The classic Japanese entry to Tokyo's Hotel Okura has welcomed guests since it was built half a century ago.
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The classic Japanese entry to Tokyo's Hotel Okura has welcomed guests since it was built half a century ago.
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Enclosed by a rustling bamboo forest, this tranquil path connects the Kamiyacho subway station to Tokyo's Hotel Okura.
Bamboo road —
Enclosed by a rustling bamboo forest, this tranquil path connects the Kamiyacho subway station to Tokyo's Hotel Okura.
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Illuminated with soft lighting from gem-shaped lanterns (a Hotel Okura signature), the peaceful main lobby was designed to be the hotel's most relaxing spot.
Stress-free zone —
Illuminated with soft lighting from gem-shaped lanterns (a Hotel Okura signature), the peaceful main lobby was designed to be the hotel's most relaxing spot.
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In a corner of the lobby, shoji doors back lit with shadows of swaying bamboo resemble a Japanese ink painting brought to life.
Artful doors —
In a corner of the lobby, shoji doors back lit with shadows of swaying bamboo resemble a Japanese ink painting brought to life.
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Hotel Okura's guest rooms have housed many VIPs, including Princess Diana, Ronald Reagan, Margaret Thatcher and Barack Obama.
Famous guests —
Hotel Okura's guest rooms have housed many VIPs, including Princess Diana, Ronald Reagan, Margaret Thatcher and Barack Obama.
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The Okura Shukokan Museum -- currently closed for renovations -- became Japan's first private art museum in 1917 but was destroyed in an earthquake in 1923. Located in front of the hotel's main building, it was restored by architect Chuta Ito and now houses three national treasures and 12 important cultural properties.
Okura Shukokan Museum —
The Okura Shukokan Museum -- currently closed for renovations -- became Japan's first private art museum in 1917 but was destroyed in an earthquake in 1923. Located in front of the hotel's main building, it was restored by architect Chuta Ito and now houses three national treasures and 12 important cultural properties.
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Okura Hotel's Bar Highlander whiskey lounge serves cocktails that have long fallen out of favor elsewhere in the world.
Bar Highlander —
Okura Hotel's Bar Highlander whiskey lounge serves cocktails that have long fallen out of favor elsewhere in the world.
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Hotel Okura's outdoor swimming pool was designed by sculptor Tsutomu Hiroi to be an oasis within the bustling city of Tokyo.
Yep, this is Tokyo —
Hotel Okura's outdoor swimming pool was designed by sculptor Tsutomu Hiroi to be an oasis within the bustling city of Tokyo.
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Hotel Okura's tea ceremony room is a model of simplicity and elegance.
Tatami break —
Hotel Okura's tea ceremony room is a model of simplicity and elegance.
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Added in 1973, Hotel Okura's south wing will remain open during renovations. Its interior is meant to showcase the beauty of Japanese design -- the lobby features a flock of ceramic mosaic birds.
South wing —
Added in 1973, Hotel Okura's south wing will remain open during renovations. Its interior is meant to showcase the beauty of Japanese design -- the lobby features a flock of ceramic mosaic birds.
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The design of the Kyokusui Japanese Garden is based on ancient traditions.
Kyokusui Japanese garden —
The design of the Kyokusui Japanese Garden is based on ancient traditions.
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