Historic 118-year-old Japanese jail turned into high-end hotel

A former prison in Nara, Japan, that dates back 118 years, has been renovated into a luxury accommodation. The project saw roughly 500 jail cells redesigned into 48 guest suites. Travel influencer Elona Karafin posted a video tour of the space, highlighting the original red-brick architecture, the distinctively long room layouts, and updated modern features. The unconventional hotel has generated significant online interest, with many people discussing if they would actually enjoy staying overnight in a former prison.

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