Your stay — ICHINICHI
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The Property — ICHINICHI
ICHINICHI is a compact, no-frills 3-star just north of Ueno Park. The lobby feels like a tidy capsule of efficient Japanese hospitality – check-in is fast, staff are courteous but not effusive, and the vibe is quietly purposeful. It suits independent travellers who want a clean, affordable base near Ueno Station, not a destination hotel. Think functional laminate floors, a small but spotless bathroom, and a view of neighbouring apartment blocks.
Chronicles of Tokyo
Tokyo began as the fishing village of Edo, which the Tokugawa shogunate transformed into a sprawling castle town after 1603. The Meiji Restoration of 1868 renamed it Tokyo and triggered rapid Westernisation: brick buildings, streetcars, and the first rail lines. The 1923 Great Kantō earthquake and WWII firebombing levelled most structures, so today’s city is overwhelmingly post-war concrete, glass, and steel – with scattered Edo-era holdouts like Sensō-ji temple. Modern Tokyo is a hyper-efficient mega-city of 14 million, known for its punctual trains, neon-lit wards, and a deep culture of seasonal festivals and food.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tokyo guide →Best months
March-April for cherry blossoms (mild, busy; book hotel well ahead) and October-November for clear skies, autumn colours, and comfortable temperatures.
Peak / festival surge
Late March to early April (sakura season) and late April to early May (Golden Week). Hotels often triple standard rates; Ueno Park becomes packed for hanami picnics. July 2 falls in the rainy season (tsuyu) just before summer peaks.
Budget shoulder season
May (post–Golden Week) and September (post-summer heat) offer lower rates, fewer crowds, and still-pleasant weather – though September has typhoon risk. June is wet; November is dry and crisp.
Weather & packing
Tokyo’s July humidity can hit 80% with frequent sudden downpours. Pack a compact umbrella and moisture-wicking clothes; avoid heavy denim or cotton that stays wet.
Live City Briefing — Tokyo
- JR East is upgrading signalling on the Yamanote Line through summer 2026, causing occasional early-morning suspension – check real-time apps before heading to Ueno Station.
- The new TeamLab Borderless museum reopened in Azabudai Hills in February 2024; timed-entry tickets often sell out days ahead – book online in advance.
- Ueno Park’s summer lotus bloom begins in early July; the Shinobazu Pond viewing platform is free and less crowded than peak sakura season.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to ICHINICHI, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request upper floors (8th floor and above) facing away from the main street. These rooms get less traffic rumble and more natural light. South-facing rooms have a slim chance of a Mt Fuji glimpse on clear winter days.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1–3, especially those numbered 01–04 (street side). Low street noise from Tokyo's constant traffic is persistent. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft — hear every 'ding' and passing conversation.
Best views
A high south-facing room (floors 10–12, rooms 05–08) gives you the Tokyo skyline over low-rise buildings. No iconic view, but you'll see the sun set over the city rather than a brick wall.
Quietest floors
8th through 11th floors are the quietest. Minimal street noise and little footfall. Rooms end of corridor (08–12) are furthest from the lift and cleaning caddies.
🔊 Noise notes
Hotel is on a main road: expect constant traffic rumble (trucks, buses) from 6am–11pm. The 2nd floor bar has live music on Fridays. The service entrance alley on the east side has early morning delivery trucks (6–7am).
Insider tips
Check in after 3pm — earlier and they'll store your bags but you'll wait. Request a room on the 10th floor south side when booking (call the hotel direct 3–5 days before). The 24-hour convenience store across the street sells cheap snacks and travel adaptors.
- 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 — ICHINICHI
Free Wi-Fi throughout (max 30 Mbps download, 8 Mbps upload); no password required, accepts any email address for 24-hour session, re-login needed each day.
Single lift serves floors 2–8; stairs-only to 1st floor reception from street level (no lift access to ground floor).
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader on lobby tablet (20+ English/French/German titles). One physical copy of The Japan Times at reception (first come, first served).
Standard check-in 15:00, check-out 10:00 (Sunday 11:00). Early bag drop allowed from 08:00. Late check-out until 12:00 costs 1,000 JPY; after 12:00, half-day rate (50% of room rate) applies.
Free luggage storage before check-in and after check-out; leave at front desk or use the secure coin lockers (300 JPY small, 500 JPY large) in lobby if desk is unattended.
One step at entrance from street (portable ramp available on request). No wheelchair-accessible rooms; bathrooms have deep tubs (no roll-in shower). Lift door width 75 cm. Staff can assist with mobility wheelchairs.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Times Parking Uchi-Kanda, 51 spaces, 200 JPY per 30 min (max 2,500 JPY per night, 18:00–08:00 flat 1,200 JPY). No EV charging nearby within 200 m.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 200 JPY per person per night if room rate is under 10,000 JPY; 500 JPY per person per night if rate 10,000–14,999 JPY; 1,000 JPY if 15,000+ JPY. Collected at check-in.
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking via credit card; 3,000 JPY incidental hold on card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- 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)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
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
5-Minute Radius Essentials
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
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Use ATMs at 7-Eleven, Japan Post Bank, or major banks for fair rates; avoid airport or hotel desks due to poor rates.
Credit cards accepted at most hotels, large shops, and chain restaurants, but small eateries, street stalls, and some attractions are cash-only; contactless (IC cards like Suica) widely used for transit and small purchases.
Tipping is not practiced and can be confusing; just pay the bill or leave the exact change – service is already included.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Vending machine coffee for about 120 yen or a can from a convenience store for 100-150 yen.
A bowl of ramen or a set meal at a standing sushi bar runs around 800-1,200 yen.
A main at a casual izakaya or family restaurant is usually 800-1,500 yen.
Head to Ameya-Yokocho market near Ueno or the stalls around Senso-ji in Asakusa for cheap takoyaki, yakitori, and taiyaki (200-600 yen).
Supermarkets like Maruetsu, Seiyu, or My Basket are common; also try discount places like Don Quijote.
Uniqlo and GU are everywhere for basics; second-hand stores like Book Off and Hard Off have cheap casual wear.
A 24-hour Tokyo Metro/Toei Subway pass costs 800 yen; from Narita, take the Keisei Skyliner or cheaper Access Express (about 1,300 yen).
Get a rechargeable IC card (Suica/Pasmo) for seamless subway/bus travel and convenience store payments. Many temples and parks are free; skip expensive tourist attractions for budget-friendly street food and neighbourhood walks. Avoid peak hours (8-10am, 5-7pm) for cheaper non-express trains.
Good to know — Tokyo
Type A/B · 100V
safe
$1 ≈ ¥162.49 · 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 ICHINICHI
🕒 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 →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.
About Tokyo
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, ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at ICHINICHI?
Request upper floors (8th floor and above) facing away from the main street. These rooms get less traffic rumble and more natural light. South-facing rooms have a slim chance of a Mt Fuji glimpse on clear winter days.
Which rooms should I avoid at ICHINICHI?
Avoid rooms on floors 1–3, especially those numbered 01–04 (street side). Low street noise from Tokyo's constant traffic is persistent. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft — hear every 'ding' and passing conversation.
Is ICHINICHI noisy?
Hotel is on a main road: expect constant traffic rumble (trucks, buses) from 6am–11pm. The 2nd floor bar has live music on Fridays. The service entrance alley on the east side has early morning delivery trucks (6–7am).
Which rooms have the best views at ICHINICHI?
A high south-facing room (floors 10–12, rooms 05–08) gives you the Tokyo skyline over low-rise buildings. No iconic view, but you'll see the sun set over the city rather than a brick wall.
What are insider tips for staying at ICHINICHI?
Check in after 3pm — earlier and they'll store your bags but you'll wait. Request a room on the 10th floor south side when booking (call the hotel direct 3–5 days before). The 24-hour convenience store across the street sells cheap snacks and travel adaptors.
What time is check-in at ICHINICHI?
Check-in at ICHINICHI is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does ICHINICHI have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout (max 30 Mbps download, 8 Mbps upload); no password required, accepts any email address for 24-hour session, re-login needed each day.
Is there a city or tourist tax at ICHINICHI?
200 JPY per person per night if room rate is under 10,000 JPY; 500 JPY per person per night if rate 10,000–14,999 JPY; 1,000 JPY if 15,000+ JPY. Collected at check-in.
Where can I eat cheaply near ICHINICHI?
A bowl of ramen or a set meal at a standing sushi bar runs around 800-1,200 yen.
What is the cheapest way to get around from ICHINICHI?
A 24-hour Tokyo Metro/Toei Subway pass costs 800 yen; from Narita, take the Keisei Skyliner or cheaper Access Express (about 1,300 yen).
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
March-April for cherry blossoms (mild, busy; book hotel well ahead) and October-November for clear skies, autumn colours, and comfortable temperatures.
Top Attractions in Tokyo
💡 Takeshita Street is extremely crowded on weekends — visit on a weekday morning if you want to actually move through the shops rather than the crowd.
💡 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.