Accommodations in Tokyo Explained
Seasoned travelers are aware that Tokyo is one of the most expensive cities in which to find accommodations. Those who are planning a trip to Tokyo need to be aware of the expense involved when vacationing in the capital city of Japan. Japan is said to have only 80,000 facilities for tourist accommodations. Some are classified as Japanese and others are classified as western style. In the cheaper accommodations, you typically won’t have a private bathroom and many of the proprietors are not fluent in English. The usual time for check in is between 5 and 6 PM and the usual time for checking out is 10AM.
Staying in a Youth Hostel
Of the nearly 500 Youth Hostels available in the entire country Japan, the majority are privately owned. If you are not a member of the Youth Hostel, your fees will be a bit higher. You can expect to receive breakfast and dinner for a small charge as there are no facilities for cooking. Before you consider staying in a Youth Hostel, it is recommended you get in touch with the Youth Hostel Association in your area for booking your room because the price is higher when you book on site. You will need to bring a photo in order to become a member.
Staying with a Japanese Family or Minshuku
The family type accommodations offered at Minshuku are a bit higher than what you would pay at a Youth Hostel. Usually you will be served breakfast and dinner. The typical number of units a Minshuku has is from 10 to 20. You can find these type accommodations in small towns as well as the more popular resort regions. It is difficult to find a Minshuku if you are not fluent in Japanese. You are advised to find a Japanese speaking friend that will be able to book your room for you.
Japanese Motels or Ryokan
For those looking for more comfortable accommodations Ryokan is an alternative to a Minshuku at a higher price. Again, the staff is not typically fluent in English and Ryokan doesn’t include meals. If you are interested in staying in this type of accommodation contact the Japanese Inn Group which will give you information about franchised Ryokan in English. These accommodations are typically located near town’s railway station.
The Capsule Hotel Accommodations
Just as its name implies, this room is reminiscent of a box or a capsule. It is typically three meters long and one meter high. There is usually a small safe and desk along with a television. You must store your luggage in a separate storage area as there is not enough space in the room. These types of accommodations used to be exclusively for males, but they have recently begun accepting guests of the fairer sex. Most capsule hotels can be found in the large cities of Japan.
Staying at a Business Hotel
This style of accommodations caters to the businessmen. The room has a private bathroom but they are typically small. You can find a business hotel in the downtown of most cities and they are usually located near a subway or a railway station.
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