Yuri

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Hello! I’m Yuri from Hiroshima, Japan.
I'm a friendly and curious traveler who's been exploring Japan for the past three years, staying with locals and learning from their ways of life. I'm passionate about building a lifestyle that’s kind to people, animals, and the planet — with the dream of becoming self-sufficient in the next five years.

I'm now looking for hosts who are already living sustainably and would welcome a helping hand. I’d love to support your daily life while learning from your values, rhythms, and the beautiful environment you’re part of.

I'm really looking forward to meeting new hosts, learning from your way of life, and contributing with my own hands and heart. Let’s make beautiful memories together!!


【Languages I speak】
-Japanese (Native)
-English (Conversational)
-German (Beginner)


【My Work Experience】
I used to do freelance work online, but I'm currently taking a break to focus on my travel and volunteer journey.

1. Community Manager / Project & Content Support – FOLKE (Online Well-being School) Feb 2023 – Dec 2024

-Managed and engaged with a growing online community
-Planned and facilitated online events and workshops
-Supported Instagram content planning and publishing
-Helped design and build a video content platform


2.Social Media Assistant – Social Media Management Agency
Mar 2022 – Jan 2025

-Assisted clients in managing and optimizing their social media accounts (mainly Instagram)
-Communicated with clients regularly to align on content goals and branding
-Planned and proposed seasonal campaign ideas tailored to each client’s needs


3. Career Advisor – Recruitment Agency
Oct 2021 – Mar 2023

-Provided career consultation for job seekers
-Matched candidates with opportunities based on strengths and goals
-Supported interview preparation and follow-up

4. Remote Executive Assistant – Marketing Company
Oct 2021 – Dec 2023

-Supported day-to-day business operations remotely
-Scheduled meetings, handled emails, and managed project files
-Assisted with research and simple marketing tasks


5. Trade Administration Assistant – General Logistics Company
Apr 2019 – Sep 2021

-Handled shipping documents and customs-related paperwork
-Coordinated logistics between suppliers and clients domestically and internationally
-Supported export/import processes and data entry for smooth trade operations



【 Volunteer Experience:】
-Helping with farming, gardening, and caring for chickens
-Planting, watering, and harvesting in self-sufficient vegetable gardens
-Tour guiding in Hiroshima City
-Interpretation and translation
-Light DIY and household work


【Why Workaway? / What makes me unique?】
I’m not just traveling — I’m learning how to build a meaningful, ethical lifestyle. My goal is to live self-sufficiently while respecting the Earth and its creatures. Through Workaway, I hope to meet inspiring hosts who embody this vision.

While helping you, I’d love to listen, ask questions, and co-create — so I can get a clearer image of what my own future lifestyle could look like. I see every stay as a mutual exchange of time, energy, and values.


【 What can I offer in return?】
I'm happy to support with:
-Farming and gardening tasks (weeding, watering, harvesting etc.)
-Cooking (including Japanese dishes!)
-Helping with childcare and playing with kids
-General household chores like cleaning, laundry, and organizing

Special treat:
I’m from Hiroshima and can cook Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki — a layered savory pancake with cabbage, noodles, egg, and more. I’d love to make it for you!

I'm reliable, proactive, and enjoy working in a relaxed but focused atmosphere. I’m also a good listener and quick learner — so I’m happy to follow your ways and adapt as needed.


【 What am I passionate about?】
-Connecting deeply with people and nature
-Exploring what well-being means to me and others
-Living gently and respectfully — eco-friendly, animal-friendly, and community-friendly
-Cooking, walking in nature, drawing, journaling, and playing the piano


【My story & why I love slow travel】
It's been three years since I began traveling around Japan, staying with friends, local communities, and guesthouses. My motto is:
“Find my own hygge” — the little things that make life feel warm, safe, and meaningful.

What makes me happiest are three simple things:

1. Spending time in nature –
lakes, rivers, the sea... I love relaxing outdoors, eating simple meals, reading, or just feeling the breeze.

2.Sharing moments with others –
Cooking and chatting around the table always warms my heart.

3.Offering my skills to help others –
I’ve stayed with friends for up to two weeks, and in return I cooked, cleaned, played with their children, and helped however I could.

They often told me things like:
“We wish you stayed longer.”
“Your meals brought so much joy.”
“Our kids will miss you a lot.”

Those words reminded me how beautiful it is to share what I’m good at — not just to give, but to co-create joyful everyday moments together.

Interests

Animals

Writing

Yoga / Wellness

Vegetarian or vegan

Sustainability

Nature

Outdoor activities

Photography

Plant care

Music

Mountain

Languages

Farming

Gardening

Hiking

Events & social

Drawing & painting

DIY & crafts

Cycling

Culture

Camping

Charity work

Cooking & food

Beach

Astronomy

Art & design

Architecture

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Intermediate
German: Beginner

More details about my language interests
English/German/Dutch//Spanish/Danish

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Babysitting and creative play

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Helping around the house

Charity Work

Languages

Art Projects

Teaching

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Some knowledge of:  

Hospitality/Tourism

More details about your skills

Language practice(Japanese)/Cooking/Cleaning/Washing/Washing up/Babysitting/Child care/Playing the piano/Gardening/Farming...

Age

30

What else ...

I like Ghibli movies and music, detective conan, pokemon.

My dream is to have my own farm, grow organic vegetables, fruits and rice and live a self-sufficient life. When my friends come to my house, I would like to serve them food from my farm and have meals and chatting with them over the table.

Some more information

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  Driver's licence

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  Special dietary requirements