Elite Traveler Summer 2019

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Presidential Suite MANDARIN ORIENTAL TOKYO

The juxtaposition of commanding city views and garden-inspired decor makes this suite an urban nature-lover’s dream. Despite its location high above the city in the midst of the Nihonbashi district, the outdoors weaves its way through the suite’s locally produced fabrics and unique photographic murals of blue skies and treescapes from Tokyo’s parks. One wall in the dining room is entirely covered by an image of the sun streaming through trees, and natural elements and decor — such as motifs of birds, butterflies and plants — appear throughout the suite. The bedroom has an origami- inspired carpet, and the ceiling was designed to appear as if you were looking up at the sky, lying beneath trees. You’ll be tempted to leave the luxury of your suite and dine in one of Mandarin Oriental’s three Michelin-starred restaurants: Tapas Molecular Bar, an eight-seat restaurant where chefs create inspired dishes before your eyes; Signature, a contemporary French fine-dining restaurant; and Sense, which specializes in traditional Cantonese cuisine. Japanese journeys Nihonbashi is one of the city’s oldest commercial districts and is perfect for exploring the local culture and history on foot. Arrange a private tour that focuses on Japanese tradition. Learn about the history of the kimono and how to wear one; go on a gourmet tour tasting local specialties, including mochi (sticky seaweed rice cakes), kintsuba (sweet bean paste) and nori (dried seaweed); or make washi paper with an expert. Rate from $16,240 per night Contact Kie Kasai, director of international sales, motyo- reservations@mohg.com, +81 332 708 800, mandarinoriental.com

Photos Nacasa & Partners