Mako

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I am currently

Activities i am interested in:

farming

Description

Hello, my name is Mako, and I am a university student from Japan majoring in life science at Kyoto University.

I am very interested in sustainable agriculture, especially growing vegetables and crops in ways that do not harm the ecosystem. Although I do not have much hands-on experience yet, I am highly motivated to learn, absorb as much as I can, and do my best in every task.

I decided to join Workaway because I want to gain hands-on experience in organic and natural farming and learn directly from farmers.

My interest in natural farming has developed gradually over time through my daily life. Since childhood, I have been familiar with organically and naturally grown vegetables through my family, and I have always felt more comfortable in natural environments than in urban settings.
In high school, I watched the documentary “The Biggest Little Farm,” which had a strong impact on me and deepened my interest in farming within natural cycles.

I decided to take a leave of absence from spring 2026 and spend about one year WWOOFing and Workawaying. From April to July 2026, I'm planning to stay in a farm in Japan that practices organic and non-irrigated cultivation. After this experience, I am looking for opportunities to continue learning on farms abroad from August onward.

Thorough Workawaying, I would like to learn how farmers interact with their fields on a daily basis and broaden my perspective for my future.
I would be grateful for the opportunity to learn from you and be part of your daily life through sustainable and regenerative farming.

Interests

Performing arts

Cooking & food

Books

Sustainability

Culture

Farming

Yoga / Wellness

Nature

Dancing

Fitness

Languages

Languages spoken
Japanese: Fluent
English: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
I'm interested in learning German.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Eco Projects

Light gardening

Life at a Farmstay

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

More details about your skills

I am in good health and physically fit. I have been dancing regularly since junior high school, which has helped me build strength and stamina.
Also, I have been working part-time at a gelato shop in a natural food store for about three years, where I had the opportunity to be surrounded by organic products and learn about them in my daily work. I have also worked as a tutor for junior high and high school students for about two years. I enjoy talking with students and supporting their learning, and it was both enjoyable and meaningful.

Age

22

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