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Description
I fell in love with the beach life in Shimoda and moved here when I was 23.
I was born in Osaka, and my wife was born in Tokyo.
We are now a family of four, living by the sea with our 5-year-old son and infant daughter, and we feel very happy living in Shimoda!
- The reason why we made the guesthouse ourselves. -
We want to create a place where people who love the sea, nature and travel can come together here in Izu Shimoda!
To make that dream come true, we renovated and finally completed it!
I want to tell visitors from all over the world about the beauty of Shimoda, especially those who come to Japan from all over the world to see the ocean.
Once you've visited, you'll want to come back again, in a guest house with that kind of space. -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Teaching
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
Light maintenance
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Interests
Movies & TV
Culture
Music
Photography
Water sports
Outdoor activities
Nature
Fitness
Camping
Beach
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Shimoda is a historic city and one of the first places in Japan to open to the world.
It’s a lively tourist town, especially in the summer.
With its clear waters, it’s a great place for surfers, divers, and anyone who loves the ocean and nature.
My wife and I also love surfing!
We also got into fishing last year, and now we truly believe that Shimoda is an ideal place for fishing. -
Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
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Help
＼ Current Recruitment Update ／
We are currently looking for someone who can arrive by September 15th!
We are currently looking for someone who can work across both our guesthouse and cafe, with a particular focus on outdoor work, property maintenance, and DIY projects.
At the moment, we are especially looking for someone who is comfortable with hands-on work and enjoys working outdoors.
We are looking for someone who is willing to actively help with maintaining and improving the guesthouse property, including grounds maintenance, DIY, repairs, and other hands-on projects.
People with customer service or hospitality experience and a responsible and reliable attitude toward work are especially welcome.
Experience with DIY, gardening, landscaping, construction, repairs, or general property maintenance is a big plus.
**If you have experience using a brush cutter, we would especially love to hear from you!**
If you enjoy working with your hands, taking initiative, and helping make our place a better place, we would love to hear from you!
Paid Staff Position – Cafe & Guesthouse
You must have a valid visa that allows you to work in Japan.
Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorship.
We are hiring staff to work at both our cafe and guesthouse.
We are looking for staff with food service experience and Japanese language skills.
As this position involves working in both the cafe and the guesthouse, Japanese is required.
Main Duties
・Guesthouse cleaning, including guest rooms, showers, and common areas
・Check-in duties are also included. English is used frequently, but Japanese is required.
・Cafe work, including food and drink preparation and customer service
・Maintaining the guesthouse grounds and outdoor areas
・DIY, repairs, maintenance, and improvement projects around the property
・Helping with other tasks needed to keep the guesthouse and cafe running smoothly
The work can vary from day to day, so we are looking for someone who is flexible and willing to help with different kinds of work.
Japanese Language Support
Support is available for staff who are interested in improving their Japanese.
Minimum Stay
The minimum stay is 6 weeks.
Extensions are possible upon request, depending on availability and skills.
About Us
My goal is for people to enjoy working and having fun at my guesthouse and cafe, experience Shimoda's great things like I did, and enjoy having interactions with my guests.
We are looking for people who are serious and responsible about their work, enjoy meeting and interacting with guests, and are able to consistently maintain a clean and tidy environment.
Important Information
The guesthouse is on a hill, and the building has stairs only (no elevator).
You may need to help guests carry their luggage.
Some of the outdoor maintenance and DIY work can also be physically demanding, so being reasonably physically fit is important.
Hourly Wage
¥1,100/hour and up
A valid visa that allows you to legally work in Japan is required.
Staff Accommodation
Staff accommodation is available during your stay.
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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.
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Accommodation
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Staff accommodation is available during your stay.
Depending on the situation and availability, you may be asked to share the accommodation with other staff members. -
What else ...
・The beach is right in front of the guesthouse (It's a good place for snorkeling), and the town is just a short walk away. It's easy to go to the beach during your break or after work. There are many good restaurants and supermarkets in the town. We are located in a convenient location for working even without a car.
・The Izu Peninsula, where Shimoda is located, is large and full of nature. It might be a good idea to travel to the west side too! -
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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How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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This is the best community you could ask for and I couldn't reccommend this beautiful group of people more!! So so … read more
Eloise helped with cleaning at our guesthouse and was a very polite and reliable worker.
Leo took care of our son and daughter, and our son especially loved playing with him.
Outside of work, we also spent time together socially. I taught them … read more
The work was actually very nice : in the mornings, Eloise helped with … read more
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This is the best community you could ask for and I couldn't reccommend this beautiful group of people more!! So so … read more
Eloise helped with cleaning at our guesthouse and was a very polite and reliable worker.
Leo took care of our son and daughter, and our son especially loved playing with him.
Outside of work, we also spent time together socially. I taught them … read more
The work was actually very nice : in the mornings, Eloise helped with … read more
She is a wonderful addition to the guesthouse team, always welcoming everyone with kindness and a smile.
She made an effort to check in in Japanese, which she nail it. She is always learning and working hard for the guesthouse. I … read more
The work itself wasn’t too difficult: in the mornings, I helped clean the rooms and shared facilities, and in the afternoons, I welcomed … read more
