Minami Asagaya House

Local experiences do not get any more authentic that this. If you are looking for a home to live in Tokyo like a local, then this listing is for you.

This is an amazing traditional Japanese 100years old home fully renovated to its original state near Minami-Asagaya station on the Marunouchi Subway line.

There are 2 bedrooms, living room with a sofa bed and a traditional Engawa (sunroom) all looking into a private sunny garden. 

Your own quiet house with excellent transport to the whole city.

** Highlights **

The house itself is 100 sq meters with very spacious rooms that will suit a total of 6 people.

The kitchen, bath and toilet are all newly renovated but keeping true to the famous Meji Era. The house is fully decorated using Meji Era furniture and ornaments.

Minutes to a beautiful park and walking distance to the Marunouchi subway line, this quiet family home allows you to relax in peace.

The local area is full of diverse restaurants and bistros that are welcoming to visitors and first timers offering great menus in English at very reasonable prices.

Convenience stores and supermarkets are within an easy walk.

Included is fast unlimited WiFi internet for business travelers or heavy gaming teens.

** Bedding **

2 x double bed comfortably fits two adults

2 x single futon for adult or children

1 Single Sofa bed

** Services & Amenities **

The kitchen is equipped with a gas burner, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, fridge, kettle, pans, cooking utensils, plus crockery and cutlery for 6 people. We include complimentary coffee and tea.

There is also washing machine, washlet toilets and everything you need for a relaxing and extended stay.

Please note there is only one bathroom, one toilet.

All essentials like soap, shampoo & conditioner, toilet paper, towels and linens are included. All you need to bring is your clothes and personal items.

You will have full private use of the room and this is professionally cleaned between guests. There are always plenty of clean linens and towels. If you would like a cleaning and linen service mid-stay, let us know and we can arrange this for a fee.

High-speed WiFi internet is inside the house. Bring a HDMI cable and connect your laptop to the TV. We provide you with a Netflix account and watch on-demand TV and movies. 

There is plenty of space for if you have large luggage or ski gear in the Engawa it might be best to ship these directly to your ski resort using a baggage service - cheap and reliable in Japan.

If traveling with children, we can also recommend a wonderful English speaking babysitter who can take care of your little ones in the house while you experience the bright lights of the big city or romantic dinner. Let us know if you need anything and we will happily accommodate most requests.

We have also included a selection of novels and travel brochures, walking maps and a Lonely Planet for you to use during your stay. We are happy to recommend out of the way places and local knowledge of our combined 35 years living in Tokyo.

** Neighbourhood **

The house is in a quiet and safe street but only 8 minutes walk from Minami Asagaya station which is just 6 stations away from all the fun and funky shops and restaurants in Shinjuku. But next to Koenji and Nakano station.

From Shinjuku you can easily get to anywhere around Tokyo. The streets are fairly typical of suburban Tokyo and some urban hiking reveals interesting architecture as well as many green spaces. There is an amazing park 2 min from the house with one of the BEST SAKURA viewing with a beautiful river.

On days when you want to stick close to home, the neighbourhood bustles with restaurants, cafes, bars, shops and other amenities.The cover walking only street that goes from Minami Asagaya to Asagaya station.

There is a grocery store nearby perfect for stocking breakfast and for snacks, we suggest any of the nearby convenience stores which are open 24 hours few min from the house.

** Transport **

Minami Asagaya station on the Marunouchi line is only a 8 minutes walk. There is free car parking while you are staying. 

It would be hard to get a better location for sightseeing.

Enjoy a 10 minute train ride to the quiet gardens of Shinjuku Gyoen or the exciting shops around Shinjuku 3-chome. This line is also direct through to Tokyo and Ginza area and all the bright lights and shopping that these areas have on offer.

From Minami Asagaya station you can easily access all other parts of Tokyo.

Shinjuku: 10 minutes

Roppongi: 27 minutes

Ginza: 30 minute

Harajuku: 20minutes

Shibuya; 22 min

** Getting Here **

After you have confirmed your booking, a PDF will be emailed to you with all of the best options for getting into Tokyo from either airport or from other cities around Japan. From Narita airport or Haneda Airport, take the Limousine bus to Hilton Hotel.We can pick you up by car and take you to the house We can offer a pickup by car from Narita for 25,000JPY or Haneda for 12,000JPY.

** Other things to note **

When you make the booking, we will send you a welcome pack with lots of transport information and confirm a convenient meeting time and location to ensure you will be able to settle in quickly.

If this space is booked, we do have other listings nearby. If you have any questions about our listings or Tokyo in general, please just ask.

*** Frequently Asked Questions ***

1) ARE MY CHOSEN DATES AVAILABLE?

Our calendar is ALWAYS up-to-date. We also have instant book facility so feel free to book immediately. Last-minute bookings are usually not a problem. Please introduce yourself and your group in the first email so we can get to know you and assist you with any special requests.

2) CAN I CHECK IN EARLY AND/OR CHECK OUT LATE?

Check-in time: 3pm or anytime after this. We are fine with late arrivals. Check-out time: 10am or anytime before. A courtesy 1-2 hours may be available ONLY if asked within 24 to 72 hours of arrival or departure (that is when we will know). More than 2 hours will require a fee or for you to book another night. We mostly have back-to-back bookings so please consider your travel plans when you make your booking. We are happy to adjust your if availability allows but please plan early as we do book up.

3) DO YOU HAVE LUGGAGE STORAGE?

The short answer is sadly no. Many of the larger train stations have lockers big enough for a full size suitcase. Shinjuku Station has plenty of large coin lockers.

Alternatively, we recommend you use a baggage shipping service. Japan has a few companies to choose from - just do a web search for "Takkyubin Japan" to find the most commonly used companies. These are very reasonably priced, safe and extremely reliable. If you ship your luggage from the airport, you can move about the city easily and have your luggage delivered directly to the house at a time convenient for you.

4) HOW CAN I CHECK IN?

Closer to your arrival we will be in contact to arrange a suitable time and place to meet with you. It will either be one of us or a trusted friend or relative. We will meet you, hand over the keys, run through the facilities of the house and also give you a tour of the local area if time allows.

5) CAN I ADD EXTRA PEOPLE / BEDS?

Our houses always have a variety of bedding options but we do not advise trying to squeeze in more than the maximum number of people on the listing. We want you to be comfortable and there are restrictions on the number of people who can sleep for safety reasons.

6) DO YOU CHARGE FOR CHILDREN?

- Under age 2 are free

- Age 2 and up are counted as guests.

We have a baby beds or baby futons for your use at no extra charge.

7) WHY IS THE PRICE DIFFERENT THAN I AM CALCULATING?

The total price is composed of three parts:

1. Nightly price x # of nights (plus any nightly charges for extra guests when applicable)

2. Cleaning fee(one-time fee)

3. Service fee (one-time fee set and collected by the website, typically between 6 and 12%)

Weekly Price: Price may fluctuate based on peak holidays, and special events. Enter in your specific dates to see the current price for those days.

8) IS THE PLACE CLEANED DURING MY STAY?

It is professionally cleaned prior to your arrival and after you depart. For your privacy, no one enters the house during your stay except for you and your group. If you wish to have a mid stay clean and linen service, this is possible for additional costs.

9)ANY OTHER QUESTIONS?

Please email us at any time.