It's been a long time since I last visited this hotel, probably more than 10 years ago. It left an impression on me that it was still around (laughs). The hotel is operated by one of the group companies, and while it is open to the public, it mainly caters to the training and meetings of the group companies. I remember when I used it before, the guest room (twin) was very small. This time I stayed in a single room, which was still cramped. This aspect would probably receive negative reviews on hotel review sites. Additionally, since it was a holiday stay, the restaurant was closed. Lunch and dinner were provided in bento boxes. Well, during the evening meeting, we were served alcohol and snacks. As usual, the beer was super dry. After a 12-hour conference, we went to a nearby Chinese restaurant with 15-16 people for more drinks, then continued with 4 people at a convenience store before heading back to the hotel's second-floor lounge for more drinks. I finally returned to my room around 2 am. The next morning, we had a buffet breakfast in an area next to the restaurant on the first floor, which felt like a staff cafeteria. The variety wasn't extensive, but it was decent enough. It's much better than a 'Toyoko Inn'.

[Motivation for visiting] Originally a business hotel with training facilities, a restaurant, and banquet halls. We used the second floor for specialized training and annual meetings for industry executives nationwide, followed by a banquet on the first floor for encouraging new junior executives. [Atmosphere] Located a 3-minute walk from Ikejiri-Ohashi Station, the location is convenient. The exterior is clean and gives off a slightly upscale vibe for a business hotel. The interior is not very spacious but clean. During the training and meetings, we rented out the large hall on the second floor, which can only accommodate up to 126 people, so we kept the numbers limited. For the banquet, we rented out both the restaurant and banquet room on the first floor for over 100 people. We used a slightly smaller room for storing belongings and had a standing buffet style event. [Service] The hotel staff's service during the banquet was good. [Taste] I didn't pay attention to the details, but the banquet package cost 5000 yen per person and included a variety of Chinese cuisine with all-you-can-drink options. Since it was banquet food, you shouldn't expect too much, but the food was decent. The drinks included beer, highballs, and soft drinks, but there was no premium sake. The food received good reviews as being good for modern standards. [Side Note] After the banquet, the secondary meeting with just the key figures can get tiring as important discussions take place. [Overall Evaluation] It may be a good place for large-scale training and banquets.

I stayed at Hotel Residence Ohashi Kaikan in Higashiyama, Meguro-ku. It is located about a 5-minute walk from Ikejiri Ohashi Station, which is very convenient. The hotel is said to have renovated an old facility, and it has a stylish atmosphere with a cafe and a lounge for guests. I stayed in the cheapest room this time, but it was sufficient for just sleeping. There are no physical keys, and you use a passcode issued at check-in to unlock the floor entrance and room. It is a lodging facility aimed at young people.