Palace Hotel Tokyo Unveils New Premier Suites
The Five-Star property creates new suite category to meet growing demand in luxury market

TOKYO (May 4, 2022) – In celebration of Palace Hotel Tokyo’s tenth anniversary this May, the highly
acclaimed property is cutting the ribbon on a new category of suites. Six Premier Suites were officially
unveiled this month, adding a mid-range category to the hotel’s now-seven categories of suites, whichrange in size from 75 square meters to 250 square meters (810 - 2,690 square feet).
The hotel turned to the award-winning, luxury hospitality design firm that originally fashioned itsinteriors, G.A Group, to envision the new suites. Drawing on the elegant-simplicity aesthetic the hotel
is known for and taking into account the growing demand for luxury accommodations that cater tolonger-stay guests, the property conceived the 90-square-meter (970-square-foot) Premier Suites tobetter suit business and leisure travelers who desire more space for work and play.
“The luxury market has proven to be very resilient, as there's always a demand for hotel suites
tantamount to pied-à-terres among those accustomed to traveling the world and expecting theiraccommodations to exude the same level of luxury and sophistication as their own homes,” said
Daisuke Yoshihara, president of Palace Hotel Co., Ltd. about the decision to expand the hotel’sofferings. “The addition of these new suites exemplifies our company’s commitment to continuously
raising the bar on the products and services that we offer.”
Each Premier Suite’s living space features two distinct areas – a spacious lounge with ample seating anda separate, multi-purpose space in which to dine or work. In the bedroom, which comes outfitted witha dressing table, a walk-through closet leads to an ensuite bathroom with double vanity and separatesoaking tub and rain shower. Guests can choose between a king-size bed or two oversized twin beds.
Spread over floors 10 - 15 of the hotel, each of the new suites features two separate balconies on whichto dine alfresco while taking in views of Wadakura Fountain Park, the Imperial Palace gardens and thecity skyline beyond. In keeping with the original design directive, the verdant landscape surrounding theproperty served as inspiration for the interiors, with textural elements and an earthy color palette ofmossy green, soft browns and light taupe being drawn from the natural environment.
A number of design features add a sense of warmth and richness to the space, including polished timberfloors, plush fabric wall coverings and bespoke rugs patterned to echo the wabi sabi beauty of moss as〒100-0005 東京都千代田区丸の内 1-1-1

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it emerges from untended spaces. Decorative elements range from contemporary Japanese ink wash
paintings to sculptural porcelain and ceramic pieces.
The furnishings and artwork are all original and exclusive to Palace Hotel Tokyo, most having beencommissioned specifically for the new suites. Curated by Art Front Gallery, the art pieces were all doneby contemporary Japanese artists and chosen to reflect the hotel’s connection to nature and the beautyof its surroundings. Japanese sumi (ink wash) paintings reflecting award-winning artist Naoto Sunohara’s
abstract, aerial perspectives on the vast Imperial Palace gardens and the green-roofed palace buildingssituated within hang prominently in each suite.
In addition to the artwork, the destination is further reflected in uniquely Japanese touches such as thebath linens made in Imabari – a city renowned for over a century for the quality of its towel production– the nambu-tekki cast iron teapots, tea cups handmade in the traditional Mashiko-yaki style of pottery,and Echizen lacquerware tea cup saucers.
For optimum flexibility, each Premier Suite can be expanded into a two-bedroom unit when theadjoining Club Deluxe King or Twin with Balcony room is also booked. Suite guests also enjoy Club
Lounge access and privileges, which include private check-in, check-out and concierge service as well
as daily breakfast, afternoon tea and evening cocktails and canapés. A private meeting room that seats
up to six as well as an outdoor terrace offering captivating vistas of Tokyo round out the 172-squaremeter (1,851-square-foot) space’s facilities.
“There’s been a noticeable increase in the amount of time our guests spend on-property – particularly
among domestic travelers, but also overseas business professionals traveling on tight schedules who
prefer to host their meetings and entertainment at the hotel,” said Masaru Watanabe, Palace HotelTokyo’s senior managing director and general manager. “So, it’s important that we continue to adapt
and expand our offerings to suit the ever-evolving lifestyles of our diverse clientele. With the debut ofthese new suites, we have every expectation that our guests will want to linger even longer.”
Premier Suites start from JPY 280,000++ per night.

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ABOUT PALACE HOTEL TOKYOAs the anchor to a billion dollar, mixed-use development built entirely from the ground-up, Palace
Hotel Tokyo commands some of the city’s most exclusive real estate and incomparable views of themuch-loved Imperial Palace gardens and the surrounding skyline.
Located in the capital’s prestigious Marunouchi district, the property features 284 rooms & suites, anevian SPA, and 10 distinctive restaurants and bars presenting an impressive array of dining experiences– including exquisite Japanese and Michelin-starred contemporary French haute cuisine.
As heir to a legacy going back more than half a century as one of the city’s most iconic properties, thehotel remains firmly rooted in its commitment to offering Japanese hospitality at its finest. Drawing
deeply from the country’s history, culture and art, the award-winning hotel continues to redefine luxury
in Japan with sophistication and authenticity as it celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.
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