Ryokan Niko

9.0

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.0/10, based on 20 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	cyashitsu ryokan asakusa	9.5/10	669
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🥉 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	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
17th	HOTEL HOUSE LEE	8.8/10	314
18th	Ryokan Niko Current ryokan	9.0/10	20
19th	Ryokan Kamogawa Asakusa	8.7/10	1,187
20th	Ryokan Katsutaro	8.7/10	550
21st	Hotel Edoya	8.6/10	917
22nd	Mitomi inn 京急蒲田駅	9.0/10	9
23rd	Sakura Ryokan Asakusa Iriya	8.5/10	381
24th	Tokyo Private villa/near station/Ginza/Asakusa/Sky Tree/Louis House	8.9/10	4
25th	Kougetsu Sanso — Moon Villa in Tokyo	8.5/10	71
26th	NEW Hotel Komugi Skytree – modern Japanese-style guesthouse near Asakusa & Skytree 3mins, whole house rental perfect for large groups up to 14pax	9.1/10	1
27th	Ryokan Mikawaya	9.1/10	1
28th	Mori House In 西日暮里I	8.6/10	3
29th	民話の宿荒澤屋旅館 Atasawaya Ryokkan, a inn of folk tales	8.4/10	10
30th	Business Inn Haijima	8.0/10	5
31st	Taito Ryokan	8.1/10	79
32nd	Tama Ryokan	8.1/10	519
33rd	Chang Tee Hotel Ikebukuro	8.1/10	1,349
34th	Utsuboya-sō	5.0/10	2
35th	Sky Tree INN Ⅱ（晴樹宿Ⅱ）	8.0/10	120
36th	DP小山町Machida	3.8/10	2
37th	Nihonbashi Kakigara Ryokan	7.4/10	179
38th	Day Nice Hotel Tokyo	7.3/10	647
39th	Ryokan Ichinao	6.5/10	931
40th	Japanese traditional house.Ryokan in asakusa with 2bedrooms	4.2/10	79

Check-in from 2:00 PM

City Center Station Access Indoor Bath

Location

184-0004 Tokyo-to, Koganei, Honcho 5-24-28, Japan

Staff 9,0/10

Facilities 8,9/10

Cleanliness 9,3/10

Comfort 9,0/10

Value for money 8,8/10

Location 8,9/10

Musashi-Koganei AccessAbout a short walk from Musashi-Koganei Station for easy rail access across Tokyo.

Traditional Tatami StayJapanese-style rooms with tatami and futons give a classic ryokan feel.

Good Local WalkabilityRestaurants and everyday conveniences are reachable on foot around the inn.

Family-Size RoomsLarger futon-based room options make it practical for small groups or families.

Budget-Friendly BaseA straightforward, lower-key stay that suits travelers prioritizing value over luxury.

Simple ComfortsAir conditioning, Wi-Fi, and basic in-room amenities keep stays easy and comfortable.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsAccess is the main driver here: arrive in the afternoon, enjoy a tatami ryokan night, sleep locally near Musashi-Koganei Station, then use the next day for Koganei Park or onward Chuo Line travel. Two nights only makes sense if you want a slower suburban Tokyo rhythm or nearby museum and park time.

Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a simple traditional stay in western Tokyo near Musashi-Koganei Station, not as an onsen destination or scenic retreat.

Know before booking

No onsenThis is not a hot-spring ryokan. The bath setup is private indoor baths, not an onsen experience.

Limited destination appealThe immediate area works better for a short suburban Tokyo stay than for a long ryokan-focused retreat.

Bath size may feel smallShared indoor baths are private-use and convenient, but they are better for a practical soak than spa-style relaxation.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

On-site meal space for breakfast and dinner.

Doutor Coffee Shop (nearby)

nearbyabout 2 min walk

Nearby cafe for coffee, light breakfast, and quick snacks.

Choushimaru (nearby)

nearbyabout 8 min walk

Useful sushi option in the Honcho area.

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, arrive via JR Musashi-Koganei Station and take a short walk or brief taxi ride if carrying luggage. From the airports, Haneda is usually the easier choice, while Narita is workable but typically takes longer.

Musashi-Koganei Stationstation
390 mabout 5–10 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxi
This is the main station to target; it is the most practical rail access point for the ryokan and should suit most arrivals from central Tokyo.
Higashi-Koganei Stationstation
1.9 kmnot ideal on foot; roughly 20–30 minabout 10–15 min by taxiusually a short train or bus connection via local routes
A secondary JR option if your route naturally comes via Higashi-Koganei, though Musashi-Koganei is generally more convenient for the ryokan.
Tachikawa Stationstation
8.2 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–35 min by taxi depending on trafficabout 10–20 min by JR plus local access time
A useful regional transfer hub on the JR network if you are arriving from western Tokyo or connecting onward, but not the closest final stop.
Shinjuku Stationstation
18 kmabout 45–70 min by taxi depending on trafficabout 30–45 min by JR plus local access time
A major long-distance and city transfer hub; practical if you are approaching from central Tokyo, but you should usually change to JR Chuo Line services toward Musashi-Koganei.
Honcho 5-chome bus stopbus
160 mabout 2–5 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxishort local bus ride from nearby station areas; best checked locally
Useful mainly for local bus access within Koganei, but less convenient than walking from Musashi-Koganei Station for most visitors.
Haneda Airport Terminal 3airport
30 kmabout 50–80 min by taxi depending on trafficoften around 60–90 min with rail transfers
Usually the best airport choice for this ryokan, especially for domestic arrivals or international travelers prioritizing shorter overall transfer time into Tokyo.
Narita Airport Terminal 1airport
80 kmabout 90–140 min by taxi depending on trafficoften around 100–140 min with train transfers
Use Narita if your flight requires it, but expect a longer rail transfer than from Haneda and allow extra time for connections.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Traditional stay in TokyoIt offers a rare pure Japanese-style inn experience in Tokyo, with tatami rooms and futon bedding instead of a standard business-hotel feel. That makes it appealing if you want local character without leaving the Tokyo area.
Quiet Musashi-Koganei settingThe ryokan is in a calmer residential part of Koganei, which can be a relief after busy days in central Tokyo. Guests looking for restful nights may prefer this atmosphere over noisier station districts.
Walkable from the stationMusashi-Koganei Station is about a 6-minute walk away, making arrivals manageable even without a taxi. The area around the station also has practical conveniences like shops and places to eat.
Warm, personal hospitalityThe property presents itself as a long-running family-style inn, and review patterns point to especially strong staff service. This can make the stay feel more welcoming and human than a chain hotel.
Useful for local visits and examsIt is particularly well suited for stays tied to exams, family visits, business in western Tokyo, or nearby attractions such as Koganei Park and the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum. It works better for these purposes than for first-time tourists focused on central Tokyo icons.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not central TokyoAlthough access is reasonable, you are staying in Koganei rather than in major sightseeing hubs like Shinjuku, Ueno, or Asakusa. Daily sightseeing across central Tokyo will involve more transit time.
Shared bath setupAt least some guest feedback indicates the bath is shared rather than a private in-room bathroom experience. That may be inconvenient if you want full hotel-style privacy.
Old-school over luxuryThe inn’s appeal is its Showa-era, retro Japanese atmosphere, so travelers expecting polished modern design or upscale amenities may find it dated. Its charm depends a lot on whether you enjoy nostalgic properties.
Dining may feel limitedBreakfast is available, but dinner arrangements do not appear as flexible or extensive as at destination ryokans known for elaborate kaiseki service. If food is the centerpiece of your ryokan stay, this may feel modest.
Best for a specific type of tripThis property seems strongest for practical stays in west Tokyo rather than for a romantic onsen escape or a resort-like ryokan experience. Travelers chasing dramatic views, hot springs, or premium facilities may be underwhelmed.

Current position: 18th out of 40 ryokans in Tokyo-to.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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
17th	HOTEL HOUSE LEE	8.8/10	314
18th	Ryokan Niko Current ryokan	9.0/10	20
19th	Ryokan Kamogawa Asakusa	8.7/10	1,187
20th	Ryokan Katsutaro	8.7/10	550
21st	Hotel Edoya	8.6/10	917
22nd	Mitomi inn 京急蒲田駅	9.0/10	9
23rd	Sakura Ryokan Asakusa Iriya	8.5/10	381