Valery C.
Yelp
One of a small but growing number of capsule hotels that can cater to women, this one only to women, leading to the unintentionally hilarious name of "9h nine hours woman."
Terrific location, just a two minute walk from the JR Kanda station East exit (cross the street then take a sharp left down a block), located in a building with a very small footprint but occupying 7 stories.
9h's clean, modern aesthetic is evident right at the glass door entryway into the reception desk, a smooth wood against white walls. Everything, even copying of passport, done efficiently by iPad, rules explained, and card key provided.
Passed the reception is the locker room, with assigned lockers for every pod, scan the cardkey QR code to open. The lockers are compact and can fit up to a large backpack or 20" rolling luggage, but larger will have to be stored elsewhere. A bag with towels, toothbrush/toothpaste, pajamas, and slippers is provided.
Staying at 9h nine hours is great, if a dorm-like experience is acceptable. The entire facility is spotlessly clean, with very effective signage. It is generally quiet (depending on fellow guests). Shower rooms and toilets are very private, and the former are wonderful: roomy, with two shelves to put belongings, strong showers, including an option for the water to fall in a single thin column, and Tamanohada bath and hair products. There are one to two toilet rooms on every level, equipped with Toto washlets and a sink.
Pod rooms are kept dark, but light emanating from each pod makes them look like a futuristic hive. Pods are fairly spacious ovoid tubes with an overly flat moon-shaped pillow, covers, mini shelves molded on each side, and a panel with light on/off/dim switch, USB port, and power socket. The privacy curtain can be pulled down and locked in place by notches in both sides.
Access to luggage and changing is more challenging, as the locker room only has one bench, and while you can take your clothes and change comfortably in a shower room, I found myself making multiple trips back to get things I forgot I wanted; at least the elevator is fast. You can wear whatever you want, or use their pajamas, a long sleeve black shirt and pants. The pod rooms run warm, though, so they might be too substantial.
For the price and location, it's a clean, well-maintained, and largely comfortable stay.