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The roof terrace affords excellent views of the Tokyo Skytree, though it would be hard-pressed not to, as this modern hotel lies in the Oshiage district in the Skytree’s long shadow – head up to the rooftop bar after dark for a cocktail or two. Stylish wooden furnishings complement the building’s concrete construction. Some of the loft rooms on the upper floors also have views of the Skytree.
• Doubles from £100 room only, onetokyo.com
