Coin Laundry in Akishima City, Tokyo: 10 Locations Guide

Looking for a coin laundry (laundromat) in Akishima City, Tokyo? Akishima City has 10 coin laundry locations, ranging from 24-hour chain stores to small neighborhood operators. This guide covers everything you need to know — major chains, pricing, payment methods, and tips for international visitors.

Akishima City is a quiet residential city in central Tama, near Tachikawa. Coin laundries here are typically large-capacity, parking-equipped chain locations serving family households.

Quick Facts: Coin Laundries in Akishima City

  • Total locations: 10
  • 24-hour locations: 3
  • With parking: 7
  • Futon (large bedding) washing: 6
  • Sneaker washing: 7
  • With Wi-Fi: 1
  • IC card / e-money payment: 2

How Japanese Coin Laundromats Work

If you’re new to Japanese coin laundromats, here’s a quick walkthrough:

  1. Choose a machine based on your load size (small, medium, large).
  2. Load your laundry — no need to separate fabric softener or detergent in most cases; the machine dispenses them automatically.
  3. Insert payment — coins (100-yen pieces are most common), IC card (Suica/Pasmo), or QR-pay if supported.
  4. Press the start button — usually a large round green or red button labeled スタート (Start).
  5. Wait or come back when the cycle ends. Machines display remaining time on screen.
  6. Move clothes to a dryer after washing if needed. Dryer payment is usually time-based (¥100 per ~8 minutes).

For more detail, including photos of typical control panels and Japanese-language vocabulary, see our complete guide to using Japanese coin laundromats.

Recommended Coin Laundromats in Akishima City

Below is a curated selection of 7 well-equipped coin laundries from the 10 locations in Akishima City, chosen for feature variety (24-hour, parking, futon-capable, etc.) across different chains. Members-only chocoZAP locations and bath-house annexes are excluded from this list since they’re not generally accessible to visitors.

Name Address Hours Features
昭島店 (セルフランドリーダック) 昭島市松原町1-1-16 6:00~24:00 24h, Parking, Futon, Sneakers
昭島緑町店 (さわやかピュア) 昭島市緑町2-30-2 24時間 24h, Parking, Futon, Sneakers
昭島店 (フトン巻きのジロー) 昭島市緑町3-14-12 24時間 24h, Futon, IC card
昭島昭和町店 (さわやかピュア) 昭島市昭和町1-4-3 7:00～22:00 Parking, Futon, Sneakers
昭島田中町店 (さわやかピュア) 昭島市田中町2-20-9 7:00～23:00 Parking, Futon, Sneakers
プレミストAMGランドリールーム 昭島市代官山二丁目8番3号プレミスト昭島モリパークグラン Varies Sneakers, IC card
プレミストAMRランドリールーム 昭島市代官山二丁目5番1号プレミスト昭島モリパークレジデンス Varies Sneakers

For the full Japanese-language list with map and additional details, see the Japanese version of this page.

Major Chains in This Ward

Several coin laundry chains operate in this area, each with their own style:

  • さわやかピュア (4 locations): A coin laundry chain operating in this ward.
  • 東京銭湯 (2 locations): A coin laundry chain operating in this ward.
  • フトン巻きのジロー (1 locations): A coin laundry chain operating in this ward.
  • セルフランドリーダック (1 locations): A coin laundry chain operating in this ward.

Tips for International Visitors

  • Bring 100-yen coins — bill changers are not always available. Convert ¥1,000 bills before going.
  • Use Google Translate camera mode for the Japanese-only control panels.
  • Don’t walk away too long — most laundries are unstaffed; courtesy is to remove finished loads promptly so others can use the machine.
  • Hot water washes are uncommon in Japan — most washes are cold or warm by default.
  • Late-night use is normal — 24-hour Tokyo coin laundries are widely used after work or after dinner, so you won’t be alone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are coin laundries in Tokyo open 24 hours?
A: Many are. 3 of the 10 laundries in Akishima City operate 24/7. Standalone unstaffed laundries are typically open all day, while staffed ones (e.g., wash-and-fold services) have set hours.

Q: Do I need to bring my own detergent?
A: Generally no — most washing machines automatically dispense detergent and softener. Some smaller operators may require you to bring your own, but this is rare.

Q: What payment methods are accepted?
A: Coins are universal. Newer machines often accept IC cards (Suica, Pasmo, ICOCA) or QR-pay (PayPay, Rakuten Pay). In Akishima City, 2 locations explicitly support IC card or e-money payment.

Q: Can I wash a futon (Japanese bedding) here?
A: Yes. 6 laundries in Akishima City have machines large enough for futon washing. Look for machines marked 「ふとん」 or “Futon OK” — typically 22kg+ capacity.

Q: Is there parking available?
A: 7 locations in Akishima City have on-site parking, which is convenient for transporting large items like bedding or rugs.

Q: Are instructions in English?
A: Most signs are in Japanese only. We recommend using Google Translate’s camera mode to read the panels. Common terms: 洗濯 (wash), 乾燥 (dry), 洗剤 (detergent), 投入口 (slot), 残り時間 (time remaining).

Q: How much does it cost?
A: Typical pricing in Tokyo:

  • Small wash (5-7kg): ¥300–500
  • Large wash (12-14kg): ¥600–900
  • Dryer: ¥100 per 8–10 minutes
  • Futon wash: ¥1,000–1,500 per cycle

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