An Insider's Guide to Where to Eat, Play & Stay in Tokyo

From sleek resorts with on-site hot springs to architectural icons, Japanese hotels are known for their omotenashi – a colloquial term for warm, authentic hospitality. And the best hotels in Japan celebrate their region’s culture, food and heritage in their own special way.

To aid in your search for where to stay in Japan, I've rounded up the best Japan hotels, including relative newcomers and all-time favorites. Whether you're exploring the frenetic Shinjuku district of Tokyo or the serene mountainscapes of Niseko, these are the best places to stay in Japan.