could use some upkeep and fresh paint.

clean and easy to access. great location!

Stayed in July 2025

There was nothing, met expectations.

Think hotel with no staff, but everything worked perfectly. It was clean, comfortable and a great locations. Restaurants, shopping and train station within a 2 min walk.

Stayed in July 2025

I can't really think of anything wrong with the place. It wasn't cheap, but it was pretty great.

This location was AMAZING, right in the heart of Shimokitazawa, so close to the subway, grocery store, etc. The space itself was awesome, and our teenager said "this is the coolest place we've stayed in Japan yet", and we'd stayed at some pretty cool places. The design was great, the layout was perfect for parents with a teen. Loved the washer/dryer and clothes drying rack. The balcony was awesome. Just really perfect. We wished we had stayed in the area for longer... just tons of cools coffee shops, restaurants, vintage clothing stores, etc.

Stayed in June 2025

No clothes iron in room.

Cute apartment with great value! Loved the neighborhood with plenty of restaurants and shops. Location is only 3 min walk to train station. Communication with host was friendly and quick.

Stayed in June 2025

A couple of small things – there was a bit of a smell coming from the shower, and the fridge door didn’t close properly on its own, so you had to push it shut each time. The place also felt a bit more dated than it looked in the photos.

Perfect spot – everything’s close by: shops, restaurants, supermarket, and the station all within walking distance. Mattresses were actually really decent too – comfortable and good quality. Would stay again.

Stayed in June 2025

This is a spacious loft style apartment, fully equipped and in a superb location for experiencing the buzzy cool vibe of the Shimokitazawa area of Tokyo. It was perfect for our family of four adults. The beds were very comfortable, and it was simple to find and to check in. The hosts were good at communicating with us. Lots of good cafes, bars and restaurants, lots going on. Recommended.

Stayed in June 2025

A stove top would have been great, but nothing we really didn’t like.

Great location. We 6 all fit comfortably. The deck was a major bonus!

Stayed in June 2025

The blinds are see- through. We found it difficult to sleep past 7am since the sun was very bright every morning (we stayed in late May). Darker blinds/curtains are needed. Be aware that the shower room is on the small side.

Really great space. Extremely large for Tokyo accommodation, so we could really stretch out. I loved the little art touches around the accommodation. The location was also great, so close to the station and lots of excellent food options around, perfect base for wandering shimo-kitazawa.

Stayed in May 2025

The room needs a major cleaning and redo. I understand the amount of traffic that comes through this place but a new paint job and carpet, maybe sofa without stains would be nice. Plus the shower needs a new head and deep cleaning (pink slime). It was very dusty above the bed, it was laid on thick, it was to visible not to notice. Also, because this was the last leg of our trip (coming from Sapporo and Otaru for 9 days) we had quite a few pieces of luggage therefore we hired a private transport. Both coming and going, our transport ran into trouble because at certain hours and weekends, they close some streets down for pedestrians only. Maybe it was our van size because I did see the regular taxis going in and out the streets. We had to walk a couple blocks with our luggage to the hotel, no biggie but just so you know.

Location! This location can't be beat. We've stayed in Shinjuku and Ueno before and from now on will come back to Shimokitazawa. Many restaurants and shopping right outside. Great for family with teens! Little kakimochi store and it brought back so much memories eating these snacks when I was younger. Great coffee shops too! AND steps away from the train stations and grocery store!

Stayed in June 2025

More towel racks in the bathroom would help for hanging things. One or two more cabinets in main area for placing things to keep organized, rather than keeping things in the suitcase on the floor. The place was super comfortable, but 601 could use a fresh coat of paint to brighten it up.

Very comfortable apartment in an excellent location. The Shimokitazawa neighborhood is a smaller scale, vibrant place great for walking and with a variety of excellent dining and shopping places. Being close to the train station was perfect for quickly getting to other parts of Tokyo.

Stayed in June 2025

They will not accommodate late arrivals or flight delays nor can you request late checkout or luggage service.

The location to the metro and shopping was perfect.

Stayed in June 2025

The plastic wine glasses were terrible. The microwave was basic. A toaster oven would have helped. The fridge was tiny and in a difficult place to get into it. We did not realise that there was not a TV. All the other apartments on the website have one.

This is a really cool apartment to stay in. Location was great. Beds super comfy and also the pillows were great which you do not always get in Japan.

Stayed in May 2025

NOTHING

LOTS OF SPACE AND SUN

Stayed in April 2025

If we had a grill in the kitchen, it couldn't be better.

The reason why I chose Shimokitazawa area was easy access to key spots in Tokyo and this property is very close from train station. You can do grocery shopping and hop in to a variety of restaurants nearby very easily. This was my 2nd experience staying in illi brand residence and the property was as awesome as the other property in Shimokitazawa.

Stayed in May 2025

Clean and well managed

Stayed in April 2025

If I were to have one critique it would be that the rooms could use a little refresh. Just a little bit of paint. Etc

The location was incredible. The apartments were really nice. Very good size, especially for Japan.

Stayed in March 2025

If Washingroom has more hangers will be excellent , towel hangers

Stayed in April 2025

The shower was difficult to use and had bad water pressure.

Loved the size of the rooms and the vibe of it.

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing bad to say at all, the only small thing they could do is put some hooks in the bathroom/laundry to hang towels

Great apartment for a family of 4, was spacious for Japan standards. Nice and bright which made it feel bigger. We had room to open our suitcases without falling over them. You can see Skytree and Tokyo Tower from the huge windows. My girls loved the bunk beds. Literally a hop to the train station and surrounded by great little shops and restaurants in a vintage/trendy area. A few stops on the train to Shibyu/Shinjuku. Was a nice little retreat at the end of a crazy day in Tokyo.

Stayed in April 2025

Since the place provides cooking, I would love more options, like a stove.

This place is very close to Shimokitazawa train station and is easy to get to from the station. This station is only one station away from Shinjuku, so it is convenient to travel from the airport and explore Tokyo. The view from the room was nice, and the beds were comfortable. Elevator. Rapid email response.

Stayed in March 2025

Amazing location, check in was easy. So many shops, cafes and restaurants around, but the apartment was soundproofed so we slept very soundly! A very inspiring, cool, and 'japanese' area of Tokyo. Just 10 minutes to shibuya.

Stayed in April 2025

Fantastic location to stay in Tokyo. Close to station with lots of great restaurants, bars and shopping. The room was spacious and beds very comfortable. Easy check in and out process.

Stayed in March 2025

The kitchen facilities are enough to heat up food you can pick up at a neighboring grocery store, but don't expect to be able to cook anything yourselves.

This is a great place to use as home base while exploring the city of Tokyo. I picked this place in particular because of its location in the Shimokitazawa neighborhood, which has access to fun shopping and great places to eat and explore.

Stayed in March 2025

The location was incredible. It was right in the middle of Shimokitazawa. We were able to go and do whatever we wanted while we were there.

Stayed in February 2025