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For travellers who want to experience the local side of Japan
At Nihonbashi IRORI Hostel and Kitchen,
we have a big kitchen and irori (the traditional Japanese cooking hearth/fireplace). Guests from all over the world gather around the irori to experience Japanese culture and lifestyle through food and casual conversations. Connecting places, people, and cultures. Stay in Nihonbashi, the town that served as the main terminal for Edo, the capital, as well as the rest of Japan for hundreds of years. Our goal is to be a bridge, connecting travellers from overseas with the local side of Japan.
＼Kirara in March cooking workshop (March 3, 2019)／
“Kirara” hold workshop on how to prepare the basic meal consisting of rice,soup,one side dish and pickles.
【Kirara in February cooking workshop 】
“Kirara” hold workshop on how to prepare the basic meal consisting of rice,soup,one side dish and pickles.
This workshop will be held at the hostel“IRORI Nihonbashi Hostel and Kitchen”.
“IRORI Nihonbashi Hostel and Kitchen”has a “irori (a traditional Japanese fireplace)” and shared kitchen spaces.
Kirara's cooking workshop features harmonious cuisine(Japanese traditional regimen) and zen vegetarian cooking.
◆You learn the basics of cooking and rediscover the joy of carefully cooking.
◆You cook through the five physical senses.
◆You cook brown rice or 30% polished rice in Donabe, the Japanese clay pot.
◆We use seasonings and ingredients by traditional methods.
◆We use as much as possible of pesticide-free vegetables.
◆Vegetarian & Vegan will participate also.
◆You find the essence of Japanese traditional regimen and zen vegetarian cooking.
※We use five pungent roots (in Buddhism or Taoism) by menu.
【March menu】
Spring flower Chirashi- sushi
Seaweed and gluten sheets clear soup
Simmered new potato with miso
日本のローカルな魅力に触れたい旅人へ
IRORI Hostel and Kitchenには 囲炉裏とキッチンがあります
世界中からやってくる人々が囲炉裏を囲んでコミュニケーションをとり
食を通じて地方の文化や魅力に触れる
IRORIに使われているモノがどこから来たモノか知る
その土地はどんなところなのだろう
いろいろな思いを馳せながら弾む会話
明日はそこにいってみようかな
IRORIを通してさまざまな場所・人・文化と繋がっていく
かつて、日本橋が地方と江戸を結ぶ拠点であったように
“旅人と地方をつなぐ”
もっとローカルな旅の拠点になるホステルです。
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IRORI Nihonbashi Hostel and Kitchen is your relaxed, cozy Tokyo hostel in descent size (capacity: 70+ guests) that excels at creating warm, friendly atmosphere within guests. We have enough space for you to enjoy your alone time, and two communal lounges for socializing. If you want to be able to relax and feel at home, but also meet and be friends with your fellow travelers as well as some locals, IRORI is the choice for you.
What it more, there are 2 subway and 1 JR stations only 3 minutes away from our hostel, making it very convenient to sightseeing spots around Tokyo. Direct access to both Narita and Haneda airpots is a big plus! We are also jam packed with amenities such as free Wifi, laundry facilities, no curfew, 24 hour keyless entry, lockers in all dorm rooms, two communal lounges, rooftop terrace, traditional breakfast, free tea and coffee, local drinks, and best of all, 1) IRORI fireplace and 2) large shared kitchen space in our 1st floor lounge.
1) IRORI means traditional Japanese hearth that is used for heating and cooking. In our lounge space, we have two IRORI and you can enjoy grilling fish, vegetables, mushrooms, rice cakes, marshmallows, etc. We offer traditional Japanese breakfast for only 500 yen, which includes a fish grilled in front of you on IRORI grill.
2) We also have fully equipped and large shared kitchen space for you to cook your comfort food and/or attempt to cook Japanese food. IRORI and the shared kitchen spaces are in the center of our lounge space, and everyday our guests from all over the world gather around them, creating homey and friendly atmosphere. Good food brings people together!
Free: Shower, Hairdryer, Hanger, Security Lockers, Shampoo, Body Wash, WiFi, Shared Kitchen Spaces, Kitchen Utensils, IRORI (the traditional Japanese cooking hearth/fireplace), Iron and Ironing Board, Rental Adapter, Ear Plugs, Hotwater Bag, Extra Blanket
Extra Services: Rental Towel ¥200, Toothbrush Set ¥50, Slippers ¥50, Laundry ¥200, Dryer ¥100/30min, Room Wear ¥300, Printing ¥10~/page, Traditional Japanese breakfast ¥500
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Please note:
1. Cancellation policy: 2 days before arrival:30%, 1 day before arrival:50%, Cancellation on the day or cancellation without contact:100%
2. We accept payment upon arrival by cash or credit cards (5% charge for Credit Cards).
3. Check in from 16:00 to 22:00, Express check out until 11:00. We can store your luggage free of charge from 7:00 to 22:00 on your check-in and your check-out date.
4. Non-smoking (Smoking area in front of the building)
5. Guests under 12 years old not accepted, and any person aged from 12 - 15 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
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Everyday we truly enjoy being friends with new guests from all over the world. We are looking forward to welcome you soon!
