My first stay here - and wow.

Just 1 night, had asked for early check-in which was not only given at 7am but included upgrade to the corner view (-12), and even Mt Fuji was visible.

Was asked re: amenity and chose the points, however in my room I still found a bottle of decent red and a box of cookies. A small breakfast was waiting on the desk.

Used the Spa after been given a small tour. Very nice. The pool area feels a bit cold though.

Happy hour from 5-7 includes Sparkling (no champagne), red/white/beer. Some nuts were served. I brought along two colleagues asking if I could simply pay for them to which they said no problem. We ordered some food, and it turned out they only made me pay for the food. Very very good and friendly service. Wow again !

Overall it feels quiet - I believe we were the only happy hour guests, the bar filled up later with 'normal customers'.

It's properties and stays like these that make the difference....too bad I will probably miss requal this year.