Beyond mere aesthetics, the best architecture and design hotels in the world are purpose-built, immersive experiences — whether on land, sea or in the sky.

Explore this modern, upscale district where the city comes to work and play.

Just outside Tokyo — less than two hours by train — five Key hotels for onsen baths, bamboo forests, or mesmerizing views of Mt. Fuji.

From floating above rainforests to glittering gold tiles, these stunning hotel pools promise the perfect plunge — and the perfect picture.

Kyoto is a city of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character and appeal. Get to know two of the most iconic, Higashiyama and Arashiyama, with this itinerary blending history, art, natural beauty and culinary delights. You’ll also hear from two international hospitality professionals from MICHELIN Guide establishments who share how these neighborhoods shape their creative lives.

Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, internationally acclaimed for his boundary-crossing cuisine and flagship restaurants such as Jean-Georges at The Shinmonzen in Kyoto, shares his insider favorites — from udon to tempura to cocktails — alongside stories that shaped his love for the city.

Mauro Colagreco, the chef behind the Three-MICHELIN-Starred Mirazur in Menton, traces his deep-rooted affinity for Japanese culture back to Kyoto — the city where it all began. Now, years later, he’s returned with his family, eager to share the place that first awakened his fascination.