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Sato-san's Rest

Arakawa-ku, Minamisenju 1-21-2, Tokyo, JP

9.7 guest rating· 269 reviews

About this hotel

Unique Accommodation in Traditional Downtown Tokyo

Sato-san's Rest, established in October 2015, is nestled in a charming shopping arcade in Tokyo's historic downtown.

Convenient Location and Transportation

Located a short walk from Hibiya Line Minowa Station and seconds away from Toden Arakawa Line Arakawa-itchumae Station, our hotel offers easy access to popular destinations like Ueno and Akihabara.

Comfortable Amenities and Nearby Attractions

Enjoy complimentary WiFi, 24-hour shower facilities with free toiletries, and the option to rent bicycles. Explore local eateries for authentic Japanese cuisine and browse through arcade shops for a unique shopping experience.

Book your stay at Sato-san's Rest for a memorable Tokyo adventure!

Rooms & rates

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 18 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 3 · 9 m² · 3× Futon Mat

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Adult only
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
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  • First aid kit available
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Key card access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Security alarm
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property

Location

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Arakawa-ku, Minamisenju 1-21-2, Tokyo, JP

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.7269 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Clean and well-maintainedA bit far from main areas
Cleanliness9.4
Service10.0
Location9.9
Room Quality9.5
Amenities9.4
Value for Money9.9

過ごしやすかったので、また来たいなぁと思いました♪

8.0

運営のご夫婦がとても気さくで優しかったこと。 商店街の中にあるのでご飯には困らないこと。スーパーも近い。 目の前のお店で出来立ておにぎり買えます。 バスタオル100円で借りれたこと。 食器を借りてご飯食べれたこと。 冷蔵庫に保存できる。電子レンジある。お箸類もある。

最寄駅まで若干だけ歩くこと…。 湯船ではないけど、シャワーで良ければ。

masako · JP · 2026-07-19

Guest review

10.0

La familia es muy agradable y confiable. Tiene lo basico pero limpio y muy bien. Las camas estan muy bien ubicadas y con bastante independencia

Javier · ES · 2026-07-14

Lovely hosts, lovely place, affordable

9.0

The family that runs this hostel is absolutely lovely! So kind and welcoming. The owner allowed me to drop off my bags before I checked in, and leave them at the hostel after I checked out. Communication was quick and accommodating. The place itself has a ton of great amenities available to guests. My favorite is the traditional Japanese tea area with free tea and coffee. Everything is comfortable and clean. The hostel is located in a long shopping mall, which made it easy to find. There’s a 7-11 and train station a few minutes walk away. I highly recommend Sato-sans Rest!

I stayed in the mixed dormitory which was clean and comfy, but I didn’t like that the curtains separating the beds are slightly see-through. The man next to me could see what I was doing—when I was changing, when I woke up and went to sleep, etc. That was a bit disconcerting for me. Every other hostel I’ve been to has wooden boards or opaque curtains separating the beds for sufficient privacy, and I think it would be great if this hostel implements that. As is typical with most hostels, this place was pretty inconvenient for someone on their period. The toilets and showers and sinks are all very spread out and the trash cans are tiny and only available in toilet rooms. I’m used to these problems in hostels, but it’s still something that could be improved a bit here. Lastly, the owner allowed me to drop off my luggage before I could check into my room and to leave my luggage after I checked out so I could explore the city without it. This was very kind, of course, but it stressed me out a bit that there was no secure place to leave my bag. The owner had me leave my backpack in the mixed dormitory the first time and in the lobby the second time (and the family was out, so there was no staff to keep an eye on my belongings). I think it’s great that the owner trusts the hostel guests so much, but I don’t haha. I think it would ease guests’ nerves if there was a coin locker or safe or some other secure spot to leave their luggage/valuables. Those are all quite small issues I had with the hostel. It was a very nice place to stay with amazing hosts and a lovely location. Very very worth the money

Eliza · US · 2026-07-11

Perfect authentic homestay with lovely people and great location

10.0

The authenticity of both the people who run the place and the place itself is extraordinary. We had the perfect experience, perfect value. The location is exactly what you need it to be for a multiday stay in Tokyo

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Mathieu · BE · 2026-07-06

Guest review

10.0

Well located in a local neighbourhood (there is a lovely outdoor japanese market nearby). The bedding is really very comfortable. Japanese house renovated and newly decorated but also with a very traditional living room. Very welcoming family and available for their guests Super quiet Perfect air conditioning

Matthieu · FR · 2026-07-05

Good to know

Payment must be made in full at the time of check-in.

Guests are advised to kindly enter all necessary information in the check-in sheet at the time of check-in, and be considerate to other guests. Guests who do not comply may not be allowed to stay, and no refund will be given.

The property will send guests an email regarding transportation methods to the property, once the reservation is confirmed.

Please be informed that this property accepts a maximum of 4 people per group, as the property can only accommodate 15 people.

When booking for 5 people or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Please contact the property directly for more details.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

No parking available.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children ages 6 and older are allowed.

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