Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on April 2010

Name: Hotel Kotei

Location: Kochi, Shikoku

Background: Not much is known about the history of this former love hotel, but the remnants of its past glories have proven irresistible to haikyo enthusiasts. Empty, leaf-strewn pools, plush red sofas and circular beds give a slightly creepy atmosphere of faded luxury.

Access: Take the shinkansen to Okayama, then change to the Nanpu limited express (about 6 hours total)

Source: “Haikyo Deflation Spiral” (http://home.f01.itscom.net/spiral), a leading haikyo exploration site featuring dozens of frequently updated galleries.