Find your way
to the forest cabin
MoriKoYa sits one minute from the Tsukuba Express — Tokyo's most direct airport connection. Three additional lines within 10 minutes' walk. Everything the city offers is closer than you think.
Station Walk
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〒111-0035 東京都台東区西浅草3丁目20番13号 — 3-20-13 Nishi-Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo · GPS: 35.7126°N, 139.7945°E
Tokyo from our door
MoriKoYa is at the intersection of four major lines. The Tsukuba Express — one minute walk — delivers you to Akihabara in 8 minutes and connects to Narita Airport. The whole city is measured in minutes.
Four lines, one minute away
MoriKoYa is positioned at Asakusa's transport crossroads. The Tsukuba Express — Tokyo's most reliable airport link — is a 60-second walk from our entrance. Three more lines are within 10 minutes.
Tokyo's most direct connection from Asakusa to central Tokyo — and the fastest airport link. One train gets you to Akihabara; one more transfer to Narita. Trains run to Tsukuba in the north and Shin-Ochanomizu in the south.
A single orange line connecting Asakusa directly to Ueno, Ginza, and Shibuya without any transfer. Tokyo's oldest subway — elegantly restored Art Deco stations. Ideal for museums, shopping, and Harajuku.
The Toei Asakusa Line runs southwest through the city — the key line for Haneda Airport and south Tokyo. Through-service with Keikyu means no transfer is needed for airport arrivals. Also links to Oshiage and Tokyo Skytree.
The gateway to northern Japan's most celebrated day trips. Tobu's Limited Express "Revaty" and "Spacia X" depart from Asakusa Station directly — no transfer to Nikko or Kinugawa Onsen required.
- Purchase at any Narita or Haneda station machine — English interface available
- Works on all 4 lines near MoriKoYa — no separate tickets ever
- Also accepted at konbini, taxis, vending machines, and many restaurants
- Welcome Suica (tourist version, no deposit required) — available at airports only
- Reload at any station machine or convenience store
- TX → Akihabara 8min, Shin-Ochanomizu 16min, Narita via N'EX ~65min
- Ginza → Ueno 8min, Ginza 22min, Shibuya 35min
- Toei → Oshiage/Skytree 12min, Shinagawa 25min, Haneda ~40min
- Tobu → Nikko direct 115min, Kinugawa Onsen 120min
Straight from the plane
Both of Tokyo's international airports connect to Asakusa with surprising ease. We recommend the train — it's faster, cheaper, and the approach into Tokyo from either direction is genuinely beautiful.
Airport Limousine buses operate direct routes to Asakusa/Tokyo Skytree area from both airports. Comfortable, no-transfer, and good for larger groups with luggage — though journey time depends on traffic.
- From Narita: ¥3,100 · ~75–100 min · Stop near Skytree
- From Haneda: ¥1,400 · ~55–75 min · Asakusa stop
- Book at airport counter or limousinebus.co.jp
- Runs every 30–60 min depending on route
At any airport convenience store (7-Eleven, Lawson), use Japan's Yamato Transport service to forward large bags directly to MoriKoYa — they arrive the next morning. Walk freely on your first day.
- Cost: ¥2,000–3,500 per large bag
- Bags arrive at hotel by noon the next day
- Ask our team to coordinate collection at booking
- A uniquely Japanese convenience — we highly recommend it
Door-to-door in comfort
Tokyo's taxi fleet is spotless, metered, and white-gloved. For airport runs, late nights, or groups of four sharing costs, a taxi is often the right call. Here's everything you need.
From Narita Airport: ¥22,000–30,000 · ~70 min
From Haneda Airport: ¥6,000–9,000 · ~50 min
From Akihabara: ¥1,200–1,800 · ~12 min
From Ueno: ¥900–1,400 · ~10 min
From Tokyo Station: ¥2,000–2,800 · ~18 min
From Shinjuku: ¥2,800–3,800 · ~25 min
All Tokyo taxis are metered — no haggling. Credit cards generally accepted. Night surcharge (+20%) applies after 10pm.
GO (ゴー): Japan's best taxi app. English interface, upfront pricing, card payment. Download before arrival.
Uber Japan: Works in Tokyo using licensed local drivers. International account compatible.
DiDi Japan: Popular with Chinese guests — Chinese-language interface, WeChat Pay accepted.
S.RIDE: Good coverage across central Tokyo, card payment, English support.
We partner with an English-speaking private car service for all guest transport needs:
Haneda pickup: from ¥12,000 (up to 4 pax)
Narita pickup: from ¥22,000 (up to 4 pax)
Full-day Nikko/Hakone: from ¥60,000
Full-day Fuji: from ¥70,000
Request at booking. Payment in cash or card on the day. 48h notice required.
MoriKoYa has no on-site parking. Central Asakusa parking is expensive. We recommend train travel during your stay.
Times Nishi-Asakusa: 3 min walk · ¥300/30min · max ¥3,000/day
Park-24 Asakusa: 5 min walk · ¥350/30min
Asakusa Parking Center: 7 min walk · ¥400/30min
Search Times Parking (timescar.jp) for real-time availability.
The city, from our door
MoriKoYa sits within walking distance of six extraordinary landmarks — and within 45 minutes by train of everything else Tokyo offers.
2 min walk · Free · 24hrs
Tokyo's most visited temple — best experienced at dawn before the crowds. Incense smoke, the five-storey pagoda, and morning silence. We provide a dawn walk map at check-in.
5 min walk · Free
The iconic thunder gate with its 700kg red lantern. Best photographed at 6am when the whole street belongs to you. Nakamise shopping arcade leads directly to Senso-ji beyond.
5 min walk · Shops 9am–6pm
250 metres of traditional craft shops, ningyo-yaki sweets, folding fans, and handmade souvenirs. Most shopkeepers have served customers here for multiple generations.
8 min walk · Free
A beautiful riverside promenade lined with cherry trees. Take the water bus from Asakusa Pier to Hamarikyu Gardens — a uniquely Tokyo experience. Extraordinary during cherry blossom season.
6 min walk · Free entry
Eight-floor building with a free rooftop observation deck overlooking Kaminarimon and Senso-ji. The views at dusk — Skytree silhouetted against a pink sky — are unforgettable.
10 min walk · Evenings
A lantern-lit alley of standing bars with yakitori smoke and Tokyo's oldest drinking culture. Order Hoppy (a non-alcoholic beer-like drink) with shochu. The real Asakusa.
8 min · TX Direct
Electronics, anime, retro gaming, and maid cafés. The most direct connection from MoriKoYa — one stop on the Tsukuba Express. Explore on the way back from the airport.
15 min · Ginza Line
Tokyo National Museum, Tokyo Zoo, and Japan's most famous cherry blossom park in a single neighbourhood. The museum's Japanese Gallery alone warrants an entire morning.
15 min · Toei Asakusa
World's second-tallest structure. Tembo Deck at 350m — on clear days, Mt. Fuji visible to the west. Book tickets online in advance to avoid queues.
35 min · TX → Toyosu
Barefoot through immersive digital art installations — infinite reflections, floating flowers, water rooms. Sells out weeks in advance.
35 min · Ginza Line
The world's busiest pedestrian crossing — best viewed from Scramble Square's observation deck at night. Surrounding area has Tokyo's best contemporary restaurants.
45 min · TX → Maihama
Disneyland and DisneySea — the latter widely considered the most beautifully designed Disney park on earth. Book tickets via official app only.
35 min · TX → Shin-Kiba
Tokyo's wholesale fish market. Tuna auctions at 5:30am require advance reservation. Sushi breakfast at the market-side restaurants is essential.
30 min · TX → Shinjuku
58 hectares of landscape gardens. Tokyo's finest cherry blossom viewing from late March. Alcohol is permitted — rare for a public park in Japan.
25 min · TX → Tokyo Sta.
The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace — free entry, extraordinary moat views, and ancient stone walls. Combine with the Marunouchi luxury district.
Beyond Tokyo, back by dinner
Asakusa's exceptional rail connections make MoriKoYa an ideal base for Japan's most iconic landscapes. Sacred mountains, onsen gorges, alpine resort towns — all within 2.5 hours.
2–2.5 hrs · Romancecar
Japan's defining view. Fuji reflected in Lake Ashi, volcanic onsen on the mountainside, and the Romancecar train through cedar mountain forests. Best as an overnight stay — we recommend two ryokan options.
Fuji Climbing (Jul–Sep): Highway bus from Shinjuku Bus Terminal → 5th Station
Total: ~2 hrs · ¥2,400 one-way
1.5 hrs · Shinkansen
Japan's beloved alpine resort town at 1,000m elevation — crisp mountain air, pristine forests, and elegant European-style streets. Lively in summer, extraordinary in autumn foliage. Shiraito Falls are unmissable.
Total: ~1.5 hrs · ¥5,490 one-way (reserved seat)
~2 hrs · Tobu Express
A UNESCO World Heritage mountain town of breathtaking Edo-period shrines, cascading waterfalls, and sacred cedar avenues. Tosho-gu Shrine's ornate carvings rank among Japan's finest architectural achievements.
Total: ~2 hrs · ¥1,360–2,800 depending on express
~1.5 hrs · JR Direct
Ancient samurai capital overlooking Sagami Bay. The Great Buddha, hillside temple hiking trails, and the freshest sashimi at harbour restaurants. Perfect for a full day in any season.
Total: ~1.5 hrs · ¥1,560 one-way
~2 hrs · Spacia X
A dramatic gorge onsen town north of Nikko. Ryokan hotels perch on riverside cliffs, with open-air baths overlooking the rushing Kinu River below. Combine with a Nikko visit for a perfect overnight escape.
Total: ~2 hrs · ¥2,600 one-way
~2.5 hrs · Shinkansen
Japan's cultural capital — technically a day trip, ideally 2–3 nights. Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama bamboo, and Gion's lantern-lit streets are extraordinary even in a single long day. Consider the JR Pass for multi-city travel.
Total: ~2 hrs 15 min · ¥13,850 one-way
Every MoriKoYa guest receives a personalised day-trip itinerary prepared by our team — printed, with train times, ticket recommendations, and restaurant reservations handled in Japanese on your behalf.
- Tell us your interests at booking: nature / temples / onsen / art / food
- We prepare a printed route card waiting at check-in
- We call ahead to reserve restaurants and ryokan in Japanese
- Private car hire for Fuji / Hakone / Nikko from ¥60,000/day
The JR Pass (¥50,000–100,000 for 7–21 days) makes financial sense only if you travel to multiple cities — Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, etc. For Tokyo-only stays, it is almost never worth the cost.
- Tokyo–Kyoto return alone: ¥27,700 — JR 7-day pass ¥50,000
- Add Osaka, Hiroshima, or Hakone: JR Pass becomes excellent value
- Purchase online before departure — no longer sold in Japan
- We can advise on your specific itinerary at booking
Asakusa on foot
Two routes to MoriKoYa — one fast and practical, one slow and extraordinary. Asakusa is a neighbourhood best understood by walking.
Take stairs or elevator to street level. You emerge onto Kototoi-dori, a wide tree-lined avenue with a konbini on your left.
Walk straight ahead on the wide pavement. No turns required. Pass the konbini on your left — good for stocking up on drinks and snacks for your first evening.
Look for the engraved 森 character and warm lantern light at the entrance. Use the doorbell or your digital key code. Welcome to your forest cabin.
The great vermilion gate with the 700kg lantern. This is the symbolic entrance to old Asakusa — and you're walking through it. Best photographed at 6am before the crowds materialise.
250 metres of traditional craft shops. Try the ningyo-yaki sweet cakes (¥200 each, fresh from the iron mould) and browse the folding fans and textiles. Shops open from 9:00am.
Pause in the courtyard. Burn incense. Pull an omikuji fortune slip (¥100). Ring the bell and bow twice. The five-storey pagoda is extraordinary in mist and morning light.
The quieter residential streets of western Asakusa. Small galleries, traditional lacquerware shops, and neighbourhood coffee bars that have been there for decades. This is our favourite part of the neighbourhood.
Everything you need to know
Our most common pre-arrival questions — answered in full. If you don't find your answer here, our concierge team responds in English, Japanese, and Mandarin within 2 hours.
Early check-in (from 11:00am) is available for ¥8,000 subject to availability. Late check-out (until 2:00pm) is ¥8,000.
If you arrive before 3pm, we store your luggage securely and provide neighbourhood recommendations to fill the time beautifully.
We also arrange luggage forwarding (宅配便 Takuhaibin) directly to Narita or Haneda. Leave bags at the front desk by 10am — they arrive at the airport by 3pm.
Step 1 — N'EX to Akihabara (~50 min)
Step 2 — TX toward Asakusa (8 min)
Step 3 — Walk 1 minute from TX Exit 1.
Alternative: Airport Limousine Bus to Asakusa area — ¥3,100.
Best route: Keikyu Airport Line → through-service to Toei Asakusa Line → Asakusa Station (~38 min).
From Toei Asakusa Station Exit A4, MoriKoYa is an 8-minute walk northwest.
- Haneda: from ¥12,000
- Narita: from ¥22,000
Please request at least 48 hours before arrival.
On the go: Purchase a tourist SIM at the airport (IIJmio, Docomo, or Sakura Mobile) or rent a pocket Wi-Fi device.
Daily: Use a Suica/Pasmo IC card for trains and shops. Cash is still required at temples and small traditional restaurants.
To book: Matcha Ceremony, Private Walking Tour, and Ikebana Flower Arranging.
☀️ Early Summer: Fewer tourists, lush green (Our favorite).
🌻 Summer: Fireworks, hot & humid.
🍁 Autumn: Perfect temp, golden foliage.
❄️ Winter: Cold but uncrowded, electric New Year atmosphere.
- Daikokuya Tempura (Legendary tendon)
- Pelican Café (Charcoal-toasted shokupan)
- Sometaro (Atmospheric Okonomiyaki)
- Asakusa Imahan (Sukiyaki since 1895)
- Hoppy Street (Yakitori & Izakaya)
Our team responds in English, 日本語, and 中文 within 2 hours on weekdays. We handle restaurant reservations, day-trip planning, and any pre-arrival questions — all in Japanese, on your behalf.
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