Ryuji

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In my 20s, I worked hard, only sleeping about three hours a day. After nearly 10 years of working, I realized that working hard for money wasn't for me.

After that, I started looking for other lifestyles and became interested in self-sufficient life in the countryside.

With no background in self-sufficiency, I believed that learning by doing was the only way to go.

Then I volunteered at an off-grid farm for 6 month in Japan. I built a small hut from the foundation, so I know how to use basic carpentry tools and power tools.

While pursuing self-sufficient life, naturally I get very interested in permaculture, organic farming, animal husbandry, natural building and food forests etc...

In other words, I am interested in everything related to self-sufficient life.

Thanks to workaway and great hosts, I volunteered at homesteads for

Turkey (4 weeks)
India (12 weeks)
Kazakhstan (3 weeks)
Bulgaria (6 weeks)
Greece (2 weeks)
Malaysia (2 weeks)

in 2024.

Then I started growing vegetables at my little garden and was able to produce more than half of my own vegetables in 2025.

That was so fun!!

Now, I would like to experience self-sufficient life in various countries around the world again.

I am eager to contribute and learn a lot in your farm.
Interests

DIY & crafts

Plant care

Hitchhiking

Fitness

Beach

Adventure sports

Books

Culture

Self development

Water sports

Winter sports

Yoga / Wellness

Van life

Sustainability

Sailing / Boating

Outdoor activities

Nature

Languages

Mountain

Hiking

Gardening

Farming

Camping
Languages

Languages spoken
Japanese: Fluent
English: Intermediate

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I can communicate in English, but I can't speak it fluently. So I want to improve my English. I can teach you Japanese instead. Let's talk about Japanese anime etc...

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I'm interested in:

Languages

Eco Projects

Light gardening

Animal Care

Life at a Farmstay

Light maintenance

Some knowledge of:

Creative DIY projects
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I have traveled to more than 20 countries so far, so I can communicate in English and have an understanding of different cultures.

In 2023, I volunteeted at an off-grid farm for about half a year in Japan and learned organic farming and carpentry.

During that time, I built a small hut from the foundation, so I know how to use basic carpentry tools and power tools.
Age

40
What else ...

I have a strong desire for experience, so I want to do anything I have never done before.
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2 Jul 2026

Left by host (Helping on a smallholding and ...) for Workawayer ()

Ryuji was an excellent workawayer. He was hard working, polite and enthusiastic in all tasks, whether work or leisure. Ryuji helped with hay making, scything, weeding and also joined in with us when we went swimming in the sea and mountain biking. Ryuji got on well with everyone and although quiet at first, he soon made friends with us all. It was … read more

(Excellent )

1 Jul 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Helping on a smallholding and ...)

I had the most amazing week, all thanks to Julia, Dave, and their wonderful family.

It was right in the middle of haymaking season, so I mainly helped with that, but the balance between work and play was incredible. In just one week, We went swimming in the sea twice, enjoyed Dave’s band playing live, went mountain biking in the hills, played … read more

(Excellent )

11 Jun 2026

Left by host (Join our Afro-indigenous ...) for Workawayer ()

Ryuji was friendly, helpful and very capable. He performed a range of tasks including garden work, installing panels, setting up cameras (for dog viewing), cleaning and a few other tasks. He was well skilled in many things and always approached his task without hesitation. He was nice, quiet and his travel experience is inspiring.

(Excellent )

11 Jun 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join our Afro-indigenous ...)

I completely agree with Dafydd and Hanna’s reviews! Roz's cooking was incredibly delicious and beautifully presented—every single meal made me so happy. Also, Roslyn's house was honestly the cleanest home I have ever seen in my life. My own standard of "clean" was clearly lower than hers, so learning her routine to keep the house so spotless was … read more

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14 May 2026

Left by host (Off-grid living in the ...) for Workawayer ()

Ryuji is a quiet gentle soul who was the perfect person to look after my place when I left for eight days. Even though his English is limited, he took photos of everything he needed to do here, and he took immaculate care of the animals and land and garden while I was gone. When I was here, he worked hard on weeding the round pen, and pulling … read more

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12 May 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Off-grid living in the ...)

Peg is an absolutely incredible person. Her energy, physical strength, and spirituality are all so exceptional that it's hard to believe she is in her 70s. I truly loved listening to her life stories and never grew tired of them. I feel so lucky to have met someone who has become a true role model for me. I am deeply grateful for the wonderful … read more

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2 Jul 2026

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1 Jul 2026

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11 Jun 2026

Left by host (Join our Afro-indigenous ...) for Workawayer

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11 Jun 2026

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14 May 2026

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12 May 2026

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16 Mar 2026

Left by host (Join us to create our dream ...) for Workawayer

It was a pleasure to host Ryuji. He is a kind, curious, respectful, gentle soul. He was a huge help in getting our garden prepped and ready for the spring. Wishing you the best on your travels!

(Excellent)

15 Mar 2026

Left by Workawayer for host (Join us to create our dream ...)

I had an incredible 2-week stay with Christian and Karina.

The off-grid systems they've built-including the irrigation, water, and electricity-are truly impressive. Everything was so seamless and comfortable that I wouldn't have even known it was off-grid if they hadn't told me.

As part of my help, I got to set up a garden bed. It was my first … read more

(Excellent)

12 Dec 2025

Left by Workawayer for host (Become part of childhood ...)

Thanks to David, I had a very relaxing time on his farm. The farm is surrounded by beautiful mountains and the air is incredibly fresh. Following Lagom spirit, he was really caring my work time not to be over four hours each day so that I could enjoy my free time. The Vietnamese food he provided was delicious and I ate so much every time. I am … read more

(Excellent)

4 Dec 2025

Left by host (Help us regenerate a little ...) for Workawayer

Ryuji is a very seasoned workawayer and we can clearly see why he is so popular! He has a fantastic work ethic, keen to learn and experience everything, he's gentle, has a great sense of humour, is really good and natural with animals , very adaptable, cheerful, and just great to have around! He's only been gone 1 day and we miss him terribly! … read more

(Excellent)

4 Dec 2025

Left by Workawayer for host (Help us regenerate a little ...)

Thanks to Kim and Syd, I had one of the best quality time in my life. It's amazing that all the meat, eggs, honey and goat milk we eat are self-sufficient. Usually, I get diarrhea when I eat a lot of animal foods, but I was surprised that the digestive system worked perfectly for the animal foods here. They changed my view of food dramatically and … read more

(Excellent)

4 Dec 2025

Left by Workawayer for host (Visit our 150 acres of ...)

Thanks to Pat and John, I spent a surprisingly fulfilling time despite my short stay for 6 days. Their land is peaceful, quiet and beautiful. It was a wonderful memory to relax and enjoy the sunset with them. I worked with John and amazed at his knowledge and skills about gardening, forest maintenance, bushfire management, electrical work and … read more

(Excellent)

19 Jan 2025

Left by host (Experience life in our ...) for Workawayer

Ryuji was a nice and friendly volunteer. He observed house rules well and kept the room clean. He was a reliable person who you can trust on him. He can work independently for the tasks given. Really appreciate his helps at our homestead. Please don't hesitate to accept him as your volunteer.

(Excellent)

19 Jan 2025

Left by Workawayer for host (Experience life in our ...)

Thanks to Jern and Kai, I had a great time in their farm. Their Food Forest has just started, but well planned and managed. I am impressed by the blessings of fruits in tropical climates such as bananas, papayas, and jackfruits. Jern gave me a variety of tasks, so I enjoyed working without getting bored. Kai was a great cook, and I really enjoyed … read more

(Excellent)

30 Dec 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Help around my farm while ...)

Thanks to Shirin, I had great 10 days. It's inspiring that she created this amazing farm from nothing in the middle of the city. I really enjoyed digging drains, repairing structures and building pathways. She always thought about how to help me experience Malaysian culture. She often took me to nearby markets and I loved them so much. She also … read more

(Excellent)

20 Dec 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Help with taking care of our ...)

Thanks to Kak Muni and Cik Lah, I had a wonderful stay. I am surprised that they have guests staying at their farm almost every day. By staying at the farm as a volunteer, I quickly understood why. It's because of their hospitality and gentle personality. Also I am amazed with how beautifully designed and well-maintained the farm is, it's hard to … read more

(Excellent)

12 Dec 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Join me to make my small land ...)

Iqbal is a very friendly guy with a great vibe. He has a great sense of humor and hospitality. His farm has just started and most of the buildings are unfinished, but it is a great place for those who want to live a simple life. He's running many projects at the same time. When I stayed, I plowed the fields, sowed the seeds, and helped building … read more

(Excellent)

4 Dec 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Experience agroecological ...)

Thanks to Madhu and Sampada, I had a good time in their farm. Many times they gave me a dish made with local ingredients and I enjoyed them so much. They accepted a large number of volunteers for the first time when I stayed. Because of that, I've experienced a lack of explanation occasionally, but I think it will improve in the near future. As … read more

(Excellent)

19 Nov 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Explore local culture, food ...)

Thanks to Niranjan, Shruthi and Janish, I had a great time in the farm. Every day I really enjoyed Indian cuisine. Most of the meals are new to me. During my stay, I also got used to eating with my hands. On the weekend, they took me to an Indian wedding party and it was an amazing experience. If you want to experience the real Indian culture, I … read more

(Excellent)

8 Nov 2024

Left by host (Permaculture, natural ...) for Workawayer

Ryuji stayed with us for two weeks in autumn 2024. He helped us a lot in various tasks around the farm. He already had a lot of skills in farm life but also he is a very good listener and a fast and effective learner. He handled everything with a lot of care and followed instructions perfectly. Moreover he made a few but very important and into … read more

(Excellent)

3 Nov 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Permaculture, natural ...)

Thanks to Andreas, Peggy and Demetra, I had a wonderful two weeks.

They have a reason for everything they do, answered any question I had, and I really learned a lot about permaculture and farm life. I was also astonished by their own innovative ideas.

In addition, I was very impressed with their parenting philosophy. Their attitudes affirming … read more

(Excellent)

25 Oct 2024

Left by host (Enjoy the beauty of a simple ...) for Workawayer

Ryuji stayed with us for 3 weeks, during which he helped us in all kinds of different works around the house, in the garden and in construction of the bathroom.
Ryuji is very kind, respectful and always willing to help. He adapted so good, even if the conditions were harsh sometimes. We had great flow all these weeks and nice conversations.
Thank … read more

(Excellent)

19 Oct 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Enjoy the beauty of a simple ...)

If you think about livIng in a sustainable way in the future, here is the place for you. I am sure you will be inspired by what Manuel and Maria acheived from scratch for only two years. I am also amazed how much they are loved by neighbors. They have a great community around the region and I really enjoyed meeting them. Daily tasks varied as … read more

(Excellent)

29 Sep 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Learn and create in our ...)

I had a great time at their farm. Sophie and Krasi are really kind and friendly. Their food forest is amazing and when I was there we could harvest countless apples and pears. I also enjoyed eating and preserving the fruits, vegetables, beans, and nuts that we harvested. In addition, I was impressed with the community they formed with neighbors … read more

(Excellent)

4 Sep 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Come to our permaculture farm ...)

I had so many new experiences through daily work.

Foraging blackberries, harvesting almonds, making jam, seed picking and cardboard mulching etc...

The family treats animals with great care such as frequently changing chicken and goose locations so they can eat fresh grass.

I was also impressed that almost everything was circulated by various … read more

(Excellent)

5 Aug 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Help with farm chores and ...)

Thanks to Alzhas and Aida, I had a great time in the farm. Every day I really enjoyed Kazakhstan cuisine. After work I don't know how many times I swam in the lake or river. Besides that, I enjoyed billiards, karaoke, and even the sauna. And what I can't forget is watching the beautiful sunset every evening. Also I am grateful to the volunteers … read more

(Excellent)

10 Jul 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Enjoy organic farming and ...)

Thanks to Pawan, I had a wonderful experience on the farm.

India's local life- delicious meals（Thanks to Kiran）and people（including Pawan）who are always talking and laughing.

Blessings from fruit trees such as plums, apricots, berries, peaches and apples.

Living with cows- butter, buttermilk, yogurt, ghee and cow dung compost.

Transition from … read more

(Excellent)

15 Jun 2022

Left by host (Join our family farm and ...) for Workawayer

Ryuji is hard working and clever guy he helped us too much in the farm during the preparing process of our field which was not easy.

(Excellent)

2 Jun 2022

Left by Workawayer for host (Join our family farm and ...)

Thanks not only to Alper but also to his mother, father, brothers, cousin, relatives, girlfriend, ex-colleagues, friends, RV park users, workawayers and others, I had the best experience I will never forget.

Beacause their daily life is extraordinary for me, it was an excellent environment to experience Turkish culture.

As other workawayers … read more

(Excellent)

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