John Lennon's favorite resort hotel in Japan reopens after upgrade

Mampei Hotel latest historic lodging to receive luxury makeover from Mori Trust

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People gathered for the partial reopening of Mampei Hotel on Aug. 16. (Photo by Naoyuki Toyama)

NAOYUKI TOYAMA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- A hotel in the resort town of Karuizawa that was once a favorite of late Beatles legend John Lennon and his wife Yoko Ono reopened Friday after a major renovation, seeking to attract visitors looking to experience its storied history.

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