I have stayed at the Imperial Tokyo many times through out the years both in main and tower sections. I have been through earthquakes and typhoons while staying at the Imperial. It is a true 5 star experience. Impeccable service, restaurants, bars and rooms. The lobby is one of the best spaces in the entire hospitality industry. It is iconic when you see the lobby it is instantly recognizable as the Imperial Tokyo. We looked at the Mandarin Oriental Tokyo once but there was no comparison. When I visit Tokyo I stay at the Imperial!