Experience Japanese family life, culture and nature in Nagasaki, Japan

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  Description

  We are a family of four: me, my husband, our 7-year-old daughter, and our 1-year-old son.
  
  For comfort and privacy reasons, we only host female volunteers at this time.
  
  We live in Hizen-Nagata, a quiet and nature-rich area in Isahaya City, Nagasaki Prefecture. Our home is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a peaceful place where you can relax and experience rural life in Japan.
  
  The nearest city, Isahaya, is about 15 minutes away by train. It is also close to Nagasaki City, which is known for its international history, sightseeing spots, and beautiful scenery.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Teaching

  Babysitting and creative play

  Help around the house
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  Interests

  

  Events & social

  

  Plant care

  

  Languages

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Books

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Water sports

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Nature

  

  Fitness

  

  Camping

  

  Adventure sports
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Our family also participates in a local cultural exchange community where local children, families, and international volunteers spend time together through games, crafts, outdoor play, and seasonal activities.
  
  We usually visit a few times a week, and you will be welcome to join us.
  
  • Tuesdays (10:00–14:00): toddler program with our son
  • Wednesdays & Thursdays (15:00–19:00): kids program with our 7-year-old daughter
  
  The schedule may change slightly during Japanese school holidays.
  
  This is a great opportunity to meet local families and international volunteers while experiencing the local community. There are sometimes weekend gatherings or special events as well.
  
  Our family is open and friendly, and we enjoy spending time with people from different cultures.
  
  We also enjoy outdoor activities, traveling, and taking sauna and onsen.
  
  I enjoy cooking Japanese home-style meals and baking sweets, and we can sometimes cook or bake together.
  
  I hope you will enjoy interacting with local children and families, sharing cultures, experiencing Japanese life, and being part of our community.
  
  Please note that we are only able to accept female volunteers for this position.

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  Help

  Help we would appreciate
  
  During the daytime, you are free to relax, explore the area, or spend time as you like.
  
  Morning (about 1–2 hours)
  We would appreciate some help with simple household tasks such as:
  - Cleaning the toilet and bathroom
  - Folding laundry
  - Putting away dishes
  - Taking out the trash
  - Light cleaning around the entrance
  
  Evening (about 2 hours)
  In the evening, we would love your help with:
  - Speaking English with our children through daily conversation or play
  - Putting away dishes
  - Wiping the table
  - Tidying up toys
  
  These are simple tasks, and we mainly hope to enjoy a friendly cultural exchange together.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  Japanese: Fluent
  English: Intermediate

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  Room/
  
  You will stay in a private room.
  The space is about 10 square meters and can be separated to create a comfortable and private environment.
  
  You will sleep on a comfortable Japanese futon, and have your own space to relax and keep your belongings.
  
  
  Meals /
  
  We provide food for our volunteers, but our meal style is simple and relaxed because we are a family with young children.
  
  • Breakfast: Help yourself to bread, cereal, fruit, eggs, etc.
  • Lunch: Feel free to cook something for yourself using ingredients in our kitchen.
  • Dinner: We usually share dinner together as a family.
  
  Dinner time is a nice moment for us to talk, share cultures, and enjoy time together, but during the day you can relax and manage your own schedule.
  
  ※Dietary Requirements
  
  Because we are a busy family with young children, we usually cook simple home-style meals.
  
  For this reason, we may not be able to accommodate special diets such as vegetarian, vegan, allergy-specific, or elimination diets. Volunteers will generally eat the same meals as our family.
  
  If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know in advance so we can discuss whether our home is a good fit for you.
  
  Thank you for your understanding.

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  What else ...

  Our daughter is 7 years old and a little shy at first, but she warms up once she gets to know you. We would love for volunteers to speak English with our children and share their culture, language, and experiences.
  
  We especially welcome people who enjoy keeping shared spaces clean and tidy.
  
  
  Things you can experience here
  
  • Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony
  • Visit a sauna or relax at a Japanese onsen (hot spring)
  • Go to the gym together if you like staying active
  • Enjoy the beautiful nature around the river or the sea
  • Visit local izakayas (Japanese-style pubs)
  • Cook meals together using fresh local ingredients
  
  We enjoy sharing everyday Japanese life with our volunteers.

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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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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

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