Futaba Hotel

FAQ

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1. Check-in / Check-out

Reservation Requirements

Due to the amendment of the Inn Industry Law in December 2023, it is now mandatory for all guests to complete a “Guest Register.”
(Related to Article 6 of the Inn Industry Law)
This measure is aimed at disease prevention, allowing us to contact guests if necessary in case they are infected with specific contagious diseases or have been in contact with individuals related to such cases. Guests are required to provide the following information at the time of reservation or upon check-in at the hotel front desk.
We apologize for any inconvenience and greatly appreciate your cooperation.

  • 【For Foreign Guests】
    ➀Name  ➁Address
    ③Contact Information
    ④Email Address  ➄Gender
    ➅Age ➆Nationality
    ➇Check-in Date
    ➈Check-out Date
    ➉Previous Location
    ⑪Next Destination
    ※➉～⑪
    Name of accommodation or location is acceptable.
    ⑫ Passport Number
    ⑬ Presentation of passport image
  • 【For Japanese Guests】
    ➀Name  ➁Address
    ③Contact Information
    ④Email Address  ➄Gender  ➅Age 
    ➆Check-in Date
    ➇Check-out Date
    ➈Previous Location 
    ➉Next Destination
    ※➉～⑪
    Name of accommodation or location, prefecture is acceptable.

2. About reservations

3. Services

4. Access

check-in / check-out

When is the check-in and check-out time？
Check-in time is from 4:00 p.m. JST, and check-out time is until 11:00 a.m JST.
Early check-in and late-check-out are not allowed.

Check-in：
Please prepare your passport or residence card for everyone in advance, as you will need to present it upon your arrival.
Please kindly refer to our house rules and check-in procedure bofore your check-in.
>Click here to read the manual<
We will provide two card keys for your room.
The card keys are basically two, but additional card keys can be added upon request.
Please note that if you lose the key, you will be charged an additional 3,000 yen.

Check-out：
If you have moved chairs, tables, beds, or other furniture, please return them to their original positions upon check-out. We appreciate your cooperation.

Preparation for Check-in：
Futaba Hotel will send you an e-mail for guest entry when you make a reservation.
Please fill out the required information and return it to us.
If you are not comfortable with sending the guest list (personal information) online, we ask that you fill it out on the day of check-in.
In this case, please understand that it may take some time for check-in.

If you wish to submit your application on paper on the day of your appointment, please download the form below, fill it out, and bring it to the reception desk upon your arrival.
>Click here to download the information form (word file)<
>Click here to download the information form (pdf file)<

Is it possible to leave my luggage at hotel for a while before/after check-in/out?
Yes, we can store your luggage.
You can leave your luggage before check-in or after check-out.
In this case, please contact the hotel as soon as possible with details such as the time you would like to leave your luggage.

<Luggage check-in before check-in>
➀Please let us know by message that you would like to leave your luggage before check-in.
➁We will bring it to your room as soon as your room is ready.

<Luggage drop-off after check-out>
➀Please let us know by message that you wish to leave your luggage.
➁Please take a picture of your luggage and let us know in your message how long you would like to leave your luggage.
➂Your luggage will be kept in your room until your return time.
➃When your departure time is approaching, please send us a message or come to the front desk.

Is there any coin-locker around Nippori station?
Yes, there are a few coin-operated-locker at Nippori station.
<Googlemap>https://goo.gl/maps/kK2ZJoUtzGTe8RWP9
<Coin-locker info>https://coin-locker.net/nippori/
e.g.
service available from the time of the first train to the last train.
size of the locker small-35cm*34cm*64cm medium-35cm*57cm*64cm large-35cm*87cm*64cm
price small-400yen medium-500yen large-700yen

What is the check-in procedure?
When you check in, we ask that you fill out the information for all guests (name, address, contact information, occupation, etc.). Foreign guests who do not reside in Japan are also asked to present their passports and photo copy.

About reservations

Can I change my reservation details?
We will do our best to accommodate you. Please send a message to the hotel with your name, check-in date, and the details of the change.

How much is the cancellation fee?
The cancellation fee is 50% refundable up to 7 days prior to arrival and non-refundable after that. If you cancel within 48 hours of booking, you will receive a full refund, but only up to 14 days prior to arrival.

Can persons under the age of 18 stay at the hotel?
Yes, we accept guests under the age of 18.
At least one adult is required in the group.
If everyone in your group is under the age of 18, you will need permission from a parent or guardian.

Is the front desk staffed 24 hours a day?
Our hotel does not have a 24-hour front desk staff.
For this reason, we recommend that guests with special health requirements or those requiring special attention find other accommodations. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Services

Can I use the Internet?
Wi-Fi is available in all rooms free of charge.

Where should I drop off my garbage during my stay?
Please kindly refer to the following instruction.
1. Sorting rule
Separate waste into burnable and non-burnable items.
*Please note: Plastic bottles are burnable, Cans are non-burnable.

2. Disposal rule
After you sorted the waste, you either deposit your waste inside your room until the check-out day or dispose them at designated area shown in the picture with red circled.　It is acceptable to dispose of garbage every day.



🔵Disposal location for garbage produced during your stay.

Where are the remote controls for the room’s air conditioner and TV?
Please kindly refer to the picture below.

Is smoking allowed?
We are sorry, but smoking is not permitted in the entire building.
If smoking is found, you may be charged an additional cleaning fee.

Can I send luggage from Futaba Hotel?
Yes, it is possible.
Please contact us as soon as possible.
Please contact us in advance as we will need to know the destination, size of the package, and number of pieces.

Is there a parking lot?
No, we do not have a parking lot. However, there are some metered parkings around the hotel as below.

1.Coin-park Nishi Nippori 2 Cho-me 2
Address: 2-30 Nishinippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo 116-0013

2. Nishi Nippori 2 Cho-me Parking
Address: 2-17-4 Nishinippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo 116-0013

3.タイムズ東日暮里第10（Times Higashi Nippori 10）
Address: 6-59 Higashinippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo 116-0013

Is there a curfew?
No, it is available 24 hours a day .

Housekeeping Policy During Your Stay
For the protection of guest privacy and the safety of personal property, we do not provide daily cleaning services during the stay.
Rooms are cleaned after guests check out.
Please contact us if you require cleaning during your stay.

Do you provide meal services?
No, we do not provide breakfast or other meal services.
There are supermarkets and restaurants nearby.

Do you have laundry service?
Yes, laundry service is available free of charge.
A washing machine and detergent are available in the guest room.
Please use the bathroom drying system to dry your clothes and towels after washing.

Is printing service available?
Yes, we can assist you with printing.
Please contact us with a message of your printing request.
We will do our best to assist you, so please contact us.

Copy machines are also available at convenience stores.
Printing service is also available at convenience stores, FamilyMart and Lawson.
Please refer to the following URL for details.
Convenience Store Network Printing Service.

Also, you can use printing service at a convenience store, Family mart or Lawson.
For more information, please refer to the following URL.
Network print service at convenience stores

Are there any elevators?
Yes, we have elevators in the building.
Please note that the elevator is quite small and wheelchairs may not fit in it. Please consult with us in advance if you use a wheelchair.

Can I drink tap water?
We do not recommend drinking tap water directly due to the presence of disinfectants. It is preferable to boil the water before consuming it.

What if I want to call a cab?
Futaba Hotel will arrange a cab for you, so please send us a message as soon as possible.
To avoid congestion, please contact us in advance.


If you would like to make a taxi reservation on your own, you can request a taxi through a phone call or an app.

Phone:
Nihon Kotsu: 03-5755-2336
Daiwa Kotsu: 03-3986-3311
Kokusai Motorcars: 03-3571-2211

Are there vending machines in the hotel?
There is a vending machine in the building next door. Although it is not owned by our hotel, please feel free to use it.

Access

Where is Futaba Hotel located?
Futaba hotel is located in Nippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo.

How to get to Futaba Hotel from the airport?

How far is Futaba Hotel from Nippori station?
It takes 5 minutes walk from the the north gate, east exit. <Search on Google map>
Please take the east exit via north ticket gate.

What does the building look like?
The photo shows the front desk on the first floor of the hotel.