The Park Hyatt Tokyo Edition

On hospitality, nuance, and refreshes

Colin here. This week, one of my most beloved hotels in the world, Park Hyatt Tokyo, closed its doors for a renovation. This happens all the time in real estate and hospitality. So does this one matter so much to me? 

The Park is a blend of things that came together to create something exceptional. First, there is patient ownership: Tokyo Gas and Electric has adhered to the long-term vision and stewardship of the place, something that doesn’t always happen in business. Then, there is the iconicity of the building in Tokyo, designed by Kenzō Tange, that peeks out from different vantage points around the city and has become a hallmark of the skyline. Then, crucially, there are the interiors.