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I Traveled Through 300 Years of Kyoto's History—All From One Hotel
With just five years under it's belt, Hotel the Mitsui has already stood the test of time. Housed in the former estate of one of Japan's most influential families, this five-star hotel is full of details that help guests see the rich traditions of Kyoto with a fresh pair of eyes.
In this “If These Walls Could Talk” episode of Unpacked, Aislyn Greene takes you on a tour of the stories—and secrets—that a hotel can reveal about the places we visit.
On this episode you’ll learn:
What it’s like to stay at Hotel the Mitsui, one of Japan’s most luxurious and historic hotels.
The ways that interior…
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