Category: Hotel
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Is OMO7 Osaka Good for Families? Honest Review from a Local Parent (2025)
In 2025 January New Years Day, we visited Universal Studios Japan with our family and friends’s family – a fun group of 7 people – and all of us stayed at OMO7 Osaka. We knew it was a nice hotel but it beated our prior expectation! We want to share our honest experience with you
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10 Best Cherry Blossom Hotels in Tokyo for 2025 Spring
Planning to experience Japan’s cherry blossoms while staying in Tokyo? As a Tokyo local Japanese of 20+ years (full profile here), I’m excited to share these carefully selected accommodations that will make your spring visit unforgettable.🌸 While cherry blossom spots in Tokyo are breathtaking, they can get quite crowded during the season. That’s why I’ve
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15 Best Affordable Places to Stay in Osaka 2025 & 2026
Are you planning a trip to Osaka, Japan, but worried about the cost of accommodation? Fear not! Osaka offers a wide range of budget-friendly hotels that allow you to save money on lodging and fully enjoy your Japanese adventure. As born-and-raised Osaka locals, in this page we’ll explore 15 Best Budget Hotels in Osaka and
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12 Best Budget Hotels in Shibuya (July 2025)
As a local Japanese parent living in Tokyo for over 20 years, I’ve handpicked these 12 Best Budget Hotels in Shibuya. Each recommended spot has been personally verified to ensure genuine value for your Tokyo adventure! (See full profile here.) Beyond the famous Shibuya Crossing, the area has transformed with multiple new buildings in 2025.
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2024 Best 10 Newest Hotels in Kyoto (Nov 2024)
Welcome to Kyoto’s Evolving Hospitality Landscape As the ancient capital of Japan continues to captivate travelers from around the globe, Kyoto’s hotel scene is undergoing a remarkable transformation. In 2024, the city has welcomed an array of stunning new accommodations, seamlessly blending traditional aesthetics with modern luxury. This guide introduces you to nine the most
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15 Onsen and Hot Spring Hotels in Hakone
Hakone is a popular hot spring destination, easily reached in 75 minutes by Romancecar from Shinjuku Station. We truely love it, visited there nearly 10 times, mostly by car from Tokyo in our case because we’re local. (Our full profile is here.) From our experience visiting Hakone many times, we recommend the 15 Best Hot
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12 Family Friendly Hotels in Yuzawa (Feb 2025)
Planning a magical snow adventure with your kids in Japan? Just an hour from Tokyo by bullet train, Yuzawa is your perfect family winter destination! Discover our handpicked selection of 12 family-friendly hotels, from ski-in/ski-out resorts to cozy lodges, each chosen to make your family’s first snow experience unforgettable…
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NASPA Ski Garden, Best Resort for Familiy Winter Vacation
Hi there! We’re a Japanese local family raising two children in Tokyo. Among all ski resorts, NASPA Ski Garden is our most recommended destination—a place our family loves returning to and one we confidently suggest to both Japanese and international families. If you’re planning to visit Japan and Tokyo during winter and want a place
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12 Family Friendly Hotels in Hakuba (Dec 2025)
Planning a family trip to Hakuba? Leave it to us! As experienced local winter enthusiasts who ski in Hakuba with kids, we’ll share 12 Best Family-Friendly Hotels and Lodges in Hakuba, recommended areas, and insider tips. We hope our local insights help create wonderful snow memories with your loved ones! We’d be happy if these
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13 Best Affordable Places to Stay in Fukuoka 2025
Looking for budget hotels in Fukuoka? As a Japanese local who visits Kyushu region and this city regularly, I’ll share 13 Best Budget Hotels in Fukuoka for affordable stays. (Our full profile is here.) Each hotel has been selected for its good balance of comfort, value, and Fukuoka areas, helping you explore this welcoming city