Sharehouse in the heart of Tokyo. Make friends. Have fun. Experience Japan to the fullest.
Francis' last night here
Dinner with residents
Someone forgot to close the door 😭
How many can you eat?
Takoyaki party @ the common area
Live, work, laugh, repeat.
Dive into the heart of Tokyo, where every moment is an invitation to connect, explore, and create unforgettable memories. Edo Tokyo Apartment is your gateway to authentic Japanese living—a place where strangers become family and every day is a new adventure.
Welcoming new guests
Chilling after an impromptu music night
Your Social Playground
Embrace the true essence of Japanese community living. Private rooms that offer your personal sanctuary. Shared spaces designed to spark conversations and friendships. Cultural exchange nights, local exploration groups, and spontaneous city adventures Perfect for travelers, international students, and cultural enthusiasts seeking genuine connections.
What's Included
Living here
At Edo Tokyo Apartment, life happens between shared meals, late-night conversations, and impromptu city explorations.
Discover Japan not as a tourist, but as a local—with friends who become your Tokyo family. Make memories. Break barriers. Belong.
Welcome home to your Tokyo adventure 🙇♂️
The buildings are nostalgic looking. Built in Showa era and renovated. Please respect the quality of the old house.
One of the buildings is facing Sumo-beya (Sumo wrestler training house). You may hear them training early in the morning. Please understand that it might disturb you.
A traveller in Japan enjoying a quiet morning in our Edo-style room.
Private Rooms
We renovated a Showa era house to bring the feeling of living in old Japan to modern day Tokyo.
Our rooms have bunk beds, but are private and not shared.
Prices above do not include utilities. These are based on individual usage and are calculated monthly.
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Moving In
We require a deposit of one month's rent when you check in. The only fee we charge apart from utilities is a cleaning fee.
| Category | First month | Subsequent months |
|---|---|---|
| Service Fee | ￥0 | ￥0 |
| Internet Connection Fee | Free Wi-Fi | Free Wi-Fi |
| Gas/Water | Free for the first month | Split between residents (usually ￥3,000 ~ ￥5,000) |
| Electricity | Based on personal usage (usually ￥1,000 ~ ￥6,000) | Based on personal usage (usually ￥1,000 ~ ￥6,000) |
| Cleaning Fee | ￥5,000 | ￥0 |
| Deposit | One month's rent | ￥0 |
Our Location
Edo Tokyo Apartment is a 9 minute walk from Shinkoiwa station and a 1 minute walk to the closest supermarket while being surrounded by multiple 24/7 convenience stores.
From the airports
If you're arriving from Narita or Haneda airport, you can take the Sobu line express directly to Shinkoiwa station.
Reserve a room
To reserve a room, please fill out the form below
Contact
If you have any questions, please contact us at welcome@edo-tokyo-apartment.com
Sharehouse Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 16 rooms |
| Address | 4-1-8 Chuo Edogawa-ku,Tokyo 132-0021 |
| Transportation | Train, Bus |
| Travel Time | 14 minutes to Akihabara 30 minutes direct train to Shinjuku |
| Nearest Station | Shin-Koiwa Station (Sobu Express & Sobu Local Line) |
| Walking Distance | 9-minute walk to Shin-Koiwa Station |
| Building Details | Two, two-story wooden buildings |
| Minimum Stay | Minimum of one month |
| Nationalities | Current residents are 50% Japanese, 50% from overseas |
Facilities
All of the basics
Plus, events like Popcorn & Movie nights, and Takoyaki parties
Kitchen
Cooking utensils include frying pans, pots, cutting boards, and knives.
Smoking is available at a designated area outside.
The shower room is located outside the building. People used to go to a public bathhouse.
Neighborhood
There's a lively arcade shopping street on the way from the nearest station, allowing you to stay mostly dry even on rainy days. Along the way, you'll find grocery stores, bookstores, 100-yen shops, 24-hour izakayas, and a variety of restaurants.
Sumo Wrestling
Akihabara
Frequently asked questions
Will my room be private?
Even though are rooms have bunk beds, you will have a private room for yourself.
Will I be living alone?
Connection is one of our core values. Along with all the events that we host in our common area, we have a hostel community nearby.
Am I allowed to smoke?
Yes, but not indoors. We have a designated smoking space outside.
What is the best way to get to Shinkoiwa?
Although there is a bus stop right outside our building, we recommend commuting by train.
What is Shinkoiwa like?
Shinkoiwa is a fast-growing suburb in Tokyo that is accessible by direct train, but also far enough away from the city to be quiet.
Are pets allowed?
Unfortunately, we do not allow pets in Edo Tokyo Apartment at this time. Although we'd love to see your furry friend, we try to respect the allergies of our members in the sharehouse.
Do you have space to store a bicycle?
Yes, of course. We will show you our designated parking area.
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