OMO7 Asahikawa, building in Asahikawa, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan
OMO7 Asahikawa is a hotel and wedding chapel operated by Hoshino Resorts that opened in April 2018 in the city center. The building offers simple rooms in bright pastel colors, themed rooms like the Penguin Room and Polar Bear Room inspired by local wildlife, and features an OMO Base area where guests and locals can meet, along with a book tunnel library space.
The building was designed by Nihon Sekkei and opened in 2018, combining Japanese design with modern elements to reflect Asahikawa's history. The architecture is intended to show the city's urban character, with references to the local past particularly visible at the entrance facade.
The name reflects the hotel's location in the city and its connection to regional wildlife, particularly the penguin and polar bear themes that appear throughout the rooms. Guests experience local Asahikawa culture through thoughtfully designed spaces that reference the area's natural heritage and attractions.
The hotel is centrally located in Asahikawa and easily accessible, with staff speaking English and other languages to assist guests. Online booking is available through major travel sites, and the location serves as a good base for exploring nearby attractions and local shops.
The OMO Base area is a gathering space where hotel staff have created a handmade neighborhood map showing local attractions, designed for both tourists and residents to interact. The book tunnel, styled like an attic, offers a surprising reading retreat where guests can learn about the area.
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