#LetsMET: Discover your Tokyo at HOTEL METROPOLITAN TOKYO IKEBUKURO
Thinking of visiting the heart of Japan? Tokyo (東京) is a city with endless possibilities for tourists like you and me. But with so many places to see and so many things to do, choosing the right accommodation that can get you to your sightseeing destinations with ease and convenience may seem like a daunting task to most. The best way to discover your own Tokyo is with easily-accessible, super convenient hotels under the JR-EAST HOTELS brand; one of such is the HOTEL METROPOLITAN TOKYO IKEBUKURO (ホテルメトロポリタン 池袋).
Introducing HOTEL METROPOLITAN TOKYO IKEBUKURO
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Full of fashion retailers, anime collectables, gourmet and downhome cuisine and entertainment complexes, Ikebukuro is just a stone’s throw away from the bustling nightlife of Shinjuku. With HOTEL METROPOLITAN TOKYO IKEBUKURO located just around the corner of JR Ikebukuro Station (池袋駅 Ikebukuro-eki)—one of Tokyo’s busiest stations—getting to your destinations is as convenient as it gets especially with the city’s popular loop service Yamanote Line (山手線 Yamanote-sen). Of course, guests staying at the hotel can relax and enjoy all the hotel has to offer, such as taking in the hotel’s night views over dinner or savouring Japanese cuisine.
Hotel facilities
The entrance to the hotel (top left), hotel lobby (top right), and the Japanese Suite (bottom).(Image credit: HOTEL METROPOLITAN TOKYO IKEBUKURO)
HOTEL METROPOLITAN TOKYO IKEBUKURO is not just a place to stay either—a night here guarantees an immersive cultural experience unlike any other. The hotel also holds many events, such as regular demonstrations of giant tuna being carved up and mini-concerts in the hotel lobby. When choosing which room to stay in, there is the Japanese Suite suitable for travellers visiting with up to five guests. The relaxation of the Japanese aesthetic and the convenience of the Western-style blend harmoniously to create a modern impression. Beds are incorporated into Japanese-style living, with tatami (畳) mats and tokonoma (床の間) alcove, creating a design that offers both function and soothing Japanese style.
Special accommodation PKG: JR EAST Train Simulator Room
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To commemorate the “150th anniversary of railway opening” (鉄道開業150周年キャンペーン Tetsudō kaigyō 150-shūnen kyanpēn) in Japan, HOTEL METROPOLITAN TOKYO IKEBUKURO has launched a campaign that prepares a special JR East Train Simulator Room (JR東日本トレインシミュレータルーム) that is sure to please all railway fans. In this room, it introduces JR East's conventional online train simulator, produced by Ongakukan Co., Ltd., (株式会社音楽館) and supervised by JR East.
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Utilising the special room in a connecting twin bedroom, is the Driver’s Cabin. In the bedroom, the “on-time wake-up device【SAC-5A type】” (定刻起床装置個人簡易型［SAC-5A型］) is placed beside the bed. This is the actual device used in Tokyo’s train stations and train crew’s nap room. In the Driver’s Cabin, a large 65-inch 4K LCD screen can be found, as well as a mascon unit (マスコンユニット) that faithfully reproduces the actual one used in JR East trains.
HOTEL METROPOLITAN TOKYO IKEBUKURO (ホテルメトロポリタン 池袋)
Address: 1-6-1, Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 171-8505
Nearest station: Ikebukuro Station (池袋駅)
Access from Haneda International Airport (HND): 50 minutes via the Keikyu Airport Line or Tokyo Monorail and then transfer to the JR Yamanote Line
Access from Narita International Airport (NRT): 90 minutes via Narita Express
No. of rooms: 800
Tel: +81-3-3980-1111
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JR Hotel Group has a wide variety of hotel selection, ranging from 3-star to 5-star, all while prioritising connectivity and comfort for guests such as Tokyo Station Hotel & mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection (Image credit: JR-EAST HOTELS)
If you are planning to travel around Japan, looking for affordable hotel accommodations with convenient access to major railway stations is essential. JR Hotel Group has a large network of hotels from Hokkaido to Okinawa. JR Hotel Members (JRHM) is a membership program under the JR Hotel Group, where members will get exclusive discounts, earn points for rebates, and enjoy perks like express check-in and late check-out. Membership is free, valid for a lifetime, and there are currently 91 participating hotels all across Japan.
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Currently, JR Hotel Group is running a New Members Campaign. Sign up for free for a chance to win up to 5,000 JRHM points in the Lucky Draw. First-time members can now simply sign up at JR Hotel Member’s official website and insert the special code: JRCAFE to participate in this exclusive Lucky Draw! Simply follow these steps:
- Step 1: Register as a JR Hotel member here
- Step 2: Insert the code JRCAFE under the “Remarks” column.
Prizes
- 1st Prize: 5,000 JRHM Points
- 2nd Prize: 2,000 JRHM Points
- 3rd Prize: 1,000 JRHM Points
Only registrations completed and submitted by 30 June 2022, 11:59pm (Singapore Time), with the required special code will qualify for the Lucky Draw. Each participant is only entitled to a single membership registration. Repeated or falsified entries will be disqualified. All awarded JRHM Points are valid for 2 years from the date of issue. In the event of a dispute, JR East Hotels reserves all rights to the final decision.
Experience a taste of HOTEL METROPOLITAN TOKYO IKEBUKURO at JAPAN RAIL CAFE
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Visit JAPAN RAIL CAFE in May to have a taste of Tokyo with the cafe’s monthly menu: Ikebukuro Beef Stroganoff—a special collaboration recipe with the Executive Chef Kawada from HOTEL METROPOLITAN TOKYO IKEBUKURO. This Japanese-style Stroganoff sauce is prepared with beef bouillon, beef slices, cream, button mushroom, onions and a dollop of thick sour cream. It is also served with parsley-garnished white rice, potato salad and a drink of your choice. Come down to JAPAN RAIL CAFE to try this limited-time menu!
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