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Join our fun, bilingual family in Komoro, Nagano, Japan

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Last activity : 23 Sep 2025

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We are open-minded, outgoing family with 3 kids.
Let's have a wonderful time in beautiful nature and friendly family.

We love...
+Knowing each other, each countries and each culture
+Outdoor activities such as climbing, camping, playing soccer, gardening
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Animal Care
Help around the house
Interests
Pets
Farming
Events & social
Culture
Music
Plant care
Languages
Drawing & painting
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Animals
Winter sports
Team sports
Mountain
Hiking
Camping
Beach
Adventure sports
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
+You can stay in a traditional Japanese style room
+You can experience the life of a four-generation family
+You can enjoy seasonal events such as cherry blossom viewing, summer festivals, fireworks, vegetable harvesting, autumn leaves, and winter sports.
+We can support you improve your Japanese
++My wife has studied abroad in America for 1year
++I'm working at global company

※IMPORTANT
We place great importance on cultural exchange by sharing meals together while having conversations.
Sometimes we hold sushi parties, and at other times we cook dishes from your home countries together(See photos).
Also, since we are in the countryside, it is difficult for you to eat out on your own (there are only convenience stores).

Therefore, as an option, you may contribute 1,400 yen(≒10$) per day for food ingredients, and we will provide three meals a day. This is entirely your choice. Let's chat for further details.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
2-3 hours, 5days a week (depends on your schedule)

++Cleaning up after meals
++Doing the laundry
（Because our family is large, we welcome someone who can reliably take care of cleaning up after meals and doing the laundry.）
+Cleaning rooms,bath,toilet,pet's house
+Pulling weeds in the garden/field(depends on the seasons)
+Playing with Kids(9yrs old girl, 7yrs old boy and 1 yrs old girl) during long holidays(July to August, Early May, From christmas to New Year's). They like playing soccer!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Japanese: Fluent
This host offers a language exchange
+We can support you improve your Japanese ++My wife has studied abroad in America for 1year ++I'm working at global company
Accommodation
+Your own 1 bedroom(traditional Japanese style)
++Air conditioner, table, chair and bed
++Comfortable Wifi
+Bicycle if you want
+Shared kitchen, bathroom, living room, shower room.
What else ...
+5mins to nearby convenience store
+10mins to nearby local train station by bicycle (20 minutes on foot)
+20 mins to the nearby convenient train station by bicycle and 40 mins on foot
+15mins to nearby bullet train station by car

+Living with my father, mother and grand mother together(they live in same house but different area of the house)

+Pets( hamster, turtle, fish, newt)
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?
One
My animals / pets
Kamex(turtle)

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6 May 2025

Left by Workawayer (Sarah-Maude & Braydon) for host

Without a shadow of a doubt, this family is pure love. We were hosted by them originally for five days which extended to eight days, in an exchange that was as much beautiful as it was honest, meaningful, and important in our lives. Each new day was a surprise, and the routines of the household were easily adopted, as we learned more about their… read more life-ways, priorities, and customs.

As we engaged with the entire four generation family deeper, we started to see their unique light shining, and how we could show up in the lives in the most connected ways. Tokuya showed us how he prepares his garden after the long, cold Nagano winter, and we tilled the soil to plant potatoes. We also made Soba from scratch together. Yukiko was naturally curious and open minded, and we enjoyed chatting about young education, philosophical subjects, and Japanese traditions. The kids were very well mannered, they never watched tv, mostly enjoying their manga books or playing a game together. They also showed courage in getting to know us as foreigners which can be challenging at that age with the cultural and language barrier. The grandma was extremely sweet, seemingly so at peace with life, never stressed. baking matcha shortbread, puttering around in the garden, tending flower beds, and hiking with us to an ancient temple on a cliff. Her energy was light and easy to be around. The great grandma showed us some of the old customs, like how to wear a Kimono, the rules of matcha ceremony, Japanese etiquette, and she was keen to let us into her past, by showing photography of her Soba restaurant and pickle factory, plus making origami, and eating with us one night. Then of course, the baby was always looking to connect with the world, so impressed by everything and fairly calm. At the end, she reached for Sarah-Maude's arms, and that felt like a sign of acceptance, like we had truly been welcomed into the family.

Everything that made its way to the table was a true culinary experience; three types of curry, japanese meatloaf, sashimi, miso, endless cups of rice, fresh soba noodles, and I will never forget the amazing shabu-shabu. We would love to cook for you in Canada if you ever come to New Brunswick, and I am happy you enjoyed our pancakes.

We are touched by all the special moments we shared, and would love to see you again, if we are so lucky to visit Japan again.

(Excellent )

23 Apr 2025

Left by host for Workawayer (Antoime)

Antoine is someone who treats others with deep respect. He interacted with our children in a wonderfully thoughtful way—getting down to their level, noticing even the smallest reactions of our one-year-old, and responding to our elementary schooler’s simple communication with kindness and sincerity. His compassionate approach truly warmed our… read more

(Excellent )

21 Apr 2025

Left by Workawayer (Antoime) for host

I had the absolute pleasure of spending a week with one of the kindest and most wonderful families I've ever met. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with open arms. Their warmth, generosity, and genuine hospitality made me feel right at home.

Every day was filled with laughter, great conversations, and delicious home-cooked meals. They… read more

(Excellent )

19 Apr 2025

Left by host for Workawayer (Michele)

Michele is a talented Italian guy with amazing cooking skills. Cooking in an unfamiliar kitchen is never easy, but from the very beginning, Michele effortlessly prepared a variety of world-class Italian dishes for us. My personal favorites were the herb-rich tomato-braised chicken and his homemade tiramisu. I was truly impressed by the incredible… read more

(Excellent )

18 Apr 2025

Left by Workawayer (Michele) for host

Staying with Yukiko, Tokuya and their family was a truly beautiful experience, one I would gladly repeat a thousand times! I stayed for four weeks, but I honestly wish I could have stayed even longer. I already miss Yukiko’s delicious cooking and the joyful energy of the children playing around the house.
The whole family is incredibly warm and… read more

(Excellent )

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6 May 2025

Left by Workawayer (Sarah-Maude & Braydon) for host

(Excellent)

23 Apr 2025

Left by host for Workawayer (Antoime)

(Excellent)

21 Apr 2025

Left by Workawayer (Antoime) for host

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19 Apr 2025

Left by host for Workawayer (Michele)

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18 Apr 2025

Left by Workawayer (Michele) for host

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18 Feb 2025

Left by host for Workawayer (Freya)

Freya is incredibly responsible for someone her age. Despite just arriving in Japan, she maintained a very disciplined routine and completed all the tasks we asked of her with remarkable speed and accuracy. She was also quick to notice the little things that would be helpful, even without us mentioning them, and took the initiative to get them… read more

(Excellent)

13 Feb 2025

Left by Workawayer (Freya) for host

What a beautiful family! I felt like an new family member and so welcomed straight away. Yukiko and Tokuya are the most lovely people ever, so relaxed and considerate, I can't begin to thank them for their consideration and care.

The daily tasks that I was expected to do were very manageable, I found myself wanting to find more things to help… read more

(Excellent)

26 Dec 2024

Left by Workawayer (Nichel) for host

It was an amazing 2 weeks spent with Tokuya-san, Yukiko-san and family. They are very hospitable and generous and made me feel like i was part of their family the entire time. I have so many fond memories from this trip. The great grandmother and grandparents as well are so warm and welcoming and it was lovely talking with them and exchanging… read more

(Excellent)

25 Dec 2024

Left by host for Workawayer (Nichel)

Nick is a naturally funny and very interesting person. Even though it was only two weeks, we have so many hilarious stories to remember, from skiing to the hospital, and even the attic—just thinking about them still makes us laugh! He is also incredibly kind, always willing to help with anything he can, and very friendly. He was great with the… read more

(Excellent)

4 Dec 2024

Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host

What an amazing experience I had in this family ! Everyone was so nice and caring. I learned a lot about japanese culture and even got the chance to wear a kimono thanks to the great grandmother Taeko-san ! ☺️

Being part of the daily life of this beautiful family was truly a blessing. I was so happy to help I never considered my work as so. They… read more

(Excellent)

4 Dec 2024

Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)

Laura is a very caring and detail-oriented person, which made it so comfortable for our family to spend time together. She took on the tasks we asked of her with great dedication, keeping our home beautifully clean and organized.

Not only that, but she is an independent woman with a strong sense of self. Together, we enjoyed visiting shrines,… read more

(Excellent)

4 Dec 2024

Left by Workawayer (Erguvan) for host

I had really great time with Tokuya and Yukiko's big and beautiful family with their beautiful children Yuina, Kazuto and Kaori :) Everyone made me feel like I am home and never judged me. They were always paying attention and willing to understand my culture and experiences. I learned a lot about Japanese culture and I learned how to make my… read more

(Excellent)

4 Dec 2024

Left by host for Workawayer (Erguvan)

Erguvan may be young, but she is an incredibly intelligent woman with not only a remarkable command of languages but also a deep understanding of her roots and culture. On top of that, she has a strong sense of her own values, carefully considering how she thinks and acts. She shares her thoughts with such a great sense of humor that it’s always a… read more

(Excellent)

25 Nov 2024

Left by host for Workawayer (Tanja)

Tanja is truly energetic and takes on tasks that I would never be able to handle on my own, such as weeding the fields in the hot weather. Even without us asking, she notices the small details and actively helps with everything. Even when faced with unfamiliar tasks or challenges, she approaches them with creativity and a willingness to help.

She… read more

(Excellent)

31 Jul 2024

Left by Workawayer (Tanja) for host

I spent three unforgettable weeks at Tokuya’s and Yukiko’s home, together with their lovely and energetic three kids and the nice grandparents and great-grandmother. I couldn’t have wished for a more beautiful, special and loving family for my first workaway in Japan. All I wished for was to see how live is like away from the tourist spots when… read more

(Excellent)

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Join our fun, bilingual family in Komoro, Nagano, Japan

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