Tokyo’s “Book Capsule Hotel” Opens in November—Sleep Surrounded by Books for Under $10

▲ “BOOK AND BED TOKYO” has drawn attention for allowing guests to sleep inside bookshelves. (Photo / Courtesy of the official website of “BOOK AND BED TOKYO”)

By reporter Tsai Wen-jun / Comprehensive report

A capsule hotel in Tokyo, “BOOK AND BED TOKYO” has recently garnered much attention,designed with the concept of a “livable bookstore,” allowing guests to literally sleep among the bookshelves, with room rates starting from 3,500 yen (approximately NT$940).

▲ The BUNK-type room, no different from a typical capsule hotel. (Photo / Courtesy of the official website of “BOOK AND BED TOKYO”)

“BOOK AND BED TOKYO” offers two types of accommodation experiences. The first is the BUNK-type, which is no different from a typical capsule hotel. A massive log-style bookshelf is divided into two levels with a total of 18 beds, each sectioned off by wooden panels into individual cubicles just big enough for one person. In addition to the bed, the room is equipped with a reading lamp, power outlets, and more. The wooden bookshelf design makes each guest feel like a book filled with their own unique life story.

The second type isthe core concept of this capsule hotel—the “stay-in bookstore.” The huge bookshelf houses 3,000 various books, with sections hollowed out to create 12 single beds where guests can sleep. Guests can pick their favorite books to enjoy a peaceful, literary moment in their room, making it a paradise for all book lovers.

These two accommodation options are available in Standard and Compact sizes based on bed size, and both include free Wi-Fi and shared bathroom facilities. Additionally, the hotel only offers lodging—the books in the hotel are not for sale.

▲ The entrance of “BOOK AND BED TOKYO.” (Photo / Courtesy of the official website of “BOOK AND BED TOKYO”)

“BOOK AND BED TOKYO” will officially open in Ikebukuro on November 5, with the lowest room rate starting at 3,500 yen per night.

BOOK AND BED TOKYO

Address: Lumiere Ikebukuro West 0, 1-17-7 Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
Transportation: About a 5–10 minute walk from the west exit of Ikebukuro Station