88%Japanese Ryokan Kashima Honkan

Hostel had lots of character and the staff were really friendly. I would definitly stay there again.

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by isoor – posted on Nov 12, 2008

7

this is a cool, affordable Ryokan. if you havent done this yet whilst in japan this is a great place to try it out. traditional japanese room, good location, very clean and secure.

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by danielsuan3143 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

23

Really large room for a single. Found it fairly easily, it's even marked on the map coming out of the subway. Didn't use the private shower/bath but the public one was very clean. Complimentary tea was nice. Really creaky floors though ;)

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by samfan837156 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

3

Thank you~!!! I enjoyed Japanese culture and had a nice time when I visited your Ryokan.^^

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by Swosw – posted on Nov 1, 2008

1

Kashima Honkan is a very nice place, though it's quite big and a bit anonymous. The japanese bath is great and the japanese style double room was really spacious! Close to entertainment district and Ramen stalls at the river banks. 15 minutes walk from JR Hakata or 3 minutes fro Gion subway. Only... more Kashima Honkan is a very nice place, though it's quite big and a bit anonymous. The japanese bath is great and the japanese style double room was really spacious! Close to entertainment district and Ramen stalls at the river banks. 15 minutes walk from JR Hakata or 3 minutes fro Gion subway. Only three stopps from the airport. The owner gave us tickets for temple lantern festival for free, superfriendly!close

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by rainer2472 – posted on Oct 30, 2008

9

Very cool experience! One person room I had was very clean and a traditional Japanese experience! Though shower is downstairs I had adequate privacy. Staff speaks good English and the free internet was nice. If you have a laptop bring a two-prong adapter as there is no outlet with a third... more Very cool experience! One person room I had was very clean and a traditional Japanese experience! Though shower is downstairs I had adequate privacy. Staff speaks good English and the free internet was nice. If you have a laptop bring a two-prong adapter as there is no outlet with a third outlet receptacle. Directions: Exit from Gion Station at Riesen-Machi Exit (it think it was #2). Walk to the 7-11, take a left at the small road/alley at the end. Follow street to the little intersection (there will be a cigarette machine on your left here). Take another left here and you'll be right in front of it (off to your left). Enjoy!close

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by spoonman843167 – posted on Oct 23, 2008

2

a sign in english pointing in or a map on the web where the ryokan would be helpuful, it is hard to decipher address in japanese, i was running around and asked for directions several times

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by abeobias8086 – posted on Oct 8, 2008

4

GREAT TRADITIONAL RYOKAN

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by daviss10112914 – posted on Oct 7, 2008

4

What an excellent stay! This is definitely one of the best hostels I've been in the world!

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by Tinale – posted on Oct 7, 2008

1

I was extremly pleased with thiｓ hostel. Large room for a single private. great food easy to get to, close to canal city. No problems here......

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by p1randal – posted on Sep 23, 2008

2

Great tradional Japanese hotel with a futon on the floor and only and small table. People were wonderful, room was huge, and you get to take a traditional japanese bath. Not for the shy.

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by paulahern685 – posted on Sep 19, 2008

7

A wonderful traditional expereience. The staff were very helpful. It's fantastically well place if you want to get to the airport, subway very close by & about 7 mins travel time.

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by ashleyhomewood6544 – posted on Sep 18, 2008

17

This is a great ryokan for a good price. I will return..

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by bored3317 – posted on Sep 3, 2008

12

Excellent traditional ryokan with great service and a beautiful garden. Near quite a lot of the sights and interesting places. Was a bit hard though so make sure to print a map off!

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by ShawnLI7550 – posted on Aug 29, 2008

6

first there's location was very easy to find and good to go anywhere!! also, there's staffs was so kind i'm surely enjoyed everything!!

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by chungki3335220 – posted on Aug 26, 2008

1

We were allowed to leave our luggage at the hostel after we checked out, but it was just left in the hallway. Staff was very friendly and informative, and spoke good english. Hostel itself was slightly spooky due to deeper shades of colors and dim lights. Overall experience was interesting and...

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by dubbug8030 – posted on Aug 23, 2008

1

A very nice place! It is a typical Ryokan where you get a big Japanese room and sleep on the floor. The place is very nice looking and you get the impression that you payed for a lot less then you get so very good value and I can recommend it to everyone. one bad thing though is that we thought... more A very nice place! It is a typical Ryokan where you get a big Japanese room and sleep on the floor. The place is very nice looking and you get the impression that you payed for a lot less then you get so very good value and I can recommend it to everyone. one bad thing though is that we thought it was a little hard to find since the entrance is very small between some other buildings. Good placeclose

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by Verdur – posted on Aug 21, 2008

1

A stellar bargain. Kind staff, very helpful and patient. Clean and an excellent value.

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by oregonjoy3371 – posted on Aug 20, 2008

1

This is the cutest ryokan and the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. I would recommend it to ANYONE no matter your age or budget

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by sarahfreuden7651 – posted on Aug 20, 2008

2

it is a really good place to stay if you want tos stay in a tradiotional, low budget place.

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by lekanis7804 – posted on Aug 17, 2008

2

I couldn't watch TV because it's too old.

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by iamkangs9731 – posted on Aug 7, 2008

1

Good place, next underground, japanese style, very big room. Quite noisy - pard/wood walls, old building with sqeezy floor;) Free internet. We spent a nice time in Hakata!

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by bodyia – posted on Aug 5, 2008

7

This is a lovely place to taste if you want a taste of traditional Japan. Very relaxing place with garden views from the rooms and everything you need. Handy to the subway, and not far from the train station or ferry terminal.

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by jessormond9728 – posted on Aug 2, 2008

2

Amazing roykan! The best we satyed in during our 2 week stay in Japan. Wonderful staff, easy to find, very traditional! Would stay again in a heart beat!

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by chelsey2222359 – posted on Aug 1, 2008

7

This place is really great. Rooms are big, clean and authentic. The whole environment is super-relaxing. Location is very convenient for sight-seeing. The couple that run the place don't speak very much English but during the day there are other staff who can help out. Note that the reception... more This place is really great. Rooms are big, clean and authentic. The whole environment is super-relaxing. Location is very convenient for sight-seeing. The couple that run the place don't speak very much English but during the day there are other staff who can help out. Note that the reception closes at midnight after which time you can't get back in unless they're expecting you... so it's not a late-night party location.close

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by jesse2745 – posted on Aug 1, 2008

31

I had a very pleasant experience and loved the Japanese style breakfast that they offered in the morning.

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by jmzehm1518 – posted on Aug 1, 2008

2

The location was good, close to the subway. Very traditional Japanese room, but the TV didn't receive signal well and I could barely watch it. The room was very dusty but very large for one person. The water was not working when I used it. The staff was helpful and polite!

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by aikokaren – posted on Aug 1, 2008

2

This is a cosy little place to relax. I've stayed here twice, and both times the staff has been excellent. If you ever have any questions about the city, don't hesitate to ask. They were even willing to call for us and find out if a place was open. The only downside is that some of the rooms are... more This is a cosy little place to relax. I've stayed here twice, and both times the staff has been excellent. If you ever have any questions about the city, don't hesitate to ask. They were even willing to call for us and find out if a place was open. The only downside is that some of the rooms are a litle old looking. If you want to come in late, they can also give you a key for the front door. :)close

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by halli9130 – posted on Jul 31, 2008

1

Perfect location and gorgeous setting around the courtyard.

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by codowd – posted on Jul 27, 2008

32

It was a great hostel close to everything and welcoming the guests

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by nigelmccarron8023 – posted on Jul 21, 2008

3

I love this ryokan. Fantastic value for money and truly peaceful in the middle of a very busy Fukuoka. Highly recommended.

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by phatbaboon2145 – posted on Jul 16, 2008

4

Living it the japanese way is a great fun. Will definately come back again

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by fikttion – posted on Jul 15, 2008

4

Wonderful experience in traditional Japanese Ryokan. Operated by warm and friendly old Japanese couple. Will definitely stay here again next time I in Fukuoka.

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by IceIceNavy – posted on Jul 13, 2008

3

An excellent ryokan- much nicer than any other i've stayed in. and great staff: the owner recommended a great izakaya near the hotel and walked us there and ordered some dishes for us. excellent!

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by kellyger – posted on Jul 13, 2008

2

I was really amazed as soon as I got through the corridor, by the beauty of the ryokan. When my host opened my room's door, I thought she had made a mistake : That was so big, so beautiful. Anyway, if anyone says me he is going to Fukuoka, I will tell him to go to Ryokan Kashima, I guarantee...

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by frenchdaniel9138 – posted on Jul 12, 2008

1

Stayed for a couple of nights and the Japanese style rooms are huge. Located in a nice cosy area near Hakata station and easy access to many, many small Japanese restaurants in the small roads and alleys. Also near the bus stop, subway, etc. plus within walking distance to Tenjin. Very... more Stayed for a couple of nights and the Japanese style rooms are huge. Located in a nice cosy area near Hakata station and easy access to many, many small Japanese restaurants in the small roads and alleys. Also near the bus stop, subway, etc. plus within walking distance to Tenjin. Very convenient. I'm not sure if they get many foreign guests (there were a lot when I was there) but the staff barely speaks any English which makes conversations hard.close

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by eugenechtan – posted on Jul 8, 2008

3

An authentic ryokan experience, we'd recommend. Mostly occupied by Japanese tourists and only the odd outsider.

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by toocooltobeforgotten2147 – posted on Jul 5, 2008

5

quite nice, helpful staff. room smelt a little bit. internet is meant to only be in the lobby but the signal was strong enough to get it in my room.

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by nicksweeney4250 – posted on Jul 5, 2008

9

great　place to stay for cheap

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by thomas22407720 – posted on Jul 3, 2008

1

lovely traditional place, have stayed in other ryokans no where near as lovely

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by MattB – posted on Jun 25, 2008

7