Okinawa
Guesthouse
KERAMA

FAQ

We have summarized frequently asked questions to Okinawa Guesthouse KERAMA. Please find the answer to your question here first.

1. Do you accept short term guest?
I am plannning to travel Okinawa for a couple of weeks and looking for a cheap accommodation.

1. Our contract is monthly basis, meaning we require the first 30 days rent even if you are staying less than 30 days. However, it can still be cheaper than staying daily basis hostel; if you are stayin for about 14 nights at a 4000 yen / night hostel, it would be 56,000 yen while we only charge 30,000 yen for the same period.

2. Is there a security locker?

2. Yes, there is. ¥1,000 deposit is required.

3. Do I have to pay the utility fees?

3. No. It is all included. Let's try to save energy.

4. Do I have to pay to take shower?

4. No, you don't. It is included in the utility fees.Please give us about 15 minutes each time.

5. Do you have the internet access?

5. We have free wireless LAN access, and there is common PC.

6. Is there age limit?

6. No, but we require your parents' permission if you are underage (19-yrs-old or younger). Also, we refuse people who can not support themselves.

7. I have quite a lot of stuff. How much lubbage can I bring?

7. Aproximately 2 to 4 boxes can be stored in your bed space.

8. Can I register as a resident of Naha by using guesthouse address?

8. Yes, you can.If you move out, please move in immediately.

9. How long does the opening special price last?
I am planning to go to Okinawa near in the future but don't know the exact date yet. I want to stay when the special offer is still available. How long does it last?

9. We will keep offering the special price until the end of this year.

10. Do you have a private room?

10. No we don't. We only provide dormitory rooms. We'd like you to meet people from all over the world and experience different culture.

11. Is there a hair dryer?

11. Yes, there is on.

12. Can I park a bicycle or a motorcycle?

12. Basically, we can not put it, but please contact us once.

13. Do you provide futon, matress, pillow, and sheets?

13. Yes, we do. Please wash them (sheets) by yourself during your stay.

14. What kinds of people live in the guesthouse?

14. There are working holiday makers, university students, those who are on internship, those who are seeking job, those who simply work everyday, backpackers, those who are back in Japan temporarily, and many other kinds of people.

15. Can I receive mails and packages?

15. Yes, you can.

16. Is there curfew?
I like to go out drinking and might come home late at night. Is there curfew?

16. No, there isn't, however, please keep quiet after the light-out(11 p.m.)

17. Can I extend the stay?
How much would it be? I am planning to stay in Okinawa for several months. How would the rent be calculated?

17. The rent from the second 30 days is 30,000 yen. We will charge daily basis from the 31st day.

18. When does the rent start? Can I transfer the rent?
When do I pay the rent every month? My work routine is irregular. Can I transfer the rent to your bank account?

18. The rent period starts from the day you moved in. Please papy the rent every 30 days. If you would like to transfer the money, you have to pay the fee.

19. Is there a bath at the guesthouse or is there a public bath nearby?
It seems that there is a shower in the guesthouse but is there a bath tub? Or is the shower free?

19. You can use the shower for 24 hours free. If you want to use bath tub, there is public bath and spa in about 5 min on foot.

20. Is there a washing machine? Can I hang my clothes to dry?

20. There is a washing machine. There is a clother drying space.

21. Is there air conditioner and heater? Can a resident adjust the temperature of the machine?

21. It will operate 24 hours a day. The temperature will be set by a staff. We don't respond to an individual request.

22. Can I use the kitchen? I want to cook by myself and save the food costs.

22. Yes, you can. There are basic cooking tools such as refregirator, rice cooker, microwave, and so on.

23. Is there female only dormitory?

23. We have a female dormitory at the guest house CamCam Okinawa on the 1st floor.

24. Who cleans the room / house?

24. Helper staffs clean the common area. Please clean your own bed space by yourself.

25. Are there grocery store or convenience store near by?

25. Yes, there are. There is a grocery store only 3 min on foot. Also, there is LAWSON 1 min on foot.

26. Is it safe to walk around at night near the guesthouse?

26. For female customers, we will guide you to the female dormitory in CamCam Okinawa on the first floor. There are many night roads, pedestrian streets and car traffic, so it is safe.

27. Do you hold any tour or activity?
When I stayed at a guethouse in Okinawa, there were some event or party and I enjoyed them a lot. Do you hold any party or tour?

27. We are a small guesthouse so we join activities, such as barbeque party, held by our other branches. Other than that, our guests themselves hold parties such as Nabe party, farewell party, or going to Karaoke.

28. Is it close to downtown?
I go to Okinawa for work. Is it located in convenient area?

28. It's close The monorail station, bus stop, Kokusai street, prefectural office, city hall, etc. are all within walking distance.

29. I work at night. Is it possible to sleep during a day?
I am thinking of moving to guesthouse to save some money. Is it possible to sleep during a day?

29. Basically, there is no problem but if you let us know when you move in, we might be able to arrange your location.

30. How long does it take to go to a touristic spot?
I am going to Okinawa with the working holiday visa and wishing to do some sight seeing when I don't work. How far is it to go to sight seeing spot?

30. Since Naha is a base for sightseeing, it is very convenient. There are many car rental companies, and various transportations and ports to remote islands are within walking distance.

31. Is there a smoking area in the guesthouse?
There are non-smoking places everywhere recently. Is there any area where I can smoke without feeling guilty?

31. It is non-smoking inside the building but you can smoke at the balcony.

32. What time can I check in?

32. Our business hour is from 10:00 to 20:00, however, we can arrange the check-in time if you tell us in advance. Please contact about it first.

33. Can I charge my cell-phone in my bed?
Is there an outlet in each bed?

33. There are two outlets in each bed.

34. Is there parking space?

34. We don't have a parking space. Please use a coin-operated parking near our guesthouse. There are monthly parking as well but please reserve it by yourself in advance.

35. Is there any evacuation spot in case of natural disaster?

35. There is a tsunami evacuation building in Naha City within a few minutes on foot.