Where to Stay Why Hotels in Japan Ask for Your Passport at Check-In
Hotels in Japan must record and copy the passports of foreign guests without a Japan address. See who is covered and what happens if you refuse.
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Where to Stay Types of Accommodation in Japan: Hotels, Capsules, Ryokan and More
Business hotels, capsule hotels, ryokan, hostels and apartment rentals in Tokyo: what each is like, who it suits and what to check before you book.
Where to Stay Best Hotels in Ueno: 3 Picks Near the Station, Park and Skyliner
Three Ueno hotels close to the station, with the Keisei Skyliner to Narita, Ueno Park's museums and Ameyoko market on the doorstep. Compare them and choose.
Where to Stay Best Hotels in Ikebukuro: 3 Picks for Value, Shopping and Long Stays
Three Ikebukuro hotels near the station, compared for value, shopping and long stays, in a base with direct trains to Shinjuku and Shibuya.
Where to Stay Best Hotels in Asakusa: 4 Picks Near Senso-ji and the Station
Four Asakusa hotels close to a station and Senso-ji, with direct Toei Asakusa Line trains to both airports. Compare locations and choose your base.
Where to Stay Best Hotels near Tokyo Station and Ginza: 4 Picks for Trains and Shopping
Four hotels near Tokyo Station and Ginza, including the Tokyo Station Hotel, for easy shinkansen and airport trains with Ginza's shops a short walk away.
Where to Stay Best Hotels in Shinjuku: 5 Picks for First-Timers, Long Stays and Nightlife
Five Shinjuku hotels for different budgets and styles, from the quiet west side to Kabukicho, chosen from official information with tips on which side to stay.
Where to Stay Best Hotels in Shibuya: 7 Picks Near the Station for Every Budget
Seven Shibuya hotels near the station for every budget, from smart pods to a luxury tower, chosen from official information with what to check before you book.