Cute little apartment just a two minute walk from the Higashi-Shinjuku train station. Instructions to get to the air bnb were crystal clear in the guidebook and the pictures were incredibly helpful.
The place was sparkling clean with little to complain about. Bed was SO comfy, I didn’t want to get out! Extra linens in the closet if needed. Bed has two outlet plug ins and side table does as well—very thoughtful. I read a previous review about the cold water. We made that mistake on our first night as well, but the water heater control is found on the wall in the kitchen area. It’s actually addressed in the guidebook but just as “heater.” Once we figured it out, we had zero complaints.
There’s lots of restaurants and mini marts right outside the air bnb, which make the location super ideal. It’s about a 10-15 minute walk from the heart of Shinjuku, which is great to see at night with all the lights. 15 minute train ride to the heart of Harajuku and 20 minute train ride to Shibuya. This is a great location.
What makes this air bnb so awesome is the host. On our first night, I realized I had entered the wrong check out date. We meant to leave the day earlier. Air bnb host was very easy and fast to communicate with. His replies were always almost instant and he approved my date request change hassle free. Next time I come to Tokyo, I will definitely be staying here again!!