✨ Highlights
Pencil House is a rare, architect-designed private home just minutes from Shinjuku Central Park and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government buildings 🏙️ Set across three levels, this unique “pencil house” offers an authentic Tokyo living experience in a compact but cleverly designed space — ideal for families or groups who want to stay together in one home.
Houses like this are extremely uncommon so close to central Shinjuku. While the footprint is narrow (true to the pencil-house style), the layout makes smart use of vertical space and has been carefully maintained over many years of hosting. It’s a well-loved home that continues to offer comfort, character, and excellent value.
🏠 The Space
Pencil House is arranged over three internal floors, connected by stairs. The design reflects modern Tokyo architecture — tall, slim, and efficient — offering a genuine local experience rather than a standard apartment stay.
This home is best suited for up to 7 guests, allowing space for luggage and a more comfortable stay.
Please note: there are internal stairs and one bathroom, which is typical for homes of this style.
🛏 Sleeping Arrangements
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<li>Bedroom 1: Double bed (sleeps 2)</li>
<li>Bedroom 2: Double bed (sleeps 2)</li>
<li>Bedroom 3: Bunk beds (suitable for children or adults)</li>
<li>Living area: Single sofa bed (sleeps 1)</li><li>Additional futon or baby cot included</li>
</ul>
All beds are made prior to arrival, with fresh linens and towels provided.
🍳 Kitchen & Amenities
The home includes a bright eat-in kitchen and everything you need for day-to-day living:
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<li>Gas burner</li>
<li>Microwave & toaster</li>
<li>Rice cooker & kettle</li>
<li>Fridge & dishwasher</li>
<li>Cookware, crockery, and cutlery for up to 7 guests</li><li>Complimentary coffee and tea ☕</li>
</ul>
Additional amenities include:
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<li>Washing machine</li>
<li>Washlet toilet</li>
<li>Balcony with views toward Shinjuku high-rises 🌆</li><li>Fast home Wi-Fi suitable for streaming and remote work 📶</li>
</ul>
There is limited luggage storage due to the compact design. For large suitcases or sports gear, we strongly recommend using Japan’s reliable luggage delivery services.
👶 Family Friendly
Families are very welcome. A baby cot, futon, and child-friendly amenities can be provided on request at no extra charge. We’re also happy to recommend a trusted English-speaking babysitter if you’d like an evening out.
If Pencil House is unavailable for your dates or your group size is different, feel free to ask — we manage other family-friendly homes nearby.
 
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Pencil House | Shinjuku | Close to Central Park

We had a great stay at the Pencil House, perfect for a family of five and in a great location. 
Ashley was awesome, meeting us at the house and helping us get settled in and helping us navigate the area.

Great stay for a family of 5

My husband and I truly enjoyed our brief stay at the Pencil House. It was in a great location and was equipped with everything a traveler might need. I was impressed with how clean and well-maintained it was.I wish we could have stayed there longer!

A very "sharp" pencil indeed!

The pencil house is located on a ideal place if you want to be in the center of Tokyo and want to be close by one of the biggest districts. (15 minutes walk to Shinjuku and 20 minutes walk to Shibuya). The hosts are very friendly and give you a personal welcome with all the info you need and way more! I would really recommend this place!

Ideal location for central Tokyo!

From the moment Ash met us to when we continued with our travels a few days later, staying at the Pencil House in Shinjuku was a pleasure. The host explained everything thoroughly when we arrived and was in regular communication via messaging during our stay. The 3-bedroom, 3-storey home was spacious and had every amenity we could want. The location was a short 20-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, but the connecting Hatsudai station was only a 5-minute walk. Good food/convenience locations nearby as well, and with the heart of Shinjuku only 20-minutes away by food we wanted for nothing. Our Canadian family unreservedly recommends staying at Pencil House, and thanks Ash for his great hosting.

Pencil House stay was a pleasure!

Great location near Hatsudai train station. Location is quite central to get anywhere by train, taxi, on foot or bicycle. Host greets at the train station and showed us the house. Very a good stay in a cute 3 storey pencil house for our group of 3 adults. There is room for 4 adults + 2 kids (bunk bed) to sleep plus a small kitchen and one bathroom. Very clean and as per the pictures. Thanks Ashley and Tracey!

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