List of the Best Hostels in Japan [With Prices and Photos]
Searching for the best hostels can be a bit overwhelming, especially when there are so many to choose from. This is the ultimate list of the BEST HOSTELS IN JAPAN, including prices, reviews, and locations, all in one place!
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In the article you will find – Best hostels in Tokyo; Best hostels in Kyoto; Best hostels in Osaka; Best hostels in Hiroshima; Best hostels in Nara; Best hostels in Fukuoka City; Best hostels in Nagoya; Best hostels in Sapporo; Best hostels in Mount Fuji; and Best hostels in Okinawa.
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| Hostel | About this Hostel | Price |
|---|---|---|
 | All rooms at Khaosan Tokyo Kabuki Hostel are air-conditioned and non-smoking. Both dormitory rooms with shared bathrooms and private rooms with private bathrooms are available. |  |
 | Piece Hostel Sanjo enjoys a commanding position in the culture, shopping, sightseeing hub of Kyoto. Step into one of 58 inviting rooms and escape the stresses of the day with a wide range of amenities such as television LCD/plasma screen, linens, towels, internet access – wireless, internet access – wireless (complimentary) which can be found in some rooms. | |
 | Osaka Hana Hostel - Room with Kitchen for Long Stay offers private and dormitory-style accommodations with free Wi-Fi. The air-conditioned dormitory-style rooms feature curtains, bed lights, and plug outlets in each bunk. Some spacious studio-type rooms come with a kitchenette, TV, and a private bathroom. Private Japanese-style rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding are available as well. | |
 | 88House Hiroshima is ideally situated in Higashi Ward; one of the city's most popular locales. For the comfort and convenience of guests, the hotel offers luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas, family room, BBQ facilities, laundry service. | |
 | Nara Guesthouse 3F offers simple accommodations fitted with natural-colored wooden furnishings. Free WiFi is available in all areas. A complimentary breakfast is served in the dining room. The 3F Guest house features a shared kitchen which includes a microwave, a fridge, and a toaster. Luggage storage is also available at the front desk. | |
 | Guesthouse Hokorobi is located in the Sawara area of Fukuoka. It is home to 10 bedrooms. All are tastefully furnished and many even provide such comforts as internet access – wireless, internet access – wireless (complimentary), whirlpool bathtub, nonsmoking rooms, air conditioning. | |
 | Kyoya Ryokan - Adult Only enjoys a commanding position in the shopping, sightseeing, restaurants hub of Nagoya. Guests can choose from 9 rooms, all of which exude an atmosphere of total peace and harmony. Besides, the hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. | |
 | Guest House Yasube offers beds in shared dormitory rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a free-use internet PC, a 15-minute walk from Susukino Station. It also offers a bunk in air-conditioned shared dormitory rooms, with a curtain for privacy. Lockers are available, and each room comes with a shared toilet. | |
 | K’s House Mount Fuji is a 10-minute walk from Kawaguchiko Train Station. Guests at Mt. Fuji K’s House can choose a bed in a dormitory room or experience a Japanese room with futon beds and tatami (woven-straw) flooring. All rooms have shared bathrooms. Free tea and coffee are offered in the lounge, which also includes a small English-language library. | |
 | A 3-minute walk from Naha Ferry Terminal, Star Capsule 那覇 features capsule-style accommodations with a reading light and an alarm clock. WiFi access is available in public areas and is free of charge. | |
EXTRA TIP: If you’d like to travel by train around Japan then you should get a Japan Rail Pass! Japan Rail Pass is a multi-use discounted ticket, valid for travels on all JR national trains in Japan, including Shinkansen bullet trains and Narita Express. You can select 7, 14, or 21 consecutive validity days.
You can order your Japan Rail Pass online. You will receive an Exchange Order (delivery in Japan available), which then needs to be exchanged and activated in Japan for the actual JR Pass. All foreign nationals who visit Japan for tourist reasons can purchase and can also easily choose between Standard and Green Pass (first class).
The Best Hostels in Tokyo
Khaosan Tokyo Kabuki
PRICE: Dorms from $31.43
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Why is it one of the best hostels in Japan?
FAMOUS FOR: This hostel is superb, the staff is friendly, helpful, full of local knowledge, and goes the extra mile. All the hosts are friendly, interactive, and approachable! The location is really good, close to the metro. It’s near the train station, supermarket, and restaurants. The facilities are clean, the room is spacious, air-conditioned, with fast wireless internet. This hostel has everything a traveler could want! Simply one of the best hostels in Tokyo, Japan.
Hotel Kaminarimon Asakusa Sensoji Temple
PRICE: Privates from $49.76
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Why is it one of the best hostels in Japan?
FAMOUS FOR: A serene place with the romantic atmosphere of the good old days. Experience Japanese ryokan right next to one of the most visited locations. A very clean traditional hostel, room cleaned every day, new green tea and hot water, towels, bathroom set, yukata every day as well. The hotel is nicely decorated and has a nice vibe and helpful staff. The location is excellent, conveniently located right beside the Kaminarimon gate of Asakusa. This hotel is a wonderful place to stay, truly one of the best hostels in Tokyo, Japan.
The Best Hostels in Kyoto
Piece Hostel Sanjo
PRICE: Dorms from $27.93
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Why is it one of the best hostels in Japan?
FAMOUS FOR: Excellent hostel in a great location in Kyoto. Great location in Sanjo area which is a subway ride away from Kyoto station- good shopping and unique shops in the area. The hostel is super cute, modern, and contemporary. This place is amazing, has a beautiful atmosphere and is very clean. Simply more than a simple hostel with fantastic staff! Offered free breakfast is impressive with a wide variety of food to choose from. Great place, equipment, services, and location. All the facilities are top-notch! Common areas are bright and airy, and the kitchen/social area is well appointed. The public areas are very nicely done up – cool, trendy and hip! The place is fantastic and truly one of the best hostels in Kyoto, Japan!
Guest House Hitsuji-An
PRICE: Dorms from $19.21
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FAMOUS FOR: A traditional Japanese house located in the heart of Kyoto. Nori-san runs a wonderful Guesthouse with great character and wonderful little additions that make it unique and provides great privacy, especially for community sleeping situations. A lovely guesthouse in Kyoto, a traditional homestay, quiet and cozy. Very peaceful and has a nice common area to meet other travelers. The location of this guesthouse is really good. There are many different stations of different transportation nearby, like a bus station, JR station, subway, and so on, all of them can be arrived just by walking. One of the best hostels in Kyoto, Japan.
The Best Hostels in Osaka
Osaka Hana Hostel
PRICE: Dorms from $24.49 while Privates from $27.98
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Why is it one of the best hostels in Japan?
FAMOUS FOR: Hostel has spacious private beds, decently sized showers, and toilets with enough legroom to be able to sit on them. This hostel is located near the dynamic district of Osaka. The hostel also has a small bar downstairs where you can enjoy one sake for free. When you go outside the hostel, you are in an area full of shops where you can go shopping. The best thing about Osaka Hana Hostel is the friendly receptionists. They are friendly, and it’s great to have them around. This hostel felt more like a nice hotel than a hostel. One of the best hostels in Osaka, Japan!
The Best Hostels in Hiroshima
88 House Hiroshima
PRICE: Privates from $24.49
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FAMOUS FOR: An excellent place for resting away from the noise of the city. A great place in Hiroshima with amazing staff and great company. This hostel is a very typical Japanese where you will sleep on a foldable mat on the floor, but this is still quite comfortable. A nice oasis of calm and green on the outskirts of a very busy city. The atmosphere of the hostel is very relaxed and is conducive to kicking back, feeling at home, and being open to new people and experiences. The house is amazing, with Japanese-style tatami rooms with futons, and a river outside, so relaxing to fall asleep to. Kengo, the owner, is great, really friendly and helpful, with good English. A great place to stay and one of the best hostels in Hiroshima, Japan!
Guest House Roku
PRICE: Privates from $24.49 while Privates from $30.61
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Why is it one of the best hostels in Japan?
FAMOUS FOR: Cute little hostel – a traditional Japanese house very cozy but nice big room. The bar they have is super fun at night; even locals come around to have a drink! They hire out bicycles for a really good price, and it makes it easier to get around. The staff and atmosphere are simply amazing. The facility is extremely clean and organized, and it’s well worth the price! The common area is quaint with a nice little garden and patio furniture. The space within the guest house has been used extremely well with a lot of thoughtful detailing. Friendly, warm, and exceptionally comfortable, the Roku guesthouse is one of the best hostels in Hiroshima, Japan!
The Best Hostels in Nara
Nara Guest House 3F
PRICE: Dorms from $26.23 while Privates from $34.98
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Why is it one of the best hostels in Japan?
FAMOUS FOR: Excellent guesthouse located in the heart of the town. It’s a wonderful place to explore Nara, just 2 min away from the main entrance to the historical site. Hostel with excellent location, clean facilities, friendly staff, and delicious breakfast every morning! If you like a morning jog, try going towards Kofukuji Temple (which is just beside the hostel), towards Nara Park, and up to Wakakusa Hill! You’ll be greeted by deer, friendly locals, and an amazing view along the way. The price is exceptional for the value of location, facilities, and level of hospitality. Great backpackers place, truly one of the best hostels in Nara, Japan!
The Best Hostels in Fukuoka City
Guest House Hokorobi
PRICE: Dorms from $20.99
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Why is it one of the best hostels in Japan?
FAMOUS FOR: A quiet, pleasant hostel with friendly staff in a residential neighborhood. Lovely hostel with large spacious rooms and very friendly and helpful staff. Large, sunny, and clean rooms with curtains on bunk beds for privacy and big lockers with space to hang clothes. Each room has an ensuite bathroom. Their staff is friendly and speaks English. Perfectly one of the best hostels in Fukuoka City, Japan!
Fukuoka Hana Hostel
PRICE: Dorms from $24.49 while Privates from $29.73
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FAMOUS FOR: Hana Hostel is a great budget place to stay for solo travelers. At a great location, minutes walk to Canal City. Hakata station is also within walking distance, and with the bike rental service, most of Fukuoka’s attractions around the Hakata and Tenjin area are easily reachable. The room is clean, Wi-Fi is free and the signal is quite good. There’s a washing machine and a dryer on the rooftop if you need to do laundry. Convenient store nearby, just a few blocks away. The staff and residents are friendly. A comfortable stay with well-organized facilities and kind staff, truly one of the best hostels in Fukuoka City, Japan!
The Best Hostels in Nagoya
Kyoya Ryokan
PRICE: Dorms from $28.86 while Privates from $70.83
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Why is it one of the best hostels in Japan?
FAMOUS FOR: A very relaxing and traditional experience. The nature-sound music playing, gorgeous traditional Japanese garden, and public bath all contribute to a great atmosphere. Kind and helpful staff, nice atmosphere, clean room, and the location is very close to Nagoya castle. The dormitory is clean and spacious, with a personal kitchen, toilet, shower room, and lockers. The bath is nice too, and they had a fantastic garden which you walk through to go to the bathroom. Free tea and water are available. The Japanese breakfast is delicious and very filling, but the best part is that they “rent” bicycles for FREE. The staff is friendly, courteous, and helpful. A very wonderful oasis, truly one of the best hostels in Nagoya, Japan!
Glocal Nagoya Backpackers Hostel
PRICE: Dorms from $28.33 while Privates from $113.33an
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FAMOUS FOR: A great hostel bar, minutes away from the train station and central area. Has very friendly staff, an excellent lent location, an excellent lent bar, and clean and good infrastructure. Highly impressed with the lovely staff who are not only very friendly and professional but also spoke an impressive level of English. The reception area is stylish and comfortable, complete with a bookshelf of Lonely Planets for various countries. The bunk rooms are modern and clean. A highly recommended hostel, truly one of the best hostels in Nagoya, Japan!
The Best Hostels in Sapporo
YasubYoutube
PRICE: Dorms from $26.23
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FAMOUS FOR: The place is nice and perfectly located. It is very cozy, and the atmosphere makes you feel at home while immersing you in Japanese daily life. Mr. Kawai is a very nice host and makes excellent coffee ( a must-have every morning). Nice, clean, and good lockers. There is a very relaxed and “home away from home” feel. Relaxed, Friendly, Cozy, and Good with Coffee, Yasube is one of the best hostels in Sapporo, Japan!
Time Peace Apartment
PRICE: Dorms from $26.23
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Why is it one of the best hostels in Japan?
FAMOUS FOR: A nice small Hl in Sapporo, super clean, big solid bunk beds, all the usual facilities plus free delicious coffee in the morning with breakfast! Providing free bread and superb brewed coffee in the morning. Nice and clean shower room and toilet. The host is really friendly plus the nice atmosphere makes people relax. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful; it felt like they were travelers rather than staff! Highly recommended and perfectly one of the best hostels in Sapporo, Japan!
The Best Hostels in Mount Fuji
K’s House Mt.Fuji
PRICE: Dorms from $21.86 while Privates from $26.23
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FAMOUS FOR: Nice hostel! They had sessions for calligraphy, origami, painting, and cooking lessons during the night, which is a nice way to meet people and learn the culture! A great hostel and pic pick service from the station is a great touch, considering the location is quite a walk. Close to convenience stores and easy walking distance from the station. The place is clean and has great facilities (kitchen and bathrooms). The deluxe dorms almost felt like private rooms with stains. Dorms have lockers and plenty of space for rucksacks. The price is really good for this hostel. The hostel has a low-cost trip so sightseeing Mt. Fuji is recommendable. Remarkable staff, super friendly and helpful. Staff, facilities, cost, location – all great. K’s House Mt. Fuji defies one of the best hostels in Mount Fuji, Japan!
Guesthouse Tokiwa
PRICE: Dorms from $24.05 while Privates from $30.61
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FAMOUS FOR: Traditional Japanese house with a traditional living room. A fantastic little hostel with friendly staff who can speak some English. The location is good – a few minminuteslk from Fujinomiya train station and bus terminal. All very clean. Air-con. Living room, kitchen, shower, hairdryer, and washing machine. Every bed has a little curtain around, and a reading light plus wi-fi works great. The dorm itself is super clean, and the wooden bed doesn’t squeak with minor movements. Owners are very very nice and welcoming, always willing to help and recommend great places to go in and outside the area. Guesthouse Tokiwa defies initely one of the best hostels in Mount Fuji, Japan.
The Best Hostels in Okinawa
Star Capsule Hotel
PRICE: Dorms from $26.23
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Why is it one of the best hostels in Japan?
FAMOUS FOR: a Cozy little place with a friendly welcoming atmosphere. This hostel is the best budget option in Naha that has super clean facilities. Each capsule has its television and is way more spacious. The bathrooms, showers, and kitchen are really clean, and the beds are comfortable. It’s one of only a few budget options in Naha but a great one! Good location, a short walk from Asahibashi station. The location of this capsule hostel is brilliant; it’s within walking distance to Kokusai street, Chinese gardens, Naha Bus terminal, and if you fancy it, Naminoue beach. Many convenience stores and restaurantsnearebyy. The host is very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about the area. Really good value for money and trees ly one of the best hostels in Okinawa, Japan.
Guest House Okinawa Monogatari
PRICE: Dorms from $19.24 while Privates from $19.24
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Why is it one of the best hostels in Japan?
FAMOUS FOR: This guest house along International Avenue in Naha offers comfortable and clean accommodation at a budget price. Very near subway station Makishi that could bring you conveniently from the airport to this hotel and back. Fantastic location: close to monorail, restaurants, 24-hour convenience stores, gift shops, sauna, cafes, etc. The Standard of service is above the average, definitely one of the best hostels in Okinawa, Japan.
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