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12 Mar 2025
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We run two hostels in SHINKAICHI,KOBE,JAPAN where is a few minutes walk, from the nearest 2 stations,with easy access to go Osaka ,Kyoto,Nara and Himeji.
Kobe is one of the biggest town in Japan.
Shinkaichi was the center of Kobe a long time ago…
Shinkaichi has a Japanese good-old-days atmosphere,
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The hostel is cozy and has good atmosphere.We are always thinking about
something like fun and new.
Our staff are easygoing ,friendly and want to make our guests happy.
We hope you will be our family.Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
●Help our hostel
●Cleaning
※20hours for a week.
(4days for a week).
※Your working schedule depends on the reservation situation(Normally weekends are busy).
Languages spoken
Japanese: Fluent
English: Intermediate
Accommodation
.We offer free
● bunk bed (share with other staff)(mixed dormitory)
● wifi
●rice,seasoning
●coffee,tea
●washing machine
What else ...
Around our hostel is very convenient.There is the big market and 3 railway station.Also you can access to Osaka within 30 mins and Kyoto,Nara within 1 - 1.5 hour, so it's easy to make a day trip.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 698249878986
Feedback (37)
16 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Benedetta) for host
🦧Where can I start?
🍡Well... this was my first time in Japan and it wasn't easy at the beginning: new environment, new language, new culture, everything new. But after the first week, the new part that scared me, became the best side of the experience. I start to study Japanese, I loved to interact with our guest from all around the world and… read more
🍡Well... this was my first time in Japan and it wasn't easy at the beginning: new environment, new language, new culture, everything new. But after the first week, the new part that scared me, became the best side of the experience. I start to study Japanese, I loved to interact with our guest from all around the world and… read more
14 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Eve) for host
I spent a month helping out at the hostel in Kobe and had such a great time!
While Hiro was very busy and I only saw him a few times per week when he came to the hostel to work, he was very nice and always tried to accommodate the volunteers' preferences for the work schedule.
The atmosphere is relaxed and the work is simple: check ins, making… read more
While Hiro was very busy and I only saw him a few times per week when he came to the hostel to work, he was very nice and always tried to accommodate the volunteers' preferences for the work schedule.
The atmosphere is relaxed and the work is simple: check ins, making… read more
12 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Bianca) for host
I volunteered here for 7 weeks during fall of 2023, and it had been an amazing experience! I have met so many lovely people, and Kobe is such a beautiful city to live in. Hiro and Mayumi are very kind people, and always helpful, and I am so happy I had the opportunity to work there. The working hours have always been respected and having available… read more
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16 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Benedetta) for host
🦧Where can I start?
🍡Well... this was my first time in Japan and it wasn't easy at the beginning: new environment, new language, new culture, everything new. But after the first week, the new part that scared me, became the best side of the experience. I start to study Japanese, I loved to interact with our guest from all around the world and… read more
🍡Well... this was my first time in Japan and it wasn't easy at the beginning: new environment, new language, new culture, everything new. But after the first week, the new part that scared me, became the best side of the experience. I start to study Japanese, I loved to interact with our guest from all around the world and… read more
14 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Eve) for host
I spent a month helping out at the hostel in Kobe and had such a great time!
While Hiro was very busy and I only saw him a few times per week when he came to the hostel to work, he was very nice and always tried to accommodate the volunteers' preferences for the work schedule.
The atmosphere is relaxed and the work is simple: check ins, making… read more
While Hiro was very busy and I only saw him a few times per week when he came to the hostel to work, he was very nice and always tried to accommodate the volunteers' preferences for the work schedule.
The atmosphere is relaxed and the work is simple: check ins, making… read more
12 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Bianca) for host
I volunteered here for 7 weeks during fall of 2023, and it had been an amazing experience! I have met so many lovely people, and Kobe is such a beautiful city to live in. Hiro and Mayumi are very kind people, and always helpful, and I am so happy I had the opportunity to work there. The working hours have always been respected and having available… read more
15 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Natalie)
Natalie is wonderful and a truly indispensable part of our team. She is conscientious and honest. I never ever think that she could not be trusted with hospitality tasks . On the contrary, when Natalie is on shift, everything runs smoothly.
I recommend her for all hosts.
Thank you very much Natalie and I am looking forward to meet you again.
I recommend her for all hosts.
Thank you very much Natalie and I am looking forward to meet you again.
(Excellent)
5 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Natalie) for host
Mayumi and Hiro - thank you sooooooo much for giving me that opportunity to dive deep into the Japanese culture.
The hotel/hostel is a family owned property and tells a lot about the family history. One of the few last old preserved houses in that area - it couldn’t be more Japanese :) I loved each day there - the staff, the guests, the work,… read more
The hotel/hostel is a family owned property and tells a lot about the family history. One of the few last old preserved houses in that area - it couldn’t be more Japanese :) I loved each day there - the staff, the guests, the work,… read more
6 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Barbora) for host
I have spent nearly 3 months at this awesome place. I loved every day there! The hosts Mayumi and Hiro are super welcoming, always helpful and make you feel like home. The work shifts are scheduled ahead, the amount of work is very reasonable and everything is well explained.
I really enjoyed the possibility to explore the surrounding by bike as… read more
I really enjoyed the possibility to explore the surrounding by bike as… read more
9 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Quinton) for host
This Hostel has made me feel at home. From the owners hiro and Mayomie being super cool and loving. Building a relationship with them and talking to them throught out my stay has been awesome! I've stayed here a month and a half working at the hostel. The workdays are flexible and the people are great. I genuinely could have not asked for a better… read more
8 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Krissyk) for host
This was an amazing workaway and I have made amazing friends here. The work is easy, the guidelines super clear and the description is accurate. There is such a nice atmosphere here and both Hiro and Mayumi are kind and great hosts. There is a lovely common area and kitchen and we enjoyed many meals and fun times together here with the other… read more
5 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Bríd)
Brid is friendly and outgoing.
She is a lovely lady and an artist with a great voice, which she shared with us and we had a great time. She is an attractive person with a willingness to learn and most importantly, a positive attitude towards her work and I would recommend her to other hosts.
I look forward to seeing you again.
She is a lovely lady and an artist with a great voice, which she shared with us and we had a great time. She is an attractive person with a willingness to learn and most importantly, a positive attitude towards her work and I would recommend her to other hosts.
I look forward to seeing you again.
(Excellent)
16 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Bríd) for host
Hiro – San & Mayumi – San Thank you so so much for making my stay here so wonderful. I will hopefully see you both again you are both wonderful warm and extremely kind and interesting humans <3
This place exceeding my exceptions by a mile.
I will miss the atmosphere there of relaxed freedom and love. I loved hanging out at the bar on Friday’s… read more
This place exceeding my exceptions by a mile.
I will miss the atmosphere there of relaxed freedom and love. I loved hanging out at the bar on Friday’s… read more
21 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Franklin) for host
Very grateful for having the opportunity to do a workaway in such a cozy place with an inspiring and interesting atmosphere.
I had a fun and easy stay, because the owners Mayumi and Hiro are kind, friendly and understanding people,
apart from that the work is simple for 4 days a week which gives you enough time to visit Kobe and the surrounding in… read more
I had a fun and easy stay, because the owners Mayumi and Hiro are kind, friendly and understanding people,
apart from that the work is simple for 4 days a week which gives you enough time to visit Kobe and the surrounding in… read more
29 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Alberto) for host
I was in this hostel for a month and a half, and the experience was incredible.
To start with, both Mayumi-san and Hiro-san are wonderful people, always willing to help you in any way they can. I also liked that they occasionally organize activities with the volunteers and inform us of events that were happening in the city.
The work is simple,… read more
To start with, both Mayumi-san and Hiro-san are wonderful people, always willing to help you in any way they can. I also liked that they occasionally organize activities with the volunteers and inform us of events that were happening in the city.
The work is simple,… read more
19 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
I had the most amazing time at this hostel. It was my first time doing Workaway, and I literally couldn't have asked for a better experience. I made lifelong friendships, explored Kansai region, and tried so many new things within the ~40 days I was there. The work was usually enjoyable (only 16 hours, 4 hours per shift), and it flies by super… read more
7 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Eugenio) for host
Awesome experience!
I stayed in kobe at the hostel for two months, from the beginning of January to the end of February, and in the end I never wanted to leave!
The owners are fantastic people, always available and kind. They do everything to make the experience as pleasant and "familiar" as possible. Mayumi and Hiro will not hesitate to… read more
I stayed in kobe at the hostel for two months, from the beginning of January to the end of February, and in the end I never wanted to leave!
The owners are fantastic people, always available and kind. They do everything to make the experience as pleasant and "familiar" as possible. Mayumi and Hiro will not hesitate to… read more
18 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Grace) for host
Thank you to this place/the team for such a fun time in Kobe! I stayed from the beginning of April to mid-May this year, and really enjoyed it. I had a quick Skype chat with the manager Aki-san before my stay, and I worked doing a mixture of housekeeping, reception and renovation. I helped with reception since I could speak a bit of Japanese, so… read more
4 May 2020
Left by Workawayer (Juan Facundo) for host
Was really nice stay in Kobe , Aki and all the staff were really nice with me , I had really good time there, I loved the environment in the hostel and also is a nice city really close to asaka and Kyoto , was my first time working for accommodation and was really good , I'm gonna miss the place
20 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Luan) for host
I loved my stay here! Mayumi and Aki were such lovely hosts and the hostel was an enjoyable place to stay at. The work was not difficult and the overall atmosphere of the hostel was quiet and peaceful, which is what I was looking for.
8 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (sergiotorres_88)
We all love Sergio and really appreciate his help and being our hostel.
He takes his tasks seriously and learn quickly.He is not afraid to ask if something he is not clear and to do some extra.Always in time and reliable.He is very open minded and friendly to everyone and in his free time he was talking to our guests and making them feel in a… read more
He takes his tasks seriously and learn quickly.He is not afraid to ask if something he is not clear and to do some extra.Always in time and reliable.He is very open minded and friendly to everyone and in his free time he was talking to our guests and making them feel in a… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (sergiotorres_88) for host
One of my best workaway experiences ever! I stayed in this nice and warm hostel for around a month and a half. At the end, I was actually really sad to leave the place that became my new home in Japan... I truly hope to come back some day! The work was very fair with enough time to see around, and you can always talk in advance to the staff about… read more
20 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marina) for host
I know that I’m a little bit late, but I wanted to thank the whole crew for making my experience in Japan so amazing! This was my first time in Japan and also my first workaway experience and I couldn’t have been luckier with you! Besides that, the job was easy and the staff members were always there to help you and very friendly. I’m looking… read more
31 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Corentin) for host
Great people, great place and a good atmosphere.
I stayed 1 month working in the guest house.
The work isn't too much, the place is very nice with a traditional atmosphere.
The staff is mixed between local Japaneses and foreigner workers.
You can meet a lot of people in the big living rooms.
It's one of the place I will go back if I come back… read more
I stayed 1 month working in the guest house.
The work isn't too much, the place is very nice with a traditional atmosphere.
The staff is mixed between local Japaneses and foreigner workers.
You can meet a lot of people in the big living rooms.
It's one of the place I will go back if I come back… read more
24 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Gaia & Col) for host
This was my first workaway in Japan and I couldn't have asked for more!
I've only spent two weeks at the hostel but I really wish I could have stayed more. The staff is amazing: super friendly, helpful and willing to involve you in local events and activities. The job is easy and you'll have a good deal of free time to explore the surroundings… read more
I've only spent two weeks at the hostel but I really wish I could have stayed more. The staff is amazing: super friendly, helpful and willing to involve you in local events and activities. The job is easy and you'll have a good deal of free time to explore the surroundings… read more
19 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Eve) for host
I stayed for around three weeks. I very much enjoyed my time here. The bed is comfortable and provides plenty of privacy, enough if there are other helpers. The bedroom was always quiet when I was there, which was very nice. There isn't a ton of space, so my suitcase was a little large, but easily manageable. The kitchen is large and was quite… read more
10 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Manon & Nicolas) for host
Good experience with Mayumi and her team in this hostel. We stayed 1 month in Kobe and Mayumi was very understanding and always ready to help us. We can manage our working hours. We advise you on coming in couple or by two because cleaning all the rooms take a lot of time. Moreover, you will sleep with the other workers in a small shelter. Kobe is… read more
22 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (anasrashid) for host
First of all sorry for the late feedback. Better late than never right? Ok I stayed in this hostel for three weeks from 20/06/18 to 04/07/18 and had such a wonderful time! Aki, Yohei, and Akina are very kind and friendly. Didn’t have a chance to meet Mayumi tho since she’s on maternity leave. Every moment was fun and everyday there was something… read more
14 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Ruggero) for host
We are so so happy that we spent some time here.
The place is very nice and cozy, the common area is just lovely. The staff room has four beds, in capsule style. There is a total of about ten rooms for the guests. Some are dormitory style, others are private rooms.
The main job is cleaning. Tasks are quite easy. You should be precise and fast,… read more
The place is very nice and cozy, the common area is just lovely. The staff room has four beds, in capsule style. There is a total of about ten rooms for the guests. Some are dormitory style, others are private rooms.
The main job is cleaning. Tasks are quite easy. You should be precise and fast,… read more
29 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Anja) for host
This is cosy, artsy hostel where you can easily feel like home. You can see and feel that a lot of people put a lot of effort in making this hostel such a lovely place. With the beautiful living room (tatami is always great ;) ) and terrace there is plenty of space even if the staff room might first seem a little minuscule with it's capsule style.… read more
15 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sofia) for host
Sorry for the late review!
I had a lot of fun at this place!! It’s an older hostel, but has a very unique decoration style, very artsy. It’s right near two subway stations and a food market, so it’s very convenient! Kobe is a really nice town, and close to Osaka and Himeji!
The schedule is quite easy, there is a list so you don’t forget what you… read more
I had a lot of fun at this place!! It’s an older hostel, but has a very unique decoration style, very artsy. It’s right near two subway stations and a food market, so it’s very convenient! Kobe is a really nice town, and close to Osaka and Himeji!
The schedule is quite easy, there is a list so you don’t forget what you… read more
19 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Marvin & Maya) for host
I enjoyed my stay at the hostel. The staff and others were friendly and welcoming. The work was never too hard and I still had plenty of free time to explore the surrounding area. It's in a good spot to do trips out to Osaka, Kyoto, or Himeji. Maybe further out if you can. All in all, a nice relaxing stay and I would recommend it to others.
19 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Marvin & Maya)
Marvin is quick learner and knows what to do and what we want to him do.As we are a guest house cleaning is the most important thing for us.He did it carefully and helped us a lot not only cleaning.
Thank you Marvin.Hope we’ll see you again!
Thank you Marvin.Hope we’ll see you again!
(Excellent)
9 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jeanne & Bastien) for host
This was our first workaway experience. We were very happy to find such a nice hostel ! The staff is kind, english speaking and very nice. Thanks to them we spent a really good month in Kobe. The work was very good explained and easy to do, during 20 hours per week. During our free days we have discovered Kobe, a calm city between the see and the… read more
1 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Kira) for host
I stayed here for a few weeks through April/May. It was such a lovely, artsy hostel to be a part of. Mayumi is an incredibly gorgeous soul and the managers (Aki and Akina) are just as beautiful.
I stayed here through Golden Week, so occasionally it was intense, but you are definitely not overworked. Kobe is a beautiful city and they give you… read more
I stayed here through Golden Week, so occasionally it was intense, but you are definitely not overworked. Kobe is a beautiful city and they give you… read more
1 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jennifer) for host
I worked at the hostel for three weeks both in February and in July, and it was definitely one of my favorite working experiences! The hostel is located just a few minutes' walk away from a station that can take you to Osaka in around 45mins. You can easily walk to Kobe's gorgeous harbor in just 20 minutes, and Kobe's most lively nightlife area is… read more
31 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (JessicaSolin) for host
Thank you Mayumi and everyone for having us!
We loved our time here doing some cleaning, and some cooking for staff. The work is fair and the hours are very reasonable in exchange for staying in a lovely and unique hostel with friendly and kind people! You will have lots of free time to explore Kobe and nearby towns, and the hostel is… read more
We loved our time here doing some cleaning, and some cooking for staff. The work is fair and the hours are very reasonable in exchange for staying in a lovely and unique hostel with friendly and kind people! You will have lots of free time to explore Kobe and nearby towns, and the hostel is… read more
22 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Cristian Ulises) for host
I just can be thankful about my staying at the hostel.
Mayumi thank you so much for accept me at your home, for taking care of me, for push me to practice Japanese in reception and for helping me with my days off for can visit many places around.
You have a beautiful and super cool place.
I enjoyed it and appreciated a lot, I made many friends,… read more
Mayumi thank you so much for accept me at your home, for taking care of me, for push me to practice Japanese in reception and for helping me with my days off for can visit many places around.
You have a beautiful and super cool place.
I enjoyed it and appreciated a lot, I made many friends,… read more
4 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Luciana) for host
Great first experience doing workaway. The hostel is very beautiful and the staff really helpful. They take good care of us.
We really enjoy our stay there. And the work was good. You still have time to enjoy Kobe
Thanks for all
We really enjoy our stay there. And the work was good. You still have time to enjoy Kobe
Thanks for all
18 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Médéric) for host
I stayed here for six weeks and I had a grand time!
The hostel itself is quite cute and comfortable. Accomodations are okay and shared with other staff. The food offered ranged from simple DIY noodles to amazing curry, miso soup and the likes. The work itself doesn't take too long and you'll be finished before 2pm most of the time.
There are… read more
The hostel itself is quite cute and comfortable. Accomodations are okay and shared with other staff. The food offered ranged from simple DIY noodles to amazing curry, miso soup and the likes. The work itself doesn't take too long and you'll be finished before 2pm most of the time.
There are… read more
21 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Xin)
They came to here for new project of us .
she made very good art work which make our hostel be good atmosphere.
i love her works so much!!!!
she is so nice person ,so kind and has peace feeling.
i always could relax when i was with her.
i hope she is coming to our hostel one day.
Thanks a lot
Mayumi
she made very good art work which make our hostel be good atmosphere.
i love her works so much!!!!
she is so nice person ,so kind and has peace feeling.
i always could relax when i was with her.
i hope she is coming to our hostel one day.
Thanks a lot
Mayumi
(Excellent)
18 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Xin) for host
I stayed for a month and it went by like a dream! Mayumi asked me to make furniture and sculptures out of salvaged materials - it was heartening to be given complete creative licence, the freedom to experiment, gto be offered assistance when I needed (I learnt so much from working with you all!).
It was the warmest hostel I have ever been to:… read more
It was the warmest hostel I have ever been to:… read more
5 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Stefano)
He always have thought us to improve our hostel!!!!!! He thoughtfully gave me a helping hand even when he had day off.
He get used to do working about duty of hostel.
Our staff always got power from him and had good time !!!!!!!!!
We would like to him to come here again when he have chance to come back.
He get used to do working about duty of hostel.
Our staff always got power from him and had good time !!!!!!!!!
We would like to him to come here again when he have chance to come back.
(Excellent)
16 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Stefano) for host
I spent here like 6 weeks, and if I hadn't booked already in another place, I would've stayed until the end of my visa. I had one of my best time with all the crew, and we became almost a family. I was really sad when I had to leave, in this place I met some wonderful people that taught me about Japan and its culture, and I want to see them again.… read more
5 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Steffen & Julia)
They came to here for making film and taking photo about us.
That film is so fantastic and perfect.
They are professional!
It was 3rd anniversary when they were here.
3rd anniversary became a so great memory for us which we will not forget our whole life because of them.
Thank you very much
That film is so fantastic and perfect.
They are professional!
It was 3rd anniversary when they were here.
3rd anniversary became a so great memory for us which we will not forget our whole life because of them.
Thank you very much
(Excellent)
28 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Steffen & Julia) for host
We stayed at the hostel for two weeks and it was great. Mayumi, Hiro and the staff were funloving, very friendly and helpfull. We had a lot of fun producing two videos and many pictures for them and we had plenty of sparetime as well as a nice diner every day. We were lucky to be able to celebrate the 3rd anniversary by partcipating in a funny… read more
14 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jan & Tina)
Tina and Jan is a super nice person! They worked very well and were always happy to help. we could make very good 3rd birthday of our hostel that we did sports festival .
we could not make our sports festival if they was not here for helping us.
they organized it that was perfect!!!!!!
we are so happy we shared good time with them.
we hope… read more
we could not make our sports festival if they was not here for helping us.
they organized it that was perfect!!!!!!
we are so happy we shared good time with them.
we hope… read more
(Excellent)
9 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Jan & Tina) for host
We stayed in this hostel for two weeks and we had a great time. Everyone is really friendly, we met a lot of locals and guests and the evening meals were delicious. The work (cleaning in our case), wasn't hard, we had plenty of free time and what's most important - we also had a lot of fun. The hostel also celebrated its 3rd birthday while we were… read more
