If there ever was a basic, boring, salaryman's hotel, Tennen-Onsen Livemax Premium is it. The room was very small. The price was decent for the cheapest rooms, but only because I got a reduction through my on-line booking app. Generally the rooms are rather expensive for this type of hotel. The essentials for a salaryman who has missed his train are provided, like in all hotels. The staff was OK and in the end helpfull. After some persistant convincing they allowed me to check in 20 minutes early. Which I did appreciate after a long journey. However their English was less than adequate. The information package given was mainly negative: don't brake or steal, or loose your card unless you are prepared to pay. I stayed two nights but my room wasn't cleaned or the bed during my stay. This is an attitude that makes me think that the clientele is treated with suspicion rather than a with a welcome. Some good things though: The hotel is very near the train station (but so are many other). There is a small onsen which is nice. Again a basic salaryman requirement. Washing machines are available.

However despite it's pompous name Livemax does bearly offer what any basic salaryman's hotel anywhere in Japan does. It is only recommended for those who don't have any better option. If you are in Japan chose a hotel with at least a small amount of character. I give it a 2 out of 5.