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Sep 17
2007

Japan Capsule Hotels

Posted by hdr in Japan Capsule Hotels

Capsule hotels are a type of okinawa hotel popular mostly among travelers stranded for the night and those who are on a tight budget. Despite the very limited space you will be surprised at how well equipped these hotels are. Each capsule usually comes with a built in mini TV, radio, and alarm clock, plus fresh bedding of course. You can also use the hotel’s lockers, shower rooms, laundry facilities, restaurants, vending machines, and clothes shop. An overnight stay costs ¥2000-4000 while an afternoon nap is usually even cheaper.

Capsule hotels have been around since 1979 and are pretty common in Japan. However the concept still hasn’t spread to other countries despite the convenience they bring.



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written by haiko , September 28, 2007
I think those Capsules are a great idea! I wonder why other countries don't use them.

-- haiko
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