The "Henn na Hotel Fukuoka Hakata" opened on Thursday 17th January 2019. The new accommodation facility is just a three-minute walk from Nakasu Kawabata Subway Station. And that's just one stop away from Tenjin, which is located in center of Fukuoka City! According to Guinness, this is the first hotel chain to make use of a robot workforce! It is so exciting that this unique hotel company has finally established a branch in Fukuoka! We managed to stop-by for a sneak peek! Here is what we found...

The front desk looks just like a jungle! You can even hear the sound of birds singing as you approach! Guests will be greeted by two robotic velociraptors! The dinosaurs realistic movements are sure to capture your attention! Checking-in is super easy. All you have to do is follow the instructions, enter your information into their system using one of the tablets, and then pick-up your room key from the appropriate machine. It is worth visiting the hotel just to experience the state-of-the-art technology that the hotel uses for their innovative check-in system!

Inside the bedrooms you will find mattresses developed by H.I.S Hotels and a French bed company. The beds help improve posture, which makes it easier to wake-up. The companies' commitment to comfortable sleeping and health is clear to see! Guests can also adjust the atmosphere to suit their mood thanks to the "Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance" light fittings, which have the capacity to create 16 million shades of color. The rooms are also equipped with "tabii" devices and "Handy" smartphones. The tablets can be used to control the air conditioning, lighting, and TV. They might also come in handy if you want to find-out about any travel news or check if the first floor restaurant has a free table. Guests can use the phones as much as they like during their stay! Some rooms even have "LG styler" clothing care systems installed! These top quality devices use steam to get rid of any wrinkles and bad smells! You're clothes will be good as new by the time you leave!

Traditional Fukuoka crafts such as "Hakata-ori" and "Koishiwara-yaki" have been used as inspiration for the interior of the "Kome to Budo by SHINGEN" restaurant.The establishment makes use of locally sourced food and is located on the first floor of the premises. Kome to Budo serves a delicious breakfast buffet that is made with fresh fish and vegetables. The lunch and dinner menu features creative dishes that fuse together Japanese and Western cuisine. The restaurant is open to the public, which means that you do not have to be a guest at the hotel to sample their food! The "Henn na Hotel Fukuoka Hakata" is packed full of fun experiences and culinary delights! It also offers visitors the chance to learn more about Hakata's history and culture! (Editorial Dept.: Gon)

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