Mimaru Hotels Mimaru, Hotel, Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto

Picking a hotel in Japan can be a daunting task. With many accommodation options in Japan on the smaller side, it can be difficult finding a spacious room if you’re travelling with family or a group of friends. So for a unique, comfortable stay, check out Apartment Hotel MIMARU. The group offers spacious and creative apartment-style hotel rooms in top sightseeing areas across Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto. The rooms are also ideal for medium- to long-term stays, as they come equipped with proper kitchens, dining areas and living spaces for a relaxing time. What’s more, MIMARU is more than just a place to stay. The hotels offer special perks and unique opportunities to enhance your holiday experience in Japan. At some hotels you get to partake in wagashi (traditional sweets) workshops while in others, you can stay in ninja- or Pokémon-themed rooms, and more. It’s the perfect hotel for tourists looking to immerse in local culture.

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MIMARU Tokyo Asakusa Station

Whether you’re a first time or repeat visitor to Tokyo, MIMARU Tokyo Asakusa Station can’t be beat. Rooms boast gorgeous views of the nearby Sumida River and you can have your pick from family apartment-style rooms to theatre suites fitted with movie projectors. If you’re looking to tour nearby sights, you’re close to some of Tokyo’s major attractions including Sensoji Temple, Tokyo Skytree and the Ryogoku sumo area. Asakusa Station is a short one-minute walk away, and you can easily stroll through other nearby neighbourhoods including Kuramae and Kappabashi kitchen town.

MIMARU Tokyo Shinjuku West

While staying in Shinjuku can be a busy experience, MIMARU Tokyo Shinjuku West is the epitome of relaxation. The hotel offers spacious rooms that can accommodate up to six people, while there are also family apartments with bunk beds. One of the best things about this MIMARU location is the short 15-minute walk to the beautiful Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. For long-term guests, the slice of greenery in central Tokyo is the perfect place to find some peace and relaxation. Plus, you’re not far from the rest of the city as you can connect to multiple train lines at Shinjuku Station.

MIMARU Tokyo Ginza East

MIMARU Tokyo Ginza East is steeped in local culture with rooms featuring tasteful Japanese design touches. Take your pick between a Western-style room with beds or a Japanese-style room with futon beds on tatami flooring. The hotel also houses one of MIMARU’s famous Pokémon-themed rooms. Shoppers will love being just minutes away from all the great shops and boutiques in Ginza, while foodies will appreciate the short 15-minute walk to the iconic Tsukiji Outer Market. Additionally, the hotel is less than ten minutes’ walk away from five different train stations, so you can easily access Tokyo’s many great attractions.

MIMARU Tokyo Ueno Okachimachi

If you’re travelling in a group, MIMARU Tokyo Ueno Okachimachi offers spacious rooms that can fit up to eight people. Add some fun to your trip and choose the ninja-themed room that’s decked out with appropriate décor including traditional ukiyo-e-style ninja art and scrolls hanging on the walls. You can even order-in sushi to enjoy at the room’s special sushi counter. The hotel is just a five-minute stroll from Ueno Park, or a three-minute walk away from Ueno Okachimachi Station, where you can easily connect to the rest of central Tokyo.

MIMARU Tokyo Ueno East

MIMARU Tokyo Ueno East is ideal for families with young and older kids. The hotel offers child-safe rooms as well as MIMARU’s popular Pokémon-themed room complete with a giant, cuddly Snorlax. Just a three-minute walk from Ueno Station, the location is super convenient for sightseeing. Nearby attractions include the lively Ameyoko Market filled with a variety of shops and restaurants, as well as Ueno Park, home to Ueno Zoo and some of Tokyo’s top museums.

Ueno Station (3-minute walk)

Up to 8 guests

Ueno Okachimachi Station (3-minute walk)

Up to 8 guests

Shintomicho Station (4-minute walk)

Up to 6 guests

MIMARU Osaka Shinsaibashi West

Treat yourself to a stylish stay at MIMARU Osaka Shinsaibashi West. All the rooms were designed in collaboration with Italian artists and they showcase a unique blend of Eastern and Western styles. Selected guest rooms can house up to nine people – there’s even a special room with a projector to create your own private theatre. Situated in Osaka’s Shinsaibashi neighbourhood, the hotel is near many independent shops and cafés. Additionally, the hotel makes for a great base for those checking in for mid- to long-term stays. There’s a supermarket nearby and you can find lots of shopping and entertainment in nearby Namba.

MIMARU Osaka Namba North

MIMARU Osaka Namba North is located in the heart of the city close to the dazzling Dotonbori and Namba neighbourhoods, as well as trendy shopping districts such as Horie and America-mura. Rooms are tastefully decorated with Japanese designs and there’s even a Pokémon-themed room here. Another highlight of the hotel is its lively lobby. Have fun trying out sumo wrestling or classic Japanese games such as ring toss. Plus, the hotel is less than a ten-minute walk from four different train stations.

MIMARU Suites Kyoto Shijo

The rooms at MIMARU Suites Kyoto Shijo are either two- or three-bedroom suites, making it a great choice for travellers with families and older children who wish to have some privacy. The apartment-style suites also feature spacious living and dining areas that can be shared by everyone. Conveniently, the hotel is less than ten minutes by train from Kyoto Station and you can easily access some of Kyoto’s best sights including the stunning hillside Kiyomizu-dera and the charming Higashiyama neighbourhood filled with shops, cafés and restaurants.

Shijo Station (3-minute walk)

Up to 6 guests

MIMARU Kyoto Shinmachi Sanjo

Want to experience Kyoto’s traditional side? Stay at MIMARU Kyoto Shinmachi Sanjo. The hotel’s quiet location makes it ideal for long-term stays and there’s plenty of space if you’re travelling in a group as some rooms can fit up to nine people. Tucked away in the serene backstreets of Karasuma, the hotel is perfectly placed for you to catch the annual Gion Matsuri in July. During the festival, you'll be able to see stunning floats as they parade down the streets. The hotel is also within walking distance of Nijo Castle and the city’s famed Nishiki Market.

Karasuma-Oike Station (5-minute walk)

Up to 9 guests

MIMARU Kyoto Station

If you’re looking for ease and convenience, MIMARU Kyoto Station is perfect for you. Located across from Kyoto Station, the hotel is ideal for those looking to explore the ancient city as well as the Kansai region. Rooms range from family-style apartments with bunk beds and city views to calming abodes with a private Japanese-style garden. The best part about being so close to Kyoto Station is that you can take many day trips to popular nearby destinations including Lake Biwa, Kobe, Nara and even the historical Himeji Castle in Hyogo prefecture.

Kyoto Station (1-minute walk)

Up to 10 guests

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Nearby attractions: Kyoto Tower Shosei-en Garden Higashi Hongan-ji Temple

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The central MIMARU hotels are perfect for families and groups, long-term stays, and those who like spacious rooms

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Yotsubashi Station (4-minute walk)

Up to 4 guests

Find the perfect MIMARU apartment hotels for your travels in Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto

Nearby attractions: Ueno Zoo Tokyo National Museum Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

Nearby attractions: Ueno Park Ameyoko Market 2k540 Aki-Oka Artisan

Nearby attractions: Tsukiji Outer Market Kabukiza Mitsukoshi Ginza

Tochomae Station (8-minute walk)

Up to 6 guests

Nearby attractions: Shinjuku Gyoen Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observatory New National Theatre, Tokyo

Asakusa Station (1-minute walk)

Up to 8 guests

Nearby attractions: Sensoji Temple Nakamise Shopping Street Sumida River

Nearby attractions: Nijo Castle Nishiki Market Kyoto International Manga Museum

Nearby attractions: Honzan Bukko-ji Temple Higashiyama district Kiyomizu-dera

Nearby attractions: Dotonbori America-mura Hozenji Yokocho

Yotsubashi Station (2-minute walk)

Up to 9 guests

Nearby attractions: Shinsaibashi Shopping Street Triangle Park Mitsu Hachimangu Shrine

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Nearby attractions: Ueno Zoo Tokyo National Museum Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

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Nearby attractions: Sensoji Temple Nakamise Shopping Street Sumida River

Nearby attractions: Shinsaibashi Shopping Street Triangle Park Mitsu Hachimangu Shrine

Nearby attractions: Dotonbori America-mura Hozenji Yokocho

Nearby attractions: Honzan Bukko-ji Temple Higashiyama district Kiyomizu-dera

Nearby attractions: Nijo Castle Nishiki Market Kyoto International Manga Museum

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