Top Edge Hostel Koenji

It was adequate. The beds were uncomfortable but the location made up for it.

Great location and good vibe.. Found black mold under the mattress and a staff member came into the room around 10pm, turned on the lights and started vacuuming, thought I was dreaming it up.

They have a cool concept in the heart of a cool neighborhood but don't do enough with it. They built a little rock bar in the lobby, with drums and guitars, but no rock music is ever played, no one performs or jams, and honestly the place is empty 99% of the evening hours. This hostel is pretty average for bunks and cleanliness, their practice of leaving the front door open all night with no staff is questionable, and there is little social element so it feels like a dorm but not a true hostel.