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Germany

4

I had a good time in Kamakura. The town is beautiful and close to the beach. I was staying with a roommate in a room above the cafe where you'll get food. The room was quite small and stuffed but somehow still cozy. I had only a few shifts so I had a lot of time to look around the city or go to Tokyo by train. It is very self-regulating you'll get the information mostly from other volunteers but if you have any questions you can ask or write Kuni. I enjoyed staying here and having a lot of time for myself.

over 1 year ago

Germany

4

I had a very good experience in Kamakura. I met incredible people and the work was not difficult at all. I only had to work maybe 3 times a week. But I have to say that the description is not up to date anymore. You only get food on the days you work (dinner and then breakfast the next day). There is a budget though of 3000¥ per day for groceries for all the volunteers together. We all live in a house that is 40 minutes away by foot and there we can cook. For some time though we were 12 people in the house which was a bit much for only one toilet and shower. But beside that I loved it :)

over 1 year ago

Germany

2

I had a good time, but I do not recommend this experience. Since 12/2023 volunteers live in a house in Gokurakuji. Sparsely equipped, too many people (up to 12), power failures, terrible WiFi. Host: hardly any points of contact, didn't respond well to problems. "We're just offering all of you a free bed and free daily meals only. Don't expect any other things, 'cause you're a traveler, not our staff, not our guest." Two tasty meals are available for those who work. For the others there is a budget for food, you cook at home. Work: fun! However, cold in the guesthouse I was assigned to.

over 1 year ago

France

5

I stayed only two weeks but I had so much fun there! Mr Kuni and his wife are very sweet and prepare for us two very good meal everyday. His food is so good !! We don't work with the other volunteers but we eat and live with them. I met awesome people working there. Kamakura is great and it is easy go travel to the cities near by. I recommend this place ! I would definitively go again ^^

over 1 year ago

Canada

5

I had a really great experience volunteering at Wanderkitchen and the other hostels. Kuni and Ai-san were really welcoming, as were the other volunteers. The food made for us by Kuni and Ai was AMAZING, lovely home-cooked meals twice a day (and very accommodating to my dietary preferences!!) Kamakura feels like a second home to me. The beach was very healing, especially at sunset. I would love to return to Kamakura and volunteer again. Thank you Kuni and Ai for everything!!

almost 2 years ago

Switzerland

5

I really enjoyed my stay in Kamakura! The work is very easy and enjoyable. And Kuni's food is amazing! The house where you stay is very cozy with beautiful views of the ocean. It's a little far from work and the town center, but the walk is enjoyable, and you can also easily take the train. Kamakura is a beautiful town that's amazingly located, with a beautiful beach and views of Mt. Fuji, but you can also easily access Tokyo for day trips if you want. Would highly recommend!

almost 2 years ago

Australia

5

I really enjoyed staying here I met so many amazing new friends. during the day we had a lot of free time which was nice to explore the town and go to the beach. sometimes communication was an issue but otherwise would highly recommend this experience :)

almost 2 years ago

Singapore

5

Awesome place to volunteer and meet new people! Feels like home here 😁. Will come back again when I have a chance ❤️❤️❤️

almost 2 years ago

Egypt

5

This was my first volunteering experience and my first time visiting Japan, and all I can say is that it was much better than I expected it to be. The food Kuni-san made for us was so delicious, and the work was easy. My volunteering colleagues were also so fun; I enjoyed my time with them. Kamakura feels like home.

almost 2 years ago

Mexico

5

Thank you very much for accepting me and receiving me in this great experience. Kamakura is home to me. Kuni San's food is delicious! One day he really surprised me by adding Mole to a dish and playing Latin music every afternoon! That made me feel good when I remembered my beloved Mexico. At work I met many people, made great friends and learned many things. The accommodation is very comfortable, it has all the services and the train station is very close. I highly recommend volunteering here.

almost 2 years ago

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