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Profile information
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Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
Activities i am interested in:
I’m a freediver.
I’m interested in swimming with marine lifeMy next destination:
Italy - from Dec 2026 until Jan 2027 View all -
Description
I'm Yuka from Japan.
I grew up in a snowy region of Japan, where living in harmony with nature has always been an important part of my life.
I used to work as a cross-country skier, and now I enjoy freediving.
The ocean gives me a deep sense of peace. I’m very interested in the connection between body and mind, and yoga and meditation are essential parts of my daily life. I’m also a certified yoga instructor, and I’d be happy to share yoga with you if you’re interested.
A few years ago, I renovated my great-grandmother’s old house and turned it into a small café, where I managed everything from cooking to hospitality.
I love preparing meals using fresh ingredients from gardens and nature.
I’m still learning English, but I can communicate in daily conversation, and I always try to communicate sincerely and with care.
I’m very interested in cultural exchange, and I would love to share our cultures with each other — especially through food 😊
I value harmony, kindness, and sharing experiences, and I would be very happy if we have the chance to meet. -
Interests
Fashion or beautyFarmingVegetarian or veganWritingWinter sportsSustainabilityPhotographyMovies & TVMusicDrawing & paintingEvents & socialCharity workDancingBloggingAdventure sportsAnimalsArt & designDIY & craftsWater sportsYoga / WellnessSailing / BoatingPetsNatureCultureCooking & foodBeach -
Languages
Languages spoken
Japanese: Fluent
English: IntermediateMore details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this. -
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Languages
Art Projects
Able to teach about:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
House & pet sitting
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More details about your skills
Cooking
I can cook a variety of dishes, including Japanese cuisine and other international foods.
I specialize in vegetable-based and healthy meals, and I can accommodate vegetarian and vegan diets.
DIY
I’d be happy to help with small DIY projects during my stay.
Yoga
I can share classical Indian yoga practices and hold an RYT200 certification.
Farming
I was born and raised in the countryside, where my family has a vegetable garden.
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Age
35
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What else ...
I look forward to learning about your culture and sharing my own experiences with you.
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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
During my stay, I worked alongside three other volunteers on gardening and an art painting project. Painting was completely new to me, but by working together, we created something truly beautiful.
They welcomed every volunteer with warmth and treated each of us with … read more
Francisco treated me like family and made me feel very welcome.
La Ventana is a beautiful and quiet place. The house has a lovely ocean view, a nice kitchen, and cozy shared spaces. The shared room was spacious and comfortable.
I also made some wonderful friends!
On one of my days off, I … read more
She always respected her schedule, completed her tasks, and was incredibly open and flexible whenever changes were needed. … read more
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During my stay, I worked alongside three other volunteers on gardening and an art painting project. Painting was completely new to me, but by working together, we created something truly beautiful.
They welcomed every volunteer with warmth and treated each of us with … read more
Francisco treated me like family and made me feel very welcome.
La Ventana is a beautiful and quiet place. The house has a lovely ocean view, a nice kitchen, and cozy shared spaces. The shared room was spacious and comfortable.
I also made some wonderful friends!
On one of my days off, I … read more
She always respected her schedule, completed her tasks, and was incredibly open and flexible whenever changes were needed. … read more