Experience the lifestyle of a Japanese family in the vibrant city of Hamamatsu, Japan

  • Última actividad : 16 jun 2026

DISPONIBILIDAD

  2026 

 Estancia mínima: Al menos una semana

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  • Descripción

    Descripción

    About Us
    We are a family of four living in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture (father, mother, a 4-year-old daughter, and a 1-year-old son, as of April 2026). Hamamatsu is located roughly halfway between Tokyo and Osaka.

    To reach our home, please take the Shinkansen to Hamamatsu Station, then transfer to the Enshu Railway and get off at Enshu-Shibamoto Station (about 30 minutes). From there, it is a 5-minute drive to our house. We will pick you up by car at the station.

    We are looking for someone who enjoys spending time with children, is used to cooking in daily life, and is interested in Japanese cuisine and fermentation culture.

    In April 2026, we moved to a new home with a 600 m² field next to it, where children can play freely. We are now starting from scratch to build both a small farm and a community space.

    We sincerely appreciate anyone who would like to support this meaningful step for our family and children.

    ■ Food & Culture
    We especially welcome people who are interested in traditional Japanese cuisine, fermented foods, and soba (buckwheat noodles).

    The host is currently learning how to make soba from scratch. If you're interested, we can also introduce you to a soba noodle making experience (optional, fee applies).

    ■ About Your Stay
    We do not provide a luxurious lifestyle, but we offer:
    • Free accommodation
    • Dinner ingredients on working days

    Meals are simple, home-style, and budget-friendly (around 400 yen per person).
    Sometimes we cook and eat together, but participation is optional.

    Breakfast and lunch are self-catered at your own expense.
    On your days off, dinner is also your responsibility.

    (We usually provide dinner on your check-in day.)

    ■ Your Tasks
    • Helping with farming
    • Cleaning the house and tidying the garden
    • Playing with our children
    • Other small household tasks as needed

    ■ Working Hours
    • About 4 hours per day
    • Up to approximately 20 hours per week
    • 2 days off per week

    Hours and tasks may vary depending on the day, and some days may be lighter.

    ■ What We’re Looking For
    • Someone who enjoys spending time with children
    • Someone who likes cooking and has experience preparing meals
    • Someone interested in Japanese food, fermentation, and traditional culture
    • Japanese speakers are especially welcome (but not required)
    • Cooperative, flexible, and positive attitude
    • Someone who respects house rules

    Please note that this place may not be suitable for those who prioritize complete personal freedom at all times, as we value cooperation and shared living.

    ■ Communication

    Our English is basic, but we truly value communication.

    We are happy to communicate using gestures, body language, AI tools, and Google Translate. Let’s support each other and learn together.

    Final Message

    We hope you will enjoy cultural exchange with us while experiencing a simple and down-to-earth Japanese family lifestyle.

    We are looking forward to meeting you.

  • Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

    Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

    Enseñanza
    Proyectos creativos DIY «hazlo tú mismo»
    Cuidado de niños y juegos creativos
    Cocinar para toda la familia
    Ayuda doméstica
    Mantenimiento básico
  • Intereses

    Intereses

    Autodesarrollo
    Sostenibilidad
    Agricultura
    Cultura
    Cuidado de plantas
    Idiomas
    Carpintería
    Cocina y alimentación
    Bricolaje y manualidades
    Arte y diseño
    Yoga / bienestar
    Senderismo
    Montaña
    Naturaleza
  • Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

    Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

    How to make Japanese home cooking
    Eating handmade soba noodles or udon noodles together
    Interacting with small children

  • Proyectos con niños

    Proyectos con niños

    En este proyecto podría haber niños. Para obtener más información, consulta nuestras directrices y consejos aquí.

  • Ayuda

    Ayuda

    We are looking for help with farming, DIY projects, and spending time with our children.
    Typical tasks include farm, playing with our daughter and son, housework, and maintenance work, etc.

    ⏰ Working hours
    We ask for help approximately 4hours per day, up to 5 days a week (maximum 20 hours per week).
    The schedule may vary depending on weather, family needs, and ongoing projects, but we will always discuss and agree on it together in advance.

    🍽 Meals and food arrangement
    On the days you help us, we will provide ingredients for one dinner per person.
    On your days off, meals are not provided, and you will need to buy and prepare your own food.

    Dinner responsibilities will be shared and discussed case by case.
    If you are not comfortable cooking, please let us know in advance — in that case, you can help with cleaning instead.

    Sometimes we will eat together as a family, and sometimes separately.

    🏡 Living together expectations
    This is a shared living experience, not just work.
    We expect everyone to:
    • Keep shared spaces clean and tidy
    • Respect house rules and family life
    • Communicate openly if there are any concerns

    👶 About future vision
    In the future, we hope to create activities that support children in the local community, and we appreciate people who are interested in this vision.

    📅 Length of stay
    First stays are limited to a maximum of 2 weeks, even if we have availability.

    ⚠️ Important notes
    If it becomes difficult to follow the rules, or if we feel the arrangement is not a good fit for either side, we may ask to end the stay early.
    In that case, we will give at least 3 days’ notice.

    You may also shorten your stay if needed — please inform us at least 3 days in advance.

    🚭 Smoking policy
    Due to my wife’s asthma, smoking is not allowed.

  • Idiomas

    Idiomas hablados
    Japonés: Fluido
    Inglés: Principiante
    Chino (mandarín): Principiante

    Este anfitrión ofrece intercambio de idiomas
    Este anfitrión ha indicado que está interesado en compartir su idioma o aprender otro.
    Ponte en contacto con él para obtener más información.

  • Alojamiento

    Alojamiento

    1 group 1 private room (6 tatami mats or more)
    Shared facilities
    Bath, washroom, kitchen, automatic washing machine, automatic clothes dryer

  • Algo más...

    Algo más...

    Shizuoka Prefectural Forest Park is a 25-minute walk away and is perfect for walking and hiking.

    The nearest station on the Tenryu Hamanako Railroad is a 13-minute walk from our house, offering a great way to explore the local area.

    Another station on the Enshu Railway is about a 28-minute walk away, providing easy access to downtown Hamamatsu.

    Hamamatsu is also known as the home of Yamaha headquarters.
    There is also a museum where you can try various musical instruments for free with a reservation, which we highly recommend.

  • Un poco más de información

    Un poco más de información

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    • Tenemos animales

    • Somos fumadores

    • Puede alojar familias

  • ¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?

    ¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?

    Dos

  • Mis animales / mascotas

    Mis animales / mascotas

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