Japan Hour - Gaia Series 91: Business Hotel Wars - Assassins from different industries

14-06-2025

Business hotels face off in Japan's heated hospitality scene, as family-run disruptors and retail giants battle luxury chains with bold strategies, from saunas to seafood breakfasts.

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