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Welcome to my family home, a peaceful retreat in the mountains and forests of Gunma, about 30 minutes from Minakami.
Last year, after two intense months of renovation, the house slowly came back to life thanks to the help and energy of volunteers and friends. I truly couldn’t have done it alone. Honestly, I didn’t think it would turn out this good.
This big wooden house in the forest has a warm retro atmosphere and had been unused for many years.
Most of the big work is done, but in a 300 m² house there are always small things to improve, so I sometimes look for short-stay help. I’m especially happy if you have some DIY skills, because I’m still learning.
I’m looking for people who enjoy being active, helping out, fixing things, and spending time in nature. Life here is simple and hands-on, but really rewarding if you like mountain life.
I appreciate people who are positive, enjoy sharing, and are happy to help where needed. If that sounds like you, you’ll probably enjoy your time here.
⏳ Short stays only
All volunteers are paid ¥1,000 per hour.
You must have a visa that allows paid work in Japan (Working Holiday for example).
🌿 Access & Area
I only got my driver’s license last year, and public transport here is limited (about 3 buses a day), so having your own car makes things easier.
The area is surrounded by nature with many outdoor activities.
Takaragawa Onsen, one of the most beautiful outdoor hot springs in Japan, is only a 10min drive away.
If you’d like to spend some time in the forest while helping with the final touches of the house, feel free to reach out. DIY skills are really welcome!
I’d be happy to hear from you.
I’m planning to host 2–3 people in April so the atmosphere stays relaxed and friendly.
Types of help and learning opportunities
DIY and building projects
Interests
Languages
Photography
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Hiking
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I was born in Tokyo and raised in a double culture, with a Japanese father and an Italian mother. I attended the French School from age 3 and lived in Tokyo until I was 12. Then, I spent 10 years in Paris until I graduated from university. At 23, I returned to Tokyo and worked for FIAT for 9 years. In 2015, I left my job to follow my dream of a nomadic life and I have been using Workaway as volunteering since 2016 :)
Since then, I’ve spent 3 years traveling in South America, 1 year in Africa, and I’ve visited many countries in the Himalayan region, always happy to explore the smiling countries of Southeast Asia. I love nature, mountains, and meeting new people. I’m excited to share my languages—Japanese, Italian, French, English, and Spanish—and my experiences with you.
If you have ideas or suggestions to make the house even more magical, I’d love to hear them! I’m open to learning new things and excited to exchange knowledge and cultures with you.Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
Main help needed right now
• Organizing the basement (tools, wood, renovation stuff)
• Gardening and removing weeds
• Cleaning windows
• Small DIY tasks
• Some painting
• Emptying a room to redo the flooring
Optional:
If you enjoy taking photos, making videos, or social media, you’re very welcome to help with that too.
I’m looking for people who enjoy being active, helping out, fixing things, and spending time in nature. Life here is simple and hands-on, but really rewarding if you like mountain life.
tiring gardening work
DIY, there are always small things to fix around an old wooden house
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Japanese: FluentThis 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.
Accommodation
There are several rooms available, each with European-style beds.
I’m not a great cook, so meals are usually simple. I’m on a bit of a budget, so the food is basic, but there’s always something to eat and we’ll cook and share meals together.
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.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
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The photos were just as impressive, thoughtful, beautiful, and full of… read more
I truly had a great time staying with you. I felt welcomed and comfortable from the very first day. I really appreciated your trust, our interesting conversations, and the relaxed atmosphere.
Thanks again for this wonderful experience. I learned a lot and I hope our paths will cross again someday.
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He really enjoys cooking (especially baking!) and prepared tasty meals for us with care and creativity 🍴✨. Beyond that, he is calm,… read more
She took beautiful photos of the house and helped me so much with the website and social media. I couldn’t have done it so quickly without her!
She’s kind, calm, thoughtful, and truly hardworking. It was such a joy to have her here, the house felt… read more
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The photos were just as impressive, thoughtful, beautiful, and full of… read more
I truly had a great time staying with you. I felt welcomed and comfortable from the very first day. I really appreciated your trust, our interesting conversations, and the relaxed atmosphere.
Thanks again for this wonderful experience. I learned a lot and I hope our paths will cross again someday.
See you… read more
He really enjoys cooking (especially baking!) and prepared tasty meals for us with care and creativity 🍴✨. Beyond that, he is calm,… read more
She took beautiful photos of the house and helped me so much with the website and social media. I couldn’t have done it so quickly without her!
She’s kind, calm, thoughtful, and truly hardworking. It was such a joy to have her here, the house felt… read more
From the very first day, everything felt so natural. We shared nice conversations, ate together, laughed a lot, and really enjoyed sharing the work together.
They helped me with so many different things, always with care, intelligence,… read more
I’m glad she got to experience a bit of Japanese life and… read more
Work was varied, since we restored an old house. I… read more
