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TOKYO SKYTREE THE TALLEST TOWER IN THE WORLD OPENED IN MAY  |
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| Tokyo Skytree is a broadcasting, restaurant, and observation tower in Sumida-ku, Tokyo, Japan just opened on 22 May. It became the tallest structure in Japan in 2010 and reached its full height of 634.0 meters (2,080 ft) in March 2011, making it the tallest tower in the world, displacing the Canton Tower and the second tallest structure in the world after Burj Khalifa (829.84 m/2,723 ft). There are observatories at 350 m (1,150 ft), with a capacity of up to 2000 people, and 450 m (1,480 ft), with a capacity of 900 people. The upper observatory features a spiral, glass-covered skywalk in which visitors ascend the last 5 meters to the highest point at the upper platform. A section of glass flooring gives visitors a direct downward view of the streets below. |
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Earthquake resistance Naming & Height
Suggestions were collected from the general public for the name to be given to the tower. A committee chose six final candidate names: Tokyo Edo Tower, Tokyo Skytree, Mirai Tree, Yumemi Yagura, Rising East Tower, and Rising Tower, with the official name to be decided in a nationwide vote. The official name of the tower was announced as "Tokyo Skytree". The name received around 33,000 votes (30%) out of 110,000 cast, with the second most popular name being "Tokyo Edo Tower. The height of 634 m (2,080 ft) was selected to be easily remembered. The figures 6 (mu), 3 (sa), 4 (shi) stand for ""Musashi" an old name of the region where the Tokyo Skytree stands. Official Website: http://www.tokyo-skytree.jp/en/ (Above quoted from Wikipedia) |
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| You may enjoy the latest landmark , shopping and city life in Tokyo, then visit Onsen (hot spring) near Tokyo to indulge yourself with ultimate relaxation. | |
| THE RYOKAN NEAR TOKYO AREA | |
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Yagyu No Sho (About 2-hour from Tokyo) It is the pure essence of Japanese elegance located in a bamboo grove. As soon as you enter the grounds of this magnificent oasis, you are transported back in time to the simplicity of nature in Japan. It is the perfect balance of style and history, an absolute indulgence. Your needs are completely met at Yagyu no sho. Whether you are looking for a weekend get-away or a serene place to hold a meeting, Yagyu no sho will satisfy your every need. Area : Shuzenji-Onsen, Izu Name of Ryokan : YAGYU-NO-SHO Address : 1116-6, Syuzenji, Izu-shi, Shizuoka-ken 410-2416 Number of Rooms : 16 Meeting/Conference Facilities : YES Check-In Time : 1400 Hours Check-Out Time : 1100 Hours Credit Card : Visa/Master/Diners/Amex/JCB/UC/ DC Arcana Izu (About 2-hour from Tokyo) When the Arcana idea was born, this expansive property in Yugashimas highly revered mountains; it was envisioned as a small lavish hotel where clients came to relax with family and friends. Inspired by modern Japanese architecture Arcana exudes an ambiance of relaxation, which is furthered by the mountain tunes reverberating throughout the property. With its beautiful contemporary design and lush foliage, the resort offers the type of setting that even the most discriminating traveler is searching for. The 16 rooms feature colorful markings on the doors identifying the respective rooms, meant to arouse curiosity and suggest that the natural elements used as the markings such as water, moon, and forest, are places where one can immerse themselves into the environment. The deep out door natural hot spring baths positioned carefully on the verandah of each room enhance the relaxing theme of the property. This full-service luxury hotel offers all that will make you wish that you never had to leave. Area : Yugashima, Izu Name of Ryokan : ARCANA IZU Address : 1662?Yugashima, Izushi, Shizuoka 410-3206 Number of Rooms : 16 Meeting/Conference Facilities :NO Check-In Time : 15:00 Hours Check-Out Time : 13:00 Hours Credit Card : Visa/Master/Diners/Amex/JCB Seiryuso (About 2.5-hour from Tokyo) Standing apart from Shimoda, Rendaiji, is a quieter, though still a large hot-spring town with some fascinating history. Part of that history is Seiryuso. From the moment you arrive, the opulence and beauty of this traditional Japanese inn captivate the mind. You will experience the fear of missing the many splendors with the sheer flicker of the eye. Be still and behold the magnificent beauty of Seiryuso, the first ryokan in Japan selected as a member of the elite Relais & Chateaux collection. Area : Rendaiji-Onsen Name of Ryokan : SEIRYUSO Address:1 Rendaiji-Onsen, Shimoda-shi, Shizuoka 415-0011 Number of Rooms : 26 Check-In Time : 1400 Hours Check-Out Time : 1100 Hours Credit Card : VISA/MASTER/DINERS/AMEX For more information on the above ryokan, Please visit www.ryokancollection.com THE RYOKAN COLLECTION – PARTNER HOTELS IN TOKYO We have 8 luxury partner hotels in Tokyo if you are looking for a place to stay in downtown Tokyo area. They are:
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For more information and queries, please visit www.ryokancollection.com.
