Bellustar Tokyo

The 5-room luxury penthouse at the new BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel at the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, is the coming together of two unique architecture studios and their philosophies; the honest design of Keiji Ashizawa Design and the soft minimalism of Norm Architects. Furnished by Karimoku Furniture Inc., guests are enveloped in a world of captivating beauty as the stress of the world 200 meters below melts away. The unbroken views all the way to Mount Fuji, while striking, come second to the view and calming spirit of the space itself.

The grand penthouse space features three restaurants, one of which is three levels tall with stunning views, a spa where one can experience the four seasons and bounty of Japan’s soil, as well as five unique penthouse suites that offer guests the finest in Japanese-style hospitality. Offering a perfect harmony between the modern and the ancient with a thoughtful interior aesthetic of soft hues and delicate textures, the space evokes a sense of peace and serenity. It’s the perfect blend of traditional Japanese culture and contemporary comfort.

Staying at the high-end BELLUSTAR Penthouse is an otherworldly experience, allowing you to escape from everyday life. From the moment you step out into the topmost floors, you are immersed in a sense of calm. The subtle decor, soft furnishings, and attention to detail create an atmosphere that exudes sophistication and refinement. Each suite is designed to provide the ultimate leisure experience with breathtaking views of the bustling city that surround the hotel. All facilities are nothing short of exceptional. From the SPA Sunya to the Sunset Lounge and exclusive Teppanyaki Restaurant, every corner of the hotel is a testament to luxury and elegance. Bellustar is not just a place to stay; it's an escape, a retreat, and a sanctuary amid the bustling city.

Life in Shinjuku is replete with sights and sounds. Therefore, we set out to create a space at BELLUSTAR TOKYO that offers guests a balanced opposite. A decluttered and quiet sanctuary for renewal and contemplation, as life in the bustling city continues to unfold below. BELLUSTAR TOKYO mutes the noise of the city and cleanses the mind, proving the healing power of human- centric architecture and design.

When selecting the furniture for each space, we wanted to emphasize the holistic experience within the penthouse area – working with a layout that offers both intimacy as well as togetherness. One of the new furniture designs that has been developed is the Swivel Lounge Chair for Karimoku. It is a warm and welcoming chair that, with its turntable base, effortlessly lets you look towards the striking view of the Tokyo skyline and then to the person next to you – all in one smooth movement.

As the sun slowly dips below the Tokyo skyline, the BELLUSTAR Penthouse beckons you to indulge in the exquisite flavors of Japan at its luxurious restaurants. In addition to the main restaurant, the penthouse area boasts two intimate restaurants: a Sushi and a Teppanyaki venue. Both tucked away in the sky above the city, these culinary treasures offer a unique and unforgettable experience. Designed to feel like small hidden and intimate traditional city restaurants but transformed into contemporary places hovering above Tokyo, the two restaurants put the guests in close contact with the chefs at work. Whether you prefer a private dining experience or to share it with a small group, each restaurant promises to take you on a singular and astounding journey of the senses.

With each their own character and material palette, the two restaurants make for singular and astounding experiences. At the sushi restaurant, the space is bathed in the soft glow of Hinoki wood, while the Teppanyaki “Tenyu” Restaurant feels even more intimate and moody with its dark brick walls adorned in intricate patterns.

The five penthouses stretching across the skyscape seem to melt into the sky amidst the dynamism of a 200-meter altitude and as you check into your room, you are greeted with a sense of calm. You’ll find it that traditional Japanese culture is woven into the interior aesthetic, while windows about six meters wide offer an amazing panorama of Tokyo spread out before you. Inspired by the beauty of the four seasons in Japan, each penthouse is named after a different element of the term "Kacho Fuugetsu" – Flower, Bird, Wind, and Moon – a unified worldview manifests across the five penthouses with each their own individual tranquil and unique atmosphere.

The entire floor is furnished with Karimoku furniture with design work by Keiji Ashizawa Design and Norm Architects, actualizing a timeless space by adding pleasant furniture and the natural warmth and comfort of the house.

The dark color palette creates a muted and comfortable refuge from the bright and busy days in the city. Shadows are often an overlooked aspect of spatial design, yet they provide the necessary conditions to awaken more of our senses. Touch, taste, hearing, and smell gain heightened sensitivity when we’re unburdened by excessive visual stimuli. By equally embracing shadow and light, Bar Bellustar unlocks a fuller sensory experience. Being located in the heart of Shinjuku, an area of Tokyo famous for its vibrant and intense atmosphere, the interior is designed to be the opposite - a place to retract to and experience a holistic universe that caters to all senses.

Perched high above Tokyo on the 47th floor, Spa Sunya is more than just a place to indulge in the various treatments on offer. Taking its name from Sanskrit word for sky, the spa is a tranquil place for immersion and relaxation. The treatments themselves reflect Japan's reverence for nature and its healing power. Each season brings a new menu of personalized treatments that incorporate the blessings of the earth from all over Japan. From the moment you enter, you will be enveloped in soothing scents, gentle sounds, and warm light that stimulate all of your senses and energize both your mind and body.

The idea behind the Sunset Lounge was to create a comfortable communal space for the residents of the five penthouse suites. A place where there was the possibility just outside the door of your private sanctuary to socialize, sit down with a drink, a good cup of coffee or a book, while enjoying the play of the sun on the rendered walls of the double height space as it sets on the horizon of the city and the great Mount Fuji, creating everchanging artworks of light and shadow in the space.

BELLUSTAR Penthouse
BELLUSTAR Restaurant & Bar
SPA sunya

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
Lead Architects

Keiji Ashizawa Design
Keiji Ashizawa, Founder and Architect
Mariko Irie, Architect
Kenji Kawami, Architect
Yuichiro Takei, Architect

Norm Architects
Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen, Founding Partner & Architect
Peter Eland, Partner & Architect
Frederik Werner, Partner & Designer

BELLUSTAR Penthouse (5 penthouses): Keiji Ashizawa Design and Norm Architects
BELLUSTAR Restaurant & Bar: Keiji Ashizawa Design
SPA sunya: Keiji Ashizawa Design
FFE: Keiji Ashizawa Design and Norm Architects

FURNITURE, LIGTHING ETC.
Karimoku – www.karimoku.com
Hotta Carpet – www.hdc.co.jp
Kojima Shoten – www.kojima-online.jp
Izumi Okayasu Lighting Design – www.ismidesign.com

PHOTOGRAPHERS
Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen
Nacása & Partners Inc.

STYLIST
Yumi Nakata