Ryokan Annex Katsutaro Ryokan
110-0001 Tokyo-to, Taito-ku Yanaka 3-8-4 , Japan – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access
Excellent location – rated 9.2/10! (score from 277 reviews)
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Excellent location. Very helpful staff. Good breakfast.
South KoreaThe location was perfect! A 10 minute walk to the Nippori train station (transportation to/from the airport) and a few minutes walk to the Sendagi metro station. The neighborhood was really cool - the hotel was right next to a popular street market. There was a 7/11 right across the street. The staff was very friendly, helpful and spoke English. Our room had a very authentic feel and they offer free wifi and breakfast for a fee.
United States of AmericaThe location has convenient public transportation access via Sendagi and Nippori stations and is in a nice quiet neighborhood area with a different character from more tourist-focused locations. There are some good options for tasty but inexpensive meals very close by.
United States of Americawhat i like is the location, the cleanliness, very quiet and safe. Near the station.and easy process of the payments.
PhilippinesThe location was really nice. There was a nice little shopping street and there were 2 subway stations within easy walking distance. The owners were very nice.
United States of AmericaThe location was great, and staff were wonderful! They provided detailed information on local attractions and transportation. Room was large, comfy and clean. Laundry facilities on-site were very helpful.
United States of AmericaGreat place to Stay, the couple in reception are great and very helpful. The room was always clean. The location is really good. 10 min to JR Station Nippori and 4 min walk to the closes Subway Station.
MexicoVery friendly, helpful staff. Comfortable room. Wonderful area of Tokyo.
United States of AmericaEasy check in and out. We really enjoyed our accommodations. The location was exactly what we were seeking.
United States of AmericaWonderful neighborhood Close to fantastic markets, coffee shops, ramen and other fantastic restaurants Very kind receptionist and clean cozy room Couldn’t ask for anything more my 1st trip to Tokyo Thank you so much for accommodating me and making me feel at home
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Peter
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A 2-minute walk from Sendagi subway station, Japanese-style hotel Annex Katsutaro Ryokan features rooms with traditional tatami (woven-straw) floors and free Wi-Fi internet. The Ryokan offers bike rental.
The air conditioned rooms at Ryokan Annex Katsutaro feature Japanese futon beds, and each has a TV and fridge. The attached bathroom includes a bathtub.
Katsutaro Annex is a 3-minute walk from Tenno-ji Temple and a 10-minute walk from Ueno Zoo and Ueno Park. It is an 8-minute walk to JR Nippori Station, which offers direct access to Akihabara and Tokyo Station.
The ryokan provides free-use internet terminals and coin-operated laundry machines.
Guests can order a Continental breakfast or a hot Western-style breakfast, for a fee.
This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more
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- What's a ryokan?
- A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. They usually feature bathhouses, multicourse dinners, communal spaces where guests can relax, and rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon mats. Like hotels, a range of ryokans (from budget to luxury) is available. What originated centuries ago as a free rest house for long-distance travelers has evolved into a popular destination for relaxation surrounded by therapeutic mineral springs.
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- What are the big differences between a ryokan and a hotel?
- Unlike a hotel, where the guest room is just a place to turn in for the night, a ryokan is more than just a place to sleep. In Japan, many travelers journey long distances to relax in a hot spring bath and feast on a traditional multicourse dinner – staying in a ryokan is an experience in and of itself. These ryokans typically have Japanese-style rooms with woven-straw floors and futon beds (no Western beds and carpeting). You should also remove your shoes at the entrance of the room, or before you enter it. Modern ryokans might serve buffet-style meals in a dining area, while more traditional ryokans tend to serve in-room dinners. Some ryokan rooms have a private bathroom, and others might just have a shared bathroom.
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- What's a kaiseki meal?
- Kaiseki is the culinary highlight at a ryokan, embodying beautifully presented dishes that delight both the palate and the eyes. Every one of the 10 to 15 dishes that make up the multicourse Japanese dinner is prepared in a way that highlights the unique textures, colors, and flavors of featured seasonal ingredients and local specialties. Most commonly served at special restaurants and ryokans, a traditional kaiseki dinner usually consists of bite-size appetizers, fresh sashimi (raw fish, like sushi), soup, grilled fish or meat, a hot-pot dish, rice with miso soup, and a small dessert.
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- What's a yukata?
- A yukata is a casual summer kimono or robe, typically made of light cotton. Many ryokans provide guests with yukata robes during their stay. In some areas, it's common to see guests strolling through the neighborhood in their yukatas. The loose-fitting garment is perfect for sleeping and relaxing in.
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- How should I wear a yukata?
- First, put your arms through the sleeves like you would with a robe. Take the right side of the yukata and wrap it across your body. Then, take the left side and wrap it over the right, making sure that the robe is level at your ankles. Pinning the yukata closed on the right side, wrap the sash around your waist a couple of times and then tie a bow. Generally, the bow is tied around the waist for women, and the hips for men.
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- What's a Japanese hot spring (onsen)?
- Onsen (literally "hot spring") is a term often used to refer to both the mineral-rich hot springs and the bathing facilities that house them. Whether the bath is public or private, gender-segregated or mixed, indoor or outdoor, soaking and unwinding in the soothing geothermal waters at an onsen is a millennia-old custom deeply embedded in Japanese culture.
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- What's standard bathing etiquette?
- At a bathhouse—onsen or not—guests are expected to remove all clothing in their respective changing rooms before entering the bathing area. As a common courtesy, once inside the bathing area, guests should wash and rinse their bodies thoroughly before quietly stepping into the hot water. Whether you relax in solitude or converse softly with others is up to you, but guests should always be mindful of others. Wash towels are often used to cover one’s private areas while walking around. However, note that you should not put towels in the water.
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- Why are tattoos not allowed?
- While tattoos have become more popular among Japan's youth, many Japanese people still associate them with outlaws and organized crime. Nowadays, not all businesses ban customers with tattoos, but you might still be refused admission to bathhouses and swimming pools. Small tattoos can be covered up using waterproof bandaids, but keep in mind that each property has the final say on what’s acceptable.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.4 for two-person stays.
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)
Breakfast Info
American
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Japanese-Style Deluxe Triple Room
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- Guests said the area is good for shopping
See what guests loved the most:
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Dan
South Korea“Excellent location. Very helpful staff. Good breakfast.”
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Jenmiller
United States of America“The location was perfect! A 10 minute walk to the Nippori train station (transportation to/from the airport) and a few minutes walk to the Sendagi metro station. The neighborhood was really cool - the hotel was right next to a popular street market. There was a 7/11 right across the street. The staff was very friendly, helpful and spoke English. Our room had a very authentic feel and they offer free wifi and breakfast for a fee.” Read more
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Robert
United States of America
“The location has convenient public transportation access via Sendagi and Nippori stations and is in a nice quiet neighborhood area with a different character from more tourist-focused locations. There are some good options for tasty but inexpensive meals very close by.” Read more
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Peter
Philippines“what i like is the location, the cleanliness, very quiet and safe. Near the station.and easy process of the payments.”
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Americanbeauty
United States of America
“The location was really nice. There was a nice little shopping street and there were 2 subway stations within easy walking distance. The owners were very nice.”
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Hilary
United States of America
“The location was great, and staff were wonderful! They provided detailed information on local attractions and transportation. Room was large, comfy and clean. Laundry facilities on-site were very helpful.”
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Yei
Mexico“Great place to Stay, the couple in reception are great and very helpful. The room was always clean. The location is really good. 10 min to JR Station Nippori and 4 min walk to the closes Subway Station.”
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William
United States of America
“Very friendly, helpful staff. Comfortable room. Wonderful area of Tokyo.”
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Mary
United States of America
“Easy check in and out. We really enjoyed our accommodations. The location was exactly what we were seeking. ”
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Dusty
United States of America
“Wonderful neighborhood Close to fantastic markets, coffee shops, ramen and other fantastic restaurants Very kind receptionist and clean cozy room Couldn’t ask for anything more my 1st trip to Tokyo Thank you so much for accommodating me and making me feel at home ” Read more
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Asakura Museum of Sculpture0.2 miles
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Yanaka Ginza Street0.2 miles
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Kyoouji Temple0.3 miles
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Mori Ōgai Memorial Museum0.3 miles
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The Site of Koda Rohan House0.3 miles
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Suwa Shrine0.3 miles
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Ecute Nippori0.3 miles
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Tenno-ji Temple Gojuno Tower Remains0.4 miles
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Tennoji Temple0.4 miles
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Cafe/Bar CIBI0.1 miles
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Restaurant 畔上 日本蕎麦0.2 miles
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Restaurant 蟻や とんかつ0.2 miles
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Ueno Station1.1 miles
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Tokyo Skytree2.8 miles
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Japan Imperial Palace3 miles
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Ikebukuro Station3 miles
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Tokyo Station3.1 miles
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Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden4.2 miles
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Tokyo Tower4.8 miles
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Yoyogi Park5.4 miles
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Shibuya Station5.9 miles
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Shinagawa Station6.8 miles
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Lake 不忍池1.2 miles
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Train Nippori Station0.4 miles
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Tokyo International Airport11.8 miles
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Narita International Airport35 miles
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Ibaraki Airport48.2 miles
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4 reasons to choose Annex Katsutaro Ryokan
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The staff speaks English
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Amenities of Annex Katsutaro Ryokan
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5
Most popular amenities
Bathroom
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Alarm clock
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Media & Technology
- Fax
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Baggage storage
- Fax/Photocopying
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
General
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Elevator
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
Accessibility
- Lowered sink
- Raised toilet
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages Spoken
- English
- Japanese
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RetrySustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
- Bicycle rental
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Annex Katsutaro Ryokan accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Please note only 1 other child can sleep in existing bedding.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
License number: 27台台健生食ほ第868号
FAQs about Annex Katsutaro Ryokan
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Check-in at Annex Katsutaro Ryokan is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Annex Katsutaro Ryokan offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Bicycle rental (additional charge)
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Guests staying at Annex Katsutaro Ryokan can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.3).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- American
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Annex Katsutaro Ryokan (subject to availability):
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Room options at Annex Katsutaro Ryokan include:
- Twin
- Quad
- Triple
- Single
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Annex Katsutaro Ryokan has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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The prices at Annex Katsutaro Ryokan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Annex Katsutaro Ryokan is 3.1 miles from the center of Tokyo.
