Takanawa Hanakohro

— Takanawa Hanakohro

Brief Hotel Profile

Takanawa Hanakohro is an exclusive modern ryokan with only 16 suites, hidden within the gardens of the Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa. Since opening in 2016, it has offered guests a unique “floral-scented path” experience, surrounded by more than 200 cherry trees and echoes of former imperial family residences.

Its style blends tatami floors, shoji screens, and ikebana flowers with contemporary comforts like low western-style beds and refined bathrooms. Kimono-clad staff welcome guests to a world of tea ceremonies, sake tastings, origami lessons, and deeply relaxing spa rituals. Recognized by Forbes Travel Guide with a Five-Star rating, the hotel is intimate, tranquil, and distinctly Japanese—a perfect fusion of tradition and luxury in the heart of Tokyo.

The Location

Situated in Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo, near Shinagawa.

Walking times:
- ~5 minutes from JR/Keikyu Line Shinagawa Station (Takanawa Exit).
- ~3 minutes from Toei Subway Asakusa Line Takanawadai Station.
Airport connections:
- ~11 minutes on Keikyu Line from Haneda Airport to Shinagawa Station.
- ~55–75 minutes from Narita Airport by train or limousine bus.

The Rooms

Total of 16 suites, all traditional tatami-mat Japanese rooms.
Style highlights: sliding paper screens, low beds, comfy sofas, Japanese tea sets, and fresh ikebana flower displays.
Some suites feature authentic stone-tiled tubs and Japanese bath tablets.
The largest suite covers 10,000+ square feet — super spacious for Tokyo standards

Restaurants

Inside and around Hanakohro, you can sample top-notch Japanese and Western dining (no Michelin stars officially noted on the sites, but high-end quality).

Wakatake (若竹天婦羅)
- Speciality: Traditional Japanese tempura.
- Interior: Wooden screens, serene garden views.
- Budget (estimate): Lunch USD $40–60, Dinner USD $80–120.
- Hours: Likely open for lunch & dinner (exact timing not listed).
Katsura Steak House (桂牛排屋)
- Speciality: Premium Japanese wagyu beef and teppanyaki steaks.
- Budget: Lunch USD $60–80, Dinner USD $120–200.
- Hours: Lunch & dinner seatings.
Le Trianon (法國料理 · French cuisine)
- Speciality: Elegant French fine dining served in a classical setting.
- Budget: Lunch USD $50–70, Dinner USD $100–150.
- Hours: Lunch & dinner seatings.

💡 Note: Prices are approximate conversions from typical Tokyo luxury hotel restaurant menus.

Facilities

OH-SAI Lounge (exclusive for Hanakohro guests): extravagant breakfasts, cocktails, origami & sake-tasting experiences.

TAYUTA Spa: Private-booking Japanese spa, using oils infused with yuzu, cedar, and chamomile.
Japanese Garden: 215,000 sq. ft. with more than 200 cherry trees.
Tea Ceremony Experiences: at OH-SAI Lounge or Chikushin-an Tea House in the garden.
Fitness gym, sauna, massage pool.
Seasonal outdoor pool (shared with Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa).

Nearby Attractions

Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa – Aquarium with dolphins and 350+ marine species. (View package)

Sengakuji Temple – Historic site linked to the famous 47 Ronin samurai story. ~10 min walk
The hotel’s own Japanese Gardens – beautiful cherry blossoms in spring.
Nikon Museum – Technology and camera history showcase
Easy access to Tokyo’s shinkansen network via Shinagawa Station for day trips to Mt. Fuji, Kyoto, and more.