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Nestled in the heart of Taito City, Tokyo, **Ryokan Katsutaro** offers a serene escape from the bustling city life. This charming ryokan, with its traditional Japanese architecture and warm hospitality, invites travelers to experience authentic Japanese culture. Just a stone's throw from Ueno Park, guests can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature while enjoying the comforts of this cozy lodging.

At Ryokan Katsutaro, guests can choose from a variety of rooms, each designed with simplicity and comfort in mind. The **futons** are laid out on tatami mats, providing an authentic sleeping experience. Many rooms feature private bathrooms, ensuring that guests can enjoy their stay with added privacy. The ryokan also offers shared facilities, including a cozy lounge area and a coin laundry, making it a practical choice for both short and long stays.

While Ryokan Katsutaro does not have an on-site restaurant, the surrounding area is rich with culinary options. Just a short walk away, guests can find a variety of eateries serving everything from traditional **ramen** to delightful **sushi**. One standout recommendation is a nearby izakaya where you can savor grilled skewers paired with local sake, creating a truly immersive dining experience.

The ryokan's prime location allows easy access to some of Tokyo's most famous attractions. **Ueno Park**, just a short stroll away, is home to the Tokyo National Museum and the Ueno Zoo, making it a perfect spot for family outings. Additionally, the vibrant streets of **Ameyoko Market** are nearby, where visitors can shop for unique souvenirs and sample local street food.

One of the most charming aspects of Ryokan Katsutaro is its **hospitable owners**, who are known for their warm welcome and helpful nature. Guests often share stories of how the owners go out of their way to ensure a comfortable stay, from providing local tips to assisting with luggage. This personal touch adds to the ryokan's appeal, making it feel like a home away from home.

 It is renowned for its traditional Japanese hospitality and cozy accommodations.

 To experience authentic Japanese culture and enjoy the serene atmosphere.

 Ueno Park, Tokyo National Museum, and Ameyoko Market are all within walking distance.

Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an adventure through Tokyo's vibrant streets, Ryokan Katsutaro is the perfect base for your journey. Book your stay today and experience the charm of this delightful ryokan!

Straightforward rooms with futons in an unassuming hotel featuring complimentary Wi-Fi.

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This was such a great low key place to stay, my one tip would be not to leave your stuff in the communal area for too long as some of my things went missing (toothpaste and floss to be exact) but I think that’s on me.

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Overall, this was a fairly-priced sharehouse-like stay in a decent location.

The staff were always kind and helpful, and the check-in/check-out process were quick and easy. I saw that guests were allowed to drop off luggage early before check-in, and even to store luggage here after check-out if they were leaving Tokyo later in the day, though I didn't use either of these services myself.

The room was comfortable but minimal (as one expects in Tokyo). Most importantly the futon and blanket were quite comfortable, and the table, shelving, and coat rack were adequate for my needs. There was a small TV which I didn't use. In addition to a standard Japanese AC/heater unit, the window could be fully opened for temperature control. I was in the ground-floor room next to the door, so guests using the loud after-hours door lock keypad were slightly annoying, and guests checking out in the neighboring hallway made it difficult to sleep past ~08:30 AM.

The shower room, toilet room, and fridge are all shared, and there's only one of each like in a sharehouse, which isn't necessarily suitable for everyone. Using shared facilities outside normal waking hours can cause noise issues for others. The coin-laundry washing machine was unfortunately broken during the week I stayed here, but just a 5-minute walk away there's a nice laundromat with combination washer-dryer machines and an online machine status dashboard.

The location has its pros and cons. On the plus side, it's a very short walk to Ueno Park, which includes must-see attractions like the Tokyo National Museum. And there's a decent selection of restaurants and shops in the surrounding Nezu area, not to mention the Nezu subway station. However, it's a 15-20 minute walk to the much better-connected Ueno Stations (both JR and subway - don't get them confused!), or 20-25 minutes if you're carrying luggage and/or choose to only walk along roads (instead of going partially through the park).

I'd consider staying here again as long as I don't have too much luggage and my schedule isn't packed.

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beautiful cosy ryokan! we booked the room with private toilet and bath, and it was so spacious for us, especially since rooms in japan tend to be small. the room and ryokan was very clean. the owners are very kind and hospitable, everything went smoothly. i am so thankful and would love to stay again if i am back in tokyo!!!! the only thing to note is that the walls are thin so small sounds from next rooms can be heard, but i think that it is very normal and didnt bother us! the ryokan also had a coin washing machine and free dryer for use, so it was very convenient. the owners are so kind, they helped us to store our luggage before and after checking in/out as well. thank you!!

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I stayed here twenty years ago as a teen travelling on my own, and I stayed again this year. The ryokan is simple and charming, but the real gem is its owner, who is as friendly and hospitable now as he was all those years ago. The location is also excellent, opposite a convenience store, within walking distance of Ueno, and just five minutes from a metro station. I can heartily recommend this location, and will stay here again next time I am in Tokyo as well.

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We really liked this place as the room was very cosy and it was not badly located. Best thing was the discovery of a traditional hot baths just down the road. And if you are looking for Indian food the Khana Pina Indian restaurant run by Nepalese is not far away.

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