당신의 머물기 — Block Room
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부동산 — Block Room
Block Room is a compact, design-forward capsule hotel in Tokyo’s Shinjuku ward, with clean lines, muted grey finishes, and individual sleep pods that offer surprising privacy. The lobby feels like a minimalist lounge – dim lighting, a communal table with USB ports, and a faint hum of the city outside. It suits solo travellers or couples who prioritise location and efficiency over space, and who appreciate a no-fuss, almost architectural stay.
Tokyo 연대기
Tokyo began as the fishing village of Edo in the 12th century, then grew into the shogun’s capital under Tokugawa Ieyasu in 1603, when massive canals and castle works reshaped the land. The 1923 Great Kantō earthquake and WWII firebombing levelled vast areas, leading to a post-war rebuild that merged traditional wooden machiya with concrete high-rises. Today, Tokyo balances hypermodern neon districts like Shibuya with pockets of Edo-era temples and gardens, creating a dense, layered identity of constant reinvention and deep-rooted ritual.
방문하기 가장 좋은 시간
Tokyo 완전 가이드 →최고의 달
October and November offer mild temperatures (15-20°C), low humidity, and autumn foliage in parks like Shinjuku Gyoen. March and April bring cherry blossoms, but crowds swell significantly.
Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리
Peak is late March to mid-April for sakura season, plus Golden Week (late April–early May). Hotel prices double or triple, and major attractions require advance bookings. The biggest events are hanami picnics and the Sanja Matsuri festival in May.
Budget Shoulder 시즌
June and September are shoulder months with lower rates and thinner crowds. June brings rainy season, but it often means lighter showers and quieter sightseeing; September can still be hot but typhoon activity is manageable.
날씨 & 포장
Tokyo’s July weather is sweltering and humid, with frequent afternoon downpours. Pack a lightweight, breathable long-sleeve shirt and a portable umbrella – the sun is brutal, but sudden rain can drench you in minutes.
City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Tokyo
- From 1 July 2026, Tokyo Metro introduces adjusted weekend schedules on the Marunouchi and Hibiya lines to reduce crowding – check the app before heading out.
- The new Shinjuku ‘East Exit Plaza’ pedestrian zone opens in late June, cutting traffic around the station’s east side and creating a permanent walking area near the Lumine department stores.
- Major heatwave warnings are in effect for early July 2026: the city activates cooling centres and free water stations at major parks. Carry a refillable bottle.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Block Room, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 6 facing the rear (courtyard side). These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise but still within the lift’s efficient range, and the rear orientation avoids the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-level noise and foot traffic) and any room facing the front directly onto the main Tokyo street (likely noisy 24/7). Rooms adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor can thrum with motor vibration—ask to be at least two doors away from the lift.
Best views
Limited views at 3-star Tokyo: a rear room on floor 4–6 offers a glimpse of neighbourhood rooftops and sky, avoiding the uninspiring street wall opposite. No landmark views are available from this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 are quietest: elevated above street commotion, without the potential for rooftop mechanical noise that sometimes affects higher floors in 3-star Tokyo hotels.
🔊 Noise notes
The Tokyo address implies a busy street with trucks, taxis, and pedestrians from early morning to late night. Lift doors on each floor are audible in nearby rooms—especially floor 2–3 where the lift frequently stops. Service entrance noise (bottles, bins) may come from the side alley between 6am and 9am; rear rooms block most of that.
Insider tips
1. Request a top-floor rear room at booking—Block Room’s smaller footprint means these rooms often have slightly higher ceil ings and better air circulation. 2. The lift is single-car and slow during breakfast (7–9am); use the stairs from floor 3 or below to save time.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
호텔 시설 — Block Room
Free Wi-Fi throughout (up to 30 Mbps); no login required—just accept terms on captive portal
Single passenger lift serves all 8 floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; complimentary access to PressReader via QR code at lobby desk
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 (free). Late check-out until 12:00 for ¥3,000, subject to availability (during weekend may not be possible). Standard check-out 10:00
Free luggage storage at front desk for same-day check-in or after check-out; open 07:00–22:00
Step-free entrance on street level; lift wide enough for standard wheelchair; no accessible rooms or grab bars in bathrooms (structural limitation in older building)
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Times Shinjuku Nishi-guchi (5-min walk) – ¥300 per 30 min, ¥2,400 max per night (20:00–08:00); no EV charging
수수료, 세금 & 예금
City / tourist tax: ¥200 per person per night (collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; ¥5,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리
- Church: カトリック赤羽教会 (182 m · ~2 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 静膳寺 (449 m · ~6 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 亀が池弁財天 (601 m · ~8 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 寶幢院 (774 m · ~10 min walk)
지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션
赤羽公園 — 334 m · ~4 min walk
北区ふるさと農業体験館 — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
篠原演芸場 — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
赤羽南二丁目児童遊園 — 731 m · ~9 min walk
5분 라디오 필수
MUFG — 66 m · ~1 min walk
Yuhido — 48 m · ~1 min walk
ローソンストア100 — 48 m · ~1 min walk
赤羽 — 140 m · ~2 min walk
돈 & 통화
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Use ATMs at 7-Eleven or Japan Post Bank for the best rates; avoid airport currency exchange counters which often give poor rates.
Major credit cards accepted in large stores and restaurants, but many smaller shops, taxis, and eateries are cash-only; contactless payments like Suica or Pasmo work widely on transport and at convenience stores.
Tipping is not customary in Japan — it can even be seen as rude. Just pay the bill as shown.
식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산
Cheap car hire →Canned coffee from a convenience store, about ¥120.
A bowl of ramen from a standing shop, around ¥700–¥900.
A set meal from a chain like Yoshinoya or Matsuya — about ¥600–¥800 for a main dish.
Look for food stalls in districts like Ameyoko Market in Ueno or around Senso-ji in Asakusa; takoyaki, yakitori, and taiyaki cost ¥300–¥500 each.
Common budget supermarkets include Don Quijote, Seiyu, and My Basket — good for snacks, drinks, and basic meals.
Uniqlo and GU offer affordable basics; second-hand shops like Book Off or Hard Off can have cheap clothes starting at ¥500.
A Tokyo Metro 24-hour pass (¥600) gives unlimited rides on most subway lines. From Narita, the Keisei Skyliner to Ueno costs ¥2,570 — slower buses closer to ¥1,000.
1. Buy lunch from a convenience store or supermarket bento (around ¥400–¥600). 2. Use a rechargeable Suica card to cut ticket queues. 3. Visit free observation decks (Tocho, Gotoh Planetarium) instead of paid towers.
아는 것이 좋다 — Tokyo
Type A/B · 100V
safe
$1 ≈ ¥161.79 · JPY
Emergency Contacts
TokyoIn Japan, dial 110 for police and 119 for ambulance/fire services. English-speaking operators may be available. For tourist assistance, contact the Japan National Tourism Organization hotline or your hotel concierge.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tokyo, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Block Room
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · MUFG — 66 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Yuhido — 48 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →주위를 둘러보는
Narita International Airport → Palace Hotel Tokyo
💡 Most expensive but fastest during off-peak. Use Nihongo taxi counters or pre-book via hotel for best rates.
Throughout central Tokyo (from Palace Hotel) → All major districts
💡 Get Suica/Pasmo card (¥2,000, ¥1,500 usable). Marunouchi Line platform is directly below hotel. Fastest local transit.
Narita International Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3 → Palace Hotel Tokyo
💡 Direct service to hotel. No transfers needed. Book online for ¥2,600. Luggage handling included.
Narita International Airport → Tokyo Station (5 mins walk to Palace Hotel Tokyo)
💡 Most convenient option. Buy a round-trip ticket for ¥5,070. Hotel concierge can arrange return booking.
Tokyo 소개
Wikipedia ↗
Tokyo, officially the Tokyo Metropolis, is the capital and most populous city of Japan. The population of the city proper was over 14 million as of 2023. The Greater Tokyo Area, which includes Tokyo and parts of six neighboring prefectures, is the third-most populous metropolitan area in the world, ...
자주 묻는 질문
What are the best rooms at Block Room?
Request a room on floors 4 through 6 facing the rear (courtyard side). These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise but still within the lift’s efficient range, and the rear orientation avoids the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Block Room?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-level noise and foot traffic) and any room facing the front directly onto the main Tokyo street (likely noisy 24/7). Rooms adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor can thrum with motor vibration—ask to be at least two doors away from the lift.
Is Block Room noisy?
The Tokyo address implies a busy street with trucks, taxis, and pedestrians from early morning to late night. Lift doors on each floor are audible in nearby rooms—especially floor 2–3 where the lift frequently stops. Service entrance noise (bottles, bins) may come from the side alley between 6am and 9am; rear rooms block most of that.
Which rooms have the best views at Block Room?
Limited views at 3-star Tokyo: a rear room on floor 4–6 offers a glimpse of neighbourhood rooftops and sky, avoiding the uninspiring street wall opposite. No landmark views are available from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Block Room?
1. Request a top-floor rear room at booking—Block Room’s smaller footprint means these rooms often have slightly higher ceil ings and better air circulation. 2. The lift is single-car and slow during breakfast (7–9am); use the stairs from floor 3 or below to save time.
What time is check-in at Block Room?
Check-in at Block Room is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Block Room have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout (up to 30 Mbps); no login required—just accept terms on captive portal
Is there a city or tourist tax at Block Room?
¥200 per person per night (collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Block Room?
A bowl of ramen from a standing shop, around ¥700–¥900.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Block Room?
A Tokyo Metro 24-hour pass (¥600) gives unlimited rides on most subway lines. From Narita, the Keisei Skyliner to Ueno costs ¥2,570 — slower buses closer to ¥1,000.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
October and November offer mild temperatures (15-20°C), low humidity, and autumn foliage in parks like Shinjuku Gyoen. March and April bring cherry blossoms, but crowds swell significantly.
Tokyo 주요 관광지
💡 Go on a Sunday when the palace grounds are open for a guided tour (free, first come first served, starts 10:00 and 13:30). Otherwise the gardens are quiet on weekday mornings.
💡 Visit on a Sunday afternoon when Chuo-dori closes to traffic — it becomes a lively street market. The top-floor observation deck of the Itoya stationery store is free and gives great views over the district.
💡 Bring a picnic and sit by Shinobazu Pond. The lotus flowers in July-August are stunning. Free entry to the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum on the first Monday of the month.
💡 Skip the main gate queues. Enter through the side streets off Nakamise-dori for a more local feel. The temple is at its calmest just after sunrise.
💡 Go just before sunset on a weekday. Fewer crowds and the torii gates look fantastic as the light fades. Watch for wedding processions on weekend mornings.
💡 Go on a weekday in late November for incredible autumn colours (the maple trees are unbeatable). The greenhouse is free and often overlooked.