Guest House Kyoto, Japan

5.0
(27 reviews)27

Help us in a traditional Japanese home in the middle of KYOTO! :)

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Connect with international travelers
23 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Immerse yourself in the local culture
19 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
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What you get

4

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.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
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 Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Yoga classes
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Holistic Therapies
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Support
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Availability

Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
4 weeks
Stay up to
12 weeks

The Experience

Help with basic hosting duties at a traditonal Japanese home in the center of Kyoto, Japan. Tasks include making a simple breakfast for guests, check-ins/check-outs, laundry, cleaning rooms, etc. Plenty of free time to enjoy all the culture, history, food and nature! Bicycles, wi-fi, laundry staff fridge and more available. This will be YOUR home too!

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Between 18 and 40 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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27 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Guest House

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 23 Meeting international travelers
  • 19 Immersing in the local culture
  • 11 Meeting locals
  • 11 Practicing English
  • 6 Developing social awareness
  • 5 Get in touch with nature

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 10 3. Good health and well-being
  • 7 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 4 5. Gender equality
Clotilde

France

5

My experience at the guest house with Chie was incredible! Chie is one of the kindest and most thoughtful people I've met. The tasks are simple, the guesthouse is beautiful, and the guests are lovely. I was taking Japanese classes during my stay, and Chie was very accommodating, even allowing me to stay a little longer than originally planned. If you're looking for a meaningful and welcoming experience, I couldn't recommend the guest house more. Chie will do everything she can to make you feel at home, and in return, you get to help take care of this beautiful guesthouse!

20 days ago

Midori

United States

5

Chie is so nice and kind! The hours are very flexible and I had a great time there!

26 days ago

Elise

France

5

My experience at the guest house was really great! The house is very cute and you quickly feel at home. You live close to the guests, which was nice to meet people and have nice conversations. The work is not difficult once you understand all the details and things you need to remember. I also had enough free time to discover Kyoto and do several hikes in the mountains around the city. It was amazing! Chie and Roy are very kind and caring hosts. I really enjoyed my time at the guest house. Thank you so much for this great experience! 🥰

about 1 month ago

Paula

Chile

5

My experience at the guest house was wonderful; throughout my entire stay, I truly felt right at home. Chie and Roy are extremely kind and warm. There is a full day of induction where they explain all your responsibilities in detail. The schedule is very flexible, giving me plenty of time to explore Kyoto at a relaxed pace. Additionally, the hostel is very cozy and clean. The tasks are simple, but it is important to carry them out with care and attention to detail. I highly recommend this place!

3 months ago

Katrin

Germany

5

Volunteering at the guest house was such a great experience, I enjoyed every minute of my stay. Chie and Roy are wonderful hosts, super supportive and friendly!! The workload was very fair as well as the working hours so there's plenty of free time to explore Kyoto. Facilities at the guest house are super cute, it literally felt like a second home. Biiig recommendation :)

5 months ago

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About the host

Hosted by Chie

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This host receives a lot of worldpackers and has a high average rating.
Response Rate
This host usually answers to 20% of the messages
Response Time
This host usually writes back in 3 days

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