TOKYO GRAND HOTEL

location: This hotel is located in the heart of Tokyo in the Shiba area. Tokyo Tower, Shiba Park and Zojoji Temple are all major sightseeing places within walking distance. The nearest subway station is Shibakoen on the Mita line just a 2-minute walk away. Otherwise, Hamamatsu-cho station on both JR Yamanote Line and the Monorail terminal to Haneda Airport is a 10-minute stroll away. The Secretariat of Soto Zen Temple is right next to this hotel. Some international companies are within walking distance such as NEC headquarters or Korean Air Tokyo office. rooms: Most of rooms are large with simple decor. Views of Tokyo Tower, Shiba Park and Zojo-ji Temple can be seen from some of the single rooms. All are equipped with Internet access, mini-bar and refrigerator. The bathrooms are small but in good condition. restaurant: There are 2 restaurants at the hotel. One is a coffee house located next to the lobby. The other provides Japanese and international dishes in an elegant atmosphere on the 6th floor. From some seats, diners can enjoy the view of small courtyard through large windows. exterior: It is modern, 15-storey white building with large signboard of the hotel name on the top of this building. lobby: It is small with a lounge. There are several seating areas by reception. general: This hotel is owned by the Secretariat of Soto-zen Temple and many major groups of the Zen-shu and the Buddhist priests of Soto-zen often stay this hotel. This is a recommended hotel for both leisure and business travellers.(10/08 HT)