A story about small spaces with big ideas.
Capsule hotels originated in Japan in 1979. Originally, they catered exclusively to men and were a direct response to Japan’s intense “work hard, play hard” corporate culture.
They allowed white-collar “salarymen” to avoid expensive taxi rides after missing the last train home and offered a simple, clean, and cheap place to sleep and grab a fresh shirt before returning to the office.
The world’s first capsule hotel, the Capsule Inn Osaka, opened in 1979. The concept was inspired by the Kisho Kurokawa’s futuristic Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo. Throughout the 1980s economic boom, the concept spread to every major urban center in Japan.
Capsule hotels originated in Japan in 1979. Originally, they catered exclusively to men and were a direct response to Japan’s intense “work hard, play hard” corporate culture.
They allowed white-collar “salarymen” to avoid expensive taxi rides after missing the last train home and offered a simple, clean, and cheap place to sleep and grab a fresh shirt before returning to the office.
The world’s first capsule hotel, the Capsule Inn Osaka, opened in 1979. The concept was inspired by the Kisho Kurokawa’s futuristic Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo. Throughout the 1980s economic boom, the concept spread to every major urban center in Japan.
We use technology to remove friction, allowing guests to check in online or at a kiosk and move effortlessly through their stay.
We deliver a hotel-quality night’s rest through intelligent design, privacy, and noise reduction.
We create social spaces inspired by Japanese izakayas, welcoming, vibrant environments where people naturally connect with each other.
Our restaurant and bar deliver an authentic food and drink offering.
Tarka Story
I first visited Japan at 16 and immediately fell in love with the country, it’s unique culture, bombastic modern architecture and philosophy of perfectionism.
– James, founder
In my twenties, I lived in Hong Kong, where space is at a premium.
People live in small apartments with compact kitchens, and eating out becomes a central part of daily life.
During that time, I travelled frequently to Japan, where I became fascinated by capsule hotels. The concept was efficient, thoughtfully designed, and uniquely Japanese.
That gap became the starting point for TARKA. Our ambition is to build…
tarka story
I first visited Japan at 16 and immediately fell in love with the country, it’s unique culture, bombastic modern architecture and philosophy of perfectionism.
– James, Founder
tarka story
tarka story
tarka story
