Located in Katsushika, YAWP! backpackers - Hostel is within a 10-minute drive of popular attractions such as Tokyo Skytree and Sensoji Temple. This 12-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.
Shibamata Taishakuten Temple - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Katsushika Shibamata Torasan Memorial Hall - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Yamamototei - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Katsushika Symphony Hills Cultural Center - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles
Getting around
Keisei-Takasago Station - 3 min walk
Yotsugi Station - 5 min drive
Haneda Airport (HND) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
麺心國もと - 2 min walk
鳳龍軒 - 2 min walk
餃子の王将 - 4 min walk
鳥貴族京成高砂店 - 2 min walk
レストラン・デキムラ - 2 min walk
About this property
YAWP! backpackers - Hostel
At YAWP! backpackers - Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Helpful staff can provide luggage storage and a safe deposit box at the front desk.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles. Bathrooms are shared.
Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Check-out
Check-out before 10 PM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (11 AM - 3 PM) and Monday - Sunday (6 PM - midnight)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in hours are 11 AM to 3 PM and 6 PM to midnight.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
This property doesn't allow children 6 and younger (only guests older than 6 are allowed)
Important information
Fees
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Check-in: 11 AM—-midnight
Check-out: 10 PM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
No parking is available onsite.
This property accepts cash.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
YAWP! backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Tokyo
Frequently asked questions
Is a free cancellation option available at YAWP! backpackers - Hostel?
YAWP! backpackers - Hostel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.
What's there to do within easy reach of YAWP! backpackers - Hostel?
This hostel is situated in Katsushika, close to Tokyo Skytree, Sensoji Temple, and Ueno Park. You'll also find Sumida River and Konica Minolta Planetarium Tenku within a short drive.
Is there parking available at YAWP! backpackers - Hostel?
No, there isn't parking at this hostel.
Does YAWP! backpackers - Hostel feature a casino at the property?
No, YAWP! backpackers - Hostel doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at YAWP! backpackers - Hostel?
No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.
What do couples enjoy most about YAWP! backpackers - Hostel?
Couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant, a free daily breakfast, and a terrace at this hostel.
Does YAWP! backpackers - Hostel have a hot tub?
No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.
Does YAWP! backpackers - Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?
Yes, YAWP! backpackers - Hostel serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.
Will YAWP! backpackers - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at YAWP! backpackers - Hostel.
Does YAWP! backpackers - Hostel have connecting rooms available?
No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How close is the airport from YAWP! backpackers - Hostel?
The closest major airport to YAWP! backpackers - Hostel is Haneda Airport (HND), which is 22 mi away (57 minutes by car). Another top airport is Narita Intl. Airport (NRT), which is around 29.1 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at YAWP! backpackers - Hostel?
No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at YAWP! backpackers - Hostel.
YAWP! backpackers - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 145 reviews
10 - Excellent
91
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 145 reviews
8 - Good
24
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 145 reviews
6 - Okay
11
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 145 reviews
4 - Poor
7
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 145 reviews
2 - Terrible
12
8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Janne
Feb 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The best hostel experience I've had! The capsule style beds seemed intimidating at first but turned out to be very cozy, the sheets were changed once a week so the beds kept clean even on a longer stay. The owner, Tak is nice and a good dude to talk to, even took us out to eat at small local places which was very cool of him. Will defenetly stay here again if I'm ever in Tokyo and can't recommend it enough for a good budget stay!
Very helpful host, comfortable beds and a great atmosphere. I felt safe leaving my stuff behind, but there are lockers as well for small valuables. Well worth it for a solo traveller like me :)
I didn’t stay, but it’s great for what it is. I just couldn’t stay because I’m very claustrophobic and I underestimated how claustrophobic I was. The host is really nice. It’s a wonderful place if that’s a fit for you if you’re claustrophobic don’t go there but if you’re not, it’s fine. It’s very good for what it is but I didn’t stay.
Great convenient area although a little secluded from all the big tourist attractions but with it's own attractions.
samuel
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Christopher
Jul 27, 2025
It's okay for the money you're paying.
Christopher
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Hudson
May 21, 2025
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The place was lovely if you’re looking for a quiet place to stay. The owner was amazing, our favourite person we met in Japan. Truly a kind and welcoming person who was fun to talk to and spend time with. Highly recommend if your on a budget.
The staff is very rude.
There is only one shower to be shared by alll.
No proper desk for laptop or work.
The free breakfast is bread and jam. Nothing else.
One small table to be shared by all for meals and the light is broken.
This is the worst of the 3 accomodations that I have stayed for this Japan trip.
Very cool hostel! Has a chic coffee shop and clothing shop downstairs, host was extremely nice and made sure that people were comfortable, right next to Keisei Takasago station for easy commute. I had a great time talking and hanging out with host and fellow hostelmates, will be coming back!
Tuk was an amazing host. I left an item there and he offered to ship it to my next hostel for free. He cares about his guests and will even help you with a map of where to go. The hostel beds were comfortable and rooms/ toilets were decently clean. It is also conveniently next to the train station.
This was the best experience I've ever had . I was nervous about going to Tokyo but Tak made me feel right at home . I enjoyed our conversations, laughs , and good times. The bed was amazingly comfortable that I slept soundly. Thank you Tak for everything. I'm looking forward staying again . 😃
Amazing place, Tak is a very good. Just please be respectful and mindful! The place has really homey feel to which is great and since the lobby is just the living you get to talk with the other guest a lot. If you travel alone this is the spot
The pictures on the website are completely different from reality. The person at reception is really rude. They won't let you sit in the common area after midnight and have ridiculous rules like you have to lock the door every time you go out. A truly awful experience.
This backpackers has a strong community feeling thanks to Takuro, who knows how to host and connect guests very well. He even cooked dinner for us one night! Although the accommodation is out of the city centre, it is very close to a train station so getting around was still fairly easy. Thanks for the stay Tak :)