It’s no secret that the Japanese are known for their originality and non-standard approach in everything. Local hotels designed in a variety of themes are no exception. Japan continues to lead the world in the number of unusual types of hotels, and some of the most original ones fit into our selection.
Book and Bed Hostel, Tokyo
The Book and Bed hostel chain, of which there are as many as six throughout Tokyo, combines cozy sleeping capsules and labyrinths of bookshelves. A standard capsule costs 36 pounds (3,000 rubles) per night, a capsule with a beautiful view of the city is slightly more expensive, 43 pounds.
Amenities include free Wi—Fi, small lockers, bathrooms, and free disposable earplugs for each guest.
First Cabin Hotel, Tokyo
The First Cabin Hotel, as they write on the website itself, is a “unique hotel of the future” with rooms resembling the interior of an airplane. Each guest, as well as on the plane, is given a set of disposable hygiene items and other useful things.
A first class capsule will cost 40 pounds (3,400 rubles) per night, with a possible downgrade to “business class” and “premium economy”.
Hotel Chapel Christmas, Narita
The Hotel Chapel Christmas in Narita has a New Year’s mood all year round. Everything in the hotel is made in the spirit of Christmas. Christmas trees, lollipops, Christmas wreaths, garlands and other atmospheric paraphernalia automatically cheer you up! Guests can choose from rooms in eight different styles.
Keibajo US Hotel, Niigata
There are a great many so—called “love hotels” or dating hotels in Japan (it is estimated that about 37 thousand) on a variety of topics. The Keibajo US Hotel offers 50 themed rooms with a rental period of one hour or more. One of the most “innocent” options is a room in the form of a school office, where guests, of course, will be far from proving theorems.
Hotel Gracery, Tokyo
The Gracery Hotel in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district opened in 2015, and attracts tourists from all over the world not only for its luxury, but also for the giant Godzilla head that looks out from the building on Kabukicho Entertainment Street.
This hotel is a kind of Godzilla “museum”, where everything related to the famous monster is found at every step. The room will cost a lot — about 200 pounds (17 thousand rubles) per night.
Henn Ha Hotel, Nagasaki
The Henn Ha Hotel is almost entirely controlled by robots. At the reception you will be met and registered by three alternative robots, including an English-speaking dinosaur. The guests’ luggage is picked up and delivered by a robot hand. The cost of rooms starts from 36 pounds (3 thousand rubles) per night.
Nine Hours, Kyoto
Capsule hotels in futuristic style are appearing all over the world today, but the trend itself originates in Japan. Capsule hotels, originally designed for those who work overtime and who just need to take a nap during their lunch break, now attract tourists from all over the world. One of the most popular such hotels in Japan is Nine Hours, which is located in Kyoto.
The cost of a night in a capsule is about 30 pounds (2500 rubles), with the possibility to stay for any period of time — even just to take a shower and take a nap.
The Millennial’s is another popular capsule hotel, already in Tokyo
Tokyo’s The Millennial’s capsules are more comfortable — for those who want to feel at home. Free pastries, coffee and tea are served every morning.
Karaoke hotels
On a trip to Japan, karaoke is one of the mandatory items. It is here that karaoke rooms, designed for small companies, have appeared, which are gaining popularity all over the world. In addition to ordinary karaoke rooms, karaoke rooms with the opportunity to spend the night are common in Japan.
One@Tokyo hotel, Tokyo
Fans of the “industrial chic” style can stay at the Tokyo One@Tokyo hotel, which looks more like a modern art gallery than a place to sleep. The design of the hotel is fully thought out by the world famous architect Kengo Kuma.
Another designer hotel is Claska, Tokyo
This concept hotel has a total of 20 rooms, each designed by different architects and designers. Of the four style options, guests are invited to “choose the room that best suits their leisure goals, preferences and style.”
Nagomi cafe, Tokyo
In Japanese Internet cafes, known as “manga cafes”, guests pay for the duration of their stay — about 1.5 pounds (120 rubles) for the first half hour, and 70 pence (60 rubles) for each subsequent one. Considering that in the manga cafe you can not only surf the Internet and read manga comics, but also sleep on comfortable sofas – this is an excellent option, long appreciated by economical tourists.
Tokyo Disneyland Hotel, Tokyo
The Tokyo Disneyland Hotel is for those who want to feel like a prince or a princess. The hotel’s quirky rooms are designed in the style of Disney cartoons, such as Alice in Wonderland and Cinderella.
Seven Stars, Kyushu Island
The Seven Stars Luxury Train is the first Japanese hotel train operating on the island of Kyushu, the third largest in Japan.
During the trip, tourists will enjoy stunning views of the island, amazing local haute cuisine and dishes prepared by the best chefs in Japan, and unforgettable high-class service. Prices vary depending on the time of year. All interested guests should submit an application for consideration before the trip.
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