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Guest House Kamejikan -turtle time-

Hostel

Zaimokuza 3-17-21

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
12 mentions

Staff were so nice and friendly too

A really friendly place, with lots of interesting people

Great location
8 mentions

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 …

Comfortable rooms
8 mentions

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

Clean rooms
3 mentions

Very traditional and clean

Beautiful, welcoming and kind hospitality, so clean and quiet, a unique and trad…

Breakfast available
3 mentions

Breakfast was also really delicious

The staff provided attentive service, and the breakfast was an excellent way to …

Free Wi‑Fi
1 mentions

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

J

Jake

couple

June 5, 2026

10

The perfect place to stay at Kamakura

Everything! Just perfect. Staff were so nice and friendly too. I wish we could stay longer.

C

Chai Har

extended_group

March 28, 2026

10

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.

P

Peter Francis

solo_traveller

March 26, 2026

9

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.

L

Ludovica

solo_traveller

February 1, 2026

9

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.

A

Alexander

solo_traveller

January 17, 2026

10

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

H

Hope Owano

solo_traveller

December 23, 2025

10

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.

R

Rico

extended_group

November 19, 2025

10

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.

A

Anael

family_with_children

November 8, 2025

9

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!

L

Loren Kate

family_with_children

October 30, 2025

10

Beautiful people, beautiful place… loved it! 🥰

R

Rhona

solo_traveller

October 19, 2025

10

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!

C

Chia-Huei

solo_traveller

September 12, 2025

10

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!

S

Siddhartha

couple

September 8, 2025

10

Nice quiet guesthouse

The staff and atmosphere were perfect for guests who appreciate a quiet and relaxed stay.

D

Daniela Galvis

solo_traveller

July 30, 2025

10

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.

G

georg

extended_group

July 18, 2025

8

Cosy common area with options to make yourself coffee

J

Jose

couple

June 17, 2025

8

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

А

Анастасия

couple

June 16, 2025

7

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

M

Martina

couple

June 14, 2025

9

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!

G

Giulia

solo_traveller

June 11, 2025

10

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.

C

Corinna

solo_traveller

June 1, 2025

9

Loved it

Friendly staff. Functional and clean facilities

G

Glen

family_with_children

May 27, 2025

10

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.

Max 2 guests 7 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 4 guests 13 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 21:00
Check-outFrom 07:00 until 10:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printAll children 10 years of age and older are welcome to stay. Please mind other guests, as the old wooden house is not soundproof. When booking for 6 persons or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Please contact the property directly for more details.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 10:56 AM

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Guest House Kamejikan Turtle Time in Kamakura