My boyfriend, best friend and I stayed here for about 10 days. It was the most comfortable and beautiful space we have ever stayed at. The location was super convenient, quiet and pretty. There was even a shrine outside the front door! We would stay here over and over again. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

The Sumire house was an excellent find. It’s location allowed for easy access to the rest of Tokyo— and the relaxed nature of the Mukojima meant the hustle and bustle of the city disappeared while you were in the neighborhood. Great cozy little spot!

My group and I had a wonderful time in this house! It's very charming, and the hosts are very nice and helpful. The house is close to transit (bus/train), there's a Family Mart right next door, and there are a lot of really good restaurants and other interesting places in the neighborhood. We would all highly recommend this house!

Second stay and definitely won’t be the last. My brother joined me and we had a great time reliving some childhood memories with this charming home as our launching point each morning. Great location with lots of food options and close to two train stations.

Absolutely charming home. We really enjoyed our stay.

Great property, well situated with convenient access to transit, convenience store, and lots of restaurants and bars. Very nice hosts. Clean and comfortable place.

It as our first visit back to Sumire House since 2020. Lovely to see the neighborhood was still the same with most local businesses surviving and thriving. The little house is as welcoming as ever. Love the location and vibe. We had perfect weather for walking and enjoyed doing lots of that. It is a fun area to explore. Enjoyed every minute and we will be back. Thank you Sumire House.

We loved our stay in Sumida City! It was a cute property, very close to Family Mart and delicious restaurants. We would love to go again!

Our group really loved the location of this house! We used the metro every day to get around the Tokyo area and did a lot at the nearby Solamachi. My tall traveling companions had issues with some entryways but were able to figure it out. The house was cozy in the winter and worked well for us.

This home was perfect for us. The beds were comfy, the shower had great pressure, and the historical charm of the home was perfect. The owners were so great when we had to reschedule due to covid and provided great instructions for everything! Thank you for letting us stay!

Enjoyed my stay despite the issues with the virus . Small enough neighborhood to keep my social distancing up and most restaurants offer take out. Will come back again soon when things get better.

This property is a real find - a unique place to stay. It is on one of the many back streets of Sumida, very close to the Hikifune station, Family Mart, and many shops and restaurants. The house is small, but perfect for our family of 3 - comfortable beds, nice bathroom, and kitchen. There is traffic noise at night, but it didn't bother us at all. I highly recommend Sumire house and would stay here again!

This property is a real find - a unique place to stay. It is on one of the many back streets of Sumida, very close to the Hikifune station, Family Mart, and many shops and restaurants. The house is small, but perfect for our family of 3 - comfortable beds, nice bathroom, and kitchen. There is traffic noise at night, but it didn't bother us at all. I highly recommend Sumire house and would stay here again!

I really enjoy the experience of a home in a neighbourhood where people are living their lives...the traditional shops, grocery stores, restaurants and parks are easy and convenient for you too! There are two metro stops within easy walking distance...the big one at Tokyo SkyTree and a smaller neighbourhood station. The bus stops just around the corner and we used it for short rides. The convenience of The Family Mart just around the corner can not be underestimated. Communication with the owner is always punctual, informative and personal. I thoroughly enjoyed everything about this trip to Tokyo. Staying at traditional Sumire House made it special.

We stayed for a week in January. Great base to explore Tokyo. Easy 10 minute walk from station (Oshiage station next to Tokyo Skytree tower) and there is a train that runs direct to Narita airport. It’s a lovely walk through Sumida and across the river to Asakusa or you can catch a bus on the nearby road. I slept fine but there is some road noise especially in the morning but earplugs were supplied! A great supermarket is located 5 minutes away as well as a variety of local restaurants. A family mart is also located 30 seconds from the front door. If you want to stay in a residential area of Tokyo a bit away from the noise and crowds Sumire is the perfect place to stay. And the small shrine beside the house is a beautiful bonus.

We stayed for a week in January. Great base to explore Tokyo. Easy 10 minute walk from station (Oshiage station next to Tokyo Skytree tower) and there is a train that runs direct to Narita airport. It’s a lovely walk through Sumida and across the river to Asakusa or you can catch a bus on the nearby road. I slept fine but there is some road noise especially in the morning but earplugs were supplied! A great supermarket is located 5 minutes away as well as a variety of local restaurants. A family mart is also located 30 seconds from the front door. If you want to stay in a residential area of Tokyo a bit away from the noise and crowds Sumire is the perfect place to stay. And the small shrine beside the house is a beautiful bonus.

It was easyI to get to the house from airport. We loved the neighborhood and easily accessible train stations. Felt safe and comfortable. And the next door shrine is amazing!

It was easyI to get to the house from airport. We loved the neighborhood and easily accessible train stations. Felt safe and comfortable. And the next door shrine is amazing!

We loved staying at this lovely home in the middle of a wonderful neighbourhood. A lovely cafe nearby where we had several leisurely breakfasts - lots of places to buy groceries - close to the Skytree and Hikifune for subway rides. Just a lovely vibe here. The house was very clean, the beds were great. It is very noisy but the earplugs were a saviour! Shower is small but loved the warm toilet seat! Really no livingroom but the two chairs worked for what we needed. It embodied a history of a bygone era and I would happily come back again. The hosts were very communicative and attentive. Loved it!

This place is easy to get to from the airport Via Skyaccess to Oshiage station. There are two stations close by, Oshiage and Hikifune which make it easy to get to wherever you're going. The house is small but comfortable. There's plenty of space to drop your luggage, sleep, shower and do laundry. There is also a simple kitchen area with fridge, hot plate, microwave and sink. You'll have Family Mart right outside your door, plus a grocery store and 7-11 up the street. Now as for the noise factor, yes it is noisy in Tokyo. I wore earplugs at night and I slept just fine. This is not a good place for a tall person. I am 6 feet tall and I hit my head numerous times the first couple of days. It would be difficult for anyone over 6 feet to get around inside the apartment. The neighborhood is charming and laid back. If you like to walk, you can walk to Skytree and across the river to Asakusa. We spent one full day just walking all over Sumida and Asakusa. Overall this is great place to stay for a very reasonable fee. I would recommend it and I would definitely stay here again.

It’s been the fourth time at the Sumire house. Nothing can beat its authenticity and feel. Fantastic.

The property lived up to our expectations. The photos and description was quite accurate and we received excellent support when we asked for assistance in navigating the streets and transportation systems. We would choose this property for a future visit to Tokyo if it becomes possible. We found the property in good repair and well equipped. The property was in good repair and the dishes and cooking facilities were of good quality. The property was well supplied to meet the needs of a traveler.

Amazing house in Tokyo close to the Skytree making it easy to access all that Tokyo has to offer.

It was nice to spend a few days in this lovely place and the extra welcome at the train station was definitely a plus! Thank you!

All of us enjoyed staying at Sumida House. There was a very informative guide and any questions were quickly answered by the hosts. The bedrooms had plenty of room and the beds were comfortable. The only reason for four stars instead of five is there is a very busy road close by and it was quite loud making sleeping difficult. However this would not keep me from staying again but I would bring ear plugs next time.

Great location, great host. If we come back to Tokyo, we will be staying here.

Stayed here in summer of 2018 prior to this visit and was pleased to find it was consistently in good shape! Very convenient location next to two stations and several convenience stores and a supermarkey nearby. House was the perfect size for our party of three, but if you’re a family that’s a little bigger might be a tight fit. Beds are great, bathroom is clean and the aesthetic is very relaxing. Would always recommend!

We had been to Tokyo before and always stayed in the tourist areas on the west side of the river. This time we were interested in experiencing life in a Tokyo neighborhood and we found that at Sumire House. The house is old (immediate post-war) but well maintained and retains many traditional features. (Even if you’re average height you need to watch your head in places.) At the same time it has a modernized bathroom, washer/dryer, good wifi, and tv with many channels including a few in English. We enjoyed exploring the neighborhood, which had many small shops and restaurants. Like other reviewers we encountered many non-English speakers, but we found people were very nice and we were able to get by with our limited Japanese. (We avoided places where it looked like language would be an issue if they were very busy.). Although a little off the beaten path, the house is about a 10 minute walk to two train stations that provide good access to the rest of Tokyo. The owners and property manager were very nice and responsive. This house isn’t for everybody, but if you’re interested in experiencing Tokyo beyond the tourist zone we highly recommend it.

We loved our stay at this sweet little house in a traditional neighborhood next to a beautiful Shinto Shrine. Despite being older, it's very well equipped with a large bathroom by local standards, a nicely stocked kitchen with everything you need to cook and store food, and comfortable beds! It's convenient for seeing historic parts of the Sumida ward including Asakusa and many museums, situated close to a beautiful pedestrian and cyclist only bridge crossing the Sumida river. The very modern Skytree is also close by; along with restaurants of all kinds. The Hikifune and Oshiage(Skytree) train stations aren't too far, but expect to walk a little ways and plan your days. We had a great time and would highly recommend Sumire House!

We loved our stay here. The neighbourhood is really convenient and our host was wonderful.

This little house is an interesting dive in the history of Japan. If you go to the Edo-Tokyo Museum or the Shitamachi Museum, you will find the same architectural elements found in the house. That said, you can also have modern comfort. The kitchen, although small, is well equipped. At the time of our stay, there was only one armchair in the living room (instead of two in the photos). The Skytree tower is visible as soon as you leave the house. If you have the opportunity, go to the Kameya Bakery, you will enjoy!

For our two week trip to Tokyo, three of us (mom and two kids) stayed at the charming SUMIRE house for the first 10 days, ideally located in a residential area of Tokyo, within walking distance to Skytree station and a 10 minute bus ride to Asakusa. Please note that this location is outside of the more touristy areas, so plan to spend 35+ minutes by train getting to Akihabara, Ginza, Ueno, and more to Odiaba or Harajuku. You can order a cab or take Uber, but expect to pay at 3000¥ and over to these locations. Rarely will you find a rental of this character, situated next to a revered neighborhood shrine and steps away from a Family Mart where you can find anything you need. The night time can be a bit noisy with large cars driving by, and in the summertime the cicadas are quite noisy at daybreak, but this was not enough to deter us from renting again (will just bring headphones or earplugs). The home is small - the ceilings and doorways are very low (5’7” at the kitchen)- so I do not recommend renting with more than 4 people, or if you are over 6’ tall. The kitchen is nicely equipped, the beds comfortable, and the bathroom was nicely renovated with western convienences. We are familiar with Asian customs, but if you haven’t yet traveled to Japan, take note that the bath towels are not large or fluffy, so you may want to bring one or two of your own. The owners were very helpful and communicative by email, and the house provides a nice guide to the appliances and attractions. Overall, I highly recommend SUMIRE house if you are traveling with one or two people and want to get a true local experience in a unique home. Thank you Hide for sharing your place with us.