lyf Tenjin Fukuoka is a coliving and coworking hotel in Imaizumi, Chuo Ward, a short walk from the heart of Tenjin. It is operated by The Ascott Limited as part of their lyf brand, which positions itself as a social lifestyle hotel rather than a standard serviced apartment. The property sits on the third floor of a building at 1-2-13 Imaizumi, with Nishitetsu-Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station a 6-minute walk away and Tenjin subway station about 10 minutes on foot.
Every shared space has a name that signals its purpose. The CONNECT coworking lounge includes open-plan seating and dedicated work pods for focused sessions. The BOND social kitchen is a fully equipped shared kitchen for cooking. BURN is a 24-hour gym. WASH & HANG is the coin-operated launderette. REFUEL is the on-site cafe and bar. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Coworking access is included for guests staying in-room.
Room types run from a 12 sqm studio double to a 22 sqm accessible studio, all with private bathrooms. The corner twin (Side by Side Plus) includes a balcony. Extended-stay pricing kicks in above 3 consecutive nights. Monthly stays are available. Specific room pricing is not shown on the website during standard browsing and requires a booking query.
The on-site cafe-bar (REFUEL) serves breakfast for an additional charge and operates as a bar in the evenings. Dietary options are not confirmed anywhere in the available source data.
The property is operated by The Ascott Limited, a Singapore-based hospitality group, and carries GSTC sustainability certification. With 4.1 stars across 399 Google reviews, the most frequently mentioned theme in place topics is design (167 mentions), followed by the lobby and common areas. Work-specific signals do not appear prominently in the review topic data. The property suits nomads who want a central Fukuoka base with structured social spaces and coworking included in their stay, rather than a dedicated co-working focus.
Based on website
4 room types ranging from 12 sqm to 22 sqm. Extended stay rates available for stays above 3 nights.
One of a Kind (Studio Double)
2 people12 sqm
Double bed, work desk, en-suite bathroom
Side by Side (Studio Twin)
2 people12 sqm
Twin beds, work desk, en-suite bathroom
Side by Side Plus (Studio Corner Twin)
2 people16 sqm
Twin beds, corner layout, work desk, en-suite bathroom, balcony
One of a Kind Plus (Studio Accessible)
2 people22 sqm
Accessible design, double bed, work desk, en-suite bathroom
Contract options
Extended Stay
Available for stays above 3 nights. Rate not confirmed.
Reduced rate vs nightly
Based on website
Wi-Fi
Property-wide, exact speed not confirmed
Social Kitchen (BOND)
Shared kitchen for cooking and meals
Coworking Area (CONNECT)
Dedicated coworking lounge + work pods
24-Hour Gym (BURN)
Fitness room, open 24 hours
Launderette (WASH & HANG)
Coin-operated laundry on site
Cafe & Bar (REFUEL)
On-site cafe/bar, breakfast available
24-Hour Reception
SAY HI reception desk, staffed 24/7
Terrace
Outdoor terrace space
Check-in from 15:00. Check-out before 11:00. English and Japanese spoken at reception. Accessible rooms available.
Based on website
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is before 11:00. The property is non-smoking throughout, with no smoking in any interior space. Reception is staffed 24 hours. English and Japanese are spoken at the front desk.
The property has accessible rooms and is designed to be welcoming to guests with mobility needs. Contact the property in advance to confirm specific accessibility requirements. Cancellation and guaranteed best-rate policies are covered under the Ascott Best Rate Guarantee.
Included for residents · also open to non-residents
Coworking access is included for hotel guests. Day-pass pricing not confirmed on the website.
Wi-Fi
Included, property-wide
Work Pods
Dedicated focus pods
Lounge Seating
Open coworking lounge
Billiards
Recreation in CONNECT area
Reception
24-hour staffed desk
Based on website
Guest Access
Free for hotel guests, incl. pre/post checkout
n/a/day
Coworking is complimentary for hotel guests. No standalone day pass for non-guests.
Based on website
lyf Tenjin Fukuoka sits at the coliving end of the serviced apartment spectrum. The property markets itself as a social lifestyle hotel rather than a standard hotel or guesthouse. Guests share a fully equipped social kitchen, a coworking and lounge area, a gym, and a cafe-bar, all with branded space names that signal the intent. The BOND social kitchen and CONNECT coworking lounge are the gathering points.
Resident Mix
Hotel guests, short-stay visitors, and extended-stay residents. Mix of international travelers and business travelers in Fukuoka.
Nearest station
Nishitetsu-Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station (6 min walk)
Lines
See Google Maps
From Tenjin Station (Kuko subway line), walk through the Tenjin underground shopping area and take the West 12a exit, then walk 6 minutes. From Nishitetsu-Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station it is a 6-minute walk. From Hakata Station by subway takes about 17 minutes and costs ¥210.
Imaizumi is a compact neighbourhood in Chuo Ward, tucked between Tenjin to the north and Yakuin to the south. It has a dense mix of independent cafes, galleries, and small restaurants along Tenjin Nishi-dori, giving it a creative, low-key feel distinct from Tenjin's main shopping streets. Nishitetsu-Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station is a 6-minute walk away, and Tenjin-minami Station (Nanakuma line) is a 5-minute walk, making the area easy to reach and well-connected for day trips across Fukuoka.
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