Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu

Helpful staff, pleasant room, lovely facilities, clean, great location!

I wanted to sleep in a Ryokan for my birthday, because I've seen them a lot in Animes and other Japanese movies. Also this was my first trip so far away. The staff was really friendly and extremely helpful. The lady at the counter showed us everything that was important for our stay, from using our room to how to get into the hotel. The room was very traditional. Not many technological stuff, even with normal non-technological toilets. The futons on the tatami mats were very comfortable and I think I've had my best night in this location. The location of the Ryokan is basically directly in from of the sensou-ji temple, a huge tourist attraction. Even with this the location directly around the Ryokan is very quiet and you can enjoy your daily baths in peace. The bath area is quite small, but has a huge impact in atmosphere and relaxation. The water was warmer than I was used too (almost perfect), which leaded to me being much more relaxed. The view on the tokyo skytree from the bath is amazing (men can see it at night, because the baths switching regularly). All in all it was perfect.

We wanted to take a bath in the morning since the morning times are between 7 and 9 am, but as we arrived at 8, the water was only lukewarm and it didn't feel like it was open.

Staying here was the perfect way to end my month long trip in japan. It was so comfortable, clean, the location is amazing, and the staff are the nicest! Especially, Takigawa, she was so helpful and kind! I’m definitely going to stay here again next time I visit japan.

Small but beautiful Japanese-style room, extremely friendly and helpful staff, excellent location (quiet but close to the action) and loved the onsen with a view upstairs.