Fireflies get an early start in one of the only places where they can be seen in the city center.
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Hotels had been meeting for decades to exchange insider information regarding occupancy rates and future pricing projections.
Northern Japanese town famous for its castles and cherry blossoms also has one of the country’s most unique hotels.
Cat got your tongue on where to stay? Choose one of these lodgings where the felines play a purrfect part of the customer service.
An amazing deal if you’re headed to Japan’s upcoming world’s fair, or even if you’re skipping it entirely.
Relaxing baths and an all-you-can-eat seafood buffet combine to satisfy both your body and mind.
The fun starts at the front desk, but it’s time to find out how far the weirdness extends through the hotel.
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