Living in a capsule hotel
Because of Japan’s economic crisis, many people have lost their job’s and their homes; because of this capsule hotels seem to be making a comeback. Capsule hotels which were built when Japan was pulling back from its bubble economy were primarily used for salary men and better yet drunk salary man to stay the night when they missed their train. But now for some capsule hotels have become a home.
For Atsushi Nakanishi, jobless since Christmas, home is a cubicle barely bigger than a coffin — one of dozens of berths stacked two units high in one of central Tokyo’s decrepit “capsule” hotels.“It’s just a place to crawl into and sleep,” he said, rolling his neck and stroking his black suit — one of just two he owns after discarding the rest of his wardrobe for lack of space. “You get used to it.”The rent is surprisingly high for such a small space: 59,000 yen a month, or about $640, for an upper bunk. But with no upfront deposit or extra utility charges, and basic amenities like fresh linens and free use of a communal bath and sauna, the cost is far less than renting an apartment in Tokyo, Mr. Nakanishi says.
Hotel Shinjuku 510’s capsule hotels are roughly 6 ½ feet long by 5 feet wide. Each capsule is furnished with a light, small TV with earphones, coat hooks, a blanket and a pillow. Other possession’s like clothes are kept in lockers. The hotel does feature a common room with couches, a dining area and washrooms.
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[...] For Atsushi Nakanishi, jobless since Christmas, home is a cubicle barely bigger than a coffin — one of dozens of berths stacked two units high in one of central Tokyo’s decrepit “capsule” hotels.“It’s just a place to crawl into and sleep,” he said, rolling his neck and stroking his black suit — one of just two he owns after discarding the rest of his wardrobe for lack of space. “You get used to it.”The rent is surprisingly high for such a small space: 59,000 yen a month, or about $640, for an upper bunk. But with no upfront deposit or extra utility charges, and basic amenities like fresh linens and free use of a communal bath and sauna, the cost is far less than renting an apartment in Tokyo, Mr. Nakanishi says. You find the original post here http://www.dailyotaku.com/? … | Zero [...]