Pros (+) Fairly close to the trains. Some good places to eat and see south of it. Relatively cheap compared to actual hotels. Restaurant is ok but not the cheapest when it comes to drinks. Good if you're just looking for a place to sleep, get clean and go about your business. Not far from a popular bar scene, golden gai/golden street. It's worth checking out, just know it's cramped and the bars only hold l...
Cons (-) If you were uncomfortable with showering in gym class then the open baths won't be for you. Closes during the middle of the day, 10am to 4pm, so don't plan on sleeping in late. If you have tattoos you can't stay there. Also don't plan on partying in the red light area which isn't too far away and come back, men only and if you're drunk you're out. The capsules have tvs but don't ask me how they wo...
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