What Are Japanese Capsule Hotels Really Like?
We tried four, to help you decide whether to stay in one or not.
We tried four, to help you decide whether to stay in one or not.
A manga lover's dream accommodation. The Manga Art Hotel doubles as a capsule hotel and manga library for guests to read and relax. Note: This particular branch of the Manga Art Hotel (there are others) can only be booked through the official …
And what else to do in the area, with expert tips from a local guide.
A chemistry lab, a train carriage, a trip to outer space ... go somewhere different.
Go beyond powdered green tea. Aojiru, anyone?
Some of the best picks, near the big stations.
There are more than 20 installations to see, scattered across the country.
Follow our itinerary for hot springs, history—and craft beer.
Choose your own kawaii-filled adventure—without getting lost along the way.
How many have you heard of?
Drop, turn, open — these capsules are full of surprises.
If you haven't been to Womb, have you been clubbing in Tokyo at all?
Explore the home of Japan's lucky red dolls — and try some of the best udon noodles in the world while you're at it.
Ocean sunsets, private hot springs, geisha performances — and much more.
Stroll across gorges, sip on sake, stay at a ryokan, and simply relax.
A 400-year-old seafood restaurant, Studio Ghibli, and lots of teddies.
An all-female cast performs one of the best things we've seen in years.
An unlikely day trip — but possible nonetheless.