The Tokyo EDITION Toranomon delivers stunning design and the best wagyu steak I had in three weeks across Japan, but some surprising service gaps remind you this isn't a traditional luxury property.
The Tokyo EDITION Toranomon sits high above the city in the Tokyo World Gate building, occupying floors 31 through 36. This is Marriott's boutique luxury brand trying to blend design-forward aesthetics with Japanese hospitality.
The hotel opened in 2020 with a lobby inspired by Buddhist temples and over 500 plants creating a jungle-like atmosphere 31 floors above street level. The views of Tokyo Tower are spectacular.
But EDITION properties walk a fine line. They're trying to be cool and contemporary while still delivering luxury hotel service. Sometimes that works brilliantly. Sometimes it falls short in unexpected ways.
I stayed here for one night using Chase points through The Edit travel platform. Here's how Japan's only EDITION property stacks up against both traditional luxury hotels and the broader EDITION brand.
I booked a regular Deluxe room but got upgraded to a Deluxe room with Tokyo Tower view. Thanks to Marriott Gold status and booking through Chase's The Edit program.
I was on the 39th floor. Upon entering, the motorized curtains pulled back to reveal sunset over Tokyo. Tokyo Tower sat slightly off-center in the window frame.
The room had one king bed with the signature EDITION throw blanket waiting on top.
The Bathroom
Just left of the entryway was the bathroom with a single sink vanity. The rest of the bathroom sat behind frosted glass doors, split into two sections.
One side had a Japanese-style toilet with bidet functions. The other side featured a bathtub directly next to a rainfall shower.
The bathroom was stocked with Le Labo products found in all EDITION hotels worldwide.
Welcome Amenity
A welcome amenity waited for me upon arrival. Nice-looking chocolates arranged in a little moss zen garden with very Japanese aesthetic. Unfortunately, my nut allergy meant I couldn't eat them.
Workspace
There was a large desk that doubled as a table under the TV. Long enough to spread out work comfortably.
The Tokyo EDITION Toranomon sits inside the Tokyo World Gate building, occupying floors 31 through 36. The hotel opened in 2020.
The lobby is located on the 31st floor with a two-story high design inspired by Buddhist temples. Over 500 plants create a lush, jungle-like atmosphere that feels mysterious and playful.
The hotel doesn't offer a ton of amenities. There's a small gym on the 31st floor and a small pool that's free for hotel guests but requires advance reservation.
There's also a spa, but the facilities aren't complimentary for hotel guests. They wanted to charge us to use the sauna, which I found unusual and a bit off-putting for a property at this level.
The views from the hotel lobby are incredible. Perfect sightlines of Tokyo Tower against an inner backdrop of lush greenery and plants.
Since I booked through The Edit by Chase Travel, I got breakfast included in my room rate plus a $100 property credit to use on F&B.
When I arrived at the hotel, I wanted an early dinner before adjusting to the time zone. I headed to one of the onsite restaurants, The Blue Room.
The Blue Room
Appropriately named for its royal blue seating booths contrasted against high ceilings, lush greenery, and sweeping views. This is a genuinely aesthetic place to eat.
I grabbed a table for two by the window, though it didn't face Tokyo Tower. With my $100 credit to burn for a one-night stay, I went for the A4 Wagyu Striploin steak.
This one dish used up my entire credit. After spending three weeks in Japan, this was still the best steak I had. And trust me, I had a lot of steak.
The marbling was perfect. Served perfectly hot and salted just right. It melted in your mouth. Came with mixed vegetables on the side.
Breakfast
Breakfast was also served at The Blue Room the next morning. There was a buffet accompanied by made-to-order options. Each person could order one made-to-order item and eat the rest from the buffet.
They suggested the Miso Scrambled Eggs, so I went with that. They were good and creamy but surprisingly a little flavorless.
The buffet selection was limited. A few pastries, some fruit, and cold cuts. Breakfast was fine, but don't expect top-tier hotel breakfast like you'd find at a Four Seasons property.
The service was phenomenal and exactly what you'd expect from Japanese culture. Upon check-in, staff desperately wanted to help with my bags even though I preferred handling them myself.
Front desk staff referred to me by name every time I approached them. While the service had some flaws and wasn't exceptional, it was notably good.
While I was out at dinner, my room was turned down. They left a bottle of water and glass next to the bed along with slippers. No towel on the floor though.
I booked this through The Edit by Chase, Chase's new luxury travel platform competing with Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts. There are some key differences, notably that 4 PM late checkout isn't guaranteed like it is with Amex.
It served its purpose for this stay though. I was granted 4 PM late checkout since my next accommodation had 4 PM check-in.
As a Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholder, all properties in The Edit are eligible for Points Boost. Your Chase points are worth 2 cents per point when redeeming for The Edit properties globally.
Cash rates for this one-night stay were about $654 USD. I used 32,700 Chase points instead, which worked out cheaper than transferring those points to Hyatt and staying at various Hyatt properties in Tokyo.
I also earned both Marriott points and elite night credits for this stay, making it even better value.
The Tokyo EDITION Toranomon is a visually stunning property with genuinely incredible views and surprisingly excellent food. That A4 Wagyu steak alone was worth the stay.
The room was well-appointed with thoughtful Japanese touches like the proper toilet and motorized curtains revealing Tokyo Tower at sunset. The lobby design with its temple inspiration and lush greenery creates a memorable first impression.
But the property falls short in ways that matter at this price point. Charging hotel guests to use the spa sauna is unusual for a luxury property. The breakfast buffet selection was limited compared to competitors. The service, while good and distinctly Japanese, wasn't exceptional.
At 32,700 Chase points for a night that would have cost $654 cash, this represented solid value. Especially with the $100 property credit that funded an incredible steak dinner and the Marriott elite benefits.
The Tokyo EDITION Toranomon works if you prioritize design, views, and location over traditional luxury hotel amenities. It's a stylish base for exploring Tokyo with genuinely great food.
Just don't expect it to compete with traditional luxury properties like the Four Seasons on service and amenities. EDITION is playing a different game, and in Tokyo, they're mostly winning at it.
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The Tokyo EDITION Toranomon sits high above the city in the Tokyo World Gate building, occupying floors 31 through 36. This is Marriott's boutique luxury brand trying to blend design-forward aesthetics with Japanese hospitality.
The hotel opened in 2020 with a lobby inspired by Buddhist temples and over 500 plants creating a jungle-like atmosphere 31 floors above street level. The views of Tokyo Tower are spectacular.
But EDITION properties walk a fine line. They're trying to be cool and contemporary while still delivering luxury hotel service. Sometimes that works brilliantly. Sometimes it falls short in unexpected ways.
I stayed here for one night using Chase points through The Edit travel platform. Here's how Japan's only EDITION property stacks up against both traditional luxury hotels and the broader EDITION brand.
I booked a regular Deluxe room but got upgraded to a Deluxe room with Tokyo Tower view. Thanks to Marriott Gold status and booking through Chase's The Edit program.
I was on the 39th floor. Upon entering, the motorized curtains pulled back to reveal sunset over Tokyo. Tokyo Tower sat slightly off-center in the window frame.
The room had one king bed with the signature EDITION throw blanket waiting on top.
The Bathroom
Just left of the entryway was the bathroom with a single sink vanity. The rest of the bathroom sat behind frosted glass doors, split into two sections.
One side had a Japanese-style toilet with bidet functions. The other side featured a bathtub directly next to a rainfall shower.
The bathroom was stocked with Le Labo products found in all EDITION hotels worldwide.
Welcome Amenity
A welcome amenity waited for me upon arrival. Nice-looking chocolates arranged in a little moss zen garden with very Japanese aesthetic. Unfortunately, my nut allergy meant I couldn't eat them.
Workspace
There was a large desk that doubled as a table under the TV. Long enough to spread out work comfortably.
The Tokyo EDITION Toranomon sits inside the Tokyo World Gate building, occupying floors 31 through 36. The hotel opened in 2020.
The lobby is located on the 31st floor with a two-story high design inspired by Buddhist temples. Over 500 plants create a lush, jungle-like atmosphere that feels mysterious and playful.
The hotel doesn't offer a ton of amenities. There's a small gym on the 31st floor and a small pool that's free for hotel guests but requires advance reservation.
There's also a spa, but the facilities aren't complimentary for hotel guests. They wanted to charge us to use the sauna, which I found unusual and a bit off-putting for a property at this level.
The views from the hotel lobby are incredible. Perfect sightlines of Tokyo Tower against an inner backdrop of lush greenery and plants.
Since I booked through The Edit by Chase Travel, I got breakfast included in my room rate plus a $100 property credit to use on F&B.
When I arrived at the hotel, I wanted an early dinner before adjusting to the time zone. I headed to one of the onsite restaurants, The Blue Room.
The Blue Room
Appropriately named for its royal blue seating booths contrasted against high ceilings, lush greenery, and sweeping views. This is a genuinely aesthetic place to eat.
I grabbed a table for two by the window, though it didn't face Tokyo Tower. With my $100 credit to burn for a one-night stay, I went for the A4 Wagyu Striploin steak.
This one dish used up my entire credit. After spending three weeks in Japan, this was still the best steak I had. And trust me, I had a lot of steak.
The marbling was perfect. Served perfectly hot and salted just right. It melted in your mouth. Came with mixed vegetables on the side.
Breakfast
Breakfast was also served at The Blue Room the next morning. There was a buffet accompanied by made-to-order options. Each person could order one made-to-order item and eat the rest from the buffet.
They suggested the Miso Scrambled Eggs, so I went with that. They were good and creamy but surprisingly a little flavorless.
The buffet selection was limited. A few pastries, some fruit, and cold cuts. Breakfast was fine, but don't expect top-tier hotel breakfast like you'd find at a Four Seasons property.
The service was phenomenal and exactly what you'd expect from Japanese culture. Upon check-in, staff desperately wanted to help with my bags even though I preferred handling them myself.
Front desk staff referred to me by name every time I approached them. While the service had some flaws and wasn't exceptional, it was notably good.
While I was out at dinner, my room was turned down. They left a bottle of water and glass next to the bed along with slippers. No towel on the floor though.
I booked this through The Edit by Chase, Chase's new luxury travel platform competing with Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts. There are some key differences, notably that 4 PM late checkout isn't guaranteed like it is with Amex.
It served its purpose for this stay though. I was granted 4 PM late checkout since my next accommodation had 4 PM check-in.
As a Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholder, all properties in The Edit are eligible for Points Boost. Your Chase points are worth 2 cents per point when redeeming for The Edit properties globally.
Cash rates for this one-night stay were about $654 USD. I used 32,700 Chase points instead, which worked out cheaper than transferring those points to Hyatt and staying at various Hyatt properties in Tokyo.
I also earned both Marriott points and elite night credits for this stay, making it even better value.
The Tokyo EDITION Toranomon is a visually stunning property with genuinely incredible views and surprisingly excellent food. That A4 Wagyu steak alone was worth the stay.
The room was well-appointed with thoughtful Japanese touches like the proper toilet and motorized curtains revealing Tokyo Tower at sunset. The lobby design with its temple inspiration and lush greenery creates a memorable first impression.
But the property falls short in ways that matter at this price point. Charging hotel guests to use the spa sauna is unusual for a luxury property. The breakfast buffet selection was limited compared to competitors. The service, while good and distinctly Japanese, wasn't exceptional.
At 32,700 Chase points for a night that would have cost $654 cash, this represented solid value. Especially with the $100 property credit that funded an incredible steak dinner and the Marriott elite benefits.
The Tokyo EDITION Toranomon works if you prioritize design, views, and location over traditional luxury hotel amenities. It's a stylish base for exploring Tokyo with genuinely great food.
Just don't expect it to compete with traditional luxury properties like the Four Seasons on service and amenities. EDITION is playing a different game, and in Tokyo, they're mostly winning at it.
