Four Seasons New and hyperdesigned, near Ginza department stores such as Matsuya and Mitsukoshi (doubles from $415; Pacific Century Place, 1-11-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku; 011-81-3-5222-7222). Park Hyatt A great base for exploring nearby food halls like those at Takashimaya and Isetan (doubles from $440; 3-7-1-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku; 011-81-3-5322-1234).
Best Food Halls
Isetan Elegant if conservative; famous for its selection of wagashi (Japanese confections). Don't miss: Sushi Avenue K's for unusual sushi rolls, like paella rice with sea urchin (3-14-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku; 011-81-3-3352-1111). Seibu One of the biggest food halls (1-28-1 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku; 011-81-3-3981-0111). Takashimaya Times Square If you have time for only one store, this should be it. Don't miss: Peck for panini; tempura from Tsunahachi (5-24-2 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku; 011-81-3-5361-1111). Tokyu Food Show Recently renovated with great fanfare. Don't miss: Fermier for French cheeses (2-24-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku; 011-81-3-3477-3111).
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