A hidden book hotel in the center of Higashi River | Experience life in Higashi River | Recommended for workation, sightseeing, and leisure

Condo in Higashikawa, Japan

  1. 2 apartments
Rated 4.77 out of 5 stars.13 reviews
Hosted by Sorayoga
  1. 7 years hosting

Listing highlights

Everything you need for your stay

These apartments feature free parking, a kitchen, a washer, and a private living room.

Park for free

This is one of the few places in the area with free parking.

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About this place

A 3-room hideaway book hotel in the center of Higashikawa, with a collection of 4,000 books.
We have three types of rooms to meet a variety of needs, whether you want to spend a quiet time away from the hustle and bustle, have a relaxing stay with your family as if you were at home, or enjoy a ski trip with powder snow.

Long-term stays for digital nomads and workations are also very welcome.
There are also cafes, a 24-hour 7-Eleven, a gym, and a sauna nearby to comfortably support your daily life.
Higashikawa-cho, one of the most livable small towns in Japan.
It provides solid support for long-term living and is about a 15-minute drive to Asahiyama Zoo, making it especially recommended for those who want to combine work, family time, and sightseeing.

[Check-in/Checkout]
Check-in: 4 pm - 11 pm
Check out: by 10:00

Parking
Parking for 2 cars on site
The directions are different for each room.

Access
35 minutes by car from Asahikawa Station
About a 10-minute drive from Asahikawa Airport

The space
How to Check-in
Because the front desk is unattended, we use a check-in system with a tablet.
You can enter guest information using the link in the email we'll send in advance.If you fill it in in advance, the process on the day will be smooth.


Facilities suitable for workation

There is a private library room for guests only on the premises, and the library room is equipped with a massage chair.

A public library where you can concentrate on more in-depth work is also about a 30-second walk away. There is a public library nearby, several cafes in the neighborhood, a 24-hour Seven-Eleven, a supermarket, a bakery, and a restaurant.

The gym (SORAIRO) available to visitors is about a 10-minute walk or a 2-minute drive away. It costs 500 yen to drop in and is open from 8:30 am to 6:30 pm on weekdays and until 5:00 pm on weekends.

Sauna and hot spring (Kitron) is about a 5-minute drive away and is open from 10:00 to 22:00 (last admission 20:30). There is a free shuttle bus from Sent Pure (library area) to Kitron that departs at 10:00, 13:30, and 16:30.

Guest access
Please feel free to enjoy your stay.
Please note that the reading room is a shared space.

During your stay
You can contact me anytime during your stay through Airbnb messages.
We are always available to help as needed, and an assistant will be on site.
If you have any problems or questions, please don't hesitate to let me know.

What this place offers

Free parking on premises
Kitchen
Washer
Private living room
Dedicated workspace
Wifi
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer

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4.77 out of 5 stars from 13 reviews

Overall rating

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Higashikawa, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido, Japan

Higashikawa offers something rare for digital nomads: a quiet small-town lifestyle with real work-life infrastructure.
You can work in your suite, move to the public library in 30 seconds, take breaks at nearby cafés, keep daily life easy with walkable convenience, and enjoy family-friendly local experiences during your stay.
For guests traveling with children or animal lovers, Asahiyama Zoo is one of the most popular nearby attractions and is about 15 minutes away by car.

Meet your host

Host
17 reviews
4.76 out of 5 average rating
7 years of hosting
Born in the 70s
Speaks English and Japanese

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
No pets
Safety & property
Exterior or entryway security camera present