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Guest House Kyoto Inn
Volunteers choose our hostel because the work is easy yet meaningful. We take pride in keeping our place clean and comfortable. We’re in a perfect location—near a park and not far from the city center, but away from the crowds. Thanks to our location near Kyoto Station, it's perfect for day trips. Our staff speaks both English and Japanese so if you want to get a great Kyoto experience we’d love to have you on our team.
We’re a small, friendly hostel in Kyoto that values community, cleanliness, and genuine cultural exchange. Our team is made up of both local Japanese staff and international members who love sharing tips about Kyoto with travelers from around the world. You can expect fair scheduling with possible paid extra work, clear communication and supportive enviroment. You’ll have a comfortable bed and access to a fully equipped kitchen during your stay. Check out our rooftop with a great view on the city. We have a great common areas where you can relax, study, work or just enjoy the time here.
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About the experience in: Kyoto, Japan
Spain
My experience at the hostel was very pleasant. They helped me with everything I needed and recommended many places to visit. Special mention to Nina, Echo, Eric, Naoko and Essam; it was very easy to work beside them and I felt very supported. The work sometimes lasted longer and other times shorter; you always had to stay at the hostel just in case. I especially recommend this experience if you want your afternoons free since the work is in the morning.
3 months ago
About the experience in: Kyoto, Japan
Germany
Volunteering at Guesthouse Kyoto Inn was one of the highlights of my time in Japan. I originally planned to stay for two months, but I extended my stay for another two because everyone made me feel so welcome. A special thank you to all the amazing staff and volunteers. Especially Essam for always being welcoming, supportive, and fun, Naoko and Mika for your kindness and caring hearts, and Echo for being such a genuine, warm-hearted, and positive person. I highly recommend volunteering here, you’ll meet wonderful people and make unforgettable memories. Thank you for an incredible four months!
3 months ago
Essam replied
Nina was an irreplaceable asset to our team—responsible, professional, efficient, and genuinely kind. She has an amazing intuition; she constantly observes if guests or staff need help and always steps in at the right moment. Her strong self-discipline and positive traits motivated everyone to be better, elevating our whole team's efficiency. She also set a wonderful example for guests to follow house rules, creating a great environment. Guest House Kyoto Inn would welcome her back anytime!
About the experience in: Kyoto, Japan
Lithuania
This small hostel is truly a place where I felt at home! It takes no time for you get used to the space and all the working/volunteering staff is super nice, like a little family. The location is a bit far from the centre (1h walk), but the hostel offers bikes for volunteers, so you can cycle around! Regarding the work itself - the workload is no more than 2 hours as the place is small, but we are required to work the full 4 hours, so there is no rush to get things done. Days off can be negotiated if you have special requests, check your schedule as your leaving day might be marked as day off
4 months ago
About the experience in: Kyoto, Japan
United Kingdom
Thank you to the whole team!! From the beginning everybody was really welcoming and helpful, all the tasks were straightforward and could be completed within the hour. You do have to stay till the end of the shift even if the tasks are completed, but for me it was no problem. The hostel is conveniently located next to a train station and is also a 20 min walk away from the main Kyoto station, making it easy for days out. Overall I really appreciated my time here! Thank you everyone!
6 months ago
Essam replied
Melissa was great to have with us. She is hardworking, reliable, and always ready to help when something needed to be done. We could always count on her to follow through, which made a big difference for the whole team. On a personal level, she is friendly, calm, and easy to get along with. She fit in well with everyone and helped create a nice, relaxed atmosphere. We truly appreciated having her with us and would gladly recommend her to any future hosts.
About the experience in: Kyoto, Japan
Germany
I had a really great experience during my stay in Kyoto. I truly enjoyed my time there. Everything is explained clearly and you can always ask questions if needed. The place is clean and well organized, which I really appreciate. What made this experience special where the people if you come before October you will have the chance to work with Echo, she is one of the kindest and warmest people I've met. She helped me a lot and always made me feel comfortable (Thank you girl!). Naoko san was also very kind and supportive. Essam, is very easy-going and creates a relaxed atmosphere. Thank you!
7 months ago