Friday, January 30, 2015

#WhenInJapan: Hotel Emion Tokyo Bay - Review

One place that we spent most of our time in Japan was of course, in the hotel. We stayed at the Hotel Emion Tokyo Bay located in Urayasu City in Chiba Prefecture. The place is an urban style hotel that offers different services according to their guest's preferences. Hotel Emion is a partner hotel of Tokyo Disney Resort so guests can buy tickets in the front desk easily.

Source: Hotel Emion Tokyo Bay website
I was really comfortable during my stay in the hotel. It was very convenient for tourists to stay at this hotel because the place is surrounded with convenience stores and malls nearby. Tourists can also easily travel because its was also near Shin Urayasu Station. The hotel was cozy and it almost felt like home. Hotel Emion have a very accommodating ambiance that makes the guests satisfied and happy. I also liked the huge Christmas tree that welcomes the guest upon entering the hotel.

Our room is a Japanese twin (B type) room that can accommodate six (6) persons. The room includes 3 futon, 2 beds and 1 sofa bed. The bathroom is wide and spacious with separate bathtub and shower on opposite sides and two sink with a wide mirror in the middle. There’s also a separate room for the toilet beside the bathroom. Refer to the right side for the layout of our room. It was the exact look of our hotel room except for the balcony. What I love is not the fancy furniture but the breathtaking view of Tokyo Bay from our hotel room.

My roommates and I were lucky to witness the sun rising in the East from our room. We watched the sun as it slowly wakes up the whole world with its warmth and sunshine. My stay in Japan would be meaningless if I did not see that sunrise. Indeed, it was the most beautiful sun rise I have seen my entire life.


Here are some comments from the other participants of JENESYS 2.0 who also stayed in Hotel Emion Tokyo Bay.

“Pampered. That's what you get from the moment you meet the hotel's representative at the airport until the time you check out for the return flight. And that’s something I really loved about hotel emion. Aside from that they have a very convenient location wherein the mall and train station are just few blocks away from the hotel.”
- Therese Mercado, Group G (IG: @jtmercado)

“Hotel emion offers a cheaper way to have the best parts of Tokyo Bay near you. You can easily go to Disney land or any other part of the city because it's near shin urayasu station.”
- EJ Cortez, Group D (IG: @icecreamfroyo)

“I was actually impressed when I first saw Hotel Emion. Its lobby looks simple yet refreshing to the eyes because of its wide space. The room we stayed in to has a gorgeous view of Tokyo Bay and   the calm neighborhood.  An excellent service and relaxing stay!”
- Christell Dumali, Group E (IG: @christelldumali; Tumblr: christellstheworld.tumblr.com)

“Hotel Emion is one of the five-star hotels in Chiba. The interior design of their hotel rooms are a combination of modern and traditional Japanese "Heya"(room). Their breakfast buffet is superb!”
- Camille Tapia, Group F (IG: @thisismille)

“We stayed at the Hotel Emion near Tokyo bay, the hotel’s really nice and the best part is the VIEW— day and night, it’s just picturesque.”
- Kean Esguerra, Group E (IG: @keanismyname; Tumblr: keanobserver.tumblr.com)

“Hotel Emion will have a special place in my heart. I am particular about the restroom whenever I go abroad and this hotel has a really good one! I highly recommend the hotel for families because of its location and proximity to convenience stores, malls and train station. A must for anyone planning a trip to Tokyo Disneyland or DisneySea.”
- Glenn Ang, Group F (IG: @lespetitgarcons; WordPress: petitboyblogger.wordpress.com)

“The hotel accommodation we had at Emion Hotel was superb. The staff were very friendly, and even the other hotel guests. It seems like the people there always smile a lot. Plus the facilities were well maintained everyday. The buffet service was also great with a variety of menu to choose from appetizers to beverages.”
- Karisse Ramosos, Group E (IG: @kelramoso)

“I love the simplicity of Hotel Emion. It's ambience made me feel relax and at home. The amenities are modern that conduce for its convenience, comfort and enjoyment.”
- Regine de Ocampo, Group D (IG: yijindeocampo)

As for me, my stay in the hotel was relaxing. The hotel met my standards and the staff were nice and friendly. For those who are planning a trip to Japan in the future, I recommend that you book your accommodations at the Hotel Emion Tokyo Bay if you want to experience good service and have a good view of Tokyo Bay. Plus, you'll have an easy ride on your way to any Disney Resorts because they offer shuttle bus rides from the hotel to the resort. Other facilities the hotel offer also includes Disney Fantasy (Disney shopping store), SPA, convenience store (Family Mart), coin-operated laundry and Wi-Fi.


For inquiries and reservation:

HOTEL EMION TOKYO BAY
1-1-1 Hinode Urayasu-shi, Chiba, 279-0013, Japan
81(47)304-2727
www.hotel-emion.jp











  


Saturday, January 10, 2015

#WhenInJapan: ASAKUSA 浅草

My second day in Japan started when we went to Asakusa (浅草). Asakusa is one of the most popular historical places in Japan. It was the leading tourist spot in Tokyo since the Edo period and it still haven't changed since then. Asakusa is where the historical past of Japan lies within. Visitors can experience some of the traditional festivities including the Sanja Matsuri festival in May. Sanja Matsuri or Sanja Festival is the third biggest festival that is being celebrated in Asakusa district every year.

The main attraction in Asakusa is the traditional Sensoji Temple also known as Asakusa Kannon. It was the oldest Buddhist temple in Tokyo where people pray for good luck and fortune. Visitors can also shop in a 250 meter long shopping street called Nakamise while enjoying the beautiful sceneries of Asakusa. We can also see the Tokyo Skytree (Japan's tallest tower) up close from Asakusa.

Asakusa, for me, is one of the most beautiful places I've gone my whole life. It was the place where I took a glimpse of the old and traditional Japan. I recommend those who haven't been to Asakusa to go there and experience old Japan. I think its best to go there in May for the Sanja Matsuri festival and enjoy the cherry blossoms. Asakusa is definitely a must visit place in Japan!