Kimi Ryokan

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

9.2

Property highlights

About this property

Less than half a mile from JR Ikebukuro Train Station, the completely non-smoking Kimi Ryokan offers traditional Japanese rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and futon beds. A Cypress-wood public bath is featured. Guest rooms at Ryokan Kimi are air conditioned and have shoji paper screens. Bathrooms and showers are shared. Nearby Ikebukuro Station offers direct train access to Shinjuku, Harajuku, Shibuya and Ueno within 15 minutes. Kimi Ryokan is one mile from the Sunshine City complex, which houses stores, restaurants and an aquarium. Decorated with flower arrangements and traditional Japanese touches, the common area features a satellite flat-screen TV. Free Wi-Fi access and a free-use internet station are provided. A refrigerator, microwave and coin-operated laundromat are also available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Laundry
  • Elevator
  • Terrace
  • Heating
  • Baggage storage
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 futon beds
3 futon beds
5 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Dolores
United States United States
“This ryokan was simply furnished and clean. The Japanese bathtub is a dream. Be sure to reserve a time to soak after sightseeing all day.”
Jacob
United States United States
“Great location, very nice staff, and clean tatami rooms :) couldn’t have asked for more. Thank you!”
An
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We cane here 20 years ago in our twenties, now we returned with our two teenagers. We had a splendid time and wish we could stay longer.”
Zeke
United States United States
“The hotel is in a great neigborhood - lots of food options near by and about a 10-15 minute walk to the train station. It has more of a traveler / backpack vibe. The rooms are decent sized with shared bathrooms. AC worked really well. Coffee in...”
Olson
United States United States
“This place is a gem and incredible value for a family of 5. The rooms are very simple but clean and comfortable. Good location close to Ikebukuro station. The cafe downstairs is excellent, and the entire staff was wonderful.”
Jacques
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very helpful friendly staff, going a very long way to accommodate your requests. Really well connected area in terms of transport with Ikebukuro train/subway station a 5 min walk away. Reasonably priced room. Lively area, with a wide choice of...”
Karsten
Canada Canada
“The staff were very friendly and helpful and - contrary to some other comments that made us wonder - were present the whole time. Kimi Ryokan was one of the cheapest places to stay in Tokyo we found, was quiet and good value. The location is in an...”
Allison
United States United States
“The location was great and easy to get around. The management was very accommodating and service was great! Being in a ryokan was a unique experience, my body forgot that it wasn't as young as I thought!”
Dale
Canada Canada
“Location was excellent, staff was wonderful that can speak English and Japanese, the rooftop was great to get a quick view over the area, rooms and facilities were clean, room was fairly authentic Japanese-styled.”
Andréanne
Canada Canada
“The ryokan is well located in a calm neighberhood and close to many shops and the train station. Facilities were great, but the shower ceilings could use a cleaning since there was a lot of noticable mold. The beds were pretty thin, but we enjoyed...”

Area info

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 01:00 and 07:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note Kimi Ryokan has a 01:00 curfew. Doors reopen at 07:00.

If planning to check in after 22:00, please inform the hotel in advance. If you do not notify the hotel, your reservation may be canceled.

If you require an extra bed, please contact the hotel in advance to guarantee availability.

In addition to credit cards, payment is accepted in cash or travelers' checks in Japanese Yen.

An accommodations tax per person per night is not included in the rate and is to be paid directly at the property.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.