The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo, part of Marriott International’s Autograph Collection, is a popular choice for both business and leisure travelers. Its location in the Takanawa area, just a three-minute walk from Shinagawa Station, offers excellent transit access and puts guests close to a sprawling Japanese garden covering 20,000 square meters.
One of three Prince hotels in the complex, this property provides spacious and comfortable rooms equipped with air bathtubs. Guests can unwind while enjoying seasonal views of the Japanese garden from their rooms.
“Each of the three hotels here reflects the historical background of its respective era and has its own distinctive charm,” said Junya Ishida, the concierge at The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo. The Japanese garden sprawling across the grounds is a highlight, featuring seasonal flowers and trees, ponds, and historical landmarks like the bell tower that rings at set times.
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At the central pond, guests can enjoy feeding traditional Japanese koi and appreciate the site’s deep ties to the Imperial Family during the Meiji era. The Guest House adjacent to the Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa, now serving as a chapel, preserves the design of that time and welcomes guests with elegance.
Exploring Shinagawa
Ishida recommends several experiences around Shinagawa. The area has flourished as a post town for over 400 years and remains a historic place with cutting-edge technology. Nearby attractions include Sengakuji Temple for Zen meditation, Takanawa Gateway Station, and Matsushimaya, a 100-year-old wagashi shop famous for its ‘Mame Daifuku’.
The concierge team arranges unique cultural experiences like sushi-making, kimono dressing, and Japanese tea ceremony. They also offer kintsugi workshops and food sample workshops for guests to enjoy.
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For dining recommendations, Ishida suggests Stellar Garden for its views of Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Whisky Library for its extensive whisky selection, and the tea house in Hamarikyu Gardens for traditional Japanese sweets and tea.
Traveling in Style with ANA
For travelers heading to Tokyo, Junya Ishida recommends flying with All Nippon Airways (ANA) in their Business Class cabin. The author recommends flying in ANA’s Business Class cabin, which features lie-flat seats in a 1-2-1 configuration. Each seat has direct access to the aisle, a spaciou
