Aman Tokyo vs Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman Tokyo has more dining venues, while Aman Tokyo lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Aman Tokyo | Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary |
|---|---|---|
| Category | City | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2014 | 2007 |
| Rooms | 84 | 16 |
| Architect | Kerry Hill Architects | Japanese Minimalist Forest & Onsen Architecture |
Dining
| Metric | Aman Tokyo | Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman Tokyo | Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman Tokyo | Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
Aman Tokyo
- The hotel occupies the top 6 floors (levels 33–38) of the Otemachi Tower, designed by Kerry Hill.
- Features a 2,500-sq-m Aman Spa with 30m black basalt pool, traditional onsen baths, and Musashi sushi counter.
- Directly connected to Otemachi subway station (5 subway lines) and a 10-minute walk from Tokyo Station.
Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary
- The 16-suite forest onsen retreat sits along the Kano River in Yugashima, Izu Peninsula, Japan.
- Every suite features a private outdoor natural mineral hot spring onsen bath with river views.
- Located in Yugashima, a 2-hour bullet train (Shinkansen) and scenic drive from Tokyo (HND/NRT).
Summary
Aman Tokyo has more dining venues, while Aman Tokyo lists more room categories.