Near Ueno and Akihabara | Modern Japanese-style | YANAKA SOW

Rental unit in Taitō-ku, Japan

  1. 6 apartments
Rated 4.81 out of 5 stars.2,002 reviews
Hosted by Compass Stay
  1. Superhost
  2. 5 years hosting

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About this place

Perfect for city walks, sightseeing, and workations in Uzenchi. YANAKA SOW is an accommodation facility with the concept of "a place to live and stay", and it is a space that is easy to use even for long-term stays, like a second home. There is a guide service provided by a dedicated staff member (YANAKA DIGGER) who connects the town in the heart of nature with its guests, so even first-time visitors can spend time blending in naturally with the town. It is recommended not only for travel, but also for special occasions such as anniversaries.

The space
By making a reservation, you are deemed to have agreed to the "House Rules" and "Other Rules" at the bottom of this listing page, so please be sure to review them before booking. Check-in is after 3 pm and check-out is by 10 am. Early check-in and late check-out are not available. We have a total of 5 types of rooms at our facility. Toothbrushes + toothpaste and original tea are provided in the room for the number of people booked. Sleepwear is not provided. Toothbrushes + toothpaste, shaving foam, cotton, razors, and combs are provided in the common space, and the washing machine and microwave are also only available in the common space. We also rent out other cooking equipment in the shared kitchen space, so please message us if you would like to check what is available. Shared cooking utensils and dishes are available on a first-come-first-served basis. Reservations are not accepted. Condiments, etc. are not provided in the rooms or common areas. There are two shared washing machines that can be used free of charge in the first floor lounge, and a cassette tape player is installed in the laundry area. There is no mid-stay towel change or replenishment, provision of extra bedding, mid-stay sheet change or replenishment, or mid-stay cleaning during your stay. We ask that guests take care of cleaning and linen washing themselves. Garbage collection during your stay is free. If you would like this service, please contact us via message after your stay begins. Please note that you cannot dispose of garbage directly at the garbage collection point in the neighborhood. Smoking, including electronic cigarettes, is strictly prohibited in the house and on the property (including the veranda). For safety and building structure reasons, the windows in the room cannot be opened or closed, but ventilation is provided. For more information about YANAKA digger, please refer to the "Area of Stay" on this listing. Guests are responsible for connecting equipment that can only be connected to a PC (Win/Mac) with a USB-C or HDMI port. It cannot be connected to mobile phones such as iPhones or TVs.

Guest access
[Shared spaces] Lounge, mini-kitchen, laundry area, tatami area, veranda

During your stay
An Airbnb host support company manages the property remotely 24 hours a day. Depending on the nature of your inquiry, we may need to check with the host, so if you contact us after 6:00 pm, we may not be able to respond until after 9:00 am the next day. Please understand in advance.

Other things to note
We are required by ● law to obtain guest information. Please register the information for all guests included in the booking at the designated URL that we will send to you by message after the booking is confirmed. Please understand in advance that you will not be able to check in if you do not register. * Check-in is done using the check-in system. We will send you a message with details such as the procedure after your booking is confirmed. ● No third party bookings on Airbnb other than Airbnb for Work. Please make sure to book from the account of the person who will be staying. ● Security cameras are installed in the 1st floor entrance, 1st floor shared space, and shared hallways on each floor. ● We display the "Certificate of Special Obligation to Collect Accommodation Tax" in the lobby and pay the accommodation tax.

What this place offers

Elevator
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Wifi
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer

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4.81 out of 5 stars from 2002 reviews

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Taito City, Tokyo, Japan

【Town guidance by YANAKA DIGGER】
At the hotel, there is a staff member called "YANAKA DIGGER" who is familiar with the information about Yanaka and supports town walks that cannot be found in the guidebook.
The staff stays at the hotel until around dinner time, so you can feel free to ask history and culture of Yanaka, as well as some advice on how to walk around Yanaka.

*** Available time for the town guidance is between 3PM and 6PM. (*Closed on Sundays.)
*** The time that YANAKA DIGGER stays may vary depending on the season. Details can be found on the "YANAKA SOW" Face book page.

Meet your host

Superhost
2,005 reviews
4.81 out of 5 average rating
5 years of hosting
Speaks Chinese, English, and Japanese
At Yanaka sow, the historic townscape remains, and the town hall is filled with warmth. We are creating a place where you can experience the “when you live and stay”. A space that is easy to use for a long time like a second home. Please spend time blending into the city with a guide service by Yanaka digger, a town guide specialist who connects the town with you. If you have any questions or concerns, we will respond to messages 24/7, so please feel free to contact us.I look forward to your stay.

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
No pets
Safety & property
Exterior or entryway security camera present
Some spaces are shared
Amenity limitations