Language exchange with our family in Kyoto, Japan

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  Beschreibung

  【We are currently looking for someone who can join us as soon as possible and stay until May 4th.
  For this short-term stay, we welcome applications from both men and women, as well as couples.】
  
  Would you like to experience daily life with a Japanese family while spending time with a child and helping with simple household tasks?
  If you love children, speak fluent English, and are curious about Japanese culture, we’d love to hear from you!
  
  We hope our 5-year-old son can learn English naturally through fun interactions and daily conversation.
  Since our English is limited, we’re looking for someone who is fluent and patient, and who enjoys communicating with others.
  
  We are a family of three living in Kyoto:
  
  ・I’m a pharmacist, and I’ve done a homestay abroad. I’d love to share stories and cultural experiences with you!
  ・My husband enjoys video games and manga.
  ・Our 5-year-old son loves vehicles and animals.
  
  We hope to welcome someone who genuinely enjoys being with children and can be like a big sister to our son—someone who can care for him kindly and respectfully.
  
  --- We are looking for someone who:(For general/long-term stays)
  ・Is a woman who loves children and treats them with kindness and respect
  ・Speaks fluent English (C1 level or above)
  ・Is 22 years or older
  ・Is a non-smoker and non-drinker
  ・Is responsible, independent, polite, clean, well-organized, and punctual
  ・Is open-minded and enjoys cultural exchange
  
  --- What we offer:
  ・A private room in our home in Kyoto
  ・Japanese home-style meals
  Please note that we cannot accommodate dietary restrictions.
  
  * Since we’ll be sharing our daily life together, we’d love to live with someone who not only completes assigned tasks, but also takes initiative with tidying shared spaces and communicates openly as part of the family.
  * We also welcome those who plan to attend a Japanese language school.
  If you’d like to know about commuting time to school or want details about the schedule, please feel free to ask!
  
  We’re looking forward to meeting someone kind, warm, and enthusiastic who will become part of our family—even if just for a short time .
  
  --- Notes:
  ・Only female applicants are accepted.
  ・We cannot host couples or families.

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  Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Sprachpraxis

  Babysitten und Kinderbetreuung

  Hausarbeiten
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  Interessengebiete

  

  Radfahren

  

  Outdoor-Aktivitäten

  

  Tiere

  

  Kochen & Backen

  

  Sprachen

  

  Kultur
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  Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten

  In spring, we will show you places with beautiful cherry blossoms; in summer, festivals where you can see fireworks; in autumn, places where you can enjoy the autumn leaves; and in winter, Kyoto offers a serene beauty with snow-dusted temples, warm meals, and peaceful evenings filled with soft lights, creating a magical atmosphere.
  
  If you're interested, we’d also be happy to show you places that tourists usually don't visit — like the local library, a nearby bakery, or even the dentist (if needed)! These everyday places can give you a real sense of daily life in Japan.
  
  Kyoto is a wonderful city with easy access to both lively urban areas and peaceful countryside.
  If you'd like to experience the best of both worlds — city and nature — we highly recommend spending time here.

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  Projekte mit Kindern

  Dieses Projekt schließt möglicherweise den Umgang mit Kindern ein. Mehr Informationen findest du in unseren Verhaltensregeln und Tipps hier.

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  Arbeit

  -----About Helping
  - Taking care of our son and playing with him (Tuesday to Saturday)
  Our son is energetic, curious, and full of life. He never seems to run out of energy, even after a full day of play!
  He absolutely loves cars and trucks from all over the world.
  He especially enjoys pretend play with his vehicles, riding his bicycle at the park, and chatting about what’s on his mind.
  
  He also enjoys running, playing tag, and active games — it would be wonderful if you could join in and have fun together!
  His favorite characters are Disney’s Chip & Dale and Nintendo’s Yoshi.
  He's also very into Minecraft on his Nintendo Switch — so if you're a Minecraft expert, please let us know!
  
  He doesn’t tend to speak English to Japanese speakers, so it actually works well if you don’t speak Japanese or are still a beginner.
  (If your Japanese is intermediate or higher, that’s completely fine too, of course!)
  However, this may not be the best environment for intensive Japanese practice.
  That said, if you’re ever curious or have questions about Japanese, I’ll be happy to help anytime!
  
  - Helping with light household tasks (Tuesday to Friday)
  Tasks include things like:
  ・Washing dishes
  ・Folding laundry
  ・Tidying up the living room and children’s play area
  
  These tasks usually take around 30 minutes per day and help us maintain a clean and comfortable space together.
  There may also be other minor tasks or things that come up from time to time. We’d appreciate your help with those as well.
  
  - ----Days Off (Sunday and Monday)
  You’re completely free to enjoy your days off however you’d like — overnight stays elsewhere are also okay!
  We just kindly ask that you let us know in advance if you’ll be staying somewhere overnight, as we may get worried otherwise.
  
  ----- About Daily Life
  -You’ll be responsible for preparing your own breakfast and lunch every day, as well as dinner on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays.
  You are welcome to use any ingredients available in our fridge or pantry when cooking for yourself.
  
  I (host mom) will cook dinner from Tuesday to Friday.
  On the other days, please feel free to prepare whatever you'd like.
  If there’s something specific you want to eat or if you have dietary preferences, you’re welcome to purchase those items for yourself.
  
  -For your personal care (washing your clothes, cleaning your room, etc.), we ask that you take care of your own space respectfully:
  ・Keep your room tidy
  ・Wash and put away your own dishes
  ・Clean the shower drain after use
  
  You’re welcome to use the washing machine, vacuum cleaner, and other appliances freely.
  
  -Please make sure you have valid medical insurance during your stay in Japan in case of illness or injury.
  
  ----- About Your Free Time
  The rest of your time is yours to enjoy — feel free to explore Kyoto, relax at home, or read a book.
  Generally, you won’t have any duties in the mornings on weekdays.
  (There may be occasional schedule adjustments during long kindergarten holidays or if we have unusual work hours.)
  
  Our son goes to bed between 8:30 and 9:00 pm, so we kindly ask you to keep noise to a minimum after that.
  Our general curfew is midnight (24:00).
  
  -----When Contacting Us
  When you send your first message, it would be great if you could include the following:
  
  ・A short introduction about yourself
  ・What made you interested in Japan
  ・Your childcare experience (ages of children, gender, frequency and duration, etc.)
  
  -----Other Notes:
  Please let us know when you’d like to start and how long you plan to stay.
  (We ask for a minimum stay of 3 months.)
  Preference will be given to those who can stay 4 months or longer.
  
  * If you’re planning a long-term stay, it’s possible to take a 2–4 week holiday, as long as we arrange the timing in advance.
  We’re happy to discuss details with you.
  * In rare cases, if we feel there’s a mismatch in communication, values, or daily lifestyle, it’s possible that your stay may need to end earlier than originally planned.
  We appreciate your understanding and openness.

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  Sprachen

  Gesprochene Sprachen
  Japanisch: Fließend
  Englisch: Grundkenntnisse

  Dieser 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.
  
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  Unterkunft

  You will have a private room to yourself, so you can enjoy your own space and relax comfortably.
  
  We provide:
  ・Daily meals or foodstuffs (excluding alcohol)
  ・Basic daily necessities (excluding cosmetics, shampoo, etc.)
  ・Free Wi-Fi access
  
  The bathroom and toilet are shared with our family members, and we appreciate your cooperation in keeping them clean for everyone’s comfort.
  
  When you're helping us with childcare (for example, going to the aquarium or museum together), we will cover all related transportation and entrance fees.
  
  We’ve also uploaded a photo of your private room for reference.
  Please note that some details may change — for example, there may be different curtains, sheets, or additional furniture and appliances by the time you arrive.

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  Was noch ...

  Our home is conveniently located with easy access to transportation, making it a practical choice for exploring the area.
  We live in a safe and quiet residential neighborhood, where you'll find many temples and shrines nearby. Several world and cultural heritage sites are also easily accessible by train or bus.
  
  Our home is just a 10-minute walk from the station, and we can reach JR Kyoto Station or Keihan Gion-Shijo Station in about 20 minutes.
  It takes only 28 minutes by train from JR Kyoto Station to JR Osaka Station, so visiting Osaka is also very convenient.
  
  We don’t have our own car, so we mainly use the train for transportation, which makes getting around quite simple and stress-free.
  You won't need to drive a car here. If you enjoy riding bikes, that’s wonderful! We often use bikes to go out and explore, so it’s a great way to enjoy the area.

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