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Guest House Kamakura, Japan

5.0
(126 reviews)126

Improve your hospitality skills and explore Japan!

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
High demand host
This host has received 27 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with international travelers
107 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals
83 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

24h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Night Shift
Help with night shift tasks and create a relaxing environment for guests.
Reception
Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Discounts on Restaurants
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Drinks
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Accommodation
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Aug
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Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

We're recruiting volunteers to help us in our guesthouse, especially at night, in the reception. You will be helping us can prepare the shared room and 3 meals per day for you. The period of your staying should be very flexible, but we want you to get some good experience with our team :)

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Beginner Japanese
  • Between 18 and 65 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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126 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Guest House

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 107 Meeting international travelers
  • 83 Meeting locals
  • 82 Immersing in the local culture
  • 43 Get in touch with nature
  • 42 Practicing English
  • 17 Developing social awareness

Argentina

5

This experience was great! We only had to work 2-3 days a week, the hostels are beautiful and comfy (you get assigned 2 out of the 4), the other volunteers are super fun with some of them staying long-term and always willing to help, the full-time stuff is also very kind and warm plus always open to answering questions even outside their work hours. The organisation of the money to spend on supermarket isn't great in my opinion but the food from the restaurant we get on our working days is AMAZING. Delicious, truly! Also kamakura is a beautiful destination and only 1-2 hours away from tokyo!!

13 days ago

United Kingdom

5

I had an incredible time volunteering in Kamakura! Kuni, the host, is so kind and welcoming, and he makes amazing dinners and breakfasts on work days. The night shifts are easy and straightforward, leaving your days free to explore. Kamakura is beautiful, with great local spots and a relaxed vibe, and it's only about an hour by train to Tokyo, perfect for day trips. Highly recommend!

17 days ago

Spain

5

I would go back without thinking about it, it has been an incredible experience. Kuni and his whole team are lovely people, they are always willing to help you in everything you need, plus kuni's meals are delicious🥹. I made amazing friends and Kamakura stays in a little piece of my heart. I hope to come back soon

about 1 month ago

Turkey

5

Volunteering in Kamakura was such a beautiful experience! We had the chance to work across four different hostels, and each one had its own charm. The host was incredibly kind and welcoming — I always felt supported and valued. The volunteers I met during my stay were special. We shared meals, laughs, and beautiful memories together. The tasks were fair, the work environment was respectful and I had plenty of time to explore the city and enjoy local life. Kamakura itself is a magical place, delicious food, and the kindest community. I felt truly at home. I can't wait to come back!

about 2 months ago

Thailand

5

I love this place so much! Kuni and Ai-san are incredibly kind—they take care of you like you're their own child. This has been the best volunteering experience I've had so far! I really hope to go back again one day. I'm also so grateful to have met such an amazing group of volunteers. We stayed together and shared some of the best moments of my life.

about 2 months ago

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Hosted by Kuni

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