Stay in Ginza/Tokyo with Breakfast for Just ¥8,500!? ✨ Japanese Breakfast & Imperial Palace Walk 🌸

Stay in Ginza/Tokyo with Breakfast for Just ¥8,500!? ✨ Japanese Breakfast & Imperial Palace Walk 🌸

Tonight I’m staying at APA Hotel , super close to Tokyo Station♪ As always, I’ve packed the day with good food, a stroll near the Imperial Palace, and a taste of summer in Tokyo! The hotel is just a 4-minute walk from Exit 7 of Ginza-itchome Station on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line—super convenient even late at night. You can also get there via Kyobashi Station (Exit 2) on the Ginza Line in 2 minutes, or Takaracho Station (Exit A3) on the Toei Asakusa Line in just 1 minute. This channel features hotel reviews across Japan, along with sightseeing spots and Japanese food. If that sounds fun, please consider subscribing! Ginza-itchome, the east gateway to Ginza, is a quieter area slightly removed from the hustle of the 4-chome district, with hidden cafés, old pastry shops, and galleries. It’s a relaxing spot for grown-up strolls—less flashy, more about Ginza’s everyday charm and understated elegance. The hotel is just across the crosswalk up ahead. And suddenly, in this quiet spot, the bold APA HOTEL sign appears. You can always spot that APA logo, right? (lol) Here’s the price for a non-smoking single room with breakfast. The signature APA color scheme: orange and black. Orange represents energy and friendliness, while black adds a luxurious feel—designed to stand out in any cityscape, just as the founder intended. This is the closest APA Hotel to Tokyo Station, but since it’s not right on the main road, it’s impressively quiet at night. Big plus! Also, with direct access via the Toei Asakusa Line, it’s easy to reach the airport—no wonder it’s so popular with tourists! The lobby is as dazzling as ever. They’ve got self check-in machines that support all reservation platforms, so checking in is fast and easy♪ You need to tap your room card to use the elevator too—great security! Each floor’s layout is clearly displayed, which is super helpful. This hotel opened in 2013 and has 170 rooms across 11 floors. There are four room types: Single, Double, Semi-Double, and Deluxe. Check-in starts at 3:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. The pants press is conveniently located near the elevator, so you can grab one on your way to your room♪ Tonight, I’m staying in Room 417. Tap the key card to enter. The room is about 10–11㎡. Compact, but clean and well laid out. Most APA Hotels I’ve stayed at have had bold wallpaper, so I was surprised to see this one all white except for the carpet. The room isn’t very spacious, but the high ceiling helps it feel open—plenty of space for a solo traveler. There’s not enough space to fully open a large suitcase though, so keep that in mind. APA’s signature large desk is perfect for meals, reading, or getting ready in the morning. And yes, free water—thank you! Make sure to press this button to activate the fridge! (It’s a standard-sized one.) The TV remote… …and a flyer for a food delivery service called “menu.” There were paper cups, a glass, and some instant coffee. The roomwear was in the drawer! And surprise—so was the bed throw! The hair dryer is also tucked in here. The standard APA amenities are all here—electric kettle, deodorizing spray, and more. All the basics are covered. Trash bin, slippers, and shoehorn are stored under the desk. There are three hangers with clips and three without. Many hotels don’t offer enough hangers, so I really appreciate this♪ APA’s signature origami crane adds a touch of Japanese hospitality. You’ll find all the light switches and power outlets by the bed. Turn on every light and it gets surprisingly bright! Time for my usual pillow check! There’s a soft side, firm side, and crinkly texture—it’s like a choose-your-own-pillow adventure! Wait a second… there’s no A/C control panel? Found it! It’s on the wall near the bathroom. Usually APA hotels let you control the A/C from the night panel, but in this room, it’s wall-mounted. Let’s check out the bathroom. They’ve installed APA’s new unit bath: larger sink, angled counter, and a bathtub handrail. All rooms come with a bidet-style toilet. Paper cups, razors, hairbrushes, toothbrushes—they’re all here. But no cleansing oil or skincare amenities. The amenities use eco-friendly materials like biomass and recycled plastics. Also, cleaning during multi-night stays is only done upon request—part of APA’s environmental efforts. Rumor has it APA’s shampoo leaves your hair silky smooth♪ The tub is a unique egg shape—and uses about 20% less water than standard ones! The ultra-fine bubble shower head feels gentle on the skin and is said to have beauty benefits—water pressure was spot on! Let’s do the usual emergency route check. Always use the stairs in an evacuation! If you’re staying multiple nights and want cleaning, hang the green tag on your door♪ After my stay, I learned that this hotel will be closing in October this year. That’s such a shame.
*The final night to stay is Saturday, October 25, 2025. The floor guide follows APA’s standard layout—clear and easy to read with universal design. Let’s check out the facilities on the 2nd floor! Since there’s only one elevator, expect it to get very crowded around checkout time. Right after stepping out of the elevator, you’ll find vending machines, an ice machine, a microwave, one washer, and one dryer. The vending machine lineup is… pretty standard, I guess. But only one washer and one dryer for 170 guest rooms? That feels seriously lacking… By the way, the dryer costs 100 yen per 30 minutes for up to 5kg. And the washer is 300 yen per load (also up to 5kg). If a new hotel is ever built here, I really hope they install at least 5 washers and dryers! It’s a little sad knowing this will be the last time I see this building…
But honestly, my mind’s already on dinner! 😋 I searched for a place within a 10-minute walk from the hotel, and ended up choosing Tsujita♪ Founded in 2005 in Kanda Ochanomizu, Tokyo, it’s known as a pioneer of rich tonkotsu-fish tsukemen. They expanded overseas in 2011, and now have locations in LA, New Jersey, Texas, and Houston. The warm wooden counter adds both cleanliness and comfort—just being here builds anticipation for the tsukemen. So many menu options… I can’t decide! You order via ticket machine. I’m keeping it simple tonight with the classic “rich tsukemen.” The founder of Tsujita believes that great ramen isn’t just about the food—it’s about the atmosphere and service too. They’ve designed the space so even while waiting at the counter, you feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. Here it is—my tsukemen has arrived! A squeeze of sudachi citrus adds a refreshing touch, making it easier to enjoy the rich noodles. These special thick noodles look like they’ll soak up the soup perfectly. The soup is made from pork bones, chicken stock, seafood, kelp, veggies, and more—simmered for over a full day. Let’s dig in. Just as I expected—rich, fish-based broth clings to the chewy noodles beautifully. So good♪ I also tried the soup-wari, where they dilute the soup with hot water. The umami from the dashi really stood out—delicious! That was amazing. Thank you for the meal. Next time, I definitely want to try one of their ramen dishes too! Back at the hotel—time for a roomwear check♪ This loungewear has a bit of a yukata vibe—it’s APA Hotel’s original design, made for relaxing comfortably. Good night. Good morning!
Breakfast starts at 6:30, so I’m heading there now. The breakfast is served at “Kyushu Izakaya Katete” on the first floor. It’s a gentle Japanese buffet focused on Kyushu-style side dishes. Mentaiko, spicy takana… these little dishes definitely give off that Fukuoka flavor! They also have salad, simmered dishes, and more—looks very promising. Found some kinpira! Packed with fiber♪ And just a little macaroni salad, too. It’s been years since I’ve had simmered bamboo shoots like this.
The hijiki and soybeans totally remind me of home—I love this kind of dish. Fried chicken!!! Of course I’m getting some!!! One piece… no, make it two!! I wonder—are *gameni* and *chikuzen-ni* basically the same dish? Tamagoyaki (rolled omelet) is a classic breakfast staple♪ Breakfast is served from 6:30 to 10:00 (last entry at 9:30).
Even if you’re not staying at the hotel, you can enjoy it for 1,500 yen for adults and 600 yen for kids. There are 28 seats, and they also serve lunch and dinner.
I wonder what will happen to the place after the APA Hotel closes… I made my own custom breakfast plate, and both my stomach and my heart feel full this morning♪ That was delicious—thank you! Checking out is simple—just drop your key card in the checkout box and you’re done! APA Hotel Ginza Kyobashi is in a prime location, just 4 minutes from Ginza-itchome Station. It’s a shame that it’s closing after just 12 years since opening… but I’m looking forward to what APA does next! Since I’m here, I think I’ll go take a walk around the Imperial Palace area. After walking about 20 minutes from the hotel, I arrived in Marunouchi.
It’s such a unique view—stone buildings on the left, skyscrapers on the right. From here to Nijubashi is about 750 meters, or roughly a 12-minute walk.
There’s a handy map showing the shortest route. I don’t have much time, so I’ll visit Sakuradamon, Nijubashi, and the main gate of the Imperial Palace in one go. I’m now at the western side of the Imperial Palace, formerly Edo Castle.
This gate is commonly called “Sakuradamon,” but the official name is “Soto-Sakuradamon.” In 1860, right in front of this gate, Lord Ii Naosuke was assassinated by samurai from the Mito Domain—an infamous incident in Japanese history. The original gate was built in 1644 and rebuilt in 1663.
It was later designated as a National Important Cultural Property in 1961. The inside of the turret’s lattice is closed to the public, but in the Edo period, it was used as a guardhouse and weapons store—an important defensive structure. Once you pass through the gate, the skyscrapers of Marunouchi suddenly appear—it really feels like stepping through time. Now let’s check out a must-see spot in the Imperial Palace Outer Garden: *Nijubashi*♪ Many people think “Nijubashi” refers to both bridges leading to the palace,
but officially it refers to the *Seimon Tetsubashi* (Main Gate Iron Bridge). Originally a wooden bridge called “Geshōbashi” in the Edo period, it looked “double-layered” due to logs stacked beneath—hence the name “Nijubashi.” It became an iron bridge in 1888 and was renovated in 1964, using advanced anti-rust technology to maintain its condition today. Even though I live in Tokyo, I rarely visit the Imperial Palace.
Now that I’m here, I’m amazed at how vast this place really is. During the enthronement parade, the Emperor and Empress pass through this route in a car—it’s quite symbolic. Now I can see the *Seimon Ishibashi* (Main Gate Stone Bridge)♪ This bridge is made of granite and built using Western-style architecture. Even after over 130 years, it’s still in use.
It survived the Tokyo air raids and has been carefully restored over time. While these bridges aren’t open to the public, you *can* cross them by joining the Imperial Palace guided tour,
held once each morning and afternoon Tuesday through Saturday (excluding holidays). And just like that, I’ve arrived at the Imperial Palace Main Gate. The Main Gate is usually closed and known as the “phantom gate.”
It only opens for state guests or special ceremonies—truly a VIP entrance. Thank you so much for watching all the way to the end. I’ll keep sharing more hotels and sightseeing spots, so please consider subscribing to my channel!

I stayed at APA Hotel〈Ginza Kyobashi〉 #APAHOTEL, just a short walk from Tokyo Station and Ginza #TokyoHotel #GinzaHotel! 🚆
The price was only ¥8,500 with breakfast included⁉️, making it an amazing value stay.

The hotel features a famous #Tsukemen chain expanding overseas and also serves a delicious authentic #JapaneseBreakfast 🍽️. Plus, its location is perfect for a relaxing #ImperialPalace walk 🌸 during your trip to Tokyo.

📍 Excellent access to both Tokyo Station and Ginza – ideal for sightseeing or business.

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