Slated for March 2026, 1 Hotel Tokyo marks the brand’s highly anticipated debut in Japan, with its nature-infused space in the heart of one of the world’s most innovative cities…
Reflecting a shared ambition to create a hotel that looks to the future – combining elevated design with environmental responsibility – 1 Hotel Tokyo is the result of a longtime collaboration between 1 Hotels and Mori Trust, a pioneering name in Japanese hospitality and real estate. The property will anchor the next-generation Tokyo World Gate Akasaka, which brings together offices, retail, and culture in a pedestrian-friendly setting.
Located on the 38th to 43rd floors of the Akasaka Trust Tower, 1 Hotel Tokyo showcases sweeping views of the Imperial Palace gardens, Tokyo Tower, and the city skyline. Biophilic design – a hallmark of 1 Hotels – guides the overall vision, while Japan’s tradition of craftsmanship informs the details, uniting nature and artistry.
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“Design is at the heart of everything we do at 1 Hotels, and Tokyo gave us an inspiring canvas to create something that is both beautiful and responsible,” said Raul Leal, CEO of Starwood Hotels. “We approached every aspect, from material choices to wellness spaces, with intention, creating a hotel that is deeply connected to its surroundings and ahead of its time.”
Throughout the public areas, guests connect to nature at every turn, from the outdoor green wall at the ground-floor arrival to preserved greenery woven throughout the interior spaces. Upon arrival at the 38th-floor lobby, guests are greeted by a stunning vertical botanical installation and a sculptural entry vestibule clad in preserved moss, recycled timber panels, and Oya stone (a historically significant local rock used by Frank Lloyd Wright in some of his iconic Japanese projects). The space unfolds into a Zen-inspired lounge surrounded by potted plants and built-in planters, as well as a garden with sculptural rocks and gravel.
Organic textures reflect the hotel’s nature-led sensibility, with materials chosen for their authenticity, depth, and tactile appeal, from sand-textured wallpaper to hand-raked plaster finishes. A ribbon of gravel along the walls evokes Japan’s tranquil streambeds. Together, these elements reinterpret Japan’s wabi-sabi aesthetic for a modern era.
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The hotel has 211 guestrooms, including 20 suites, three exclusive Penthouse Collection suites, and five accessible rooms. Each space is a calming retreat, designed with sustainable finishes, biophilic art made of preserved moss and recycled pallets, locally crafted décor, and curated greenery. Select rooms offer views of Tokyo’s skyline and the Imperial Palace gardens.
The culinary and bar experiences at 1 Hotel Tokyo are a celebration of seasonality and local flavours, incorporating sustainable practices with minimal waste. The signature restaurant combines the spirit of the French Riviera with Japanese refinement. Inspired by Nice, Cannes, and St. Tropez, the menu celebrates the sun-drenched flavours of the Côte d’Azur, reimagined through a Japanese lens of seasonality, balance, and artistry. Stylish by day and cosmopolitan by night, the restaurant also offers an aperitif bar with spritzes, tonics, and cocktails.
The Lobby Lounge & Bar is an all-day space that serves as the social heart of the hotel. It transitions from breakfast to lunch and high tea, and finally into a cocktail bar inspired by Japanese gin culture. Its centrepiece is a curated library of 50 gins, complemented by a signature martini ritual that invites guests to personalise their pour with Japanese botanicals and international vermouths.
At the grab-and-go Neighbours Café, guests can enjoy fresh, plant-forward dishes, as well as artisanal coffee and tea. Designed for ease and well-being, the café offers nourishing bowls, baked goods, and seasonal snacks made with responsibly sourced ingredients.
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The design of the food and beverage spaces reflects the brand’s nature-led philosophy and dedication to local craftsmanship, pairing natural materials with warm, tactile finishes and expansive views over Tokyo. Private dining rooms are adorned with artwork made from washi paper and dried botanicals.
From intimate meetings to weddings, events at 1 Hotel Tokyo are designed to be both memorable and low-impact. The hotel offers more than 460 square meters of meeting and celebration space, including the Sakura and Camellia rooms on the 38th floor. These light-filled venues offer flexible layouts and dramatic views of Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Bay. As part of the brand’s Certified Sustainable Gatherings program, events are supported with zero-waste planning, local catering, and real-time environmental reporting.
Wellness is central to the 1 Hotel Tokyo experience, with every detail designed to support well-being. The spa will offer a holistic menu of treatments that draw from both Japanese and Western traditions. Guests can unwind in five private treatment rooms or a couples’ suite, relax in the tranquil lounge, or enjoy the hammam steam room and dry sauna. Spa interiors continue the hotel’s natural approach, with washi paper wall coverings and hanging artwork crafted from preserved botanicals and dried florals.
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The Field House is a 24-hour movement space with Technogym equipment and a range of fitness classes. Adjacent to The Field House is a light-filled indoor pool with access to an outdoor deck featuring plantings that support pollinators and biodiversity: a micro-ecosystem in the urban landscape. Together, these amenities provide guests with a well-rounded environment for rest, recovery, and rejuvenation.
A showcase for Starwood’s long-standing commitment to sustainable design and planet-first hospitality, 1 Hotel Tokyo represents an exciting new chapter for the brand. This commitment is also grounded in Japan’s own cultural traditions, where harmony with nature is deeply ingrained in daily life. From the centuries-old philosophy of avoiding waste and cherishing resources to the meticulous work of local craftspeople, the hotel reflects values that have long guided mindful living in Japan.
The hotel has already achieved CASBEE S certification, Japan’s highest rating for environmental performance. Sustainability informed the hotel’s design from the ground up, including architectural materials, energy systems, operational practices, and guest amenities. The property utilizes smart efficiency systems and extensive water conservation measures. Refill stations reduce single-use plastics, while the kitchens operate on a zero-waste, composting-first philosophy.
That same ethos carries through in the design details, from moss panels that connect guests to nature to the adaptive reuse of reclaimed wood. Public and guest spaces are adorned with works created by Japanese artisans using organic materials: an expression of both environmental stewardship and the country’s enduring traditions of craftsmanship.
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