Hotels in Tokyo
December 15, 2009 by JapanGuide
Filed under Food and Accommodations
Tokyo is one of the cities that is full of cultural traditions and contemporary technologies. It also happens to be one of the cities that is visited by the most tourists. The tourists that visit Tokyo get to enjoy many different kinds of restaurants that have food from all over the world. They also get to visit all sorts of futuristic shops. But, the main thing that a tourist will see during their visit to Tokyo is the hotel that they will be in.
In Tokyo there are hotels everywhere. There are a wide variety of lower end and higher end western style hotels. These Western style hotels are usually somehow working with American companies. Usually the staff at these hotels will speak English.
We will now talk about 3 different hotels.
The Andon Ryokan is a budget hotel. The Andon Ryokan has a is a modern, minimalist, and clean hotel. Generally, the hotel is better for couples than it is for a solo traveler, but that does not mean solo travelers are not welcome. Since the hotel is about out of the way, it also has its own feel making it a new experience for just about everyone.
The rooms in this hotel, though only big enough to house two people, the extras that you get make up for its size. There are in fact quite a few amenities. Some of these include a DVD player wherever you go, access to the internet, a kitchen, library of DVD’s, and a staff that can all speak English. Another thing you get is very cheap breakfasts, and free coffee and tea.
Another budget hotel in Tokyo is the Kimi Ryokan. The Kimi Ryokan is one of the most popular budget hotels in Tokyo. It has rooms that have a very Japanese feel to them. The main rooms have wood floor, and the bathrooms even have a Japanese bath. Also, they have a very pleasant staff. With all these amazing things, it’s no wonder that its waiting list is rather long.
The Grand Hyatt is a high end hotel. The Grand Hyatt is a place that is very warm, airy and relaxed. Though, the building itself almost has a maze like feeling. The hotel also uses a lot of fabric, and wood making the hotel have a very organic feel to it. But, the main thing the hotel focuses on is beauty of its interior architect. This hotel is great for business or pleasure.
So, if you are going to Tokyo consider one of the previously mentioned hotels.
Accommodations in Tokyo
December 1, 2009 by JapanGuide
Filed under Food and Accommodations
The captivating aura of the Tokyo metropolis is the what makes the city so appealing. This place is a fine mix of contemporary life and the ancient tradition that goes hand in hand. Visitors get to experience something that make this place stand out of the others, and that is their rich culture and tradition, which they have not let go of in the process of modernization. At some place one may experience the hi-tech environment which makes it so special and at the he may be enjoying the serenity in some breathtaking mountain top.
Tokyo is one of the most visited places, not just for its futuristic approach but also for the kind of hospitality it extends to all its guests. It has got everything in itself, you may satisfy your appetite with the exotic spread which is one of its kind here, or shop your hart out at one of the futuristic shopping store, visit the most exotic places on earth or simply relax in one of their best hotels which offer you the best of hi- tech facilities on card.
There are those expensive ones promising all the best of services ever experienced, while on the other hand they have the budget hotels which provide all amenities and comfort at reasonable rates. With so many varied ranges of hotels accommodation is never an issue in Tokyo. Tourist need not worry about the language problem since there are many hotels who offer Western style of service with staff interacting in English.
Just to get a brief idea of the kind of hotels that are available in Tokyo, here is a short description:
The Budget Hotels:
This kind of hotels may be found in the Taito area, in the region of Ueno and Asakusa. Most of the budget hotels are available mainly in this region, but if one is not willing to stay in this part they may find some more in places like Yokohama too.
The cheapest alternatives available in Tokyo are the Capsule hotels which offer all the services expected by a guest but at a very reasonable rate. They do not have extensive behavioral rules which need to be strictly followed. But most of them allow men only.
The Mid-Range Hotels:
These kinds of hotels are often situated near the railway stations and have very small size rooms for single occupancy. These reasonably priced hotels may be found through out Tokyo and one may enjoy all the services available which are typical of Japan. These are mainly of two types Tokyo Stay and Ryokans.
The Luxury Hotels:
These are best if you have an extravagant lifestyle. These are high in price and offer special services for its guests. One may get to experience the best of the hi-tech facilities these kinds of hotels offer.
You may find these hotels in the regions of Shinjuku and Aksaka in Tokyo.
These different kinds of hotels offer services to people of different walks of life and makes the stay in Tokyo a life time experience.
All About Tokyo Tourism
November 28, 2009 by JapanGuide
Filed under All About Tokyo
Speaking of Tokyo, it is one of the most happening places in whole of South East Asia. It witnesses many of people from different parts of the world trying to make a living or pursuing a career. The city hosts people who are here to see the old world charm of ancient Japan. Tokyo Tourism is one of the most flourishing industries in the world tourism.
Japan is one of the most progressive countries still it manages to hold back its age old culture and tradition. People come here in millions just to witness this ancient day charm. The Land of Rising Sun as it is called. This place has a rich culture of music, art, fashion matching its footsteps with science and technology.
People like to visit the stores, entertainment places and towns throughout the neighborhoods of Tokyo. Though no buildings in Tokyo are marked as Heritage sites, it has Jizo Hall, a suburban temple which can be taken to be a National treasure. They get to see the Japanese pop cultural and few museums. Tokyo is connected with major International Airports and the tourists may avail of hotels easily at reasonable rates.
Tokyo is known for its nearby get a ways. Mount Fiji is just one of them from where you can enjoy the rising sun. One cannot miss the Ueno Park and the Roppongi Hill. Tokyo has several tourist attractions, which would takes several days to visit them all. But it has a very well connected train and subway systems for the convenience of the visitors.
Tokyo is also famous for its shopping culture. Tourists visit these places for buying things which are specialities of that place. Anytime, this place is known for its world class electronic goods.
To get information on Tokyo tourism one may visit their Tourist information center. They have many offices to help the tourists plan their trips.
However, Tokyo has had its share of ups and downs with the slide in economy which as directly affected Tokyo Tourism. But still, it has managed to keep up with its quality and services which are very much the characteristics of the Japanese.


