The Neon Genesis Evangelion Hotel Room Lets You Live the Giant Robot Life
Michael Hines — February 1, 2011 — World
References: highlandresort.co.jp & technabob
Anime fanboys the world over are going to lose their “stuff” when they find out about the Neon Genesis Evangelion hotel room. The popular Japanese anime has spawned everything from movies to video games and now a Japanese amusement park is letting guests live the Evangelion-life for one night.
Living the Evangelion-life is a lot like living the high life in that the Neon Genesis Evangelion hotel room costs a whopping $450 a night. The room is decked out in Evangelion decor of course, which should make the massive price tag a non-factor for deep-pocketed fans.
Living the Evangelion-life is a lot like living the high life in that the Neon Genesis Evangelion hotel room costs a whopping $450 a night. The room is decked out in Evangelion decor of course, which should make the massive price tag a non-factor for deep-pocketed fans.
Trend Themes
1. Anime-themed Hotel Rooms - The popularity of anime and its dedicated fanbase opens opportunities for hotels to create themed rooms, allowing fans to fully immerse themselves in their favorite shows.
2. Fan Experience Hospitality - The demand for unique and immersive experiences by fans presents an opportunity for the hospitality industry to create fan-centric accommodations and services.
3. Luxury Niche Experiences - Expensive themed hotel rooms cater to affluent fans, creating a market for luxury niche experiences within the hospitality industry.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - Hotels can tap into the growing demand for unique experiences and cater to specific fandoms, such as anime, by creating themed rooms and offering specialized services.
2. Anime Entertainment - The success of anime-inspired hotel rooms opens up opportunities for the anime industry to collaborate with hotels and create immersive experiences tied to popular anime franchises.
3. Luxury Accommodation - The introduction of high-priced, themed hotel rooms targeting affluent fans creates a niche market for luxury accommodations within the hospitality industry.
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