ARUKU EAST

AKITA

11 November 2024

Sacred Spots, Local Food, and Enhanced Beauty ♪ Take a Trip to Kakunodate and Lake Tazawa, Visiting a Samurai Residence Street Brimming with Historical Romance

On this trip, hotel staff will guide you on a detailed tour of Kakunodate and Lake Tazawa. Enjoy gourmet food and shopping at the Wanoi Inn, which opened in 2020, or Hotel Folklolo Kakunodate, which is located in front of the station. Enjoy the olden day atmosphere at the samurai residences and storehouses. Visit the brewery of superior sake brand “Hideyoshi” and visit a sacred spot by Lake Tazawa thought to enhance your beauty.

IWATE

18 October 2024

Visit the traditional site of “Tono Monogatari” and the reconstructed Sanriku Kamaishi area. Tono/Kamaishi TRIP: Connecting the past to the future

In Tono City, well known from the folklorist Kunio Yanagita's book “Tono Monogatari,” visitors can enjoy a mysterious journey around places related to traditions such as the Kappabuchi Pool and Oshirasama. On the second day, we will enjoy Kamaishi's local specialty gourmet food in the area around the hotel and also learn about the memories of the disaster that must never fade away and the lessons for the future.

FUKUSHIMA

4 October 2024

There are many attractive spots. A little nostalgic and interesting trip to Fukushima City and Iizaka Onsen

Fukushima City is dotted with spots that teach people about the good old days and culture, making it an attractive place to enjoy a slightly retro city walk. Visitors can also visit “Iizaka Onsen,” one of the top three hot springs in Oshu, and enjoy local specialty food while walking along the cobblestone pavements. Peach picking is a must during the best peach season from July to September ♪

YAMAGATA

3 September 2024

Nourish your weary body with vitamin-rich seasonal fruit. Experience history, traditions, and heartwarming adventures on a trip to Yonezawa and Takahata

The new E8 Series Yamagata Shinkansen debuted in March 2024. On this trip, we will stop around Yonezawa and Takahata, and visit places related to the daimyo Uesugi’s clan and experience the latent potential of the fruit kingdom of Yamagata through fruit-picking experiences and sweets. And the Toreiyu Tsubasa concept room and the station building complete with hot spring baths are popular among railroad fans.

CHIBA

20 August 2024

We bring you the latest spots around Makuharitoyosuna Station and the charms of the waterfront area! Take a trip around Makuhari New City, where pleasant sea breezes blow

A new JR station, Makuharitoyosuna Station, opened in March 2023. In March 2024, the JR-East Hotel Mets Premier Makuharitoyosuna as well as a plaza and barbecue terrace opened in front of the station, creating a new bustling atmosphere. On this trip, we will start from the hotel, tour around the Makuhari New City, and rediscover the charms of the Chiba waterfront area!

IWATE

24 July 2024

Experience the history and culture of the southern inland region of Iwate Prefecture!

Take a trip to Kitakami and Hanamaki where you will find a glimpse of novelist Kenji Miyazawa’s Ihatov utopia
Choose a base for your trip from two hotels—JR East Hotel Mets Kitakami or Hotel Folkloro Hanamaki Towa—based on your style of travel. On the first day, visit Hiraizumi, the little Kyoto of Michinoku, and Geibi Gorge, one of the 100 most scenic spots in Japan. And on the second day, visit spots connected to famed novelist Kenji Miyazawa. You will also be able to enjoy Iwate's renowned meat brands!

TAIPEI

11 June 2024

Introducing the hottest Taiwanese foods selected by local staff. A trip to Taiwan that will have you ready to go yourself!

This is ARUKU EAST's first step overseas. The hotel staff from Hotel Metropolitan Premier Taipei will take you into the city and report on Taiwan's fascinating cuisine and the latest news. The warm personalities of the people and the variety of cuisine will satisfy both your heart and your stomach. Let’s take a trip to Taiwan!

TOKYO

20 May 2024

The grand opening of HICity, a fusion of the cutting edge and tradition. Learn the history of Haneda Airport and dream about the future with a trip to Haneda.

Haneda Innovation City (abbreviated as “HICity”) had its grand opening in November 2023 at Tenkubashi Station, which is located next to Haneda Airport. Companies with cutting-edge technologies have gathered at this site, which promotes art, food, hot springs, and other aspects of Japan’s rich culture. Using the Hotel Metropolitan Haneda as a base on this trip, we explore the latest spots at HICity and Haneda Airport. We make sure to stop by and pray for safe travels at Anamori Inari Shrine, which tells the history of Haneda. Enjoy a trip to Haneda that will make you yearn to fly and dream of the future.

TOKYO

29 March 2024

Packed with the latest information on Tokyo Dome City! Experience both the nostalgic and the new in Iidabashi and Suidobashi.

Iidabashi is served by five train lines, including JR and Tokyo Metro. It has developed as a business and commercial location. At this sophisticated neighborhood, you can still see some retro Showa-era scenes that have remained unchanged for many years. The Hotel Metropolitan Edmont was our base for a tour of the Science Museum and Kagurazaka. The second day was dedicated to leisure at Tokyo Dome City.Please enjoy a trip to Iidabashi and Suidobashi, where time passes at a leisurely pace despite being in the heart of the city.

IBARAKI

18 March 2024

Trip to an aquarium and theme park! A Mito and Oarai Trip to experience history and culture in the areas associated with the Mito Tokugawa family

The Ibaraki Trip started in the Oarai and Hitachinaka areas, where you can enjoy gentle sea breezes. The driving route was dotted with seaside recreation spots and seafood gourmet specialties available only during limited seasons.The following day, the tour visited places in Mito City associated with the Mito Tokugawa family, allowing time to contemplate the days of the Tokugawa daimyo Mitsukuni and Nariaki.Meeting people in different places is one of the best parts of traveling! You are certain to treasure your experiences of meeting the local people, who are single-minded but at the same time warm and playful.

TOCHIGI

6 February 2024

Experience art and magnificent scenery formed by nature. Rediscover the local charm in Utsunomiya and Mashiko!

Today’s recommendation is a popular Tochigi sightseeing route that will take us around Utsunomiya and Mashiko. In the city of Utsunomiya, you will be impressed by the remains of an underground quarry and magnificent views of a bamboo forest. And in Mashiko, you will experience ceramics and engage with works of art at a gallery. And while staying at JR-East Hotel Mets Utsunomiya, you will also have a chance to seek out a famous Utsunomiya gyoza restaurant. Let’s take a trip to Utsunomiya and Mashiko, two cities home to vibrant cultures.

SAITAMA

19 January 2024

Leave your luggage at the hotel and visit the latest spots in Kawagoe (nicknamed "Little Edo") and Tokorozawa ♪ Take a trip to Saitama to enjoy the vibrant local culture and cuisine

The area around Hotel Metropolitan Saitama-Shintoshin is packed with hot spots such as The Railway Museum, Kadokawa Culture Museum, and Koedo Kawagoe! Learn about the history and culture rooted in Saitama Prefecture, and enjoy locally produced cuisine and confections. We suggest a one-night, two-day trip for adults to see sights easy to miss because of their close proximity to Tokyo.

GUNMA

26 December 2023

A flexible combination of activities that lets you enjoy a trip of your very own, without being swayed by trends. Let the time pass by as you relax on a Minakami trip!

Located in the northernmost part of Gunma Prefecture, the Minakami area features natural beauty on a major scale, with 2000-meter tall mountains, forests, lakes, and valleys. Peaceful countryside vistas surround Hotel Familio Minakami, and from there, it’s only a 5-minute walk to Takumi no Sato, where you can discover traditional Japanese crafts! There’s plenty of outdoor activities too, of course. Take some time out to chat with the locals while you enjoy the slow life on your journey to claim a trip of your own.

NIIGATA

4 October 2023

Enjoy the charm of Niigata's rice and food! Eat, drink, and let the natural island beauty soothe you on the ultimate Niigata & Sado trip《Niigata Edition》

Two days and an overnight stay isn’t enough to experience the charms of Niigata, so the hotel staff recommends a three-day, two-night travel plan covering Niigata and Sado. There’s plenty of places to eat delicious rice and sample local sake! In Sado, you can see remains of old structures that are provisionally listed as World Heritage sites, and the emerald-blue sea, which promises to make for the most spectacular view you’ve ever witnessed.

NIIGATA

4 October 2023

Enjoy the charm of Niigata's rice and food! Eat, drink, and let the natural island beauty soothe you on the ultimate Niigata & Sado trip.《Sado Edition》

Two days and an overnight stay isn’t enough to experience the charms of Niigata, so the hotel staff recommends a three-day, two-night travel plan covering Niigata and Sado. There’s plenty of places to eat delicious rice and sample local sake! In Sado, you can see remains of old structures that are provisionally listed as World Heritage sites, and the emerald-blue sea, which promises to make for the most spectacular view you’ve ever witnessed.

CHIBA

6 September 2023

Embrace the summer and dive into nature on land and sea! We take a summer trip to Minami-Boso and relax with the animals and colorful flowers!

Blessed with a mild climate throughout the year, the Minami-Boso area is packed with leisure activities to explore on both land and sea. Our recommendation from hotel staff this time gives you the best of Minami-Boso, where you can see the wildlife, enjoy the sea by SUP, and cycle along the cost. Be sure to also visit the seafood restaurants with stunningly fresh food, and maybe a hidden spiritual hot spot that may or may not have magical influences on love and romance!

FUKUSHIMA

9 August 2023

Journey to Fukushima on a trip around the recovering and evolving Iwaki City. Experience the new charms of historic leisure spots!

The city of Iwaki, which was devastated by the Great East Japan Earthquake, has shown a strong recovery. Hotel B4T Iwaki opened in Iwaki Station in 2023, and using this hotel as our base, we visited newly transformed tourist attractions such as Aquamarine Fukushima and Spa Resort Hawaiians. You can also savor exquisite seafood dishes at a complex by the sea!

AOMORI

10 July 2023

Take a deep breath of fresh air at Oirase Gorge or Lake Ogawara. Get your fill of nature and cuisine on a summer retreat to Aomori.

Experience the breathtaking nature of the southern Aomori! Plus, the staff at JR East Hotel Mets Hachinohe will point you to a destination where you can escape the heat of summer and enjoy a pleasant holiday. Taste the delightful local gourmet cuisine born from the rich history and culture of each region. The art and science museums offer experiences beyond anything you can imagine.

KANAGAWA

14 June 2023

Refresh yourself from the inside at a new spot in the Minato Mirai area! Head out to explore the port city using two hotels as your bases.

Hotel Mets Yokohama Sakuragicho and Hotel Mets Yokohama were established at the same time in June 2020. Using these two hotels as your bases, you can tour the hot spots of the Minato Mirai area. Enjoy a trip to a port city known for cafes overlooking the ocean and museums that inspire creativity.

MIYAGI

27 April 2023

Enjoy the finest gourmet food and the latest in leisure as you explore the Forest Capital and lovely seaside towns!

The stylish and innovative culture fostered by Date Masamune lives on in the city of Sendai even today. Our hotel staff recommends an itinerary that takes you to Matsushima, which is one of the top three scenic views in Japan, as well as sightseeing spots associated with Lord Date Masamune. Of course it also includes beef tongue, gourmet seafood, and leisure spots that have sprung up along the seaside.

HOKKAIDO

4 October 2022

Learn the history of Hokkaido Development Commissioners and enjoy Hokkaido’s delicacies. Relax by watching horses and sheep in the northern lands

Come to Sapporo, where magnificent nature and a historic townscape meet. JR East Hotel Mets Sapporo is surrounded by famous tourist attractions such as historic breweries and idyllic pasture scenes. Of course, do not miss Genghis Khan (Mongolian barbecue) and Sapporo Ramen, either. We suggest places to go in Hokkaido, carefully selected by our hotel staff.

GUNMA

26 July 2022

Be satisfied with both great tastes and high volume! The exceptional gourmet tour to enjoy unique foods in Takasaki

In recent years, the keywords “Takasaki Jiman” (specialties of Takasaki), “Takasaki pasta,” and “Zetsumeshi” (great foods in Takasaki that should be preserved) have become popular in Takasaki. In this article, employees of Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki introduce tasty, reasonable, and hearty foods at places they actually visited in Takasaki. Please enjoy a gourmet trip to Takasaki while stopping at famous tourist spots such as Syorinzan Darumaji Temple and Kofun (ancient megalithic tombs).

KANAGAWA

25 March 2022

Explore the attractions in Kawasaki beyond time and space: classic sites associated with the Tokaido route built in the Edo Period, retro-fashioned locales constructed in the Showa Period, and modern and up-to-date spots.

The Hotel Metropolitan Kawasaki was established in May 2020 under the concept of "A place where new encounters and stories begin." Based on this, we will focus on spots that show the evolving history and culture of Kawasaki. Our hotel staff will introduce a walking course through Kawasaki that allows visitors to experience the different incarnations of the city: the post town, the Shōwa era, and modern day.

※Photos were taken in mid-January 2022. Our staff took thorough COVID-19 precautions and wore masks except in outdoor areas where they could avoid crowds.

※Hours and holidays may be subject to change as required to mitigate the COVID-19 pandemic.
Check the official sites of each facility before visiting.

KANAGAWA

22 March 2021

Discover the charms of the ancient city of Kamakura at a serene hotel where Japanese tradition lives and breathes

The Hotel Metropolitan Kamakura opened its doors on April 24, 2020 in the popular tourist destination of Kamakura. We offer a staycation experience where guests can unwind and enjoy both sightseeing and hotel life, and so the debut of such a hotel has caused a great deal of excitement. Let us help you envision a trip to rediscover the charms of the ancient city of Kamakura through your stay at the Hotel Metropolitan Kamakura.

*Photos were taken in early December 2020. Our staff took thorough COVID-19 precautions and wore masks except in outdoor areas where they could avoid crowds.

AKITA

27 March 2020

Take a tour of a real samurai residence, a must-see if you are one of those girls who fantasize about Japanese history. Also check out the really cute and creative traditional crafts as well as the local cuisine!

The Hotel Metropolitan Akita staff asked themselves what it was that fuels their Akita pride. The answer was all those attractions that bring history and tradition to life, like the Kanto Festival in summer and the samurai residences in Kakunodate. Let’s explore Akita. Cuddly Akita dogs are waiting for you.

IWATE

27 March 2020

Take a soul soothing journey and meet the friendly folks of Morioka. It’s a trip down memory lane that’ll give you a taste of Iwate!

Stroll the streets of Morioka and into the heart of a traditional townscape pulsing with a sense of history. A serendipitous discovery of the famous local spring water is sure to top off a leisurely tour of historical buildings and traditional Nambu ironware Don’t miss the favorite food picks of the Hotel Metropolitan Morioka staff.

YAMAGATA

27 March 2020

Local hotel staff recommends Yamagata’s fascinating travel destinations. Experience history, hot springs, and heavenly dining in Yamagata!

Yamagata’s got it all—cherries, Yamagata beef, hot springs, and more. The staff of the Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata packs all their love and knowledge of the local area into a travel itinerary that’s bound to be your best suitcase scenario. Immerse yourself in the warm hospitality and simple pleasures of Yamagata.

NAGANO

27 March 2020

Visit Zenkoji Temple and then relax at a café hideaway. Nagano and kimono go together.

Located in close proximity to the Hotel Metropolitan Nagano, Zenkoji temple is a renowned energizing “power spot” that attracts visitors from all over Japan. Enjoy eating your way around the temple town and relax in a café that’s more of a secret hideaway. Change into a kimono for a change of pace and explore Obuse

Sacred Spots, Local Food, and Enhanced Beauty ♪ Take a Trip to Kakunodate and Lake Tazawa, Visiting a Samurai Residence Street Brimming with Historical Romance

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AKITA

Sacred Spots, Local Food, and Enhanced Beauty ♪ Take a Trip to Kakunodate and Lake Tazawa, Visiting a Samurai Residence Street Brimming with Historical Romance

IWATE

Visit the traditional site of “Tono Monogatari” and the reconstructed Sanriku Kamaishi area. Tono/Kamaishi TRIP: Connecting the past to the future

FUKUSHIMA

There are many attractive spots. A little nostalgic and interesting trip to Fukushima City and Iizaka Onsen

YAMAGATA

Nourish your weary body with vitamin-rich seasonal fruit. Experience history, traditions, and heartwarming adventures on a trip to Yonezawa and Takahata

CHIBA

We bring you the latest spots around Makuharitoyosuna Station and the charms of the waterfront area! Take a trip around Makuhari New City, where pleasant sea breezes blow

IWATE

Experience the history and culture of the southern inland region of Iwate Prefecture!

TAIPEI

Introducing the hottest Taiwanese foods selected by local staff. A trip to Taiwan that will have you ready to go yourself!

TOKYO

The grand opening of HICity, a fusion of the cutting edge and tradition. Learn the history of Haneda Airport and dream about the future with a trip to Haneda.

TOKYO

Packed with the latest information on Tokyo Dome City! Experience both the nostalgic and the new in Iidabashi and Suidobashi.

IBARAKI

Trip to an aquarium and theme park! A Mito and Oarai Trip to experience history and culture in the areas associated with the Mito Tokugawa family

TOCHIGI

Experience art and magnificent scenery formed by nature. Rediscover the local charm in Utsunomiya and Mashiko!

SAITAMA

Leave your luggage at the hotel and visit the latest spots in Kawagoe (nicknamed "Little Edo") and Tokorozawa ♪ Take a trip to Saitama to enjoy the vibrant local culture and cuisine

GUNMA

A flexible combination of activities that lets you enjoy a trip of your very own, without being swayed by trends. Let the time pass by as you relax on a Minakami trip!

NIIGATA

Enjoy the charm of Niigata's rice and food! Eat, drink, and let the natural island beauty soothe you on the ultimate Niigata & Sado trip《Niigata Edition》

NIIGATA

Enjoy the charm of Niigata's rice and food! Eat, drink, and let the natural island beauty soothe you on the ultimate Niigata & Sado trip.《Sado Edition》

CHIBA

Embrace the summer and dive into nature on land and sea! We take a summer trip to Minami-Boso and relax with the animals and colorful flowers!

FUKUSHIMA

Journey to Fukushima on a trip around the recovering and evolving Iwaki City. Experience the new charms of historic leisure spots!

AOMORI

Take a deep breath of fresh air at Oirase Gorge or Lake Ogawara. Get your fill of nature and cuisine on a summer retreat to Aomori.

KANAGAWA

Refresh yourself from the inside at a new spot in the Minato Mirai area! Head out to explore the port city using two hotels as your bases.

MIYAGI

Enjoy the finest gourmet food and the latest in leisure as you explore the Forest Capital and lovely seaside towns!

HOKKAIDO

Learn the history of Hokkaido Development Commissioners and enjoy Hokkaido’s delicacies. Relax by watching horses and sheep in the northern lands

GUNMA

Be satisfied with both great tastes and high volume! The exceptional gourmet tour to enjoy unique foods in Takasaki

KANAGAWA

Explore the attractions in Kawasaki beyond time and space: classic sites associated with the Tokaido route built in the Edo Period, retro-fashioned locales constructed in the Showa Period, and modern and up-to-date spots.

KANAGAWA

Discover the charms of the ancient city of Kamakura at a serene hotel where Japanese tradition lives and breathes

AKITA

Take a tour of a real samurai residence, a must-see if you are one of those girls who fantasize about Japanese history. Also check out the really cute and creative traditional crafts as well as the local cuisine!

IWATE

Take a soul soothing journey and meet the friendly folks of Morioka. It’s a trip down memory lane that’ll give you a taste of Iwate!

YAMAGATA

Local hotel staff recommends Yamagata’s fascinating travel destinations. Experience history, hot springs, and heavenly dining in Yamagata!

NAGANO

Visit Zenkoji Temple and then relax at a café hideaway. Nagano and kimono go together.

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