Spacious, traditional Japanese house. Two separate large bedrooms, with comfortable futons and small well equipped kitchen. Good walking distance to Hase train station and accommodating hosts. It was a great experience to live in a traditional house even if only overnight.

Stayed in April 2025

There is no handrail at the staircase, so we had to press on the wall. Also, there is no bathtub, only showers.

Clean, cozy, spacious and elegantly decorated. Unlike other authentic Japanese house that we stayed before (very old), Rakuan has been decorated in a stylish way yet the traditional elements are maintained, so it has not lost its authenticity. Location is superp - public carpark is less than 2mins walk and Hase station can be reached in a few minutes with beautiful cafe, train track and shop along the way.

Stayed in March 2025

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The excellent interior design and surroundings. Perfectly close to Hase station and the beach.

Stayed in November 2024

Very authentic Japanese in a quiet location but close to town!

Stayed in October 2024

Our host was an excellent communicator - friendly, welcoming, and responsive when we sought guidance or support - he went out of his way on two occasions to assist in events where we were under time pressure - nothing seemed to be a problem. Very graciois 🙏

Stayed in July 2024

Loved everything about this wonderful place! It’s a spacious tastefully decorated and fully stocked traditional Japanese home near the Hase train station. We used the owner’s bicycles to visit all the temples and shrines in the Kamakura area, making touring easy.

Stayed in May 2024

Such a nice host, easily located, centrally-located, clean & very comfortable!

Stayed in March 2024

Well located near to Hase station and the main attractions of the area. The checkin process was easy and we got an explanation of how everything works, together with some very good recommendations of places to eat around the area. In addition, we got provided with everything we needed for our stay (toiletries, coffee, etc) and the house was just stunning!

Stayed in May 2024

The check out time states 10am in the booking site however 11am in the welcome booklet so there was a bit of confusion there. Otherwise everything perfect.

Everything was so beautiful and lots of detail. I love that there was bikes and surfboards included.

Stayed in April 2024

Great location near the Great Buddha. A beautiful wooden Japanese house with very friendly owners. Cannot recommend enough! They answered all our questions and recommended some very good vegetarian restaurants. Also close to the sea and an amazing bakery.

Stayed in April 2024

The guest was very helpful and responding to all my questions/messages. His English was perfect and it was very easy to communicate with him. Also the style of the house giving us the possibility to experience a typical Japanese style house during our trip.

Typical Japanese style house in a very calm neighborhood. It is close to a small shrine, calm and not crowded. At 5 min walking distance from the tram and from the sea. Several restaurants in the area, boulangeries… Possible to have a calm evening at home with self made food thanks to a fully equipped kitchen. Two shower and laundry facilities was also a plus!

Stayed in April 2024

Very helpful guide and super kind service from the staff. The house is very beautiful and comfortable with amazing location. Went there with my parents and we loved it! We walk to the house with big luggages from Hase Station with ease. And it takes only few minutes to walk to Lawson, the sea, and other cute cafes(Paso coffee shop is a MUST for those who love filter coffee). Recommended!👍🏻✅

Stayed in March 2024

We had a fabulous time at the property. The host was attentive and the place was spotless. It's a bit like a hidden gem. We should have stayed longer.

Stayed in January 2024

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The host was very kind, friendly and helpful.

Stayed in January 2024

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Lovely Japanese house with outstanding interior design and equipment.

Stayed in December 2023

As with any Japanese countryside house, sometimes insects go into and out but they are harmless. Just addictive to the true Japanese countryside living experience.

Japanese traditional tatami mattress smells so good. So comfortable sitting on it and with summer breeze from the south face courtyard enjoyable. Japanese incense and kourou provided. Rooms well decorated with flower, cleaned hardwood floor, very spacious and clean toilets (one both floor), well equipped kitchen and large fridge, washing machine with dryer, two showers with two sets of bathroom tubs. 5 mins to seaside, 3 mins to Hase station, 2 min to Hase temple, 15 mins to Daibutsu, 20 min walking to Inamuragasaki.

Stayed in July 2023

Cozy and nice place to stay

Stayed in June 2023

Very beautiful traditional style Japanese house tucked away in a quiet neighborhood that is a ten minute walk to the Kamakura Daibutsu and five minutes to Hase station

Stayed in June 2023

Perfect location, lively environment, very friendly vibe, feel like home, have a lot of facilities

Stayed in June 2023

Big and clean， everything on site

Stayed in June 2023

The homestay is very comfortable. It’s a wonderful trip.

Stayed in June 2023

The host is really hospitable and friendly!! luckily that day only we use the house which make us feel free to live there. can rent a bike there and very flexible with the bike rental time! it’s a lovely and cozy house and near the station.

Stayed in March 2023

badly signposted, we couldn’t find where it was and we ended up looking for hours. but the man came and helped us in the end which was great. maybe just a sign on the main road for travellers?

loved the Japanese culture theme, very friendly staff.

Stayed in April 2023

It provides the bicycle! Riding a bicycle along the beach is very pleasant!

Stayed in March 2023