Profile information
Host rating
100 %
Last replied
2 Apr 2024
Reply rate
85.0 %
Usually responds within 17 days
Feedback
20
Email verified
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Description
I live in Izu peninsula in Tokai area. My house is located on the mountain and have a beautiful ocean view. I have a veggie garden and many kind of fruit trees. I do management of the cottage next to my house. Surrounded by forest and very peaceful country side.
I have 2 cats.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Help with Computers/ Internet
Help
I need some help for clean the cottage and gardening and cooking. And also some maintenance. It would be nice if I can learn English.
Languages
Languages spoken
Japanese: Fluent
English: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
1 Tatami room with Futon for 2 people.
What else ...
In this area, there are many Onsen baths (hot spring), and beautiful beaches. Mountain walks are everywhere. The closest bus stop is 3mins away.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 663135539341
Feedback (10)
22 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel & Chloe)
Sam & Chloe are very nice couple and have responsible.
They helped a lot during our one of busiest period (Golden Week) in camp site.
Also they helped weeding, washed dishes,crean the house, take care of chickens and cats.
Sam cooked very yummy food many times and Chloe gave us nice drowing.
And I'm grad to see that they are happy to take a walk… read more
They helped a lot during our one of busiest period (Golden Week) in camp site.
Also they helped weeding, washed dishes,crean the house, take care of chickens and cats.
Sam cooked very yummy food many times and Chloe gave us nice drowing.
And I'm grad to see that they are happy to take a walk… read more
(Excellent
)
12 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Samuel & Chloe) for host
Rumi and Ken were fantastic hosts and staying with them on Izu was our favorite part of our time in Japan. They seemed genuinely interested in us enjoying our stay, and we can wholeheartedly say we did. Rumi's English was good, and our conversations were pleasant. We especially enjoyed the various errands we ran with her during which we… read more
22 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Banny & Pete)
Pete and Banny are super wonderful workawayers.
We were so busy during they stayed in my house but we had very rich & relax time with them.
They are very kind, polite and have big heart.
Pete can use many tools like professional and cooked for us many yummy food.
Banny is very good Yoga teacher and make desert, Ayurvedic drink and yummy food as… read more
We were so busy during they stayed in my house but we had very rich & relax time with them.
They are very kind, polite and have big heart.
Pete can use many tools like professional and cooked for us many yummy food.
Banny is very good Yoga teacher and make desert, Ayurvedic drink and yummy food as… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Banny & Pete) for host
We stayed with Rumi Son and Ken Son for 3 weeks and had an absolutely wonderful time.
They are both lovely, kind and generous.
Their house is in a beautiful setting on the mountains and surrounded by Forests.
They have a big beautiful deck and you can even see the ocean from there.
We helped with jobs like looking after the chickens,… read more
They are both lovely, kind and generous.
Their house is in a beautiful setting on the mountains and surrounded by Forests.
They have a big beautiful deck and you can even see the ocean from there.
We helped with jobs like looking after the chickens,… read more
1 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Miranda & Motoyuki)
We had great time with Moto & Mandy.
They gave us many helps and also free time.
We had talked about culture, permaculture, life, future...many things, like old friends.
We hope to see you again !!
Thank you
Rumi
They gave us many helps and also free time.
We had talked about culture, permaculture, life, future...many things, like old friends.
We hope to see you again !!
Thank you
Rumi
(Excellent
)
21 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Miranda & Motoyuki) for host
The host provides open and family like atmosphere. Perfect destination to experience real countryside of Japan. The paths of forests, great ocean view, especially amazing owner-built house has authentic Japanese elements with modern taste and must experience great wooden bathtub and yummy food. Rumi and Kenichi surely have good taste for life.
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Cultural exchange:
(5.0)
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(5.0)
22 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel & Chloe)
Sam & Chloe are very nice couple and have responsible.
They helped a lot during our one of busiest period (Golden Week) in camp site.
Also they helped weeding, washed dishes,crean the house, take care of chickens and cats.
Sam cooked very yummy food many times and Chloe gave us nice drowing.
And I'm grad to see that they are happy to take a walk… read more
They helped a lot during our one of busiest period (Golden Week) in camp site.
Also they helped weeding, washed dishes,crean the house, take care of chickens and cats.
Sam cooked very yummy food many times and Chloe gave us nice drowing.
And I'm grad to see that they are happy to take a walk… read more
(Excellent
)
12 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Samuel & Chloe) for host
Rumi and Ken were fantastic hosts and staying with them on Izu was our favorite part of our time in Japan. They seemed genuinely interested in us enjoying our stay, and we can wholeheartedly say we did. Rumi's English was good, and our conversations were pleasant. We especially enjoyed the various errands we ran with her during which we… read more
22 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Banny & Pete)
Pete and Banny are super wonderful workawayers.
We were so busy during they stayed in my house but we had very rich & relax time with them.
They are very kind, polite and have big heart.
Pete can use many tools like professional and cooked for us many yummy food.
Banny is very good Yoga teacher and make desert, Ayurvedic drink and yummy food as… read more
We were so busy during they stayed in my house but we had very rich & relax time with them.
They are very kind, polite and have big heart.
Pete can use many tools like professional and cooked for us many yummy food.
Banny is very good Yoga teacher and make desert, Ayurvedic drink and yummy food as… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Banny & Pete) for host
We stayed with Rumi Son and Ken Son for 3 weeks and had an absolutely wonderful time.
They are both lovely, kind and generous.
Their house is in a beautiful setting on the mountains and surrounded by Forests.
They have a big beautiful deck and you can even see the ocean from there.
We helped with jobs like looking after the chickens,… read more
They are both lovely, kind and generous.
Their house is in a beautiful setting on the mountains and surrounded by Forests.
They have a big beautiful deck and you can even see the ocean from there.
We helped with jobs like looking after the chickens,… read more
1 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Miranda & Motoyuki)
We had great time with Moto & Mandy.
They gave us many helps and also free time.
We had talked about culture, permaculture, life, future...many things, like old friends.
We hope to see you again !!
Thank you
Rumi
They gave us many helps and also free time.
We had talked about culture, permaculture, life, future...many things, like old friends.
We hope to see you again !!
Thank you
Rumi
(Excellent
)
21 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Miranda & Motoyuki) for host
The host provides open and family like atmosphere. Perfect destination to experience real countryside of Japan. The paths of forests, great ocean view, especially amazing owner-built house has authentic Japanese elements with modern taste and must experience great wooden bathtub and yummy food. Rumi and Kenichi surely have good taste for life.
22 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Justine)
Justine is the first workawayer who speaks American English.
So sometimes speaking is too first for me, but she could speak Japanese and is eager to learn it.
She had stayed here for only 2 weeks, I wish she could have great experience in her rest of trip in Japan.
Thank you for your help when it's hot & humid summer in Japan.
Rumi
So sometimes speaking is too first for me, but she could speak Japanese and is eager to learn it.
She had stayed here for only 2 weeks, I wish she could have great experience in her rest of trip in Japan.
Thank you for your help when it's hot & humid summer in Japan.
Rumi
(Very good
)
2 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Justine) for host
I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to live and work with Rumi and Ma-chan! This family is so kind and welcoming. They truly made my stay in Japan a great one. I was only able to stay with them for two weeks, but I wish I could have helped them all summer! They gave me very clear directions to get to their home in Izu (which is gorgeous),… read more
10 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice)
Alice gave us big help during hot & humid summer in Izu.
Actually she loves Japan since when she was child, so sometimes she knows about Japanese history well than me.
And she has studied a lot for Japanese in her free time.
She always try to enjoy and to be happy by herself, so I love her that personality.
And she also taught me Talt (not sweet… read more
Actually she loves Japan since when she was child, so sometimes she knows about Japanese history well than me.
And she has studied a lot for Japanese in her free time.
She always try to enjoy and to be happy by herself, so I love her that personality.
And she also taught me Talt (not sweet… read more
(Excellent
)
2 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Alice) for host
WOOO TOOK ME SO LONG TO FINALLY LEAVE MY FEEDBACK!! But the thing is we easily forget we live in a host house in Rumi's family's.
Wheeeeeeere should I start... Well, it was my very first workaway experience, as for my very first time leaving my country for so long. I stayed there almost two months and a half!
That experience was like, wow,… read more
Wheeeeeeere should I start... Well, it was my very first workaway experience, as for my very first time leaving my country for so long. I stayed there almost two months and a half!
That experience was like, wow,… read more
7 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Kathrin)
I had a great time with Kathrin.
We talked about a lot of things and share it.
I got a new really really good friend in switzerland !!
I think this friendship is going to be continue until we get old.
It is impossible without workaway system.
Thank you for workaway.
We talked about a lot of things and share it.
I got a new really really good friend in switzerland !!
I think this friendship is going to be continue until we get old.
It is impossible without workaway system.
Thank you for workaway.
(Excellent
)
3 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Kathrin) for host
There couldn't be a more warm-hearted, interested and caring host than Rumi!
I spent only one week in the home of this family, but I felt welcome and comfortable from the very moment I entered their house. In a short time I met many amazing people, not only Rumi and her family, but also her friends and people of the community in this most… read more
I spent only one week in the home of this family, but I felt welcome and comfortable from the very moment I entered their house. In a short time I met many amazing people, not only Rumi and her family, but also her friends and people of the community in this most… read more
27 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Eyal & Lola)
Eyal & Lola are very motivated and eager to learn about Japanese culture.
We were talked a lot about Japanese plant & herbs.
They did well to weeding for my garden and prepare for the farm as well.
I hope that they had great experiences rest of the trip( Honeymoon) in Japan.
Thank you very much and hope to see you again.
We were talked a lot about Japanese plant & herbs.
They did well to weeding for my garden and prepare for the farm as well.
I hope that they had great experiences rest of the trip( Honeymoon) in Japan.
Thank you very much and hope to see you again.
(Excellent
)
2 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Eyal & Lola) for host
We had such a wonderful experience at Rumi's place! We feel so lucky.
The gardening work was very nice, and the view from the farm and from the campsite is blissful.
We definitely recommend you arriving here, each day was a better from the previous. Rumi and her family were amazing host and we felt at home from the first day.
We hope to… read more
The gardening work was very nice, and the view from the farm and from the campsite is blissful.
We definitely recommend you arriving here, each day was a better from the previous. Rumi and her family were amazing host and we felt at home from the first day.
We hope to… read more
6 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (MOMO_KO)
Hi, Momoko & Vincent,
I'm really grad to hear that you guy's were happy to stayed in my house.
You guy's are sooooo cute couple !!
I had learned many things from Momoko & Vincent and every workawayers as well.
You guy's are makes me happy & 元氣 always.
Thank you so much for help us.
It is already very good memories in my life.
… read more
I'm really grad to hear that you guy's were happy to stayed in my house.
You guy's are sooooo cute couple !!
I had learned many things from Momoko & Vincent and every workawayers as well.
You guy's are makes me happy & 元氣 always.
Thank you so much for help us.
It is already very good memories in my life.
… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (MOMO_KO) for host
Hi Rumi-chan! Matu-chan!
Thank you for hosting us, we really really appreciate that we could meet someone like you in our trip of Japan.
I and my boyfriend worked with them for one week. It was in the winter, there weren't much stuff we could help but we had a good time. They cared if we are enjoying or not more than finishing tasks. They are… read more
Thank you for hosting us, we really really appreciate that we could meet someone like you in our trip of Japan.
I and my boyfriend worked with them for one week. It was in the winter, there weren't much stuff we could help but we had a good time. They cared if we are enjoying or not more than finishing tasks. They are… read more
3 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Tze Linn)
We spend great time with Tara.
She is smart and cheerful always and taught us a lot of things about Malaysia also made English game then had played with it.
She helped me for farming, shopping,teach English... and some house work everyday.
Now we would love to go Malaysia in May-June because harvest time for fruits.
Thank you for staying… read more
She is smart and cheerful always and taught us a lot of things about Malaysia also made English game then had played with it.
She helped me for farming, shopping,teach English... and some house work everyday.
Now we would love to go Malaysia in May-June because harvest time for fruits.
Thank you for staying… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Tze Linn) for host
Rumi and her family were very warm and friendly! From day 1 when I arrived up until I left the family have been so kind and amazing. The tasks given were very clear, but it was winter so I could only help with preparation work for the farm, which was very fufilling and a completely new experience for me. It was only a little less than 2 weeks,… read more
10 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Miguel & Inese)
We could have great time with Miguel & Inese.
They gave me many good idea and design for my garden, and to teach English.
They are very polite and clean all the time.
Thank you very much & We miss you !!
They gave me many good idea and design for my garden, and to teach English.
They are very polite and clean all the time.
Thank you very much & We miss you !!
(Excellent
)
9 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Miguel & Inese) for host
The duties allocated to us were simple and clear as stated in the information. We made English class and prepared interior design as the weather restricted outdoor activity. Our work at this place was straightforward, fun and fulfilling.
Our accommodation in the family house was private, clean and comfortable. A positive experience in a… read more
Our accommodation in the family house was private, clean and comfortable. A positive experience in a… read more
