Akiko

Canada
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Travel information

I am currently

Travelling
Description

I'm from Japan. I used to work at cosmetic companies in Japan, but I quit to travel! I did workaway in 2019-2020, and it was really nice, so I started workaway again.
Interests

Books

Nature

Hiking
Languages

Languages spoken
Japanese: Fluent
English: Intermediate

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Light maintenance

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

Charity Work

Languages

Art Projects

Teaching

House & pet sitting
More details about your skills

I'm a hard worker.
When I was in Japan, I lived alone, so I had to do chores. So, I can help chores as well.
I'm interested in trying new things!!
Age

40
What else ...

English isn't my native language, but I can work hard!
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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5 Jun 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Eco-Friendly Barn Renovation ...)

She has a big garden, so my main job was weeding. But I could take a rest whenever I got tired, so it wasn't a hard job.
Vanya cooked Bulgatian food, which I enjoyed. She used to live in a city, so it is also fun to hear about her life. On my days off, I explored Plovdiv. Altogerh I really enjoyed staying here!

(Excellent )

5 Jun 2026

Left by host (Eco-Friendly Barn Renovation ...) for Workawayer ()

Akiko was with us for 3 weeks. She was working hard in our yard and did a lot of weeding, which was a thought task. She is responsible and kind. We had nice talks in the evenings and she is welcome to come back.

(Excellent )

19 Feb 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join our pet-loving home in ...)

I really enjoyed staying with many dogs and seeing all the dogs are very different. I haven't had a pet, but now I'm thinking of having a pet after going back to my country.

(Very good )

10 Feb 2026

Left by host (Join our pet-loving home in ...) for Workawayer ()

Akiko follow intructions clearly, she is respectful and take care of herself well. Achieve clear define goal and task provided. Easy to communicate. Good at cleaning and house chores.

(Very good )

6 Dec 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help us transform our five ...)

Sam has a lot of vegetables and fruit trees, so my job was gardening. Because I'm interested in healthy food and homegrown vegetable, I really enjoyed staying there. Everyday I could eat salad with greens from his garden. He cooked many of other healthy foods as well including bread. I also appreciated his taking me to a national park and a … read more

(Excellent )

1 Dec 2025

Left by host (Help us transform our five ...) for Workawayer ()

Akiko stayed with us for three and a half weeks and proved to be a very easy person to have around. She mostly kept to herself after hours, though was good for a conversation during dinner, while working or on an outing. She was respectful of the house rules and always clean and tidy. Akiko's work ethic was excellent and although slight in build … read more

(Excellent )

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(5.0)

5 Jun 2026

Left by Workawayer for host (Eco-Friendly Barn Renovation ...)

(Excellent)

5 Jun 2026

Left by host (Eco-Friendly Barn Renovation ...) for Workawayer

(Excellent)

19 Feb 2026

Left by Workawayer for host (Join our pet-loving home in ...)

I really enjoyed staying with many dogs and seeing all the dogs are very different. I haven't had a pet, but now I'm thinking of having a pet after going back to my country.

(Very good)

10 Feb 2026

Left by host (Join our pet-loving home in ...) for Workawayer

Akiko follow intructions clearly, she is respectful and take care of herself well. Achieve clear define goal and task provided. Easy to communicate. Good at cleaning and house chores.

(Very good)

6 Dec 2025

Left by Workawayer for host (Help us transform our five ...)

(Excellent)

1 Dec 2025

Left by host (Help us transform our five ...) for Workawayer

(Excellent)

29 Jun 2019

Left by host for Workawayer

Beyond a genuine and heartfelt friendship that grew during the weeks Akiko stayed in our home, I have nothing but good things to say about Akiko and our shared experience. All the superlatives apply. I truly enjoyed our many conversations, some local trips and sharing meals together each day. I am also very grateful for the real dedication Akiko … read more

(Excellent)

24 Jun 2019

Left by Workawayer for host (Help me with renovations and ...)

I really enjoyed staying at Doug's house. I experienced not only gardening but also preparing Canadian food and hanging out together. After meals, we usually talk about health, food or something like that which both of us were interested in. My English isn't good, but he explained what I couldn't understand. I study English and like walking, so it … read more

(Excellent)

24 Jun 2019

Left by Workawayer for host (Help in our home in ...)

I stayed for 2 months. This was my first workaway and I really enjoyed it. I saw puppies born three times. I hadn't seen the scene before, so I was moved. All of puppies were so cute. Of course that is not only puppies. Adult ones, too. They have thier own personalities. I also hadn't lived with many dogs before. So, I had really good and fun … read more

(Excellent)