Knowing next to nothing about getting into and around Tokyo, I feel like we got real lucky booking our stay at Tama. It's quiet, cosy and comfortable, the facilities are simple but well kept. Our host Eiko made sure we were looked after from beginning to end (we made two stops at Tama on travels through Japan) and worked tirelessly... More

If this is your first trip to Japan, please be sure to read the "rules" on the Tama web site- think of this as a family home & add both common courtesy and common sense. Don't be surprised if you're asked to wheel your luggage over the mat a few times - it's the same principle as taking your shoes... More

Me and my girlfriend spent a total of 9 nights at Tama Ryokan, and we would most certainly stay there again. The owners are helpful and friendly, and let you have your privacy. After a long day of activity, it was always nice to come "home" to the room for rest. It's a small place, close to the subway, and... More

I felt very welcome coming to this place! And considering what you're paying it's such a good value!! It's about a five minute walk from the station, which has both subway line and the JR Yamanote line. I loved the duvet and the futon, quit big rooms (i was traveling alone tho..) and everything was clean! Would come back and... More

This is not a big, modern hotel, but rather a small, family run guesthouse. The website is very open at describing the limitations of the accommodation, e.g. shared toilet and shower facilities. The sink to brush your teeth is a communal 'trough' in the corridor. We arrived about 11.30pm, were greeted warmly, and given the tour. The beds had been... More

Staying here is like being welcomed into a homestay. The lady owner/manager was so so friendly to me, even when I arrived late (9:30ish pm) and showed me around the whole place. This is not at all luxury accommodation and as the website notes there are certain rules that should be followed which are explained when you arrive. It is... More

Whenever I visit Japan I stay in Tama Ryokan. Besides good prices, Tama Ryokan offers traditional Japanese tatami rooms. It is also located at a very convenient place, about 3-5 min walk from JR station, and 1 min from subway. Service is very friendly and one feels not like living in a hotel, but more like in Japanese home. I... More

We were on a study trip to Tokyo+Kyoto, and stayed in Tama Ryokan for the Tokyo part of the trip. For Japanese Minshuku/Ryokan style of accommodation this one is hard to beat for the price ;) Tatami rooms. Pros: Central location close to Yamanote line and subway, nice Japanese-style rooms, quiet and peaceful. Cons: Not near Shinjuku station, albeit within... More

I stayed here for 9nights and had a lovely time. My room was quiet, the toilet and shower always clean and it was so private at times I felt I was the only one there. I would highly recommend this ryokan if you're travelling solo or in a couple. The neighbourhood has everything you need in regards to restaurants, convenience... More