Your stay — FIRST CABIN
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The Property — FIRST CABIN
FIRST CABIN is a capsule hotel built like an airport first-class lounge, but you sleep in a sleek, soundproofed pod. The lobby feels like a calm, minimalist transit hub—polished concrete, soft lighting, and rows of lockers. It suits solo travellers who want central Shinjuku access, a proper bathhouse on-site, and a spotless private sleeping box without paying for a full hotel room.
Chronicles of Tokyo
Tokyo began as the fishing village of Edo, fortified in 1457 by Ōta Dōkan. Ieyasu Tokugawa made it his shogunate capital in 1603, transforming it into a sprawling castle town with intricate canals and samurai quarters. The 1923 Great Kantō earthquake and WWII firebombing levelled most wooden structures, forcing a rebuild of steel and concrete. Post-war, Tokyo re-emerged as a hyper-modern megacity where 13-million people live amid neon, shrines, and meticulous 24-hour transit.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tokyo guide →Best months
April (cherry blossom) and November (autumn colours) offer mild 15–20°C days. October clears monsoon humidity. All three have lower hotel rates than peak summer or December.
Peak / festival surge
Late March to early April (cherry blossoms) and the Obon holiday (mid-August). Prices at FIRST CABIN can double, and advance booking is essential. The Sanja Matsuri (May) and Sumida River Fireworks (July) also spike demand.
Budget shoulder season
May–June and September–October give discounts of 20–30% on spring/peak rates. Humidity drops after June, and September avoids both Golden Week and typhoon peak.
Weather & packing
Tokyo summers are brutally humid, with July averages of 26°C and 80% humidity. Pack a portable fan, quick-dry underwear, and a light jacket for sudden downpours.
Live City Briefing — Tokyo
- Shinjuku Station's East Exit is in the final stage of platform remodelling—expect detours and longer walks to the JR Yamanote and Narita Express lines.
- TeamLab Borderless has reopened in Azabudai Hills (not Odaiba)—book timed tickets at least a week ahead for July.
- Japan extended its online visa waiver for 23 countries until July 2027—check if your passport qualifies for the 90-day tourist stamp.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to FIRST CABIN, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a cabin on the upper floors of the main building, facing away from the main road. The higher you go, the less street noise you'll get from Yasukuni-dori or Sotobori-dori. A south-facing cabin on floor 6 or above tends to be quieter and catches morning light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid cabins on the first floor near the communal lounge or entrance — they pick up footfall noise and the automatic door. Also skip any cabin directly above or beside the lifts: the mechanism hums all night. Very limited data suggests rooms ending in 01–05 on low floors face the road.
Best views
A cabin on floors 7–10 with a south-west orientation overlooks the lush garden of the nearby British Embassy or the green strip along the canal. Not a city panorama, but a rare quiet green view in central Tokyo.
Quietest floors
Floors 6 through 10 in the main building. These are above the noise of street-level traffic and far enough from the ground-floor lobby bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Iidabashi station is a major transport hub, so expect train rumble from the JR Chuo-Sobu line (especially during rush hours) and occasional noise from the elevated expressway nearby. The hotel's own bar on the ground floor can be loud until 23:00. Street-level karaoke bars and izakayas nearby add weekend footfall noise.
Insider tips
1) Book a 'First Class Cabin' (their largest) if you want a desk — the standard 'Business Cabin' has no work surface. 2) The communal bath on the 2nd floor is a real asset: use it post-23:00 when it's near-empty. No parking — use the coin lot behind the Lawson or take the train.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — FIRST CABIN
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical download speed 20-30 Mbps; no login required—connects on first use
One elevator serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newspaper access via PressReader on in-room tablets; no physical papers delivered
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 at front desk; late check-out until 12:00 for 1,000 JPY (subject to availability)
Complimentary same-day storage at front desk; overnight storage not available
Step-free entrance from street; elevator to all floors; wheelchair-accessible room on 1st floor; no grab bars in standard bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Times Shinbashi at 3,000 JPY per night; no EV charging on property
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 200 JPY per person per night (Tokyo accommodation tax); waived for bookings under 10,000 JPY
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; 1,000 JPY incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: 神田寺 (54 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: 神田キリスト教会 (128 m · ~2 min walk)
- Place of worship: 神道大教白鬚神社 (534 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: 純福音めぐみ教会 (792 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
日本サッカーミュージアム — 912 m · ~11 min walk
秋葉原ディアステージ — 23 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
イオン銀行 ATM — 255 m · ~3 min walk
マツモトキヨシ — 176 m · ~2 min walk
ファミリーマート — 45 m · ~1 min walk
御茶ノ水 — 702 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Use ATMs at 7-Eleven, Japan Post Bank, or Mizuho Bank; avoid airport and hotel exchange counters for poor rates.
Major credit cards widely accepted in shops and restaurants; cash still needed for smaller eateries, temples, and some taxis. Contactless (Suica/Pasmo) for transit and convenience stores.
No tipping. Service charges are not added; leave nothing.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Convenience store drip coffee (e.g., from 7-Eleven or FamilyMart) for about ¥100.
Bento box from a supermarket or convenience store around ¥500–¥700.
A filling bowl of ramen from a standing bar or chain shop for roughly ¥800–¥1,000.
Ameyoko Market area or conbini hot snacks; avoid tourist-heavy spots for better value.
Life, Maruetsu, and Don Quijote for basics; Gyomu Super for bulk deals.
Uniqlo and GU for basics; second-hand shops like Book Off Super Bazaar or Hard Off in eastern wards.
Day pass (Tokyo Metro 24-hour ticket ¥600) for subway; from Narita, Keisei Skyliner plus local pass, or overnight bus from Shinjuku.
Eat conbini or supermarket food for one meal daily; buy a rechargeable Suica/Pasmo for transit and small purchases; skip taxis.
Good to know — 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 FIRST CABIN
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · イオン銀行 ATM — 255 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · マツモトキヨシ — 176 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at FIRST CABIN?
Request a cabin on the upper floors of the main building, facing away from the main road. The higher you go, the less street noise you'll get from Yasukuni-dori or Sotobori-dori. A south-facing cabin on floor 6 or above tends to be quieter and catches morning light.
Which rooms should I avoid at FIRST CABIN?
Avoid cabins on the first floor near the communal lounge or entrance — they pick up footfall noise and the automatic door. Also skip any cabin directly above or beside the lifts: the mechanism hums all night. Very limited data suggests rooms ending in 01–05 on low floors face the road.
Is FIRST CABIN noisy?
Iidabashi station is a major transport hub, so expect train rumble from the JR Chuo-Sobu line (especially during rush hours) and occasional noise from the elevated expressway nearby. The hotel's own bar on the ground floor can be loud until 23:00. Street-level karaoke bars and izakayas nearby add weekend footfall noise.
Which rooms have the best views at FIRST CABIN?
A cabin on floors 7–10 with a south-west orientation overlooks the lush garden of the nearby British Embassy or the green strip along the canal. Not a city panorama, but a rare quiet green view in central Tokyo.
What are insider tips for staying at FIRST CABIN?
1) Book a 'First Class Cabin' (their largest) if you want a desk — the standard 'Business Cabin' has no work surface. 2) The communal bath on the 2nd floor is a real asset: use it post-23:00 when it's near-empty. No parking — use the coin lot behind the Lawson or take the train.
What time is check-in at FIRST CABIN?
Check-in at FIRST CABIN is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does FIRST CABIN have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical download speed 20-30 Mbps; no login required—connects on first use
Is there a city or tourist tax at FIRST CABIN?
200 JPY per person per night (Tokyo accommodation tax); waived for bookings under 10,000 JPY
Where can I eat cheaply near FIRST CABIN?
Bento box from a supermarket or convenience store around ¥500–¥700.
What is the cheapest way to get around from FIRST CABIN?
Day pass (Tokyo Metro 24-hour ticket ¥600) for subway; from Narita, Keisei Skyliner plus local pass, or overnight bus from Shinjuku.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
April (cherry blossom) and November (autumn colours) offer mild 15–20°C days. October clears monsoon humidity. All three have lower hotel rates than peak summer or December.
Top Attractions in Tokyo
💡 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.