Annex Katsutaro Ryokan

9.2

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.2/10, based on 1,426 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	cyashitsu ryokan asakusa	9.5/10	669
🥈 2nd	Tokyo inn Sakura An	9.7/10	65
🥉 3rd	New Open Rosenheim 旅館スイートルームB無料WIFI	9.4/10	1,317
4th	Takanawa Hanakohro, a Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World	9.4/10	360
5th	Nobori	9.7/10	53
6th	Ito Ryokan	9.4/10	209
7th	Annex Katsutaro Ryokan Current ryokan	9.2/10	1,426
8th	Ryokan Sansuiso	9.2/10	251
9th	寅ホテル御徒町 TORA HOTEL Okachimachi	9.2/10	182
10th	Ryokan Fuji	9.2/10	175
11th	Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu	9.1/10	2,839
12th	The Edo Sakura	9.1/10	2,332
13th	Mizu no Yado Asakusa	9.3/10	32
14th	Kimi Ryokan	9.0/10	164
15th	Asakusa Ryokan Toukaisou	8.8/10	1,255
16th	Andon Ryokan	8.8/10	757
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18th	Ryokan Niko	9.0/10	20
19th	Ryokan Kamogawa Asakusa	8.7/10	1,187
20th	Ryokan Katsutaro	8.7/10	550
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Check-in from 3:00 PM

City Center Station Access Old Town

Location

110-0001 Tokyo-to, Taito-ku Yanaka 3-8-4 , Japan

Staff 9,5/10

Facilities 8,9/10

Cleanliness 9,3/10

Comfort 9,1/10

Value for money 9,1/10

Location 9,4/10

Yanaka Old-Town BaseSet in Yanaka, a traditional Tokyo neighborhood with a calmer local feel.

Near Sendagi StationAbout a short walk from Sendagi subway station for easy city access.

Traditional Tatami RoomsJapanese-style rooms with futon bedding offer a simple ryokan-style stay.

Good Budget ValueOften praised as an affordable way to try a ryokan stay in Tokyo.

Family-Friendly OptionsSome room setups can accommodate up to four guests, useful for families.

Clean, Well-Kept StayReview patterns consistently highlight cleanliness and tidy room condition.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsAccess and neighborhood character are the main drivers here: arrive, settle into a tatami room, do an evening Yanaka walk, sleep locally, then use Sendagi or nearby Nippori for onward Tokyo sightseeing or airport transfer. A second night works if you want a slower Yanesen pace with Nezu and Ueno nearby, but longer stays usually waste time if you want broader Tokyo convenience.

Trip-planning verdict: A budget traditional-style Tokyo stay best used for 1–2 nights in Yanaka as a cultural neighborhood base, not as an onsen or resort ryokan.

Know before booking

No onsen stayThis is a city ryokan with traditional rooms, not a hot-spring retreat or bath-focused destination.

Limited luxuryChoose it for value, neighborhood feel, and Japanese-style rooms rather than premium facilities or high-end service.

Yanaka paceThe area is charming but quiet; travelers chasing late nightlife or major shopping may feel poorly based here.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Simple in-house meal space; breakfast is mentioned by some listings and reviews, but details are inconsistent.

CIBI (nearby)

nearby3 min walk

Popular neighborhood cafe near Sendagi for breakfast, coffee, and light meals.

HAGI CAFE (nearby)

nearby4 min walk

Design cafe in Yanaka, useful for breakfast, lunch, coffee, and casual local atmosphere.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, Sendagi Station is the simplest final approach on foot. If arriving with large luggage or using airport rail links, Nippori Station is often the most practical transfer point, with a short taxi ride or a longer walk.

Nippori Stationstation
570 m2 Nishi-Nippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyoabout 12-18 min on footabout 5-10 min by taxiabout 10-20 min depending on transfer and exit used
Very useful major rail hub, especially for JR users and many airport-rail arrivals; often the most practical station if you have luggage.
Nishi-Nippori Stationstation
630 m5 Nishi-Nippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyoabout 12-18 min on footabout 5-10 min by taxiabout 10-20 min depending on line and exit
Good alternative hub with JR and Tokyo Metro access; useful if your route connects better here than at Nippori.
Ueno Stationstation
1.8 km7 Chome Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyonot recommended on foot for most travelers with luggageabout 10-20 min by taxi depending on trafficabout 15-25 min by train or metro with a transfer or short walk
Useful as a major regional and Shinkansen gateway, but not the closest final access point; better for transfers than for the last stretch.
Sendagi Stationmetro
120 m3-36-7 Sendagi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyoabout 3-5 min on footnot usually necessarybest local metro access point
Best nearby station for the final approach; very convenient if you are traveling light.
Yanaka Ginza Entrance / Yomise-dori area bus accessbus
270 mNear Yanaka 3-chome / Sendagi 3-chome area, Tokyoabout 5-10 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxibest checked locally
Potentially useful for local bus connections within the Yanaka area, but less important than the nearby rail stations for most visitors.
Haneda Airportairport
20 kmHaneda Airport, Ota-ku, Tokyoabout 35-60 min by taxi depending on trafficabout 45-70 min by train/monorail and metro or JR connections
Usually the most convenient airport for central Tokyo access if flight options and price are suitable.
Narita International Airportairport
57 kmNarita, Chiba Prefectureabout 60-90+ min by taxi, usually not idealabout 50-80 min by rail depending on service and transfer choice
A practical airport if your flight uses Narita; rail access via Nippori is often the most useful approach for this ryokan.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Lovely Yanaka settingIt sits in Yanaka, one of Tokyo’s most atmospheric old-town neighborhoods, which gives the stay a calmer and more local feel than busier tourist hubs.
Very easy station accessThe ryokan is only a short walk from Sendagi Station and also within walking distance of Nippori, making daily sightseeing and airport access notably convenient.
Traditional room feelRooms use tatami flooring and futon bedding, so it offers a more recognizably Japanese stay than a standard business hotel in the same area.
Useful for longer staysOn-site coin laundry is a practical advantage if you are traveling for several days or packing light across multiple cities.
Warm, personal hospitalityThe property is often appreciated for friendly, hands-on service, which can make arrival, local dining plans, and general logistics feel easier.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Rooms can feel compactThis is a budget city ryokan, so space is limited and may feel tight if you have large suitcases or want room to spread out.
Not a luxury ryokan stayDo not expect elaborate kaiseki dining, a grand bath experience, or resort-style facilities; the appeal here is simplicity and location.
Futon sleeping is not for everyoneThe traditional setup is part of the charm, but guests who strongly prefer Western beds may find it less comfortable.
Shared-area city feelEven with traditional rooms, this is still an urban property with practical amenities rather than a secluded countryside inn experience.
Yanaka is quieter, not central nightlifeThe neighborhood is charming and peaceful, but travelers wanting late-night energy in areas like Shinjuku or Shibuya may find the location too subdued.

Current position: 7th out of 40 ryokans in Tokyo-to.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥈 2nd	Tokyo inn Sakura An	9.7/10	65
🥉 3rd	New Open Rosenheim 旅館スイートルームB無料WIFI	9.4/10	1,317
4th	Takanawa Hanakohro, a Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World	9.4/10	360
5th	Nobori	9.7/10	53
6th	Ito Ryokan	9.4/10	209
7th	Annex Katsutaro Ryokan Current ryokan	9.2/10	1,426
8th	Ryokan Sansuiso	9.2/10	251
9th	寅ホテル御徒町 TORA HOTEL Okachimachi	9.2/10	182
10th	Ryokan Fuji	9.2/10	175
11th	Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu	9.1/10	2,839
12th	The Edo Sakura	9.1/10	2,332