"Why book? Uber-social Sequence is the crown atop the latest urban renewal project in heart-of-the-action Shibuya, just steps from its famous “scramble” crossing. Set the scene Art installations, a skate park out back, and polished concrete all around—Sequence is as much a hub of youth culture as it is a beacon for slumber parties upstairs. The backstory Perhaps one of the biggest changes to Tokyo during the pandemic was the revitalization of the north side of Shibuya station, which included a four-story complex housing luxury boutiques, restaurants and a sweeping rooftop park. The Sequence’s lobby level begins in said park, and rises another dozen floors above the city with prim, modular rooms. Rooms Most rooms are under 200 square feet, but picture windows to the urban sprawl below help make the spaces feel larger. It’s worth noting that Sequence is trying something a little different: check-in is at 5pm and check out is at 2pm, which caters to party-prone guests who don’t want the stress of having to wake up after a big night out and scramble to sort their luggage in the morning. Food & drink Count a colorful breakfast buffet that runs until noon, and SOAK, the rooftop bar on the 18th floor, among the food and beverage offerings. We’re partial to the coffee shop-cum-lobby; a preferred gathering spot for studying locals. Neighborhood Shibuya is where you want to be for easy access to trendy neighborhoods like Shimokitazawa or Nakameguro, and the area itself runs the gamut from high-end to sleazy, promising every version of a fun day shopping or an even funner night out with countless izakayas and clubs scattered all over." - Brandon Presser
