Just as a theater for a spectator traditionally begins with a hanger, for a tourist a country begins with a hotel in which he stops. And this is quite natural, because a warm welcome, friendly staff and comfortable living conditions not only set the tone for relaxation, but also play an important role in shaping impressions of the local culture as a whole. Hotels in Japan guarantee their tourists quality service and hospitality, regardless of the level of classification. They will be discussed in our article.
Going on
vacation to Japan, it should be borne in mind that the
hotel classification system in this country is different from the usual star system for us. To be more precise, there simply does not exist officially accepted designations of categorization - hotels are assigned a certain class depending on the level of services provided. By the way, hotels in Japan, decorated in a very colorful national style, are called ryokans and differ in the curved shape of the roof. The rooms in the rooms are tatami-matted and the
balcony doors are decorated with bamboo grilles. A low table with the necessary accessories for tea is an integral attribute of the decoration of the rooms. The beds in ryokans are ordinary mattresses spread directly on the floor. And instead of a private bathroom, guests of such hotels are offered to use the services of a common
bath (ofuro). Living in such conditions will allow you to immerse yourself in the culture of the country.
As we have already mentioned, hotels in Japan, although they do not have a specific classification, are nevertheless divided into categories according to the level of service.
Deluxe (DX) - prestigious exclusive hotels in Japan, offering the widest range of diverse services along with high quality services. Luxury boutiques, chic restaurants, beauty salons, business centers, fitness clubs - and this is not a complete list of the possible infrastructure of a hotel of this class. As a rule, deluxe hotels are included in the list of the best hotels in the world.
Superior (SP) - 5 star hotels. Living conditions in them are somewhat inferior to the previous category, due to which the cost of rooms becomes more affordable. Ideal for especially demanding customers.
First (F) - Japan hotels, approximately corresponding to a 4 star rating. The level of service in them is slightly above average, and the cost of living is quite acceptable. Comfortable comfortable rooms fully meet the requirements of customers.
Standard (S) - middle class hotels (3 stars according to European classification). They provide a standard set of services and necessary amenities. The rooms have a relatively small area.
Economy (E) is the most economical accommodation option. The rooms may not have a bathroom. It will be an ideal option for a short trip.
In Japan, there are also family pensions, which have the intricate name "Minshuku." This accommodation option is suitable for tourists who are interested in local life and especially value home comfort.
Now you know what hotels in Japan are. This information will be useful to you when choosing the type of accommodation at the planning stage of a trip to this amazing country with rich and interesting cultural traditions.