Guest House Kamejikan -turtle time-
Zaimokuza 3-17-21
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Why people book this hotel
“Staff were so nice and friendly too”
“A really friendly place, with lots of interesting people”
“The guest house is located near many shops, cafes, the station, and the beach”
“We appreciated the hostel’s location near the sea with a stunning view of Mount …”
“Quiet place to stay… nice home made wine… we try all their fruit wine… highly re…”
“The beds and sleeping area was private and comfortable”
“Very traditional and clean”
“Beautiful, welcoming and kind hospitality, so clean and quiet, a unique and trad…”
“Breakfast was also really delicious”
“The staff provided attentive service, and the breakfast was an excellent way to …”
“the wi-fi is not good enough, and they do not provide towels which is strange”
Overview
Just 250 metres from Zaimokuza Beach, Guest House Kamejikan -turtle time- is 1.5 km from JR Kamakura Train Station. It offers simple non-smoking Japanese rooms and dormitory-style accommodation with free WiFi and shared showers. Guests at Kamejikan Guest House can sleep in a bunk bed in a dormitory room, or experience traditional futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor. All rooms are air-conditioned. Toilets are shared. Built 92 years ago as a family residence, Kamejikan is about 2 km from both the Kamakura Daibutsu Buddha Statue and Tsuruoka Hachimangu Shrine. Bicycle rental is offered. A shared-use fridge, free-use PC and free coffee/tea are available at the lounge, and a coin launderette is available. The shared showers are open 24/7. Bodyboards and yukata robes can be rented. Breakfast can be served with an advance reservation.
Traveller reviews
Jake
couple
June 5, 2026
“The perfect place to stay at Kamakura”
Everything! Just perfect. Staff were so nice and friendly too. I wish we could stay longer.
Chai Har
extended_group
March 28, 2026
“We will come back…”
Quiet place to stay… nice home made wine… we try all their fruit wine… highly recommended & must try… during our stay, we will feel warmest home made by owner. You may read the book written by owner 《龟时间》 Turtle Time, about the journey of turtle time.
Peter Francis
solo_traveller
March 26, 2026
“An ideal place to stay in Kamakura. Thank you!”
A really friendly place, with lots of interesting people. Nice lounge space where everyone can relax, and excellent free tea and coffee. Breakfast was also really delicious.
Ludovica
solo_traveller
February 1, 2026
Lovely traditional house, local and authentic. The owners are very welcoming and kind, and they will try to help you in any way they can if you shall need it.
Alexander
solo_traveller
January 17, 2026
Very traditional and clean. The staff were very kinda and helpful. The beds and sleeping area was private and comfortable. It was an amazing stay
Hope Owano
solo_traveller
December 23, 2025
“Cozy Japanese traditional house with great hosts and perfect location.”
I had a smooth experience from booking to checkout. The guest house is located near many shops, cafes, the station, and the beach. The hosts are really kind, friendly, and happy to chat about their travels. The host even played the Mbira for me, a Zimbabwean instrument, with such ease. The house is a cozy, traditional Japanese house with cool, unique pieces throughout that balance the space perfectly. The futon was comfortable, and there was an AC in the room too.
Rico
extended_group
November 19, 2025
The guesthouse was cozy and the atmosphere was exceptional. The staff were friendly and helpful. It being a guesthouse means that you’re sharing a boarding with people from around the world, so it was fun to meet and have a chat with them. The lounging area was also great for that purpose.
Anael
family_with_children
November 8, 2025
“Traditional Stay”
The traditional Japanese house has a lot of charm. We appreciated the hostel’s location near the sea with a stunning view of Mount Fuji, making it ideal for relaxing and reenergizing. The staff provided attentive service, and the breakfast was an excellent way to begin the day. We strongly recommend trying the breakfast!
Loren Kate
family_with_children
October 30, 2025
“Beautiful people, beautiful place… loved it! 🥰”
Rhona
solo_traveller
October 19, 2025
“Traditional and peaceful”
Beautiful, welcoming and kind hospitality, so clean and quiet, a unique and traditional experience sleeping on futons on tatami, and the location is great in the quiet space of Kamakura near the beach, but only a couple bus stops/20 minute walk from the inner city. I would stay here again!
Chia-Huei
solo_traveller
September 12, 2025
“Perfect stay to enjoy day to day life in Kamakura”
Nice interior space, cozy and lovely. Very close to beach but situated in a quiet neighborhood, close to everything. Nice to join beach yoga in the morning so interesting. Nice homebrew fruit wine!
Siddhartha
couple
September 8, 2025
“Nice quiet guesthouse”
The staff and atmosphere were perfect for guests who appreciate a quiet and relaxed stay.
Daniela Galvis
solo_traveller
July 30, 2025
They stole my heart. I just can't stop thinking about this beautiful town and hostel. If I ever return to Japan, I definitely have to come back here. The staff are so friendly. It's an unforgettable and very Japanese experience. They're just fantastic.
georg
extended_group
July 18, 2025
Cosy common area with options to make yourself coffee
Jose
couple
June 17, 2025
Very nice and comfortable. The staff is beyond nice and polite. The location is absolutely great, and they have cycles you can rent to go everywhere in town
Анастасия
couple
June 16, 2025
the wi-fi is not good enough, and they do not provide towels which is strange. pretty far from the station, about 20 minutes walk
Martina
couple
June 14, 2025
Really nice traditional building, with great location close to sea. Friendly staff, really appreciated the helpful instructions on how to get around and cafe/restaurant recommendations. Amazing breakfast!
Giulia
solo_traveller
June 11, 2025
“perfect stay ✨”
the guest house is really simple and traditional, very cozy. I loved the rooms, the comfortable bed, the common space where you can stay, read and get yourself a tea or coffee.
Corinna
solo_traveller
June 1, 2025
“Loved it”
Friendly staff. Functional and clean facilities
Glen
family_with_children
May 27, 2025
Calm small haven away from the business of the city. Staff very friendly and helpful. Good access to beach, convenience stores and eating places. Also able to hire wet suits and body boards.
Facilities
Activities
Cycling, Yoga classes
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Safety deposit box, WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Parking
Parking, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Laundry, Luggage storage
Japanese-Style Twin Room
Features tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding. Offering plenty of light from two big windows, this room comes with air conditioning, a heater and a desk. Bathrooms and toilets are shared.
Japanese-Style Quadruple Room
Featuring tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding, this room comes with air conditioning, a heater and a desk. Fitted with traditional Japanese features like high ceiling, paper walls and a decorated transom. Bathrooms and toilets are shared.
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