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Share family life and explore the neighborhoods of Sapporo, Japan

  • Last activity : 14 Jun 2025

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: 1 month or more

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  • Description

    Description

    We are currently looking for someone who can stay during the following periods:
    1. From September 10 to November 10
    2. From November 10 to January 15


    We are mainly looking for women for these positions.
    If you’re interested, please feel free to send me a message!

    We are a Japanese family of five living in Sapporo. Our house is about 30 minutes away from Sapporo’s main tourist attraction, Odori Park, by bus and subway.

    Our family consists of my husband, myself, our 3-year-old daughter, and 1-year-old twin daughters. On weekdays, both my husband and I work while our children attend daycare. On weekends, we enjoy activities such as swimming lessons, playing at parks, attending festivals, and going on drives. We would be delighted to have someone who can help with household chores and childcare as part of our daily life.

    We are looking for a cheerful and friendly person who loves children and can enjoy everyday life in Japan with us. We want to make each day fun by eating meals together, playing with the kids, going shopping, and going on exciting adventures.

    I can understand basic English words and phrases and can give instructions in English at work, but my husband does not speak English at all. On the other hand, our children understand English well and can speak simple English. We hope our children can naturally acquire English as if it were their mother tongue and enrich their lives by interacting with many people.

    Sapporo is a city full of charm in every season.
    • Winter (December to March) offers beautiful snowy landscapes unique to Hokkaido, along with winter sports like skiing and snowboarding. The Sapporo Snow Festival in February is especially famous, featuring large snow and ice sculptures displayed at Odori Park and Susukino.
    • Spring to early summer (March to May) is a season of snow melting and new growth, with cherry blossoms and plum trees in full bloom. It’s an excellent time for sightseeing and enjoying nature at beautiful parks like Maruyama Park in Sapporo or the nearby Moerenuma Park.
    • Summer (June to August) is a vibrant season filled with greenery. The weather is relatively cool and comfortable, making Sapporo an ideal place to escape the intense summer heat of other regions. The Sapporo Summer Festival at Odori Park offers beer gardens and food festivals to enjoy. Outdoor activities like hiking and river play in areas such as Hoheikyo Onsen and Jozankei are also popular. Additionally, don’t miss the fresh summer vegetables and sweets unique to Hokkaido.
    • Autumn (September to November) is when Sapporo is covered in vivid autumn colors. You can enjoy the colorful foliage at parks like Nakajima Park and Maruyama Park in the city or visit Shiroyama Gorge and Takino Suzuran Hillside Park for even more breathtaking autumn scenery. It’s also the best season to savor fresh, seasonal ingredients such as seafood and vegetables from Hokkaido.

    If you’re interested in experiencing Japanese culture, sightseeing in Sapporo, and the beauty of each season, we warmly invite you to join us. We look forward to meeting you!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Teaching
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
  • Interests

    Interests

    Events & social
    Languages
    Cooking & food
    Water sports
    Nature
    Mountain
    Dancing
    Adventure sports
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We speak Japanese at home, so this is a great opportunity for those who are learning Japanese. Additionally, we provide Japanese cuisine for dinner every evening.

    In winter, my husband loves skiing, so if you’d like to ski, we can take you along. In the summer, we always participate in the local festivals. I can also dress you in a yukata, so you can enjoy the festival in traditional attire.

    Our children are still very young, so they learn simple Japanese words every day. This is also a very convenient environment for those who are studying Japanese.

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  • Help

    Help

    🧸 About the Help We’re Looking For

    We are a family raising a 3-year-old daughter and 1-year-old twins. We’re looking for a cheerful, responsible Workawayer who can help us with childcare and light household tasks such as vacuuming, dishwashing, and tidying up.



    🕒 Working Hours & Schedule
    • Working hours are up to 25 hours per week.
    • Our schedule is shift-based, mainly during weekday mornings (7:00–9:30) and evenings (16:00–20:30).
    • Weekends are more flexible and may include outings or helping with the kids’ swimming lessons.

    During shifts, your help might include playing with the kids, assisting with meals and bath time, and helping get them ready for daycare.
    A parent is usually nearby, so you won’t be on your own with the kids at first.



    🧺 Example of Tasks
    • Helping with morning routines (dressing, breakfast, brushing teeth)
    • Assisting with meals and washing dishes
    • Vacuuming and light tidying
    • Laundry and simple cleaning tasks



    🏊‍♀️ Extra Help (If Possible)
    • If you can swim, it would be wonderful if you could help hold one of the twins during their swimming lesson on Saturdays. We’ll provide a training swimsuit.
    • Sometimes we go on family outings around the Sapporo area on weekends. You’re welcome to join us — we’ll cover all transportation, food, and entrance fees.



    🌍 Language & Communication
    • We mainly speak Japanese at home, so it’s a great environment if you’d like to practice the language.
    • That said, the kids always speak English with Workawayers, so we encourage you to speak English with them. They’re still learning, but it’s a fun and valuable part of their day.



    🏡 A Message from Us
    • We care deeply about keeping a clean, organized, and comfortable home.
    • If you value a tidy space too, we think you’ll feel right at home here.
    • We’re excited to welcome someone who can become a part of our family.
    • If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to ask us at any time.



    We look forward to hearing from you!

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    Japanese: Fluent
    English: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    I can speak and understand some very basic english. My husband does not speak english.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will have your own private bedroom with a bed, shared bathroom and kitchen. We provide three meals a day. For breakfast and lunch please help yourself.
    We provide bread, bananas, cereal, pasta, etc. for your workaway. If you are not satisfied with that, please buy your own. We usually all eat dinner together. We will prepare Japanese food, mainly meat and fish. This environment might be difficult if you are a vegetarian.

    Our house was built last year so it is new, we also live just outside the city near a small mountain. Because of this we regularly have visitors like deer and foxes!

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    can be used freely
    Wi-Fi
    Yukata 👘 (cannot be used in winter),
    bicycle 🚲 (cannot be used in winter),
    bath towel
    shampoo
    water server
    winter shoes (26cm)

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

Host ref number: 422449325994

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