The location is amazing. A more relaxed and cute area, well connected to all of Tokyo by the nearby Nippori station. Great shops and restaurants nearby. The staff is kind and helpful and all amenities are there.

Stayed in May 2024

Great location in a quiet area of Tokyo - away from all the noise and bright lights of Shibuya and Shinjuku. Easy access to all the places I wanted to visit. Room has plenty of space compared to typical hotel however, you need to be comfortable with Japanese style sitting on the floor (eg, no chairs or sofa).

Stayed in May 2024

That I couldn’t open a window for fresh air, however there was a cooling system.

They let me check-in an hour later than normal because my flight and bagage had a delay. They were very friendly.

Stayed in April 2024

The location - Yanaka - is perfect. It’s close to two stations and in a fascinating area with plenty of dining options. The owners are very friendly and helpful. The rooms have comfortable futons and sufficient space for a family of three.

Stayed in March 2024

I liked everything.

This is my second visit (after 9 years) to this Ryokan and it is still one of my favourite places to stay. Very nice room, in a very nice, quieter area. The people who run the place are just lovely. I will be back if coming to Tokyo again.

Stayed in April 2024

Its a fantastic location, very friendly owners, great location and exceptional value for money.

Stayed in April 2024

I was sneezing constantly inside the room. Maybe dust or mould set off my allergies. My husband was fine.

Price, room size and location

Stayed in January 2024

I love everything- wish I could stay longer. Am looking forward to coming back soon!

I love the quiet and calm and charm of this neighborhood! The owners are helpful and hardworking. There are so many wonderful small “mom and pop” shops that allow visitors to get a taste of true Japan. I love taking out home cooked dishes from all the “in walking distances” shops - excellent food !!!

Stayed in April 2024

I loved the room in traditional Japanese style, with the futon, which was very comfortable to sleep with. I also found the neighborhood extremely nice: a convenient position and rich in restaurants and shops.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing.

This place is fantastic! Only 2 mins walk from Sendagi station ( subway) and 10 mins walk from Nippori ( JR line), there are two supermarkets nearby. The restaurants nearby required booking in advanced, that’s why I got sushi and bento from 7-11 across the ryokan. There’s a great place for breakfast that I go almost daily- coffee chi-zu, you can get a set for 600 Yen in weekday, great deal in the area. Also, the fish restaurant nearby is also worth going. The host is very responsive to my request, since the tatami mat is hard for me, so they gave me extra mat so I can sleep tight at night :) Definitely will come back again! Thank you!

Stayed in April 2024

Excellent location in a quiter suburban an area that was still close to both JR train station (JR Pass!) and a metro station. Right next to a famous shopping street, shrines and temples, Ueno park and museums and accessible to Tokyo hot spots. Laundry in the hotel was very convenient.

Stayed in April 2024

Location! Ryokan was as expected, there was a lift, which was great. 10 minute walk from Nippori station.

Stayed in March 2024

I loved everything.Location ,hotel ,staff .

Stayed in March 2024

Staff were so friendly, neighbourhood was quiet and close to transport! Perfect for solo travellers needing a bit of peace and quiet from the big city.

Stayed in March 2024

It was a bit old and also looked a bit decayed but this is really just very very minor. All in all, nothing to complain about (even as a German).

Absolutely loved it! The staff was extremely friendly and the room was very spacious for the money. Would have stayed a lot longer if another room would've been free. Nippori station is very close and Yanaka is an absolutely sweet hidden gem that not too many visitors know about.

Stayed in March 2024

The room was bigger than I expected. For one person it is enough space. It was clean and I was allowed to store my bags before I checked in. After staying in a hostel in a busy area, this was a refreshing stay in comparison. The location was great, the ryokan is in between 2 train stations, a bustling street market area, restaurants, and a convenience store. The couple running the inn are very nice and speak English!

Stayed in February 2024

Traditional shopping streets just outside the ryokan. Cheap and traditional eats, local goods, bakeries, grocery stores only a few steps away. A few minutes walk from Nippori station. Nice stroll to Ueno Park.

Stayed in March 2024

Impeccable hosts: courteous, honest, helpful. Room was spacious and had a lovely lived-in feel. Neighborhood is quiet and has all sorts of unqiue stores. Location is excellent. We did not have breakfast, but friends who did told us volume was a bit thin.

Stayed in March 2024

The front door would not close on its own. You had to remember to pull it shut

Clean, organized

Stayed in March 2024

As is typical in a Japanese ryokan, there is no chair in the room (the Japanese kneel at a low table). When I got tired of sitting on the floor, I sat on the very sturdy shelves near the window.

Very kind and friendly owners; spoke English

Stayed in March 2024

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It was nice and clean and very good value for money in Tokyo. Ten minutes walk through a pleasant area from Nippori station, so easy to reach places including Narita.

Stayed in March 2024

The room facilities are very basic for the price

Location, good isolation. I didn’t hear other guests.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing really. This is a great hotel if you're mostly wandering around in the city and need a decent place to sleep. It's a traditional ryokan so you'll be sleeping on a Japanese futon on a tatami floor, which is an experience itself.

Stayed here for 5 nights at the end of February for some Tokyo sightseeing. The location itself is already a gem: one of the lesser known but not necessarily less interesting districts you get to discover. It's only a 10 minute walk from Nippori train station and Sendagi metro will get you anywhere in a minute. Hosts are very helpful and welcoming!

Stayed in March 2024

The futons are futons - if you're not used to sleeping on the floor that could be a problem but we did fine.

The hotel is fantastically well located in the Tanaka district, with easy access to train, subway, and bus lines and within walking distance of Ueno Park. The rooms are basic but have everything you need, the owners are friendly and helpful. There are washing machines available for guest use. Excellent value for money.

Stayed in February 2024