To mark Pokémon's 30th anniversary, a Japanese upscale hospitality brand, NOT A HOTEL, has launched an immersive Poké Ball-shaped hotel in Hokkaido, Japan. Situated on a scenic lake in Tomakomai City, this 10-foot round structure offers an experience like no other, allowing fans to sleep inside a life-sized Poké Ball with custom lighting, Pokémon imagery, and themed decor inspired by fan-favorite creatures like Snorlax.
Guests staying at the hotel can personalize their experience by selecting their favorite Pokémon on an in-room iPad, which then adjusts the lighting to match their chosen creature. The hotel also features unique design elements such as a circular bed, panoramic acrylic windows for viewing scenery, and themed tiles in the bathroom, creating an immersive environment that celebrates the franchise.
Participation in this exclusive experience is via a social media lottery, with only 10 pairs of guests selected through a campaign linked to Pokémon Sleep. Applicants, who must follow the Pokémon Sleep account, post about the campaign, and complete an online form, have until September 30 to enter.
Selected winners will enjoy a two-day, one-night stay with meals included between October 8 and 18, offering fans a rare opportunity to sleep like a Pokémon in a truly themed setting.
To mark Pokémon's 30th anniversary, a Japanese upscale hospitality brand, NOT A HOTEL, has launched an immersive Poké Ball-shaped hotel in Hokkaido, Japan. Situated on a scenic lake in Tomakomai City, this 10-foot round structure offers an experience like no other, allowing fans to sleep inside a life-sized Poké Ball with custom lighting, Pokémon imagery, and themed decor inspired by fan-favorite creatures like Snorlax.
Guests staying at the hotel can personalize their experience by selecting their favorite Pokémon on an in-room iPad, which then adjusts the lighting to match their chosen creature. The hotel also features unique design elements such as a circular bed, panoramic acrylic windows for viewing scenery, and themed tiles in the bathroom, creating an immersive environment that celebrates the franchise.
Participation in this exclusive experience is via a social media lottery, with only 10 pairs of guests selected through a campaign linked to Pokémon Sleep. Applicants, who must follow the Pokémon Sleep account, post about the campaign, and complete an online form, have until September 30 to enter.
Selected winners will enjoy a two-day, one-night stay with meals included between October 8 and 18, offering fans a rare opportunity to sleep like a Pokémon in a truly themed setting.