Profile information
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Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
My next destination:
Bali, Indonesia - until Oct 2026 View all -
Description
Hello! My name is Sayaka.
I’m a cheerful and energetic person who loves new experiences and helping others.
I have a background in design and education. I taught interior design and fashion at technical high schools in Japan, worked at a special needs school, and taught at a Japanese international school in Indonesia. I also taught Japanese to Indonesian trainees for several years.
I’m passionate about agriculture and often join farming volunteer activities. My hobbies include jogging, yoga, and making handicrafts. I love traveling and learning about different cultures.
Since April, I’ve been volunteering at a Japanese guesthouse in India, helping with daily tasks such as cleaning and cooking. I also volunteered at a ranch in the U.S. from September to December, where I had wonderful experiences working with animals.
I’m excited to continue learning, helping, and connecting with people around the world through Workaway.
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Interests
Farming
Events & social
Charity work
Plant care
Performing arts
Music
Drawing & painting
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Art & design
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Books
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Mountain
Hiking
Fitness
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Languages
Languages spoken
Japanese: Fluent
Indonesian: Intermediate
English: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Life at a Farmstay
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Animal Care
Charity Work
Light gardening
Being an elderly companion
Eco Projects
Languages
Teaching
Some knowledge of:
Art Projects
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More details about your skills
• Teaching (children and adults)
• Teaching Japanese,
• Sewing
• Knitting
• DIY
• Crafting
• Cooking & cleaning
• Farm work
• Yoga (200-hour certified)
• Language exchange (Japanese)
• Hospitality support (laundry, kitchen help, room cleaning)
Thank you for reading. I’m looking forward to new experiences and meeting wonderful people through Workaway!
Warm regards,
Sayaka -
Age
38
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What else ...
I love crafting, especially making handmade goods and sewing. I’m also passionate about agriculture and often volunteered on farms in Japan.
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Some more information
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Smoker
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Driver's licence
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Allergies
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Special dietary requirements
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Feedback
I really appreciated how comfortable she made me feel during my stay. She was always thoughtful and understanding, and I felt very lucky to have met her.
Thank you so much, for welcoming me into your home and for all your kindness … read more
They are incredibly kind and welcoming people who made me feel like part of the family from the moment I arrived. During my stay, I learned so much about sustainable living and our connection with nature. The hikes we shared together were some of my favorite memories.
They … read more
Sayaka stayed with us a little over 2 weeks and she was a lovely person to host!
She was so cheerful and super keen to get into everything!
Her enthusiasm for everything made us really happy to know she was enjoying her stay and all the work, food and local outings!
Sayaka was really great about doing a … read more
Thanks to you, I was able to have so many wonderful experiences. I learned not only about … read more
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I really appreciated how comfortable she made me feel during my stay. She was always thoughtful and understanding, and I felt very lucky to have met her.
Thank you so much, for welcoming me into your home and for all your kindness … read more
They are incredibly kind and welcoming people who made me feel like part of the family from the moment I arrived. During my stay, I learned so much about sustainable living and our connection with nature. The hikes we shared together were some of my favorite memories.
They … read more
Sayaka stayed with us a little over 2 weeks and she was a lovely person to host!
She was so cheerful and super keen to get into everything!
Her enthusiasm for everything made us really happy to know she was enjoying her stay and all the work, food and local outings!
Sayaka was really great about doing a … read more
Thanks to you, I was able to have so many wonderful experiences. I learned not only about … read more
My tasks included making beds, dusting, setting up the rooms, and preparing water for meals.
All the staff were so kind and friendly, and I had a great time with them.
The host is a truly warm-hearted person who believes that if everyone else is … read more
