Guest guides for Airbnb hosts in Tokyo
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Tokyo is a city of small details: trash separated by day, slippers swapped at the genkan, IC cards tapped on station gates. International guests want to do the right thing β they just need someone to write it down clearly. A QR-linked digital guidebook in Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean replaces the laminated A4 manual that nobody reads, and lets your guests glide through Shinjuku station and Don Quijote without one panicked WhatsApp.
What your guests will see β Tokyo style
Actual places are generated from your exact address using Google Places AI.
Top neighbourhoods in Tokyo
A quick orientation for your guests, so they understand where they're staying before they even land.
The scramble crossing, late-night izakaya, and quick access to Yamanote line β perfect for first-time Tokyo guests.
Skyscrapers, Omoide Yokocho alleys, and three of Tokyo's busiest stations under one roof β great for transit, intense for sleepers.
SensΕ-ji temple, Sumida River fireworks in summer, and traditional ryokan vibes β calm evenings, easy mornings.
Indie cafΓ©s, vintage stores, and live music venues β a relaxed base for repeat visitors and longer stays.
Host tips for Tokyo
Five things experienced Tokyo hosts wish they'd written into their guide on day one.
- 1Trash day is sacred. Write down the exact pickup days for burnable, non-burnable, plastics, and cans β guests get this wrong constantly, and angry neighbour notes follow within 24 hours.
- 2IC card top-up: explain that guests can charge Suica or Pasmo at any station ticket machine in English. International credit-card top-up via the app stopped working for non-Japanese cards in 2024; cash is reliable.
- 3Shoes off at the genkan. Provide two pairs of slippers, plus separate toilet slippers, and put a small photo of the layout into the guide so first-timers understand.
- 4Quiet hours are 9 pm to 8 am in most residential mansions. Add a line: 'No phone calls in the hallway after 9 pm' β this single line cuts neighbour complaints by half.
- 5Garbage bags must be the ward-specific type bought at convenience stores. Leave a 10-pack on top of the washing machine and tell guests this is normal.
Built for Tokyo hosts
Paste your Tokyo address and get an instant multilingual guest guide β with local cafe, restaurant, pharmacy and market picks within 1 km.
- Train lines, IC cards, and Suica vs Pasmo notes
- Ramen, sushi, izakaya, and konbini picks under a kilometre
- Quiet-hour and neighbourhood-etiquette reminders
Frequently asked questions β Airbnb hosts in Tokyo
What is the 180-day rule for Airbnb in Tokyo?+
Under the Minpaku Law (2018), a private residence may be rented short-term for up to 180 nights per year. Hosts must register with the local ward office and display the registration number on every listing.
Do Tokyo Airbnb guests expect breakfast?+
No. Tokyo guests overwhelmingly prefer to explore breakfast spots on their own. Most hosts leave a welcome bag with two coffee pods, sencha tea, and a note pointing to the nearest 24-hour konbini.
Should my Tokyo guidebook include Japanese?+
Yes β even though most guests are international, a few Japanese lines help with neighbours, deliveries, and emergency calls. QuickGuide auto-translates into Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean from one source.
Is tipping expected at restaurants near my Tokyo Airbnb?+
No. Tipping is not part of Japanese restaurant culture and can sometimes confuse staff. Mention this in your guide so first-time guests don't leave coins on the table.
Can guests drink tap water in Tokyo?+
Yes. Tokyo's tap water meets strict municipal safety standards and is widely consumed by locals. Mention this β it saves your guests roughly Β₯600 per day on bottled water.
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