TOKYO LITTLE HOUSE: 1948 home in heart of city

Note: Demolition work on the neighboring building began in early January 2026. As a result, some construction noise and vibration may occur during daytime hours (8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.), except on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. Tokyo Little House is an accommodation and tourist space located in a 78-year-old house at the heart of ever-changing Tokyo. Upstairs is a private residential hotel. Downstairs, a cafe and gallery. The space A refuge from commotion ---------- Built in a field of ruins in 1948, our little house watched the city emerge from the darkness of ashes into the glow of today's neon lights. The second-floor accommodation lets travelers experience a family home that has endured through seven decades of Tokyo's transformation. Tokyo Little House is one of the last wooden houses remaining in modern Akasaka. Home to our family for three generations, we renovated the second floor into a private residential hotel that evokes mid-century life in Tokyo. The living room retains its original appearance of earthen walls and tatami mats, yet offers an intimate view of the bustling street just below. The bedroom has been fully renovated with wooden floors, exposed rafters, and plaster walls. The small kitchen is stocked with cooking utensils and dishes. The toilet, shower, and washing machine are new. Guests are invited to enjoy a free drink in the first floor cafe, which contains a curated historical exhibit on postwar Tokyo and a library of photo books, old magazines, maps, and other rare documents that open a window onto the city as seen by those who lived through its textured past. Guest access The entire second floor is a private space for guests that may be accessed from the street by digital lock. The first floor cafe is open from 10-5 every day except Saturday, Sunday and holidays. Other things to note * The bedding consists of a queen-size bed, a sofa bed, and Japanese futons for the living room. Please check the floor plan and let us know in advance your preference for sleeping arrangements. * In the case of families with children, we can accommodate up to four people. Please inquire. * Please be aware that the living room and bedroom are connected in an open floor plan. The total floor area is 36 square meters. * The 70-year-old house has been retrofitted with insulation and new windows, but it is located at the center of a lively entertainment district. Groups of people can sometimes be heard on the street outside from around 9 PM until around midnight or later. The house has double windows and disposable earplugs are provided in case it is unusually noisy. Be note that light sleepers may be disturbed. * The second floor is accessible through a separate entrance from the cafe that is equipped with an electronic lock. * The stairs are quite steep and therefore the hotel is unsuitable for elderly or physically impaired guests. Registration Details Hotels and Inns Business Act | 東京都港区みなと保健所 | ２９港み生環き第９３号