This particular ryokan has the added bonus of the overnight guest potentially ending in pet ownership.
The owner wanted to provide hopefuls a safe trial run at pet ownership.
The trial packages are attached to the price of a normal room booking.
The inn’s rates are modest, but prices range depending on room size.
During that time, guests arent allowed to leave the cat unattended.
Once adopted, cats are then called graduates and are celebrated at their departure.