Join our colourful family and learn about traditional Japanese rice planting in Fujieda, Japan

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  Description

  Hi everyone!
  
  We truly appreciate you taking the time to visit our page!
  
  Grow rice with us using natural farming methods in the quiet, nature-rich rice fields of the Japanese countryside.
  The rice I grow is for my own consumption.
  
  We grow rice for self-sufficiency,planting it by hand the traditional way.
  The rice fields are just a few minutes walk from my house.
  
  Hand planting takes place from late May to early June. In early and late July, the grass around the rice plants is cut by hand using a sickle.
  
  We teach Japanese agriculture in harmony with the natural environment and provide meals and lodging.
  
  We're especially happy to welcome people with any of these skills or passions:
  
  ・Creative art types (photography, painting, video, etc.)
  ・Website building (bonus if you know about SEO!)
  ・Forest lovers or lumberjack skills (like helping with bamboo forests)
  ・Music makers or DJs(I like chillout musics)
  ・Anyone who enjoys spending time with kids
  ・People who can help with mowing or weeding in the garden or fields
  
  If you possess the above skills, please feel free to reach out, even if the calendar indicates unavailability.
  
  Couples are very welcome to apply—we have accommodation suitable for two and enjoy hosting pairs who travel together.
  We accept volunteers only from the age of 23 and older.
  
  Thanks.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Charity Work

  Art Projects

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Farmstay help

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet

  House sitting
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  Interests

  

  Farming

  

  Plant care

  

  Music

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  Art & design

  

  Nature
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  There are many living creatures there.
  Hand planting is an ancient Japanese method that not many farmers practice, making it a valuable experience. The rice field is 990m2 in size. We are looking for people who are confident in their physical strength. Just over one mountain you'll find natural hot springs, and a short drive will take you to waterfalls, hiking trails, and parks.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  You can learn how to plant rice (by hand) and grow vegetables using farming methods that are in keeping with Japanese nature.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  I can only speak a little English, but I want to learn English
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  Accommodation

  Our house is three years old and relatively clean. Your room is on the second floor, accessible by a ladder.Meals will be centered around rice and vegetables that we have grown.

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  What else ...

  There is a bus stop right in front of my house, but because it is in the countryside, the buses are very infrequent and only run on weekdays.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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