JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo opens in Takanawa Gateway City

On October 23^rd, Marriott International unveiled its newest luxury property, the JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo to members of the press.

Located in Tokyo’s Minato Ward, the 200-room hotel marks the second JW Marriott in Japan, following the brand’s debut in Nara.

The JW Marriott brand is positioned at the top of Marriott International’s portfolio of more than 30 brands worldwide.

THE LINKPILLAR 1 SOUTH exterior image courtesy of Artellion.

The hotel occupies the 23rd to 30th floors of THE LINKPILLAR 1 SOUTH, one of the towers within Takanawa Gateway City, a large-scale mixed-use redevelopment led by East Japan Railway Company (JR East) around the Yamanote Line’s Takanawa Gateway Station.

Executive Suite Room with Tokyo Rainbow Bridge view.  Photo courtesy of JW Marriot Hotel Tokyo website.

Guest rooms are located between the 23rd and 28th floors and range from 43 to 235 square meters. The property offers 12 room types, including the Urban Deluxe King (43–47 sqm), the Executive Premium Suite Twin (95 sqm), and the Presidential Suite (235 sqm).

Takanawa Gateway redevelopment area arial CG courtesy of the developer.

Many rooms offer views of the Imperial Palace, Tokyo Bay, and even Mount Fuji on clear days.

Select rooms include access to the Executive Lounge on the 27th floor, where guests can enjoy seasonal dishes and beverages, along with personalized service from dedicated staff. Room rates start at ¥125,000 per night (excluding tax and service charge).

Banquet and Meeting Facilities

The 28th and 29th floors feature up to nine banquet and event spaces, ranging from 32.5 to 400 square meters. The largest venue, the JW Ballroom, can accommodate up to 400 guests and is equipped with a 270-degree movable LED screen and state-of-the-art audio-visual systems. The ballroom can be divided into three sections for flexible use, suitable for weddings, conferences, and product launches.

Other facilities include Tsuki, a 126-square-meter multipurpose venue with a tasting kitchen that can host up to 120 people, and Kumo, a 36-square-meter private salon ideal for meetings of up to 12 participants. In total, the hotel offers six meeting rooms of varying sizes.

Dining, Wellness, and Amenities

The hotel features seven restaurants and bars, including a Kaiseki Japanese restaurant, a modern Mediterranean dining concept, and a croissant bar. Guests also have access to an indoor pool offering panoramic city views including Tokyo Tower, a spa, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Strong Start Since Opening

The JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo officially opened on October 2 and has reported strong early performance, with robust occupancy and booking levels. Nearly 70% of guests are from overseas, primarily from the United States.

Remarks from Opening Ceremony

During the opening ceremony on October 23, Anthony Capuano, President and CEO of Marriott International, praised the location’s connectivity and significance:

“Takanawa Gateway offers excellent access to key destinations such as Shinagawa Station and Haneda Airport. It is also a hub of innovation and culture that embodies the future of Tokyo,” Capuano said. 

Yoichi Kise, President and CEO of JR East, expressed high expectations for the new property:

“We hope that JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo will enhance the appeal of Takanawa Gateway by offering visitors from Japan and abroad an exceptional experience found only in this district,” Kise said.

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R.E. Port News (Japanese only)