A special Japanese countryside experience in Kasama, Japan

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  Description

  English Husband Japanese Wife renovating a Japanese traditional House and surrounding farmland
  Based In Kasama Ibaraki, famous for Pottery and Chestnuts
  Located in the rural country side surrounded by rice fields and rolling hills
  Close to the train station, with fast connections to Mito ( 20 minutes ) and Tokyo ( 90 minutes )
  We have just completed a dedicated Lodge for accommodation and workshop with all modern facilities
  Please Note -this is work in progress many of the images on our website are what the project will look like in weeks, months, and year to come and will be the main project you will work on. We are also working closely with Ageing population and will be helping support them during harvest time on a food exchange program, we are not planning to ask for any business-related help, involving paying guests or spaces used by them.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Projets artistiques

  Pratique d’une langue

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage

  S’occuper des animaux

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général

  Garde de maison et d'animaux
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Événements/vie sociale

  

  Végétarien ou végan

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Culture

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Vie en van

  

  Ferme

  

  Musique

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Photographie

  

  Langues

  

  Jardinage

  

  Dessin et peinture

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Menuiserie

  

  Art et design

  

  Architecture

  

  Animaux

  

  Montagne

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Randonnée

  

  Cyclisme

  

  Sports d'aventure
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  Objectifs de développement durable de l’ONU que cet hôte essaie d'atteindre

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  Qu'est-ce que c'est ?
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  Cultural exchange
  The Cultural exchange, Includes interaction with Japanese people, experiencing a different pace of life including social life, work esthetics, religion and customs ( Shinto - means the way of the gods. Shintoism believe that spiritual powers exist in the natural world. )
  People in the country side are exceptionally friendly and welcoming very respectful honest and polite traits which you will enjoy and embrace and will become part of your lifestyle too.
  The Japanese countryside is very different than the Big Cities , the pace is slow the people very friendly, the seasons bring on a constant change from freshly harvest fruit and vegetables to cooling down with Ice cold Watermelon in the Summer to warming up on a winters night roasting chestnuts on an open fire
  There are many local annual festivals and events from Fireworks, Pottery, Chestnut, Sake , and many, many more
  We Paul and Tina - look forward to sharing our knowledge Skills and experiences with you, be it Wood working , Gardening , Cooking , Japanese traditions and much more – we want you to choose activities that you will enjoy and takeaway a learning experience and memories to last a life time, we sincerely hope you will make a tangible contribution and that you will return and see how your efforts have flourished

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  Aide

  There is a range of different tasks available suitable for all skill levels we have over 40 Year’s experience and will be pleased to teach you skills that you will be able to enjoy for years to come
  Seasonal help such as Harvesting and processing Bamboo, Chestnuts and Fruit and Vegetables.
  Clearance and Planting
  House Sitting and Dog Walks

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Anglais: Courant
  Japonais: Courant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il souhaitait faire partager sa propre langue ou en apprendre une nouvelle.
  Contactez-le pour en savoir plus.
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  Hébergement

  Accommodation
  Newly renovated 100 Year old Kominka ( Japanese house )
  Japanese Style Tatami living / sleeping room with snug loft space can sleep 5 adults
  2 Toto Japanese modern toilets, shower unit,
  Kitchen/ Dining area with balcony
  The Building is an independent facility that can accommodate up to 7 single dorm style guests or a large family – fully modernized with all necessities cooker, fridge, internet connection, shower, toilet, laundry. (Please note is Japanese style, which is a Make Yourself Futon on a tatami floor)
  
  Meals and Transport
  Japanese Seasonal meals, Each day a full hearty evening meal ( option to help prepare and cook Japanese food ) will be provided in the Main House
  • European meals, Each day a full hearty evening meal ( option to help prepare and cook European food ) will be provided in the Main House
  • Breakfast / Lunch –a selection of Japanese and International produce will be available for you to make as your wish.
  Alcohol Buy your own
  No Smoking in any Building
  Transport – ( Subject to viability )
  • Pick up drop of at the Local train station ( 7 Minutes’ Drive )
  • Use of Small Truck of Local trips will need an International driving license
  • Use of modern Bicycles
  As Special Japanese Experience, Real projects that you will be proud to say “I Did That”

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

  Fast Hardwire and Wirless connections

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Many locations to park, with or without facalities

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  Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux

  Pet accomadation can be provided ( Not in the Buildings )

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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  Mes animaux

  

  Jet (13 ans)

  A happy loveable Cookapoo -

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