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Host rating
80 %
Last replied
27 Apr 2026
Reply rate
66.3 %
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Feedback
38
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Hi, I've been hosting more than 100 travelers through varisous platforms such as couchsurfing. Workaway is the most recent one I started to host someone with a longer period. The longest one was half year.
I receives a lot of messages so I hope you understand that I can't reply all of them. I only reply to people that I can actually host. That's why my reply rates are low.
I have long working hours and it would be great if you could help on house chores and taking care of my pets. Please check the following conditions and I will give you more over chat.
(1) I host those who can come within 1~2 month and who can stay at least a month.
99% of my experience was great but I had a terrible experience at the beginning of the year. After that, I start to host only those with references. My place is not like a hotel. (2) Unfortunately, the room doesn't have AC. So I don't normally host during summer and winter when it's quite hot and cold. However, you will be able to have relaxing time with my fluffy buddies. Other than AC, it has everything like washer, WIFI, etc.
(3)The chores will be walking my dog (1hr x 2 times every morning and afternoon) and minor house chores (less than 1 hr/week). He's very friendly and trained. However, if you have no experience with a dog, I do not recommend because you may not know how to take the leadership from him.
(4) There is a private room with a bunk bed. You may share the room with other guest but there will be no mixed female and male. Please check the photos.
(5) Sorry but I don't host smokers.
If you've read my profile, please add "Hakuna Matata" in the head of your message.
Thank you and please feel free to drop me a message.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Animal Care
Help around the house
Interests
Animals
Camping
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Since the help is only 2 hrs per day, you will have plenty of your own time. If I'm staying at home during the weekend, it is also okay to go 1-2 day trip to explore other places.
Projects involving children
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Help
(1)Walking a golden retreiver: one in the morning or noon for 60 mins, and the other at the later afternoon for 60mins.
(2)Cleaning cat litter box once in 3 days which only takes 2-3mins.
(3) Vacuum 2 times/week (10-15 mins each)
(4) Please keep the place clean as a housemate
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
(4) There is a private room with a bunk bed. You may share the room with other guest but there will be no mixed female and male. Please check the photos.
What else ...
The place is about 7 mins walk from JR station
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Crosby
Host ref number: 815111232759
Chat with Workawayers who've visited this host
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Feedback (17)
10 Apr 2026
Left by Workawayer (Lovina) for host
I stayed at Tonys apartment for only one week and i wish i could have stayed longer! The dog Crosby and the cats Tom and Rosie were lovely! Crosby was very well trained and never barked! The cats were super cuddely and talkative haha. I had many cozy moments with them. Sometimes i would play on the piano and all three of them would gather round,… read more
7 Apr 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Lovina)
Lovina stayed at my place only about a week but she has helped more than i’ve asked. I appreciate all the cleanings you’ve done. The shower has been a source of stress but i just couldn’t do since i’d rather spend time on something else. It was such nice surprise. Also thank you for being a good friend with my dog and cats. Thank you again and you… read more
(Excellent
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24 Mar 2026
Left by Workawayer (Belladonna & Samuel) for host
We had the best time looking after Crosby, Tommy & Rosie! We miss them so much already!
Tony is so friendly & helpful and has lots of amazing recommendations.
It was such a nice experience and a great way to explore the less touristy areas of Japan.
Kumamoto is a really peaceful and relaxing place with everything you need like shopping centres,… read more
Tony is so friendly & helpful and has lots of amazing recommendations.
It was such a nice experience and a great way to explore the less touristy areas of Japan.
Kumamoto is a really peaceful and relaxing place with everything you need like shopping centres,… read more
18 Mar 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Belladonna & Samuel)
Bella and Sam stayed at my place a bit more than a month helping walking my dog. March is one of the busiest periods so their help was such a life saver. We are so lucky to have them. Unfortunately i could spend much time due to my working hours but it was absolutely comfortable for me to have them at my place. Crosby also love them a lot. If… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Feb 2026
Left by Workawayer (Hanna) for host
Tony was a great host and Crosby is a really sweet dog and I never met such a cuddly cat as Rosie. His place is very spacey and big and the Kotatsu was a perfect place to chill. The place is in a good location for exploring Kumamoto city, since it's not too far from the center. The only thing you should know is that you're going to spend a lot of… read more
17 Feb 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Hanna)
Hanna took great care of my dog and cats which really saved me. She also used my place clean with care. She will be always welcome to my place. Thank you for all your help and good luck with your rest of your trip.
(Excellent
)
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10 Apr 2026
Left by Workawayer (Lovina) for host
I stayed at Tonys apartment for only one week and i wish i could have stayed longer! The dog Crosby and the cats Tom and Rosie were lovely! Crosby was very well trained and never barked! The cats were super cuddely and talkative haha. I had many cozy moments with them. Sometimes i would play on the piano and all three of them would gather round,… read more
7 Apr 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Lovina)
Lovina stayed at my place only about a week but she has helped more than i’ve asked. I appreciate all the cleanings you’ve done. The shower has been a source of stress but i just couldn’t do since i’d rather spend time on something else. It was such nice surprise. Also thank you for being a good friend with my dog and cats. Thank you again and you… read more
(Excellent)
24 Mar 2026
Left by Workawayer (Belladonna & Samuel) for host
We had the best time looking after Crosby, Tommy & Rosie! We miss them so much already!
Tony is so friendly & helpful and has lots of amazing recommendations.
It was such a nice experience and a great way to explore the less touristy areas of Japan.
Kumamoto is a really peaceful and relaxing place with everything you need like shopping centres,… read more
Tony is so friendly & helpful and has lots of amazing recommendations.
It was such a nice experience and a great way to explore the less touristy areas of Japan.
Kumamoto is a really peaceful and relaxing place with everything you need like shopping centres,… read more
18 Mar 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Belladonna & Samuel)
Bella and Sam stayed at my place a bit more than a month helping walking my dog. March is one of the busiest periods so their help was such a life saver. We are so lucky to have them. Unfortunately i could spend much time due to my working hours but it was absolutely comfortable for me to have them at my place. Crosby also love them a lot. If… read more
(Excellent)
18 Feb 2026
Left by Workawayer (Hanna) for host
Tony was a great host and Crosby is a really sweet dog and I never met such a cuddly cat as Rosie. His place is very spacey and big and the Kotatsu was a perfect place to chill. The place is in a good location for exploring Kumamoto city, since it's not too far from the center. The only thing you should know is that you're going to spend a lot of… read more
17 Feb 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Hanna)
Hanna took great care of my dog and cats which really saved me. She also used my place clean with care. She will be always welcome to my place. Thank you for all your help and good luck with your rest of your trip.
(Excellent)
2 Feb 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie was a great guest. My current work needs me to overtime quite a lot and Sophie really saved me for taking good care of my pets. She also kept my place clean and nice. If you’re checking this reference to decide whether to host her or not, don’t hesitate to say yes. She will be always welcomed at my place.
(Excellent)
6 Jan 2026
Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host
I stayed at Tony's place for around 6 weeks and I had a great time with Crosby, Tom and Rose. The work is easy - you walk Crosby for one hour twice a day, clean the cats litter, and clean the apartment when needed. I had another volunteer with me so the work was even less. The cats are the friendliest I've met, I miss them already, and Crosby and… read more
21 Sep 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Xavier)
Xavier had been a great help taking care of my dog and I’m impressed about his self discipline and the way he explores & enjoys his life. I’ve been suffering long working hours and he saved me and my dog’s life.thanks to him, my dog is in great shape , always cheerful. He also took good care of my place during his stay. He will be always welcome… read more
(Excellent)
8 Sep 2025
Left by Workawayer (Xavier) for host
I am forever greatful to have been given this opportunity to experience Japan. I always desired a local life somewhere different. Somewhere not mainstream media. This was exactly that. It was very nice to explore Kumamoto as it is a beautiful prefecture most don't know about. Tony was an excellent host. The room was clean, the house was organized… read more
8 Sep 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Sukey Minay Glynne & Alexander Douglas)
It was such a great pleasure having Sukey and Alex. I appreciate all the helps. It really made my life much easier. They’ll be always welcome to my place. If you’re reading this to decide whether to host them or not, do not hesitate to say yes! Thank you again and we’ll miss you!
(Excellent)
3 Sep 2025
Left by Workawayer (Sukey Minay Glynne & Alexander Douglas) for host
We stayed with Tony and his lovely pets for three weeks and it was great! His two cats are so talkative and friendly, we really enjoyed cuddling and playing with them. We walked Crosby twice a day and he was so full of energy. He's such a friendly dog and we miss him and his goofy smile a lot. Tony was a great host, easy-going and friendly. His… read more
6 Jul 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Polat Korhan)
Korhan stayed at my place for about a month. He did great help on house chores and taking care of my pets. He also helped my friend’s garden work. I didn’t get to listen properly but he’s also a musician. I had great time for his stay
(Excellent)
29 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Suzie) for host
My stay in Kumamoto was truly heartwarming and memorable!!
Tony was a fantastic host, friendly, welcoming(Btw, amazing baker). Crosby, the energetic and loverly dog, and Tommy and Rosie, the two people-friendly cats, made every day fun. I also enjoyed sharing the room with Hannah, my lovely roommate and fellow traveler.
I feel so fortunate to… read more
Tony was a fantastic host, friendly, welcoming(Btw, amazing baker). Crosby, the energetic and loverly dog, and Tommy and Rosie, the two people-friendly cats, made every day fun. I also enjoyed sharing the room with Hannah, my lovely roommate and fellow traveler.
I feel so fortunate to… read more
12 Apr 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Suzie)
Suzie is a amazing and warm person, always happy and positive. It was such a good memory. Hannah and i miss her a lot. She helped me greatly on house chores and pet sitting. Saved my life. She will be always welcome to my place:)
(Excellent)
5 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Jette)
It was a great pleasure for me and my fluffy friends to have Jette at our place. She is very friendly and helpful. I’m grateful for all the helps she did. Jette will be always welcome to my place.
(Excellent)
16 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Patricija) for host
Staying with Tony and the boys was a very relaxing and fulfilling experience. Tony was an awesome host, and his apartment is super cozy and welcoming. We had some great chats and shared some delicious food. I recently lost all my pets, so it meant a lot to be around Crosby, Tom, and Rose. Crosby and I had a few little disagreements, but he's… read more
4 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Patricija)
We (Crosby, Tom, Rose, and me) all miss her already! It was a great pleasure to have her and she was a huge help. At the same time, i found it quite relaxing to see her at the same place every time after my work is done 🤣. She took great care of my fluffy buddies and i really appreciate it. She will be always welcome to visit my place again. Good… read more
(Excellent)
15 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jeff & Siti) for host
We were happy to meet Tony when we got his reply to stay at his place and gladly accepted. His place is really convenient with walking distance to the train station, convenience store and big supermarket that has most of everything. We just do daily routine taking care Crosby ,playing with the cat Tom,Rosie and living in the home such as our home… read more
14 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeff & Siti)
Jeff and Siti stayed at my place for a month and it was a huge pleasure and help for me. They are friendly and thoughtful. I’m grateful that they really did treat my pets and place like theirs. I could totally feel that my pets had so much fun with them and even i’ve got to have better life. I can definitely say they are wonderful and would… read more
(Excellent)
29 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Giulia)
Giulia stayed at my place about two weeks. It was a great pleasure to have her. She was such a wonderful friend of my dog and cats. Her help really saved me a lot. She also used my place nice and clean. If she would like to come again, i would be happy to open the for her again. Thank you again and hope reference helps your future travels. If you… read more
(Excellent)
20 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Giulia) for host
I stayed at Tony's place for two weeks and it was a very good experience!
Tony is very kind and helpful and his animals are adorable. Crosby is a friendly and a super cute dog, the cats also are lovely. Kumamoto is a very nice and quite city; not far away from the house there is a really amazing japanese garden which I recommend to go visit.… read more
Tony is very kind and helpful and his animals are adorable. Crosby is a friendly and a super cute dog, the cats also are lovely. Kumamoto is a very nice and quite city; not far away from the house there is a really amazing japanese garden which I recommend to go visit.… read more
30 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Maike)
The time me and my animal brothers spent with Maike was absolutely amazing. She spent a lot of time with my dog and cats and they loved her. I truly appreciate her support and it was great that she also enjoyed it. I don’t think she will have workaway in near future but i still decided to leave to this feedback hoping it could help her someday. If… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jonatan)
Jonathan has stayed at my place about a month. It was a pleasure to have him. I was very comfortable and it was also great help. He took good care of my dog and cats and i was able to leave home without worries. He would be always welcomed to my place. If you get to meet him, don’t hesitate to say yes :)
(Excellent)
8 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jonatan) for host
Tony is super duper kind and welcoming! Tony is also very understanding and easy to talk to.
I stayed here about a month and got to see his puppy grow a lot. Got a lot of cuddles from rose the orange cat. The apartment is huge and cool.
Thank you for giving this kindness back to the world.
say hey to rose for me xD
I stayed here about a month and got to see his puppy grow a lot. Got a lot of cuddles from rose the orange cat. The apartment is huge and cool.
Thank you for giving this kindness back to the world.
say hey to rose for me xD
2 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
Tony gave me a place to stay last minute and it was a fantastic experience. His pets are super lovely and fun to take care of. I was able to work on my thesis a lot while taking care of his place and the pets a bit during the day.
He is super nice and interesting and has many stories to tell. I felt very comfortable with him and he made me feel… read more
He is super nice and interesting and has many stories to tell. I felt very comfortable with him and he made me feel… read more
29 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
Sarah was incredible help for taking care of my dog. Also, she took care of my place just like hers. It probably didn’t notice all the details she helped my i could definitely feel that my place is cleaner than before. It was also good to have someone doing academic at home (she was writing her thesis)
If you could get a chance to meet her, I… read more
If you could get a chance to meet her, I… read more
(Excellent)
29 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Emiko) for host
Tony is very kind and welcoming host. My friend and I had a really good time there! His two cats Rosie, Tom and Crosby (puppy) are so adorable and fun to play with them.
I felt very safe and comfortable to stay in his place :) Its close to the city and there is beautiful parks nearby, his place is clean and lovely.
I highly recommend it !
Thanks… read more
I felt very safe and comfortable to stay in his place :) Its close to the city and there is beautiful parks nearby, his place is clean and lovely.
I highly recommend it !
Thanks… read more
21 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Emiko)
Emiko and her friend’s stay was great. I appreciate all the small things you did and the help for setting the balcony. Crosby loves running around it. I’m glad to see you relaxed and having fun while you’re staying. You’ll be always welcome to my place. I wish my luck for your rest of the trip.
(Excellent)
11 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Laura & Cristina) for host
We are so grateful for this experience! We had the best time in Kumamoto with Tony, Rose, Tom, and the little Crosby :) Tony is an interesting and truly kind person with whom you can have nice conversations. His house is beautiful, with a nice terrace to hang out on. You will have a private room for yourself, which is very nice. The tasks to do… read more
10 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura & Cristina)
Laura and Cristina are absolutely fantastic people to spend time together. Their stay have been very helpful and nice. They took great care of my dog and cats. I am very grateful for the help. They will be always welcomed to my place. If you have received a message from them, do not miss it!
(Excellent)
10 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Patrycja)
Pati is a great person. Her stay was a big help. Thanks a lot for keeping a good company with my boys. They will miss you too! Wish my best luck to the rest of your trip. She will be always welcomed to my place
(Excellent)
10 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Patrycja) for host
I had a great time staying with Tony. As it was my first experience staying at someone’s house, I was a little worried how it should look like, but Tony made it really easy for me, with the transparent house rules, easy access in and out, and a really nice room I was staying in. Of course I have to mention Tony’s furry friends; Rosie, Tom and… read more
7 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Hans) for host
Tony is an incredibly kind host.
He provided me with my own room, I could take showers, use the fridge to store my food, play with Crosby (the most adorable puppy in Japan) and he even let me borrow his guitar.
Overall I felt very comfortable around Tony and I even got I invited to a farewell BBQ party that was organized for one of his… read more
He provided me with my own room, I could take showers, use the fridge to store my food, play with Crosby (the most adorable puppy in Japan) and he even let me borrow his guitar.
Overall I felt very comfortable around Tony and I even got I invited to a farewell BBQ party that was organized for one of his… read more
6 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Hans)
Hans is a great guy. He helped a lot of things it really saved my time. I really do appreciate and he’ll be always welcome to my place. He is the first workawayer my puppy met. Crosby is a lucky guy to meet you. Thanks again for being a good friend with Rosie, Tommy, and Crosby. Sorry that i couldn’t spend much time with you. Wish my best luck for… read more
(Excellent)
20 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Fabien & Eva)
It was a great pleasure to have Eva and Fabien. I appreciate their help, talk and the time we spent together.
They will be always welcomed to my place at anytime. If you have a chance to meet them, don’t miss it!
They will be always welcomed to my place at anytime. If you have a chance to meet them, don’t miss it!
(Excellent)
18 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Fabien & Eva) for host
Very welcoming and kind, our stay at Tony's place was truly enjoyable! There isn't a lot of work to do but the two cats are adorable, and the apartment is beautiful! Tony is an interesting person and was very responsive. We definitely recommend it if you want to immerse yourself in Japanese culture and feel at home!
8 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
She stayed at my place for 2 months and was planning to stay longer. I had to ask her to leave due to her misbehavior. She broke the house rules and brought a complete stranger to my house and messed up my place while i was out of the town for business trip. I would definitely not recommend to host her.
(Negative)
