Presidential Suite at The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan
The Presidential Suite at The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo combines an elevated city outlook with interiors rooted in Japanese craftsmanship. High within Tokyo Midtown in Roppongi, it gives the surrounding metropolis a broad visual presence while using a restrained palette to keep the rooms composed. The result is a private setting in which the detail of the interior and the scale of Tokyo can be appreciated together. Ebony flooring and a carpet inspired by clouds establish the suite's material character. In the bedroom, a kumiko headboard made from rare Jindai cedar introduces the precision of traditional latticework. Living and dining spaces provide room for guests to spend time together, while the bathroom continues the quieter tones and carefully considered finishes. Large windows bring changing daylight and the city after dark into the experience. The accommodation sits within a hotel with restaurants, a spa and direct proximity to Tokyo Midtown's cultural and shopping spaces. This makes it possible to combine an active day in Roppongi with a more secluded return above the streets. The Presidential Suite's distinction lies in the balance between that metropolitan setting and the craft-led details that give the rooms a recognisably Japanese character.