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
See if the Japan Rail Pass is right for you
Why it’s essential to have travel insurance for Japan
Travellers to Japan no longer need to supply proof of Covid vaccination or a negative test. We have all the latest news on visiting Japan
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