First Cabin Midosuji Namba

Osaka


Imagine spending the night in a first-class suite of an Airbus A380 – inside an office building. Cabins, closed off by sliding screens, contain private TV, locker and power outlets. They're separated by gender, as are large common baths and showers. It's a top location with direct subway access and friendly service, but noise can travel; pack earplugs.

A lounge serves simple, inexpensive meals for breakfast and dinner, and there is a public bath.


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