Eschewing flashy gimmicks and marketing stunts, the Shangri La in Tokyo welcomes business ... It’s easy to assume all posh hotel rooms are created equal, but it is sadly not the case.

The high-end competition is stiff in this neighborhood with the notable Ritz-Carlton a few blocks away and the Hilton anchor hotel across the street, but that doesn't bother Shangri-La devotees.

Part of this building is occupied by the Shangri-La Hotel, which instantly became a favorite with celebrities. In fact, scenes from the movie Syriana were filmed at the hotel. Diplomats and ...