Published date: June 23, 2025
HAMACHO HOTEL TOKYO | A Design Hotel Hidden in the City's Corners, Full of Surprises
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Experience of the stay
Tokyo's Nihonbashi and Ningyocho area has always been one of my favorite districts to stroll in.
It isn't as bustling and lively as Ginza or Omotesando but has a relaxing rhythm where stylish restaurants coexist with century-old shops, making walking through the streets feel like flipping through a city exploration journal.
This time, I stayed at Hamacho Hotel, a place that cleverly blends 'city and nature.'
Through spatial design and material details, travelers from all over the world can quietly feel the delicacy and tranquility of modern Japan.
The most eye-catching feature of the entire building is its wall surrounded by plants.
It's not just a small patch of greenery at the ground level but a wall full of various plants at every balcony, even boasting trees as tall as five meters, making the building itself a green landmark of the district.
Walking into the lobby, from the selection of light to materials, every corner exudes a natural warmth.
The leather storage in the room, warm lighting, and exclusive teacups from the renowned Arita porcelain kiln, Koran Co., are details that make one feel genuinely welcomed.
Upon check-in, the front desk even presents you with a piece of chocolate from the first-floor chocolate specialty shop.
I particularly appreciate the small snacks and beverages prepared for travelers; these thoughtful touches come in handy precisely when you want to relax in your room.
Returning to the room in the evening, brewing a cup of hot coffee accompanied by a small piece of chocolate is the happiest moment of the day.
The lobby also thoughtfully features a bath bomb-making area, where you can pick your own bath salts and herbs to create a unique aroma.
Beyond indulging your taste buds with chocolate, even your pre-bedtime bathing time is perfectly cared for.
If you enjoy hotels that are quietly hidden in urban corners yet full of surprises,
Hamacho Hotel is definitely worth a spot on your Tokyo must-visit list.
Experiences during the trip
▪️ Ningyocho Yanagiya
One of Tokyo's top three Taiyaki shops, it's a must-visit when in Ningyocho.
Using a traditional casting mold and charcoal to bake, this is a taste that only long-established shops can offer.
There are fewer and fewer shops in Tokyo still using these molds to bake Taiyaki to order, as this requires skilled craftsmanship.
Both the control of the red bean filling's richness and the mastery of charcoal temperature require strength and experience.
Because of this, the unique crispy skin and layered flavors created by charcoal cannot be compared to the mass-produced Taiyaki made by machines.
▪️ Restaurant RAGOUT
A very famous Western-style restaurant located just a 3-minute walk from the hotel.
I showed up directly before the evening dinner rush without a reservation, and the prices were reasonable, with incredibly delicious dishes.
Watching the reserved guests arrive and the chef busily greeting each one gives you a sense of how beloved this restaurant is by local residents.
▪️ nel CRAFT CHOCOLATE TOKYO
A specialty chocolate shop located in the hotel. The chocolate I received upon check-in was so good that I couldn't help but visit the store.
I ordered a cup of hot chocolate made with 70% cocoa from Tanzania, which, as described on the menu, had a hint of green apple fragrance.
This is a surprisingly refreshing yet rich hot cocoa, which I absolutely loved. While finding delicious chocolates isn't hard, it's rare to find a place that thoughtfully crafts chocolate beverages, making this shop highly recommendable!