There’s no better time to visit Tokyo than in the fall. With the city bursting into golden and fiery hues, it feels like stepping straight into a fairytale. To ensure you don’t miss a moment of the magic, we’ve curated a list of stunning hotels just a stone’s throw from Tokyo’s top spots for fall foliage. Relax, unwind, and let the city’s best season come to you without even having to leave your cozy room.
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Imperial Hotel Tokyo
With a history dating back to the 1880s, a prime location in the heart of Tokyo, and interiors so stunning they practically deserve their own gallery, the Imperial Hotel doesn’t need much convincing to make you want to check in. And just when you think it can’t get better, it’s right next to the Imperial Palace, offering a bird’s-eye view of the grounds — and a front-row seat to Tokyo’s first Western-style park, Hibiya Park, where a 400-year-old ginkgo tree stands as a golden monument to autumn’s glory.
The Aoyama Grand Hotel
When it comes to Tokyo’s top spots for a jaw-dropping fall foliage display, Meijijingu Gaien is hard to beat. Picture this: a 300-meter avenue lined with 146 ginkgo trees, their golden leaves forming a shimmering tunnel all the way to the Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery. It’s like nature’s red carpet — only way more beautiful. For a stay that’s just as stunning and convenient, check into The Aoyama Grand Hotel. With mid-century modern rooms and views ranging from cityscapes to serene gardens, you’ll have the perfect backdrop for your own golden hour.
Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingu-Gaien Tokyo Premier
Looking for another spot just a stone’s throw from Meijijingu Gaien? Look no further than Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingu-Gaien Tokyo Premier. From here, a short stroll will take you right to the iconic Ginkgo Avenue. For the ultimate comfort, book the spacious 50-square-meter Junior Suite Twin, complete with a massive balcony and an outdoor lounge sofa, perfect for taking in city views with a side of golden foliage.
TRUNK(HOTEL) YOYOGI PARK
For a stay that’s both chic and seriously luxurious, it’s got to be Trunk Hotel Yoyogi Park. With just 25 rooms spread across a sleek seven-story building, the hotel perfectly blends Japanese and Scandinavian design, offering a vibe that’s urbane and refined. Located in Shibuya’s trendy Tomigaya neighborhood, it’s just across from Yoyogi Park — one of Tokyo’s largest, with 134 acres of leafy goodness. Here, you can bask in the golden yellows and fiery reds of fall as they paint the park in vibrant hues. Choose between Park View Rooms, with a front-row seat to the foliage, or City View Rooms, overlooking the hip streets of Tomigaya. Either way, it’s a win-win.
Aman Tokyo
For a top-tier stay just a stone’s throw from some of Tokyo’s best fall foliage spots, check into Aman Tokyo. Perched 33 stories above the city, this sanctuary blends the buzz of urban life with an unmatched sense of tranquility. The ryokan-style rooms pay homage to Japanese tradition, complete with ikebana displays, washi paper doors, and engawa platforms. Best of all? A short stroll takes you to the Imperial Palace, one of the city’s must-see autumn hotspots, proof that serenity and leaf-peeping can go hand in hand.