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Odawara Labo is a coworking and private-room rental spacein the Oshare Yokocho shopping arcade, a 3-minute walk from Odawara Station's East Exit. It sits on the 3rd floor of the Shiino Building. An easy walk from the shinkansen, the Odakyu line, and four other rail connections that make Odawara one of the best-connected mid-sized cities in the Kanto region.
Drop-in use needs no reservation. Show up, pay by the hour, and get to work. Coworking is ¥550/hour. The private room (up to 10 people) is¥2,200/hour. The space is open every day from 10:00 to 22:00 with no holidays, which is unusual for a small independent coworking space. A full-space buyout of the coworking area runs ¥5,500/hour. Renting both rooms together is ¥7,700/hour. A monthly premium plan at ¥30,000/month is available for frequent users.
The space is built around productivity. NURO Hikari(one of Japan's fastest residential fibre providers) is the internet backbone. Power outlets are at every seat. The operator has paid attention to seating. Multiple chair brands are in use, which is a small but real detail for people working long sessions. Free-loan equipment includes a large monitor, whiteboard, HDMI cable, extension cords, and a projector.
Entry and exit use a contactless smart-key booking system (Door Revo), meaning you can arrive and leave without interacting with staff. Reservations for the coworking open space and private room are handled separately through the Door Revo platform. Buyout bookings require a phone call or email.
One early reviewer noted the ventilation felt lacking and the space small. Worth knowing if you're sensitive to air quality on a hot day. The space is compact by design, targeting solo workers and small groups rather than large teams. No food service on-site. Dietary options not confirmed. The shopping arcade outside has cafes and casual eateries within a short walk. Reviews are sparse (4 total), so the picture is mostly drawn from the website and Google business listing.
Odawara makes a compelling base for nomads who want Hakone day trips without paying Hakone prices. The castle is an 800m walk from the station, the beach is 800m beyond that, and the shinkansen to Tokyo takes 35 minutes. The labo's evening hours (until 22:00) also suit people coming back from a day in the mountains.
Based on Google reviews and website
Small, quiet space. Typically uncrowded. Smart key entry means no staff interaction required.
Based on Google reviews and website
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Coworking (per hour) | ¥550/hour | Open space, drop-in, no reservation needed. Open 10:00–22:00 daily. |
| Private Room (per hour) | ¥2,200/hour | Up to 10 people. Reserve via Door Revo. |
| Coworking Buyout (per hour) | ¥5,500/hour | Exclusive use of the coworking area. Call or email to book. |
| Full Floor Buyout (per hour) | ¥7,700/hour | Both coworking and private room. Call or email to book. |
| Premium Monthly | ¥30,000/month | Unlimited access to all spaces, 10:00–22:00 daily. |
Drop-in coworking needs no reservation. Buyout bookings require a phone call or email to the operator.
Based on Google reviews and website
Space is compact. One reviewer noted poor ventilation. No staff always on-site.
From Odawara Station East Exit (JR Tokaido Line, Tokaido Shinkansen, Odakyu Line, Hakone Tozan Line, Daiyuzan Line), walk 3 minutes into the Oshare Yokocho shopping arcade. The space is on the 3rd floor of the Shiino Building(椎野ビル3F). From Tokyo Station by shinkansen. Approximately 35 minutes.
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