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Hello! My name is Naoya from Japan!
[My motivation]
I am now studying in Boston to get my master's degree in international politics.
I would like to work away in the summer of 2025, live in other parts of the U.S., and experience a different American life from what I am experiencing now in Boston since I have a long summer break between the first year and second year of my program,
[My experience]
I have ridden and taken care of horses since I was 10, so I am used to farm-related work. I was a jumper when I was riding horses on a daily basis, but I am now riding horses a few times a year just for fun.
I lived with a host family in Missouri for a year when I was 18. (My host family and I are still close! They are my second family.) Thanks to this experience, I have become accustomed to living with a host family, and I was able to improve my English.
[About myself]
I am quite optimistic about everything. I like to read, eat, exercise, and try new things.
During my free time, I am into running these days, including trail running. My goal is to qualify for the Boston Marathon in 2026!
Feel free to ask me anything!
Interests
Nature
Outdoor activities
Politics / Social justice
Mountain
Languages
History
Farming
Cooking & food
Books
Animals
Adventure sports
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Japanese: FluentMore details about my language interests
I would like to learn real-life English, which I cannot learn on campus. Even though I can communicate in English fully, I still need some work to speak naturally like a native speaker. By immersing myself in life with an American family, I would like to improve my English speaking. My mother tongue is Japanese, and I am willing to teach Japanese if desired!
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Being an elderly companion
DIY and building projects
Gardening
Eco Projects
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
House sitting
Some knowledge of:
Teaching
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Able to teach about:
Languages
Animal Care
More details about your skills
- Horse-related work (from riding to cleaning the barn)
- Unskilled physical work (although I'm open to learning new skills!)
- Cooking (I'm not the best cook but can cook Japanese home meals!)
Age
28
What else ...
I have lived abroad three times: Missouri for 1 year, Edinburgh for 1 year, and Boston from 2024 to 2026.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
NoneSpecial dietary requirements
None
