Kerama Backpackers is located just under a 10-minute walk from the eastern shore of Tokashiki Island. There is a garden at the property and WiFi is available in all areas. The hostel offers free pick-up service from Tokashiki Port upon reservation. Each room has air-conditioning and heating systems. There are clothes racks and safety deposit boxes. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Guests are free to use the shared kitchen and enjoy relaxing in the shared lounge, garden or terrace. The property offers free shuttles to a marine shop near Aharen Beach, where guests can enjoy activities and use a shower. Naha Port is a 90-minute ferry ride away, and Naha Airport is a 30-minute Yuirail ride from Naha Port.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
4 futon beds
2 bunk beds
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1 futon bed
2 bunk beds
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1 futon bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.4
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Tokashiki
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Munck
    South Korea South Korea
    The small accommodation felt homey and private. The staff was super kind and helpful. I was recommemed to go there by and friend and I's recommend it to anyone else whos's looking for a backpacker hostel
  • Leanne
    Canada Canada
    From the beginning of my trip to Tokashiki Island, the staff for Kerama backpackers were there to help. They picked me up from the ferry and drove me and some other guests up to the beach since check-in wasn't until 4pm. I was able to rent snorkel...
  • René
    Germany Germany
    A very nice hostel on one of the most beautiful islands in Japan. From day one I didn't feel like a guest but like part of the family. One of the best hostels in my entire stay in Japan (3 months). If you are looking for peace, nature and deserted...

Managed by Atsushi (Morino) Shimaoka

Company review score: 9.5Based on 284 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Kerama Backpackers is located on Tokashiki Island, an island in the Kerama Islands. The Kerama Islands were recently designated as Japan’s 31st National Park as of March, 2014. Tokashiki Island is well-known in Japan for its coral and beaches, and you can enjoy various marine sports such as diving and snorkeling. Kerama Backpackers is the only hostel-style accommodation in Tokashiki. There are a Mixed dorm as well as a Female dorm, in addition to a Japanese-style room (private room or Mix dorm) with tatami mats. We also have a comfortable common room, kitchen, laundry, and shower rooms in the hostel. Please feel free to ask our staff about not only our marine sports plans, but also local information including sightseeing sites and nearby restaurants.

Neighbourhood information

There is not a beach for swimming in the Tokashiki area. If you want to swim in the sea, you should go to the Aharen beach or Tokashiku beach. There is a marine shop of the same management of our guest house "Islands trip" in the Aharen area. You can use freely (shower room, luggage storage, etc.) of the facility at "Islands trip". We are also free transportation to "Islands trip", please ask to our staff about time schedule.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Kerama Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linen
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

House rules

Kerama Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 18:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 6 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 6 and older are allowed)

Mastercard Visa JCB American Express Cash is not accepted Kerama Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

To use the property's free shuttle, please make a reservation at least 1 day in advance with your ferry schedule and estimated time of arrival at Tokashiki Port. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that public ferry schedules are subject to change depending on seasonality and weather conditions. Cancellation charges may vary. Please contact the property for more details.

In order for the property to notify the guest in case of any ferry cancellation, please indicate a phone number that property can reach the guest on the day before the check-in date at the time of booking. If the guest is travelling before reaching Kerama Backpackers, please inform the hotel of the name of the property at which the guest is staying at on the night before the check-in date at Kerama Backpackers.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Kerama Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

License number: 第 H26-3号

FAQs about Kerama Backpackers

  • Kerama Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Snorkelling
    • Canoeing

  • Room options at Kerama Backpackers include:

    • Bed in Dormitory
    • Family
    • Quadruple
    • Twin

  • Check-in at Kerama Backpackers is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Kerama Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Kerama Backpackers is 500 yards from the centre of Tokashiki. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.