Interact with the locals and experience some of the best powder snow in the world in Nozawa Onsen, Japan

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  Description

  Winter Season Staff – Nozawa Onsen, Japan (2026–2027)
  
  Important Information – Please Read Before Applying
  
  Applications for the 2026–2027 winter season are now open!
  
  To be considered, please:
  
  * Answer all 12 questions listed in the facility profile before applying.
  * Meet the following requirements:
  * Be at least 23 years old at the start of employment.
  * Hold a valid Working Holiday Visa.
  * Speak English at a business level.
  * Have a strong sense of hospitality.
  * Understand and respect Japan’s high standards of cleanliness and attention to detail.
  
  
  What We’re Looking For
  
  We are seeking seasonal staff from mid-December to mid-March.
  
  We are committed to building a balanced and diverse team. At the moment, we are particularly interested in applications from male candidates to help maintain a balanced gender mix within our current staff. However, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender.
  
  Previous hospitality experience is highly valued, and barista experience is an additional advantage.
  
  
  Responsibilities
  
  Your duties may include:
  
  * Guest relations and customer service
  * Housekeeping and cleaning
  * Snow shovelling
  * Driving and general assistance
  * Supporting daily guesthouse and café operations
  
  You will work closely with guests from around the world as part of a friendly international team.
  
  
  About Us
  
  Based in Nozawa Onsen, Nagano Prefecture, we operate a traditional Japanese guesthouse and a small café in one of Japan’s most renowned ski destinations. With a history that rivals Japan’s most famous resorts, Nozawa Onsen attracts visitors from around the world for its exceptional powder snow, authentic atmosphere, and rich cultural heritage.
  
  
  Why Nozawa Onsen?
  
  This is an opportunity to experience world-class powder snow, traditional Japanese culture, natural hot springs, and outstanding local cuisine—all while living and working in one of Japan’s most iconic mountain villages.
  
  If this sounds like the right fit for you, we look forward to hearing from you during the recruitment period.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Pratique d’une langue

  Enseignement

  Projets DIY créatifs

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Petits travaux d'entretien

  Aide informatique/internet
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  Life in Nozawa Onsen
  
  Working in Nozawa Onsen offers a unique cultural and international experience. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with both local residents and visitors from around the world. While English is the primary language used at work, you’ll also be exposed to a variety of cultures and languages throughout the season.
  
  Outside of work, you can fully enjoy Nozawa Onsen’s renowned hot spring culture and access some of Japan’s finest skiing and snowboarding. The resort offers a wide range of terrain suitable for all ability levels, from beginners to advanced riders.
  
  Living in Nozawa Onsen means experiencing world-class powder snow, natural hot springs, traditional Japanese culture, and outstanding local cuisine—all in one place.

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  L’hôte offre un salaire correspondant au salaire minimum

  Cet hôte offre l'hébergement et une rémunération.

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  Aide

  Position Details
  
  Work Period: Mid-December to Mid-March
  
  Main Responsibilities
  
  * Guest relations and customer service
  * Housekeeping, cleaning, and bed making
  * Snow shovelling
  * Café service and barista duties
  * Driving and general support tasks
  
  Working Schedule
  Staff typically work around 30 hours per week, spread across the week according to operational needs. Team members usually enjoy two days off per week, with additional free time each day to relax in the village or enjoy the mountain.
  
  Compensation
  Wages are paid at the statutory hourly rate for all hours worked.
  
  Please note that Japanese income tax (20.42%) will be deducted from your salary in accordance with local regulations.
  
  Requirements
  
  * Business-level English
  * Valid Working Holiday Visa or Student Visa
  * Availability from mid-December to mid-March preferred
  
  For more information about the role, salary, accommodation, and working conditions, please contact us during the recruitment period.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Anglais: Courant
  Japonais: Courant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  We hope to learn different languages ​​and make more friends through encounters here.
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  Hébergement

  Accommodation & Benefits
  
  Staff accommodation is provided within our traditional Japanese guesthouse. Team members will stay in shared staff rooms.
  
  Please note that most facilities are shared with guests, including:
  
  * Showers and toilets
  * Guest kitchen
  * Dining and living areas
  * Drying room
  
  As these spaces are shared, all staff are expected to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and respect for other guests and team members.
  
  Staff can enjoy free access to the public hot springs located throughout the village.
  
  Lift passes are available and shared among staff members throughout the season.
  
  Meals are not provided.

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  Autres infos...

  Nozawa is easily accessible from Tokyo. (Highway bus or Shinkansen)
  Nozawa is a great base for other activities and attractions in the Nagano area, and is just a short bus ride from Iiyama Shinkansen Station.
  There are many attractions in the area. Snow monkeys are especially famous.
  Skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, hiking, and fishing are just some of the activities available in the area. We will be happy to guide you through everything.
  
  Fortunately, we often receive a large number of applications, and it is difficult to respond to all of them perfectly.
  Your chances increase significantly if you answer the following questions in your initial message:
  
  1) Your full name, age, and nationality
  2) What is your visa status? (In order to receive wages, you need a visa that allows you to work)
  3) Work start date and work end date (Winter staff will be evaluated if they can work from mid-December to early March)
  4) Is it possible to adjust the schedule? (Is it possible to make it longer or shorter?)
  5) How long do you want to work in a day?
  6) Which position are you applying for? Details of relevant skills and experience
  7) Details if you have Japanese language ability
  8) Do you have an international driving license?
  9) Are you interested in skiing or snowboarding?
  How many hours a day or week do you want to ski or snowboard?
  10) Do you agree that you cannot work concurrently with other companies?
  （You may not work for another company while staying at our accommodation.）
  
  The following questions will not affect your acceptance or rejection. We would appreciate it if you could answer them for reference.
  11) Do you want to move to Japan and work after your working holiday ends?
  12)Are you interested in running or owning a hospitality business in the future?
  
  
  We are looking forward to hearing from you!

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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

  We have a high speed internet and you will have your own work space.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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  Mes animaux

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