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Experience rural life and local customs at a traditional house in Ibaraki-ken, Japan

I live in a 200 year old traditional Japanese house nestled in the peaceful countryside of Daigo, Japan. Surrounded by lush nature, this home is an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, offering a taste of authentic Japanese rural ......

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Help brighten up my in home and share your creativity in Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan

I'm CD. I'm a novelist, developer, and nomad living in Japan (partly but just as a tourist) . I'm originally from the West Coast of the US but lived in Hawaii longer than anywhere else. I've also lived in Morocco, Turkey, and here in Japan with long ......

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Help with our project in Appi Kogen, Hachimantai, Japan

English and Japanese couple, seeking help for a Brewpub and Pizza Bar in our ski resort, Hachimantai, for the Summer and Winter Season. We are currently seeking people who can primarily assist with cooking (commercial kitchen) as we have seating ......

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Enjoy a unique experience at our campsite in Fujikawaguchiko, Japan

Enjoy a unique experience in Fujikawaguchiko, a popular tourist destination where many visitors come to admire the views of Mount Fuji. We’re a bunch of people from different countries, all figuring out life in Japan together and making the most of ......

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Immerse yourself in Japanese hospitality, garden and culture in Hakone, Japan

Hello Workawayers! Welcome to our small, family-run guest house in beautiful Hakone, surrounded by nature, hot springs, and traditional Japanese culture. Our guest house is a traditional ryokan, featuring tatami rooms, natural onsen baths, and a ......

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Traditional Japanese spot for travellers on the Nakasendo trail in Narai-juku, Japan

Our hotel is located on the historic Nakasendo trail, in the beautifully preserved post town of Narai-juku, surrounded by mountains, forests, and rivers in the Kiso Valley. We welcome travelers from all over the world, many of whom are walking the ......

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Join our team and discover the beauty of Myoko, Japan

Hi! We are Eliza & Tristan, an Australian couple who fell in love with Myoko. We own a lodge nestled in the mountains of Japan, a short 3 minute drive to Ikenotaira Ski Resort. We fell in love with Myoko as it is such a beautiful area, with great ......

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Help at Our Cozy Mountain Lodge in Minakami, Japan

Come experience life in the mountains of Japan! We run a small, cozy lodge in the beautiful mountain town of Minakami, located in Gunma Prefecture, about one hour from Tokyo by train. Our area is a paradise for lovers of the outdoors, known for ......

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Cultural exchange project for families with children in Nishinari, Osaka, Japan

I am a mother of two children (a 6-year-old son and an 8-year-old daughter). Japanese is their native language. They are beginners in English and can speak a little Chinese. We are considering living abroad in the future, so we would love to give ......

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Lend a helping hand in my garden for a cultural exchange at an old farmhouse in rural Hyogo, Japan

I am a 78 year old Japanese woman living on my own in rural Hyogo. I am wearing a kimono in the first picture. My house is nestled in the mountains of Hyogo, in a countryside village on the outside of a small town which is surrounded by rice fields ......

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Help us at a beachside hostel in the picturesque west side of Izu Peninsula, Japan

Thanks for watching this information. This account is managed by Tomohiro. We are a hostel, which is the survivor hostel from pandemic in the bay area of Heda, Shizuoka prefecture. West Izu, where our hostel is located, has both a pretty view on ......

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Join our family life and support our daily routine on Teshima Island, Japan

We are a small family living on the beautiful island of Teshima in Kagawa, Japan. Teshima is known as one of the “Art Islands” of the Seto Inland Sea, surrounded by nature, quiet beaches, and a warm local community. It’s a peaceful place where you ......

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Experience the lifestyle of a Japanese family in the vibrant city of Hamamatsu, Japan

About Us We are a family of four living in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture (father, mother, a 4-year-old daughter, and a 1-year-old son, as of April 2026). Hamamatsu is located roughly halfway between Tokyo and Osaka. To reach our home, please ......

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French language exchange in Ryugasaki, Japan

My goal is a lot of foreigners(specially french speaker.my husband is french. I want to learn french.) come to my town. For that I made a female sharehouse(Ryugasaki Ibaraki prefecture,Ryugasaki is my hometown). I want foreigners to experience local ......

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Experience the beauty and fun of the summer in Myoko, Japan

Hi there, I’m Becky 😊 I am excited to be joining Workaway as a host in Myoko as it was being a workawayer myself that landed me to being here in the first place! I’ve been living in Japan for just over two years and fell in love with this little ......

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Join our team at a pet friendly lodge in Myoko, Japan

Hi everyone, my name is Birte, and I run a small, cozy, pet-friendly lodge in Madarao Kogen. After our very first season (2025–26), we were incredibly lucky to receive so many lovely messages and applications — thank you for that! It honestly means ......

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Join our team and experience Japanese rural life in Myoko, Japan

Welcome to my restaurant. This restaurant was first established in 2008 by the Asakura’s who decided to share their Hiroshima style of Okonomiyaki to the many visitors to Madarao Village, from Japan and around the world. During this time the ......

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Join our family and exchange cultures in Fuchu City, Tokyo, Japan

Dear Au Pair, We are looking for someone who can join our family starting: after November 20. ２０２6 to play with our son and help him improve his English. We prefer females only. Thank you for your understanding. We live in Fuchu, Tokyo; near ......

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Learn to develop a food forest and experience the rich cultural history and nature of Nara, Japan

DEAR WORKAWAY GUEST: PLEASE READ OUR ENTIRE PROFILE CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING A REQUEST. AVAILABLE WORKING PERIODS IN 2026: October 17 - 24; November 14 - 21. NOTE: We do not accept requests outside of these dates and we advice you not to send ......

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Join our multicultural team and enjoy life in Myoko, Japan

My name is Andrew, it was always my dream to one day open my own ski lodge. After a long career in IT and having worked for many years in some of the UK’s largest architectural practices I decided to take the leap and after working in Madarao as a ......

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