Mitsui Garden Hotel Ueno – A Favorite for Families in Tokyo

The hotel operates the restaurant Bosco il Chianti, which serves a daily breakfast buffet with a mix of local Japanese and Western dishes. The restaurant specializes in contemporary cooking inspired by Italian cuisine, offering a different culinary option for guests. During dinner, the restaurant transforms into an Italian-inspired dining venue.

Each room at Mitsui Garden Hotel Ueno is equipped with a 40-inch LCD TV, an air purifier/humidifier, a refrigerator, and a tea/coffee maker. Thoughtful in-room touches include pajamas and Japanese tea provided for guests. Select rooms feature a panda theme with panda-print linens, shower curtains, and a small panda plush to take home.

The hotel is located a 2-minute walk from Ueno Station, providing direct access to the Keisei Skyliner for a 40-minute trip to Narita International Airport. Within walking distance are Ueno Park, the Tokyo National Museum, and the Ameyoko Shopping Street with its many restaurants and shops. The Ginza Line metro entrance is directly outside the hotel, offering quick connections to central Tokyo.

Guests have access to self-service laundry facilities with washer/dryer combos located on three floors (3F, 8F, and 13F), with machine status viewable on the in-room TV. The hotel offers massage services and luggage storage, including the ability to leave bags after checkout on the same day. A 24-hour front desk and 24-hour security with CCTV and key card access provide added safety.

Drink vending machines are available on multiple floors, and a convenience store (FamilyMart) is directly across the street for snacks and essentials. The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property and safety deposit boxes in each room. All guest rooms are non-smoking, with designated smoking areas available on certain floors.

Location: 2-minute walk to Ueno Station & metro

Transport: 40-minute direct train to Narita Airport

Dining: Bosco il Chianti Italian contemporary restaurant

Rooms: Panda-themed rooms with air purifiers

Laundry: Self-service washer/dryer on 3 floors