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Discover Japanese culture and help in Reforestatión in Mallín Ahogado, El Bolsón, Argentina.

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    My name is Tokiko, and I've lived in El Bolsón since 1994 with four dogs. I'm Japanese, make tofu and miso, and teach Japanese. I love living simply surrounded by nature. We live in a Japanese-style house.

    Mi nombre es Tokiko, vivo en El Bolsón desde 1994, con cuatro perros.
    Soy Japonesa, vivo haciendo Tofu y Miso, también enseño idioma Japonés.
    Me encanta vivir simple en la naturaleza. Nosotros vivimos en una casa de estilo Japonés.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    - Japanese language. - How to make Tofu and Miso.

    - Idioma Japonés.
    - Cómo hacer Tofu y Miso.

  • Help

    Help

    At the end of January 2025, the Mallín Ahogado fire devastated Tokiko's farm, including the loss of her home and much of the forest. The work to be carried out would primarily involve reforestation, to restore the forest and the garden. Meals included are breakfast (tea, bread, and jam), a vegan lunch with primarily Japanese flavors (which we will share), and a light dinner.


    A fines de enero 2025, en el incendio en Mallín Ahogado, la chacra de Tokiko sufrió grandes consecuencias, como la pérdida de su vivienda y gran parte del bosque.

    Las tareas a realizar serían principalmente de reforestación, para recuperar el bosque y también la huerta.

    Las comidas incluidas son: desayuno (té, pan y mermelada), almuerzo vegano con sabores principalmente japoneses (que compartiremos) y cena liviana.

  • Languages spoken

    Japanese: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    There is a dormitory for single guests or up to two. Beds are provided with sheets, pillows, and blankets. Please note that there is no electricity or Wi-Fi. The bathroom is dry and located outside the dormitory. There is a hot shower in the main house, where Tokiko lives.

    Hay un dormi como alojamiento, para una persona si viene solo, o hasta 2 personas. Dispone de camas con sábanas, almohadas y frazadas.
    Tener en cuenta que no cuenta con electricidad, no hay WiFi.
    El baño es seco, por fuera del dormi. Hay ducha con agua caliente en la casa principal, donde vive Tokiko.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Smoking is prohibited. We do not allow pets. The house is located about 13 km walking from the town of El Bolsón. You can walk there in 2 or 3 hours. At the beginning and end of your stay, I can pick you up and drop you off in El Bolsón. I go to El Bolsón every Monday and Thursday, so we can coordinate transportation arrangements. There are tourist attractions in the town, such as craft fairs. There are also several options for exploring nature.

    Está prohibido fumar.
    No aceptamos mascotas.

    La casa está ubicada a casi 13km caminando desde el pueblo de El Bolsón. Se puede caminar en 2 o 3 horas.
    Al inicio y al final de la estadía, te puedo ir a buscar y dejar en El Bolsón.
    Todos los lunes y jueves voy a El Bolsón, así que podemos coordinar para que puedas aprovechar el transporte.
    En el pueblo hay lugares turísticos, como ferias artesanales. También hay varias opciones para explorar en la naturaleza.

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    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

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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