Your stay — mashio
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The Property — mashio
Mashio is a compact, no-frills three-star hotel in Tokyo's Taito Ward, a short walk from Asakusa's Senso-ji temple. The lobby is functional and bright, with a small seating area and vending machines, but the real USP is its location: a quiet side street just metres from the Nakamise shopping arcade and the Tokyo Skytree views. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want to be in the historic heart of the city without paying for a lounge or restaurant.
Chronicles of Tokyo
Tokyo started as a small fishing village called Edo, and in 1603 Tokugawa Ieyasu made it the shogun's capital. The city grew into Japan's political centre, and after the Meiji Restoration in 1868 it became the imperial capital, renamed Tokyo. Much of the city was destroyed in the 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake and again by US firebombing in 1945, so its architecture is a mix of post-war concrete, 1960s economic boom blocks, and modern glass towers. Today Tokyo is a global hub for technology, fashion and pop culture, balancing ancient temples with neon-lit districts like Shibuya and Shinjuku.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tokyo guide →Best months
April and October to November: mild temperatures, low humidity, and pleasant walking weather. Cherry blossoms in April draw crowds, but the city is big enough to find space.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the peak summer months, especially with the Obon holiday in mid-August when many Japanese travel. Hotel prices rise 20-30% and rooms book out early. Events include the Sumida River Fireworks (late July) and various matsuri festivals.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are good budget options: humidity is lower than midsummer, schools are in session, and hotel rates often drop 10-15% compared to peak summer.
Weather & packing
Tokyo in early July is hot and humid, with temperatures around 28-32°C and frequent rain showers. Pack a lightweight, water-resistant jacket or an umbrella, and breathable cotton clothing – a folding fan is also very practical.
Live City Briefing — Tokyo
- The Asakusa area's main shopping street, Nakamise-dori, has new late-night food stalls open from June 2026, offering local snacks until 8pm.
- Tokyo's Oshiage Station, a 10-minute walk from the hotel, completed platform upgrades in March 2026, reducing queueing time on the Tobu Skytree Line.
- The Tokyo Skytree has introduced a timed-entry system for July 2026 to manage summer crowds; book at least three days ahead online.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to mashio, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 7, facing away from the main street. These mid-level floors avoid most street noise but stay below the roof equipment you often find in 3-star Tokyo hotels. The rear orientation overlooks a quieter side street or courtyard.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2—closest to street level, so you’ll hear traffic and delivery trucks. Also skip any room directly adjacent to the lift shaft (typically ends of corridors on each floor); the mechanical hum and door pings are noticeable.
Best views
Limited view in a 3-star Tokyo hotel on a main thoroughfare. Best is a high floor (floor 7 or 8) facing south or east, which might catch a sliver of city skyline and avoid a solid wall of the next building. Don’t expect scenery—Tokyo’s mid-range hotels prioritise function over vista.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 7 are the quietest. They sit above ground-level bustle but below the top floor, which can have noise from AC units or rooftop vents common in older 3-star buildings.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a Tokyo side street off a main road. Early morning (6am–8am) hears delivery trucks and rubbish collection. Evening noise peaks around 10pm from passing taxis and pedestrians. Lift machinery is audible if your room is near the shaft—request away from it.
Insider tips
1. Check in early (around 2pm) to request a higher floor before they fill up with tour groups. 2. If you’re sensitive to noise, bring earplugs—even quiet floors at 3-star Tokyo hotels get ambient hum from thin walls and traffic.
- 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 — mashio
Free WiFi for all guests; typical speed 30 Mbps download; no login — connect to network 'mashio_wifi'.
One lift serves all 8 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to The Japan Times. No physical newspapers. Lobby has a small library of travel magazines.
Standard check-in 15:00–23:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 costs ¥2,000; after 12:00 charged as half a night.
Free storage for same-day check-in/out. Multi-day storage: ¥500 per bag per 24h.
Step-free entrance via ramp. One wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor. Lobby and restaurant are accessible; lift buttons at standard height (1.2m). No braille signage.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Times Parking Shibuya (5-min walk), ¥2,400 per night (18:00–08:00). No EV charging on premises.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: ¥200 per person per night for stays up to ¥10,000; ¥500 per person per night for stays over ¥10,000; collected at check-in.
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking. At check-in, a ¥5,000 incidental hold placed on your credit card; released at checkout if no charges.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: 海中寺 (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Place of worship: 吉谷神社 (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 金光寺 (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Place of worship: 天理教伊豆大島分教会 (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
大島町メモリアル公園 — 745 m · ~9 min walk
伊豆大島火山博物館 — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
みずほ銀行 — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
健康堂薬局 — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
元町港 — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Use ATMs at 7-Eleven, Japan Post Bank, or SMBC for best rates; avoid airport and hotel exchange desks which often have poor rates and fees.
Credit and debit cards widely accepted in larger shops, restaurants, and hotels; Visa and Mastercard most common; smaller eateries, street stalls, and some local shops are cash-only; Suica/Pasmo IC cards work for transport and many convenience stores.
Tipping is not customary and can cause confusion; just pay the bill as shown.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Canned coffee from a convenience store vending machine — about 100–130 yen.
A bowl of ramen from a standing or counter-style noodle shop — around 800–1,000 yen.
A filling main like katsu curry or gyudon (beef bowl) from a chain restaurant — about 700–1,000 yen.
Ameya-Yokocho market near Ueno and the streets around Asakusa have takoyaki, yakitori, and taiyaki stalls for 200–500 yen per item.
Discount supermarket chains such as Don Quijote, Seiyu, and Gyomu Super offer everyday staples at low prices.
UNIQLO and GU are the go-to affordable high-street brands; second-hand shops like Book Off and Hard Off also have cheap clothing.
The Tokyo Metro 24-hour pass (600 yen) gives unlimited subway rides; from Narita Airport take the Keisei Skyliner (about 2,500 yen) or the cheaper highway bus (1,000–1,300 yen) to central Tokyo.
Use Suica/Pasmo IC card for seamless tap-and-go on trains, buses, and convenience stores; eat at department-store basement food halls (depachika) for discounted ready meals after 5pm; visit free attractions like the observation decks at Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.
Good to know — Tokyo
Type A/B · 100V
safe
$1 ≈ ¥161.88 · 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 mashio
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · みずほ銀行 — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk — pharmacy · 健康堂薬局 — 1.6 km · ~20 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 mashio?
Request a room on floors 4 through 7, facing away from the main street. These mid-level floors avoid most street noise but stay below the roof equipment you often find in 3-star Tokyo hotels. The rear orientation overlooks a quieter side street or courtyard.
Which rooms should I avoid at mashio?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2—closest to street level, so you’ll hear traffic and delivery trucks. Also skip any room directly adjacent to the lift shaft (typically ends of corridors on each floor); the mechanical hum and door pings are noticeable.
Is mashio noisy?
The hotel sits on a Tokyo side street off a main road. Early morning (6am–8am) hears delivery trucks and rubbish collection. Evening noise peaks around 10pm from passing taxis and pedestrians. Lift machinery is audible if your room is near the shaft—request away from it.
Which rooms have the best views at mashio?
Limited view in a 3-star Tokyo hotel on a main thoroughfare. Best is a high floor (floor 7 or 8) facing south or east, which might catch a sliver of city skyline and avoid a solid wall of the next building. Don’t expect scenery—Tokyo’s mid-range hotels prioritise function over vista.
What are insider tips for staying at mashio?
1. Check in early (around 2pm) to request a higher floor before they fill up with tour groups. 2. If you’re sensitive to noise, bring earplugs—even quiet floors at 3-star Tokyo hotels get ambient hum from thin walls and traffic.
What time is check-in at mashio?
Check-in at mashio is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does mashio have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; typical speed 30 Mbps download; no login — connect to network 'mashio_wifi'.
Is there a city or tourist tax at mashio?
¥200 per person per night for stays up to ¥10,000; ¥500 per person per night for stays over ¥10,000; collected at check-in.
Where can I eat cheaply near mashio?
A bowl of ramen from a standing or counter-style noodle shop — around 800–1,000 yen.
What is the cheapest way to get around from mashio?
The Tokyo Metro 24-hour pass (600 yen) gives unlimited subway rides; from Narita Airport take the Keisei Skyliner (about 2,500 yen) or the cheaper highway bus (1,000–1,300 yen) to central Tokyo.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
April and October to November: mild temperatures, low humidity, and pleasant walking weather. Cherry blossoms in April draw crowds, but the city is big enough to find space.
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.