Thomas

Travel information

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Activities i am interested in:

Carpentry
Building things
Crafting things
Gardening
Animals
Cooking
Meeting people
Learning things

Description

Hi, I’m Thomas!

I’m a 31 years old French backpacker and I’ve been travelling for over a year now.
I'm in Working Holiday Visa in Japan since beggining of september.
I have a background in eco-construction engineering and I’m also a carpenter, with a strong passion for traditional craftsmanship and alternative building projects.

I’m particularly passionate about traditional timber framing, but I’m also very interested in eco-designed and sustainable buildings. I love learning through practical work, discovering traditional techniques, and sharing my own skills and experience with others.

I’ve already done quite a bit of woofing in Europe, and I really enjoy the spirit behind it, getting involved in a project, being part of a community, and sharing everyday life with people. This will be my first experience with Workaway.

While travelling in Japan, I’m especially looking for experiences connected to traditional Japanese carpentry and timber construction, while also enjoying a good balance between working, discovering the area and sharing time with people.

I’m an easy-going and curious person. I love laughing, sharing passions and hobbies, learning from others, and meeting new people.

I’d be really happy to take part in your project and contribute with my skills and energy.
I’d love to be part of your adventure! :)

Interests

Events & social

Van life

Politics / Social justice

Farming

Self development

Sustainability

Culture

Pets

Plant care

Photography

Music

Carpentry

Gardening

History

Drawing & painting

Cooking & food

DIY & crafts

Hitchhiking

Performing arts

Art & design

Architecture

Animals

Adventure sports

Hiking

Nature

Mountain

Dancing

Camping

Outdoor activities

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent

More details about my language interests
I want to learn more japanese

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Light gardening

Babysitting and creative play

Being an elderly companion

Life at a Farmstay

Animal Care

Charity Work

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Some knowledge of:  

Creative DIY projects

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Art Projects

Light maintenance

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Able to teach about:  

Eco Projects

Teaching

More details about your skills

I’m very independent and have a wide range of skills.
I’ve worked as a self-employed carpenter, so I’m used to taking responsibility for technical and precise tasks and working independently.
I love sharing my knowledge and learning from others. I still have a lot to learn, which is one of the reasons I’m here in Japan.
I’ve already worked on many different types of ecological construction, including wood, straw, and natural earth construction, as well as lime work. I have experience with traditional timber framing (mortise and tenon joints, full-scale layout), electrical work, and I also know how to weld.
I’m comfortable in the kitchen as well. I also enjoy spending time with children and helping take care of them when needed, having grown up with many younger cousins.
I’m particularly interested in woodworking, but I’m also open to any other tasks you may have for me :)
I’m also interested in metalworking and pottery.

Age

31

What else ...

I love music, cinema, creative arts, photography, cooking, dancing salsa, animals, birds, and making things myself.

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