Imperial Hotel, Luxury hotel in Uchisaiwaichō, Tokyo, Japan
The Imperial Hotel is a five-star property in Uchisaiwaichō, central Tokyo, offering upscale accommodation with multiple dining areas and conference spaces. The rooms combine contemporary fittings with design elements drawn from Japanese tradition, serving both international guests and business travelers.
The property began operating on November 7, 1890, founded by businessmen Shibusawa Eiichi and Ōkura Kihachirō as Japan's first western-style hotel. The initiative emerged during the country's rapid modernization and aimed to provide foreign visitors with familiar accommodation standards.
The hotel uses Ōya Stone quarried from Tochigi Prefecture, connecting local quarrying traditions with western architectural ideas. This volcanic material shapes the facade design and shows the exchange between Japanese craftspeople and international builders.
Online reservations for rooms, restaurants and event spaces can be made through the multilingual digital platform. The central location in Uchisaiwaichō allows a short walk to government districts and business centers.
The property introduced the concept of hotel weddings in Japan, creating a widespread tradition for ceremonial events outside family homes and religious sites. Specialized rooms and service packages continue this practice today.
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