Fiona here. If the non-stop rain is leaving you with mountains of washing that just won’t dry, it might be time to try out a Japanese ‘coin laundry’. I experienced my first one today and was blown away by the stylish decor and relaxing ambience. If not for Corona I would have happily spent a couple of hours here reading a book, and I may do so in the future, with or without laundry. It’s called The Laundry Lounge and is located in Asoda, Kita-ku, not far from Hikarinomori. Use of the dryer cost 100 yen for ten minutes, instructions all in Japanese I’m afraid, except for ‘Push’ and a ‘How to use the washing machine’ mural on the wall. The place also doubles up as a plant and furniture store, and has several shops nearby to kill time while you’re laundry is spinning. https://laundry-lounge.com/concept