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Sakurakan - Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, a quick walk to Chiran Peace Museum

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Exterior
Free self-parking
Restaurant
Lobby
Double Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$110
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Women only

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Japanese Style Room, Superior

Japanese Style Room, Superior

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Shared Dormitory, Men only

Shared Dormitory, Men only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Double Room

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Japanese Style Room, Standard

Japanese Style Room, Standard

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
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About the area

Located in Chiranchokori, a neighbourhood in Minamikyushu, Sakurakan - Hostel is near theme parks. Kamafuta Shrine and Takeda Shrine are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Iwaya Park and Mount Onodake. Chiran Peace Museum and Satsuma Denshōkan are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Map
17156, Chiran, Minamikyushu, Kagoshima, 897-0302

What's nearby

  • Chiran Peace Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Samurai Houses - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Chiran Doll & Toy Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Satsuma Denshōkan - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Hirakawa Zoological Park - 29 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Sakanoue Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪そば茶屋 吹上庵 知覧武家屋敷店 - ‬5 min drive
  • Grights Coffee Roastery
  • ‪知覧パラダイス - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪知覧農園 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪CAFE 201 - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sakurakan - Hostel

Hostel remodelled in 2020 and located near Chiran Peace Museum
Located close to Satsuma Denshōkan, Sakurakan - Hostel provides a terrace, shopping on-site and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, a TV in reception and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and free newspapers
Room features
All guest rooms at Sakurakan - Hostel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Toilets with electronic bidets, hairdryers and shampoo
  • Mini fridges, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - March 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

Sakurakan Hostel
Sakurakan Hostel Minamikyushu
Sakurakan - Hostel Minamikyushu
Sakurakan - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Sakurakan - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Minamikyushu

Frequently asked questions

Is Sakurakan - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sakurakan - Hostel?

As of 14 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sakurakan - Hostel on 20 Aug 2025 start from AU$109.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sakurakan - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sakurakan - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sakurakan - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sakurakan - Hostel located?

Located in Chiranchokori, this hostel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Chiran Peace Museum, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Satsuma Denshōkan and Iwaya Park. Kamafuta Shrine and Takeda Shrine are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Sakurakan - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location right in front of the bus stop to Kagoshima train station but most importantly super nice and helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
特攻平和会館から近く、早朝の戦跡観光もでき、大変満足しています。また知覧を訪問させていただく際は、宿泊させていただきます。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomomi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
実家の片付けのため知覧に帰省中、ダブルルームに泊まりました。とても快適で特にベッドとシーツが清潔で気持ちよく過ごせました。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方が親切でほっこりしました！知覧特攻平和会館へも歩いていけ、立地も良かったです。ドミトリーでセキュリティボックスがないので貴重品の扱いには要注意ですが、防水の袋に入れて持ち歩けば問題ないと思います。朝ごはんも魚に納豆、海苔と理想的でおいしかったです。また次回知覧観光する際にも、是非こちらで宿泊させていただければ幸いです。この度は本当に有難うございました！
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kazuhiko

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kazunori

Liked: Staff & service

とにかくリーズナブル

リーズナブルに利用するならおすすめ 冬場はシャワーだけはつらい
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

hisaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
落ち着いた雰囲気で良かったです。 朝ご飯も家庭的で美味しい。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tambout

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

yuuichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
よかった
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kazuhiko

とても親切かつ明るい接客でした。母もとても良かったと言ってました。知覧は日本男子も女子も是非一度歴史を知る良い場所です。おもてなしありがとうございました。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hiroki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

みく

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
知覧特攻平和会館へ行くために宿泊しました。 平和公園の前にあるので場所が分かりやすいです。 宿泊客が少なく、相部屋でしたが貸切状態で泊まれました。 スタッフの方の対応が良く気持ち良く過ごせました。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

タバタムツロウ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
スタッフは完璧なおもてなしをして下さいました。少し施設は古いですが、清潔でしたし、所々リフォームもされてたので良かったです。周りに何もないのが残念です。居酒屋、飲み屋、喫茶店等不足ですね。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shinya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Yoichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
値段もリーズナブルで部屋も広くWi-Fiも繋がりやすくとても快適でした。
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

keiji

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
親切丁寧な接客で大変満足しました。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

進

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
お風呂の清掃及び維持管理が大変と思いますが、湯船に入れなかったのは残念でした。ドミトリーの料金で贅沢は言えないので、近隣に銭湯有の説明もあり、この料金ではシャワーで充分でした。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Akihiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

れいこ

Liked: Staff & service
経営者の方のおもてなしは嬉しかったですよね
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shogo

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

YUKAKO

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Terutada

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
受付の方は非常に親しみやすい方でした。 雨で家族分の傘をかしていただきました。 部屋の頭元の黒い棚に埃がたまっていたのが気になりました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021