🇯🇵 Tokyo, Japan
からくさホテル TOKYO STATION
📍 八重洲1-5-3, 中央区, 103-0028
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Your stay — からくさホテル TOKYO STATION
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The Property — からくさホテル TOKYO STATION
You step into a calm, neutral-toned lobby that smells faintly of hinoki wood and fresh matcha. This is a compact, well-run 3-star with a firm focus on location: three minutes on foot from the Yaesu side of Tokyo Station. It suits savvy travellers who want a clean, efficient base for exploring central Tokyo, not a resort-style stay.
Chronicles of Tokyo
Tokyo began as the fishing village of Edo, fortified into a shogun's capital in 1603. The 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake and 1945 firebombing levelled most wooden structures, forcing a concrete rebuild. Since the 1964 Olympics, the city has layered neon, glass towers and bullet trains over a grid of historic temple precincts and narrow alleyways. Its contemporary identity is a hyper-efficient, design-obsessed metropolis that remains surprisingly liveable, mixing ramen counters with Michelin-starred restaurants.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tokyo guide →Best months
April (cherry blossom, mild 13-19°C) and November (autumn leaves, crisp 10-16°C). Both have low humidity and manageable crowds outside major festivals.
Peak / festival surge
Late March to early April for sakura season. Hotels in central Tokyo, including this one, can double in price. The main event is hanami (picnicking under blossoms) in Ueno and Shinjuku Gyoen parks.
Budget shoulder season
May and October. May is warm (18-24°C) with fewer tourists than April; October is dry and cool (16-21°C). Prices drop by 20-30% vs peak, and you get shorter queues at major sights.
Weather & packing
Tokyo summers are humid and regularly hit 30°C with sudden downpours. Pack a breathable, quick-dry daypack and a compact umbrella in your carry-on every day in July.
Live City Briefing — Tokyo
- Tokyo Station's Yaesu side has completed its major redevelopment; the new Gransta Tokyo food hall opened in late 2024, offering 50+ takeaway bento and snack vendors. Expect queues at peak lunchtime.
- JR East has introduced seat-reservation machines with English menus at Tokyo Station. From July 2026, the new Hokuriku Shinkansen extension to Tsuruga will be fully operational, connecting to Kanazawa with no change.
- Summer 2026 tip: the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building observatory in Shinjuku (free entry) is expanding its evening hours to 10pm from June through August for sunset views, avoiding daytime heat.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to からくさホテル TOKYO STATION, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 8–12 (the upper half of the building) facing east or south-east — away from the Yaesu exit traffic and the Shinkansen tracks, which run north-west from the station. These floors get morning light and less street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors below 5 (street-level noise from Yaesu-dori and taxi queues) and any room facing north or north-west towards the station plaza — constant bus and taxi rumble, plus station announcements if windows open.
Best views
East or south-east facing rooms from floor 8+ look over low-rise commercial buildings towards the Sumida River — you'll see Tokyo Skytree in the distance, not the station. North-facing rooms see only the station's concrete rear and tracks.
Quietest floors
Floors 9–12 are typically the quietest — above the bulk of street noise and below any mechanical plant on the roof. The hotel's lift core is central, so rooms at the end of corridors on these floors are best.
🔊 Noise notes
Yaesu-dori (the main road outside) gets heavy traffic from 6am to 11pm — buses, taxis, and delivery vans. The Tokyo Station Yaesu exit is a 3-minute walk, so there's constant foot traffic and occasional train announcements. Shinkansen trains run from 6am to 11pm, audible from north-facing rooms.
Insider tips
1. Request a 'top floor, east side' room at check-in — the hotel often honours preferences if available, especially midweek. 2. Use the hotel's luggage-forwarding service from Tokyo Station (Yaesu underground passage) to skip carrying bags through the crowds — ask at reception for the nearest takkyubin counter, it's a 2-minute walk in the station.
- 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 — からくさホテル TOKYO STATION
Free Wi-Fi throughout (up to 50 Mbps download, no login or password needed); no paid tier
One lift serves all 10 floors (guest rooms on floors 2–10); no stairs-only sections; lift is narrow but fits a wheelchair and two suitcases
No complimentary newspaper or digital newsstand; lobby has a small selection of Japanese-only travel magazines
Check-in from 15:00 to 23:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 at front desk; late check-out fee 1,000 JPY per hour after 10:00 (request before 10:00, subject to availability)
Free luggage storage at front desk on arrival day (from 10:00) and after checkout (until 18:00); no coin lockers on site
Step-free entrance from street (flat ramp), lift to all floors, but doorways 75 cm wide and no adapted bathrooms; wheelchair accessible with assistance but no grab bars in shower
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Times Yaesu 2-chome (3-minute walk), 1,500 JPY per night (20:00–08:00); no EV charging on site or nearby public charger within 200 m
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 200 JPY per person per night (applies to stays over 10,000 JPY, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit; a 5,000 JPY incidental hold per room placed on credit card at check-in (released at checkout if no extras)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: 正一位伏見稲荷神社 (779 m · ~10 min walk)
- Place of worship: 幸稲荷神社 (921 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: 銀座教会 (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Place of worship: 寳童稲荷 (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
KITTE — 213 m · ~3 min walk
インターメディアテク — 216 m · ~3 min walk
よみうりホール — 856 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 202 m · ~3 min walk
トモズ — 270 m · ~3 min walk
駅弁屋 祭 — 119 m · ~1 min walk
東京 — 99 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Use ATMs at 7-Eleven or Japan Post; airport counters and hotel desks give poor rates.
Major cards widely accepted in shops and restaurants; smaller eateries and some taxis are cash-only. Contactless (Suica/PASMO) common for transit and konbini.
No tipping. Leave exact change; service charges are included. Some high-end places add a service fee on the bill.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Canned hot/iced coffee from a convenience store for about 120–150 JPY.
A bento box or bowl of ramen from a standing counter or chain shop for around 600–900 JPY.
A main like curry rice or a set meal at a chain restaurant for about 800–1,200 JPY.
Check the basement food halls of department stores (depachika) and the alleyways around Yokocho for affordable bites.
My Basket, Maruetsu, or Life supermarkets; good for basics and pre-made meals.
Uniqlo (multiple stores nearby) and second-hand shops like Book Off or Hard Off for budget finds.
Cheapest way around: 1-day Tokyo Metro pass (600 JPY) for subway/bus. From Narita: Keisei Skyliner to Ueno (~2,500 JPY) or airport bus (~3,100 JPY). From Haneda: Keikyu line or bus (~300–1,000 JPY).
Use a rechargeable IC card (Suica/PASMO) for seamless transit and small purchases. Eat konbini onigiri and bento for cheap breakfast/lunch. Avoid dining directly inside the Tokyo Station complex—walk a block east for better value.
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 からくさホテル TOKYO STATION
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 202 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · トモズ — 270 m · ~3 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 からくさホテル TOKYO STATION?
Request rooms on floors 8–12 (the upper half of the building) facing east or south-east — away from the Yaesu exit traffic and the Shinkansen tracks, which run north-west from the station. These floors get morning light and less street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at からくさホテル TOKYO STATION?
Avoid rooms on floors below 5 (street-level noise from Yaesu-dori and taxi queues) and any room facing north or north-west towards the station plaza — constant bus and taxi rumble, plus station announcements if windows open.
Is からくさホテル TOKYO STATION noisy?
Yaesu-dori (the main road outside) gets heavy traffic from 6am to 11pm — buses, taxis, and delivery vans. The Tokyo Station Yaesu exit is a 3-minute walk, so there's constant foot traffic and occasional train announcements. Shinkansen trains run from 6am to 11pm, audible from north-facing rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at からくさホテル TOKYO STATION?
East or south-east facing rooms from floor 8+ look over low-rise commercial buildings towards the Sumida River — you'll see Tokyo Skytree in the distance, not the station. North-facing rooms see only the station's concrete rear and tracks.
What are insider tips for staying at からくさホテル TOKYO STATION?
1. Request a 'top floor, east side' room at check-in — the hotel often honours preferences if available, especially midweek. 2. Use the hotel's luggage-forwarding service from Tokyo Station (Yaesu underground passage) to skip carrying bags through the crowds — ask at reception for the nearest takkyubin counter, it's a 2-minute walk in the station.
What time is check-in at からくさホテル TOKYO STATION?
Check-in at からくさホテル TOKYO STATION is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does からくさホテル TOKYO STATION have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout (up to 50 Mbps download, no login or password needed); no paid tier
Is there a city or tourist tax at からくさホテル TOKYO STATION?
200 JPY per person per night (applies to stays over 10,000 JPY, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near からくさホテル TOKYO STATION?
A bento box or bowl of ramen from a standing counter or chain shop for around 600–900 JPY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from からくさホテル TOKYO STATION?
Cheapest way around: 1-day Tokyo Metro pass (600 JPY) for subway/bus. From Narita: Keisei Skyliner to Ueno (~2,500 JPY) or airport bus (~3,100 JPY). From Haneda: Keikyu line or bus (~300–1,000 JPY).
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
April (cherry blossom, mild 13-19°C) and November (autumn leaves, crisp 10-16°C). Both have low humidity and manageable crowds outside major festivals.
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.