Boutique ski lodge in the heart of the Japanese Alps in Nagano, Japan

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  Descripción

  We are small, friendly business that started with one charming wooden ski chalet and expanded to add another 10 boutique guesthouses and apartments. We are looking for keen individuals to join our fabulous family of workers!
  
  Most of our properties are nestled at the base of Madarao Mountain, in either Madarao village or the adjoining resort of Tangram, all in the stunning Japanese Alps of Nagano. One property is a 200-year-old traditional guesthouse retreat that has been lovingly restored to meet the needs of our discerning guests. This property is located at the base of Shiga Kogen with the famous Snow Monkeys just 5 minutes’ drive away!
  
  On the bullet train, we're an easy 2 hours from Tokyo and less than 15 minutes from Nagano city - the home of the 1998 Olympics and the centre of a region rich in activities, culture, nature, temples and wonderful cuisine.
  
  All our properties feature beautifully appointed spaces, quality furnishings, cosy lounges, designer fireplaces, Japanese ofuro bathtubs, plush carpet, eco-friendly products, and lovely Japanese art, crafts & photography - adding a cultural richness for both guests and staff to appreciate and enjoy.
  
  We value dedicated staff who share a passion for Japan and genuine care for quality properties. As you'll be part of a close-knit team in a mountainous region, we welcome people with a collaborative, kind, adventurous spirit. We celebrate diversity and have zero tolerance for any form of discrimination or harm.
  
  We take great care of our staff, offering training and orientation, excellent accommodation, responsive communications, and many other benefits. Our bilingual Japanese staff contribute significantly to your cultural immersion and learning experience during your time in Japan.

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  Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  Jardinería básica

  Proyectos creativos DIY «hazlo tú mismo»

  Ayuda doméstica

  Mantenimiento básico
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  Intereses

  

  Tecnología

  

  Política / justicia social

  

  Sostenibilidad

  

  Películas y televisión

  

  Trabajo de caridad

  

  Cuidado de plantas

  

  Música

  

  Arte y diseño

  

  Arquitectura

  

  Cocina y alimentación

  

  Jardinería

  

  Idiomas

  

  Fotografía

  

  Escritura

  

  Animales

  

  Navegar / barcos

  

  Baile

  

  Playa

  

  Deportes de equipo

  

  Yoga / bienestar

  

  Naturaleza

  

  Fitness

  

  Acampada

  

  Deportes de invierno

  

  Montaña

  

  Deportes acuáticos

  

  Actividades al aire libre

  

  Senderismo

  

  Ciclismo

  

  Deportes de aventura
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  Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  With our bilingual Japanese staff and friends, you will have the opportunity to learn about the culture and language of Japan. You will also work with many people from around the world. This is a unique opportunity for a truly enjoyable, adventurous, rich, multi-cultural working holiday experience where lifelong friends will be made.

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  Ayuda

  WINTER 2026-2027 POSITIONS!
  
  We are beginning to accept applications for the WINTER 2026-2027 season. Please be patient with us during this time as we usually receive an overwhelming response.
  
  All applicants MUST be available to work from MON 14 DEC at the latest (and arrive at least 2 days earlier to settle in) and commit to work until FRI 5 MAR (some staff may be able to finish on 28 Feb, depending on bookings and snow conditions).
  
  Winter Housekeepers:
  Detail oriented housekeepers with a commitment to maintaining gorgeous, clean, organized, and welcoming spaces. Our housekeepers need to love attention to detail ensuring a high standard of comfort and satisfaction. In this role, you’ll be responsible for tidying rooms, changing linens, restocking supplies, and maintaining inviting common areas. We focus on thoughtful service, so you’ll have time to pay attention to details and create a welcoming environment for our guests. If you’re organized, have a warm approach, and take pride in creating a cozy home-away-from-home, we’d love to have you on board! Ideally, you will have a Japanese or International Drivers Licence and be 26 years or over as this is the minimum age covered by our vehicle insurance.
  
  Winter Snow Ops & Maintenance:
  You must be 26 years or over as this is the minimum age covered by our vehicle insurance. A Japanese or International Drivers Licence is also essential as you will be transferring guests to/from accommodation and the stations.You will also keep the pathways clear of the metres of snow we get using the snow blowers, tractors and the humble shovel. You'll keep the wheels spinning on all vehicles, keep the cars and equipment sparkling clean and ensure the guest experience is at a perfect level. Anyone with mechanical skills will be highly regarded. You will also need to be a hand DIY person for general maintenance of our properties.
  
  Please don't apply if you aren't eligible for a Working Holiday Visa in Japan or already have residency. We don't accept any candidates without one or the other and we don't arrange working visas either.
  
  Here is a list of the countries who' citizens can apply... Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Korea, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Norway, Portugal, Poland, Slovakia, Austria, Hungary, Spain, Argentina, Chile, Iceland, Czech Republic, Lithuania, Sweden, Estonia, Netherlands, Uruguay, Finland, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malta, Italy.
  
  Please let us know why you want to come to Japan and work in the ski lodge industry and what makes you perfect for the role. Please also have your CV ready or send us a link so we can check it out.
  
  We will definitely review all applications. We take kindness seriously and if you apply properly we will definitely respond. For those that aren't eligible we probably won't be in touch and you can assume you are not successful for a position.
  
  We wish you all the very best with your travels and finding positions in the coming months!

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  Idiomas

  Idiomas hablados
  Inglés: Fluido
  Japonés: Fluido

  Este anfitrión ofrece intercambio de idiomas
  A big part of learning culture is learning language. With bilingual Japanese English speakers it is a great place to learn and improve on language skills
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  Alojamiento

  You will enjoy lovely staff living spaces with all essential products supplied. Bedrooms are generally twins/doubles. You will have access to a kitchen, lounge, bathroom, drying room, WiFi, laundry, heating/cooling, linen, towels, utilities and supplies such as shampoo, toilet paper, etc. Some food/staples may be provided but mostly you will be responsible for shopping and cooking yourself.

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  Algo más...

  In your time off you will be able to eat incredible food, see the famous snow monkeys, enjoy the warm local onsens, explore the region and so much more. You should have enough time to visit cities like Tokyo, Kanazawa, Nagano, Matsumoto or even Osaka and Kyoto. Some of the smaller towns in the region are the real drawcard though! Nozawa Onsen, Myoko, Shiga Kogen, Obuse, Shibu Onsen, and many others.

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    Acceso a Internet

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    Acceso a Internet limitado

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    Tenemos animales

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    Somos fumadores

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    Puede alojar familias

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  Puede acoger a nómadas digitales

  Our dining room is our office in the summer and many of our guests are digital nomads. We have fast internet and even have a fax machine if you need it :)

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  Más de dos

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