I've always wanted to discuss this interesting observation. Due to business trips, I've tried booking through Japanese hotel websites and other platforms like Hotels.com, and after staying at this hotel multiple times, here's what I've noticed. I'm not sure if this is TOYOKO INN's policy「おもてなし」
1.When booking through Japanese hotel websites:
Check-in from 15:00
When booking through Hotels.com and other platforms:
Check-in from 16:00
2.When booking through Japanese hotel websites:
Renovated rooms with large desks and well-organized
layouts
When booking through Hotels.com and other platforms:
Older rooms with small desks, typically near elevators,
etc."