Ryokan Ryokan Mikawaya
111-0032 Tokyo-to, Taito-ku, Asakusa 1-30-12, Japan – Excellent location - show map – Metro access
Excellent location — rated 9.6/10! (score from 33 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Loved the traditional room and the view over the walkway to the temple. Great people watching. Very easy access via train from Narita. Lots of shops and places to eat near by as well as temple
AustraliaVery nice, warm and welcoming staff! Beautiful room! And very well situated!
SwitzerlandThe staff were really helpful and the location was great.
JapanWonderful experience and close to the action of Senso-Ji.
AustraliaSimple Ryokan, clean and in Nakamise dori. Recommended!
ItalyThe receptionist was helpful and courteous. The room was small but comfortable. It was close to Senso-ji Temple, but no vegan restaurants open after 7:30 in area.
United StatesThe staff was lovely and the location extremely good. The facilities were good.
FranceThis Ryokan is perfectly located, 2min from the Kaminarimon. There's lot of shops on the straight street to the temple, also lots of accomodations nearby which is helpful !
FranceUn accueil très chaleureux et bienveillant en une période difficile de crise sanitaire.
FranceEverything! Location was incredibly convenient for both tourism and transports. The facilities were comfortable, traditional and practical. The room was very homey and surprisingly quiet for such a busy neighborhood. I had a lovely view of the SkyTree Tower as well. Despite the coronavirus starting in the country right as I arrived, my stay in Japan was lovely. I managed to find masks for my daily ventures but the english-speaking receptionist generously provided me with one as well, as long as offering maps and even an umbrella. I've never been so well treated. Sorry again for my poor Japanese but thanks for your patience with me! If I ever come back to Tokyo I will most definitely stay with them again.
France
- What guests loved the most:
“Loved the traditional room and the view over the walkway to the temple. Great people watching. Very easy access via train from Narita. Lots of shops and places to eat near by as well as temple”
Australia“Very nice, warm and welcoming staff! Beautiful room! And very well situated!”
Switzerland“The staff were really helpful and the location was great.”
Japan“Wonderful experience and close to the action of Senso-Ji.”
Australia“ Simple Ryokan, clean and in Nakamise dori. Recommended!”
Italy“The receptionist was helpful and courteous. The room was small but comfortable. It was close to Senso-ji Temple, but no vegan restaurants open after 7:30 in area.”
United States“The staff was lovely and the location extremely good. The facilities were good.”
France“This Ryokan is perfectly located, 2min from the Kaminarimon. There's lot of shops on the straight street to the temple, also lots of accomodations nearby which is helpful !”
France“Un accueil très chaleureux et bienveillant en une période difficile de crise sanitaire.”“0”
France“Everything! Location was incredibly convenient for both tourism and transports. The facilities were comfortable, traditional and practical. The room was very homey and surprisingly quiet for such a busy neighborhood. I had a lovely view of the SkyTree Tower as well. Despite the coronavirus starting in the country right as I arrived, my stay in Japan was lovely. I managed to find masks for my daily ventures but the english-speaking receptionist generously provided me with one as well, as long as offering maps and even an umbrella. I've never been so well treated. Sorry again for my poor Japanese but thanks for your patience with me! If I ever come back to Tokyo I will most definitely stay with them again. ”
FranceCategories:
Stay in the heart of Tokyo – Excellent location - show map
Ryokan Mikawaya is located in the heart of Asakusa, 100 yards from the Kaminarimon Thunder Gate and a 3-minute walk from Asakusa Subway Station. The Japanese-style accommodation offers in-room massage services and free Wi-Fi at the lobby.
Featuring tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding, each room is equipped with a TV and an electric kettle. The en suite bathroom comes with toiletries and a bathtub.
The lobby has a dining area with a microwave and free coffee/tea. Coin-operated laundry machines are on offer as well.
Mikawaya Ryokan is 350 yards from the Senso-ji Temple. The Akihabara, Ueno and Ginza areas are less than a 10-minute train ride from Asakusa Subway Station.
This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more
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- What is a ryokan?
- A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. They usually feature public baths, multi-course 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 travellers has evolved into a popular destination for relaxation in therapeutic mineral springs.
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- What are the major differences between a ryokan and a hotel?
- Unlike a hotel, where the guest room is simply a place to turn in for the night, a ryokan is more than just an accommodation place to sleep. In Japan, many travellers journey long distances solely for the purpose of relaxing in a hot spring bath and feasting on a traditional multi-course dinner – thus making staying at a ryokan an experience in and of itself. These ryokans typically have Japanese-style rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon beds, instead of Western beds and carpeting. In addition, you remove your shoes at the entrance of the accommodation, or before you enter the room. Modern ryokan may serve buffet-style meals in a dining area, while a more traditional ryokan serves in-room dinners. Some ryokan rooms may come with a private bathroom, while others will only have a shared public bathroom.
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- What is a kaiseki meal?
- Kaiseki is the culinary highlight at a ryokan, embodied in beautifully presented dishes that delight both the palate and the eyes. Each of the 10 to 15 dishes that make up the multi-course Japanese dinner is prepared in such a way that highlights the unique textures, colours, and flavours of the featured seasonal ingredients and local specialties. Served most commonly at special restaurants and ryokan, a traditional kaiseki dinner usually consists of bite-sized appetizers, fresh sashimi (raw fish), soup, grilled fish or meat, a hot pot dish, rice with miso soup, and a small dessert.
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- What is a yukata?
- Yukata is a casual summer kimono typically made of light cotton. Many ryokans offer guests yukata robes during their stay. In some areas, it is common to see guests strolling through the neighbourhood in their yukata. The loose-fitting garment is perfect for relaxing and sleeping in.
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- How to wear a yukata
- First, put your arms through the sleeves like you would with a shirt. 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 levelled at your ankle. 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 is 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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- Bathing procedures and etiquette
- At a public bath – onsen or not – guests are expected to shed all their clothes 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 must not put towels in the water.
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- Why are tattoos not allowed?
- While tattoos have become more popular among the youth of Japan, many Japanese people still associate them with outlaws and organized crime. Nowadays, not all businesses ban customers with tattoos, but you may still be refused admission to public baths and swimming pools. Small tattoos may be covered up using waterproof plasters, but keep in mind that each property has the final say on what’s acceptable.
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See what guests loved the most:
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Veronica
Australia
“Loved the traditional room and the view over the walkway to the temple. Great people watching. Very easy access via train from Narita. Lots of shops and places to eat near by as well as temple”
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José
Switzerland
“Very nice, warm and welcoming staff! Beautiful room! And very well situated!”
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Justen
Japan
“The staff were really helpful and the location was great.”
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Peter
Australia
“Wonderful experience and close to the action of Senso-Ji.”
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Donmg
Italy
“ Simple Ryokan, clean and in Nakamise dori. Recommended!”
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Rue
United States
“The receptionist was helpful and courteous. The room was small but comfortable. It was close to Senso-ji Temple, but no vegan restaurants open after 7:30 in area.”
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Angela
France
“The staff was lovely and the location extremely good. The facilities were good.”
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Alexis
France
“This Ryokan is perfectly located, 2min from the Kaminarimon. There's lot of shops on the straight street to the temple, also lots of accomodations nearby which is helpful !”
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Christelle
France
“Un accueil très chaleureux et bienveillant en une période difficile de crise sanitaire.”“0” Read more
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Joanna
France
“Everything! Location was incredibly convenient for both tourism and transports. The facilities were comfortable, traditional and practical. The room was very homey and surprisingly quiet for such a busy neighborhood. I had a lovely view of the SkyTree Tower as well. Despite the coronavirus starting in the country right as I arrived, my stay in Japan was lovely. I managed to find masks for my daily ventures but the english-speaking receptionist generously provided me with one as well, as long as offering maps and even an umbrella. I've never been so well treated. Sorry again for my poor Japanese but thanks for your patience with me! If I ever come back to Tokyo I will most definitely stay with them again. ” Read more
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Asakusa Nakamise Street0 miles
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Kaminarimon Gate Senso-ji0.1 miles
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Dempoin Temple0.1 miles
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Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center0.1 miles
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Ekimise Asakusa0.1 miles
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Denboin Garden0.1 miles
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Hozomon Gate0.1 miles
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Nitenmon Gate0.2 miles
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Sensoji Temple0.2 miles
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Tokyo Skytree0.8 miles
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Ueno Station1.1 miles
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Tokyo Station2.7 miles
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Japan Imperial Palace3.1 miles
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Tokyo Tower4.7 miles
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Ikebukuro Station5 miles
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Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden5.2 miles
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Yoyogi Park6.3 miles
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Shibuya Station6.5 miles
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Shinagawa Station6.5 miles
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Metro Asakusa Station0.1 miles
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Tokyo Haneda International Airport10.9 miles
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Narita International Airport33.3 miles
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Ibaraki Airport47.5 miles
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Facilities of Ryokan Mikawaya
Great facilities! Review score, 8.0
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Parking
No parking available.
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Bedroom
- Alarm clock
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Room Amenities
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
Services
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children aged 6 years and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
There is no capacity for cots at this property.
There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Ryokan Mikawaya accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Please inform Ryokan Mikawaya in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Legal information
Private hosts
Hosts who have registered with Booking.com as a private host are parties that rent out their property or properties for purposes which are outside their trade, business, or profession. They are not officially traders (like a global hotel chain) and therefore may not fall under the same consumer protection rules under EU law, but don’t worry, Booking.com provides you with the same customer service as we do with any stay. This doesn’t mean that your stay or experience will be any different than booking with a professional host.
FAQs about Ryokan Mikawaya
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Ryokan Mikawaya offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
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Room options at Ryokan Mikawaya include:
- Twin
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Check-in at Ryokan Mikawaya is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Ryokan Mikawaya (subject to availability):
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Yes, Ryokan Mikawaya is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The prices at Ryokan Mikawaya may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Ryokan Mikawaya is 3.7 miles from the centre of Tokyo.
