The Tokyo Samurais Hostel Ikebukuro: A Historical Place to Stay

The exterior of this onetime shared house turned hostel.

Visitors can wear the richly detailed suit of Japanese armor for a photo session for ¥1,000.

With the futons put away, the beds can be used as raised tatami to sit on.

The top bunks are the perfect place to play at being a ninja, skulking in the attic.

Golden tiles add a bit of flash to the simple bamboo styling of the sink faucets.

Comfortable beds in a glittering room.

The images’ illusion of depth gives the communal space a video-game feel.

Visitors can help themselves to beverages in the communal area.

Ms. Yamanaka staffs the front desk.