Spaced-out Accommodation in Japan at a Capsule Hotel Gives You the Ultimate Japanese Experience

Cost-saving and Space-Efficient Living Arrangement in a Plastic Capsule in Tokyo

Inspired by the future and space travel, or just simply having an open-minded Japanese sense of design, the first capsule hotel was made into reality thanks to the innovative architect, Kisho Kurokawa. The year was 1979 and the name of the first hotel was the Osaka Capsule Inn.

The idea of capsule hotels was perhaps too national to ever be spread outside the Japanese borders, but has kept its popularity in Japan since the 70's. Perhaps because Tokyo is the most expensive city in the world and being overpopulated, they found this a good solution to both.

At a capsule hotel you get your own little plastic nest of 1 x 2 meters. Some hotels manage to squeeze in up to 700 capsules for rent - effective to say the least! If you're claustrophobic or extremely tall, you should look for another place to stay but apart from that, this is a very comfortable and functional living arrangement that provides even TV and internet connection. Hosteslclub guests who tried this bedding style at Capsule Hotel Asakusa Riverside have been very pleased.

Men and women stay on different floors, and each side of the walls are covered with 2 rows of capsules. You keep your luggage in a separate locker, and a glass door gives you some privacy. The bathroom is of course shared.

The indoor etiquette in Japan means they will make you take off your shoes indoors and put you up with a provided pair of slippers. A tidbit just so you´re prepared!

Food is served in the restaurant or there will be vending machines. Usually there is also a nice lounge where you can meet other guests, and in some cases also a guest kitchen.

A capsule hotel is a common hotel alternative for businessmen who missed the last train home at midnight, it happens a lot in a city where people work insane hours and therefore amenities like a toiletry kit and bathrobe are provided for all guests. Hostelsclub, is happy to recommend to you the full Japanses experience at Capsule Hotel Asakusa Riverside. A perfect location, overlooking the river, in Asakusa, one of the few quarters of Tokyo that have kept a genuine Japanese atmosphere. Hotel facilities like toiletries, bed linens, bathrobe, and also a guest kitchen are available where you can cook your own food and save more money for some fun in town instead.

Book at Capsule Hotel Asakusa Riverside today!