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Beschreibung
We’re Shota and Yuho, a couple who traveled to many countries before starting this shared house in the mountains of Kimino Town. Our experiences as backpackers taught us the value of community, nature, and living simply — lessons that inspired us to create the Knots Community, a project aimed at building a sustainable way of life in the countryside.
We live with our 5-year-old daughter in a hand-built house near the shared house where life flows at a natural pace, surrounded by mountains and greenery. During the day, we work at the share house together with the residents, and at night, we return home to rest. Our days are filled with small but meaningful routines — heating water with firewood, growing seasonal vegetables, cultivating Japanese pepper, and harvesting fruits like persimmons and chestnuts in autumn.
We currently have 3.7 hectares of land, and our goal is to restore and develop it through sustainable projects. We’re passionate about creating a place that connects people with nature and promotes eco-friendly living.
We’d also love to hear your ideas, share experiences, and learn together as we build this project.
We also have six chickens and a curious kitten named Chaya.
Right now, a Regional Revitalization Volunteer lives with us in the share house. They organize events and workshops to help revitalize the local area — and volunteers who are interested in community activities are more than welcome to join and take part!
Transport
It takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from Osaka Kansai Airport.
Just a short walk away from the share house, you’ll find a quiet river where people often go fishing or spend time in nature.
Since there’s no supermarket nearby, we usually drive about 30 minutes by car to get groceries.
You’re welcome to join us on shopping trips if you’d like, and we also have a weekly market truck that comes by, where you can buy daily essentials.
On weekends, you can visit a small café close by, or relax at the nearby onsen and restaurant— the perfect way to relax and experience the slower pace of countryside Japan.
Life here is about more than sharing a space — it’s about sharing experiences, ideas, and moments together.
Day schedule
Our usual working hours are from 9:00 to 12:00 or 13:00 to 17:00, depending on the season and the type of work that takes priority. Total of 5 hrs, 4 days per week.
Once the day’s tasks are finished, you’re free to relax, explore the area, or spend your time as you like.
Workawayers will not be involved in any income-generating business activities (e.g., guest house operations). The gardening and farming activities are private work and not for any business purpose — we simply enjoy growing food for daily life and sharing it with everyone who stays.
About meals
We ask workawayers to prepare their own meals, but you’re welcome to use our homegrown vegetables, fresh eggs from our chickens, and the seasonings available in the kitchen.
From time to time, we also enjoy cooking together and having BBQ nights, sharing good food and conversation under the stars.
What to bring
• Comfortable clothes that are suited for outside work
• Outdoor shoes
• Soap, Shampoo, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Towels
What We’re Looking For
• People who enjoy teamwork and community life
• Interested in sustainable living, farming, DIY, or countryside culture
• Open-minded and curious about learning new skills.
If you’re curious about sustainable living, community life, and the beauty of rural Japan, come join us at — and experience this new form of sharing for yourself.
Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten
Kunstprojekte
Sprachpraxis
Hilfe bei Ökoprojekten
Gartenarbeiten
Betreuung von Tieren
Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof
Babysitten und Kinderbetreuung
Zubereiten / Kochen von Mahlzeiten für die Familie
Hausarbeiten
House sitting
Interessengebiete
Zeichnen & Malen
Schreiben
Gärtnern
Musik
Vegetarier / Veganer
Haustiere
Selbstentwicklung
Nachhaltigkeit
Farmarbeit
Events & Sozialleben
Kultur
Tischlerarbeiten
Gartenarbeiten
Heimwerken & DIY
Kochen & Backen
Bücher
Kunst & Design
Architektur
Tiere
Outdoor-Aktivitäten
Gebirge
Tanzen
Camping
Natur
Yoga / Wellness
UNO-Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung, die dieser Gastgeber verfolgt
Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten
You’ll also have the chance to learn from Shota’s experience as the founder of an organization, which restores traditional Japanese houses — a great opportunity if you’re interested in architecture or sustainable housing.
You can also learn Japanese cuisine from Yuho.
Projekte mit Kindern
Dieses Projekt schließt möglicherweise den Umgang mit Kindern ein. Mehr Informationen findest du in unseren Verhaltensregeln und Tipps hier.
Arbeit
By joining our small community, you’ll gain hands-on experience in rural life while living alongside other residents and volunteers. Activities change with the seasons, but may include:
• Growing and harvesting vegetables
• Foraging for wild plants and mushrooms
• Learning about hunting and food processing
• Collecting and storing firewood
• Language and cultural Exchange
• Participating in local events.
• Babysitting
Sprachen
Gesprochene Sprachen
Japanisch: Fließend
Englisch: Gute KenntnisseDieser Gastgeber bietet Sprachaustausch an
Dieser Gastgeber gibt an, dass er dir gern seine Muttersprache beibringt oder selbst eine Sprache lernen möchte.
Bitte wende dich direkt an ihn, um weitere Auskünfte zu erhalten.
Unterkunft
About accommodation
The share house is equipped with a shared kitchen, a common bathroom, and a shower room available for all residents.
Availability varies based on the share house's vacancy status. Currently, we can accommodate guests in two rooms (a small room and a large room).
Small room: ~2 people
Large room: ~4 people
Etwas mehr Information
Internet Zugang
Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang
Wir besitzen Tiere
Wir sind Raucher
Familien möglich
Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen
Dieser Gastgeber nimmt gern Digital Nomads bei sich auf.
Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans
Dieser Gastgeber bietet Platz für Wohnmobile.
Hier sind Haustiere in der Regel willkommen
Dieser Gastgeber ist bereit, Reisende mit Haustieren bei sich aufzunehmen.
Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal
mehr als zwei
Meine Tiere/Haustiere
Chickens
Chaya
