TOKYO – I am on the eighth course of my omakase dinner, watching the chef set glistening tuna on freshly pressed mounds of vinegared rice. My daughter is getting restless at the sushi counter, having finished her child set meal. Breezily, I wave my three...
In Japan, hotel space is a luxury. Many hotel rooms hover between 15 and 25 sq m. I recall having to test my long-jump skills, vaulting over my luggage to navigate tight spaces.
In our visit to the three cities, my family – including three children aged between eight and 10 – explores four Mimaru hotels.A family suite at Mimaru Suites Tokyo Nihombashi, which offers two-bedroom suites. PHOTO: MIMARU Choose from a huge range of Japanese ceramics on loan for an exquisite in-room meal experience. PHOTO: MIMARU
Children’s cutlery sets and furniture corner guards are also available, and I am told some hotel branches stock diaper bins. In our hotel rooms, roller blinds behind shoji windows can be lowered to darken rooms, which is handy for those who require daytime naps. Family travellers can choose from various bed configurations across Mimaru hotels, such as single beds, bunk or loft beds and, for a more traditional experience, futons.
Mimaru’s offerings are priced in the mid-range bracket. When I visit in early December 2022, one night in a studio apartment that sleeps five at Mimaru Kyoto station costs $265. A night in a two-bedroom suite at Mimaru Suites Tokyo Nihombashi costs $378. Besides regular studio and two-bedroom apartments, Mimaru has a range of themed rooms. Here are some concept rooms designed to appeal to families.For Pokemon enthusiasts, Japan is the place to geek out. Fans who have visited the futuristic Pokemon Center in Shibuya, or dined at Pokemon Cafe in Nihonbashi, can now also spend a night surrounded by the critters.Each room is decorated with Pokeballs and pocket monsters. Spot Pikachu and marvel at themed walls with Eevee, Rattata and Mewtwo.
My child is elated when I take her to view this spacious apartment. She attempts an activity to locate the “hidden ninja” decal in different corners of the room. Her favourite is one that can be unveiled only with the aid of technology . Guests who spot all the decals can claim a prize from the hotel reception.
Guests booking this room have to engage their own private chef, but Mimaru is looking to work out contracts with private chefs. Those who do not wish to hire a chef can grab supplies at a supermarket.
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