Oops! Japan #4 — Stay Close, Stay Smart Hotel Tips for First-Timers in Japan Oops! Japan 第4回：ホテル選びと滞在のコツ


 

Oops! Japan #4 — Stay Close, Stay Smart

Hotel Tips for First-Timers in Japan

Oops! Japan 第4回：ホテル選びと滞在のコツ


🏨 Why Your Hotel Location Matters

Booking a hotel in Japan isn’t just about price or star ratings — it’s about mobility. Even the best room becomes a burden if you’re far from the metro. You’ll walk more than you think.

日本の観光は意外と**「徒歩＋電車」中心**。安いホテルでも、駅から遠いと疲れます。

When in doubt, pick a place within 5 minutes of a subway station. Your feet will thank you.


✅ Hotel Rooms Are Smaller — But Smarter

Rooms in Japanese business hotels tend to be compact, but what they lack in size, they make up for in functionality.

日本のホテルは狭いけれど、機能的で快適。 「必要なものが無駄なく整っている」ことに驚く旅行者も多いです。

Expect:

Excellent water pressure 🚿

Reliable Wi-Fi 📶

Built-in humidifiers 🌫

Toiletries, razors, hairbrushes, and even pajamas 🛌

No need to pack all your grooming tools — Japanese hotels have you covered.


🕓 Check-In & Check-Out Tips

Check-in is usually from 3:00 PM. But most hotels will gladly store your luggage if you arrive earlier.

午前中に到着しても、フロントで荷物を預かってくれるホテルがほとんどです。

Check-out is simple: return the card key and you’re good to go. No long front-desk procedures.

チェックアウトもシンプル。カードキーを返すだけでOKな場合が多いです。


🧳 What About Early Plans?

Have a plan in the morning but can’t check in yet? Store your bags at:

The hotel (ask at front desk)

Train station lockers

Some attractions or tourist centers

朝から行動したい人は、駅のロッカーや観光案内所も活用すると便利です。


💴 Tourist Tax? Don’t Be Surprised

Some cities in Japan (like Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka) charge a small tourist accommodation tax. It’s usually added to your hotel bill at check-in or check-out.

観光税は都市によって異なりますが、一泊あたり数百円程度。 現地で支払いが発生することもあるので、覚えておくと安心です。


🌙 Bonus: Sleepwear & Extras

Many hotels in Japan provide pajamas or yukata-style loungewear. You’ll also find:

Shoe horns

Fabric deodorizers

Hair ties, cotton pads, and more

パジャマ付きのホテルも多く、荷物を減らせます。 小さな気遣いがありがたいのが、日本のホテルの特徴です。


📌 Final Thoughts

Your hotel is more than a place to sleep — it’s your launchpad for the day. By choosing the right one (and knowing how to use it), you save time, energy, and stress.

ホテルをうまく選べば、旅全体がスムーズになります。 「寝る場所」以上の価値があるのが、日本のホテル。


📝 Written by De Garassie the 4th (出涸し文四郎)

Next up: Oops! Japan #5 — Train Travel Without Tears（電車＆交通編） Stay tuned for more smart tips you won’t find in the guidebooks!

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