Help at a boutique ski lodge in the heart of the Japanese Alps in Nagano, Japan

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  Descrição

  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 little 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 relatively small mountain village, 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.
  
  Join us and become part of something truly special amidst the breathtaking mountains of Japan.

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  Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado

  Jardinagem

  Construção/faça você mesmo

  Ajuda a cuidar da casa

  Manutenção geral
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  Interesses

  

  Tecnologia

  

  Política/justiça social

  

  Sustentabilidade

  

  Filmes e TV

  

  Trabalho beneficente

  

  Cuidar de plantas

  

  Música

  

  Arte e design

  

  Arquitetura

  

  Culinária e comida

  

  Jardinagem

  

  Idiomas

  

  Fotografia

  

  Escrever

  

  Animais

  

  Velejar/navegar

  

  Dança

  

  Praia

  

  Esportes de equipe

  

  Yoga/bem-estar

  

  Naturaleza

  

  Fitness

  

  Camping

  

  Esportes de inverno

  

  Montanhas

  

  Esportes aquáticos

  

  Atividades ao ar livre

  

  Caminhada

  

  Ciclismo

  

  Esportes de aventura
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  Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado

  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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  Anfitriões que oferecem uma remuneração de acordo com o salário mínimo do país.

  Este anfitrião oferece acomodação e remuneração.

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  Ajuda

  LOOKING FOR JUNE 2026 WORKERS and WINTER 2026-2027 POSITIONS!
  
  We currently have 1-2 positions available for approximately 3 weeks in June. You must have a valid drivers licence for Japan and be 26 years or older (as our car insurance only covers drivers of this age). You must be in Japan already and have a valid Working Holiday Visa. This is a paid position with free accommodation and general living supplies. The majority of work will be light gardening duties and cleaning/documenting a huge kominka farmhouse full of precious antiques, surrounded by the natural beauty of the mountainous North Nagano region.
  
  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!
  
  Winter Snow Ops & Maintenance:
  Keep the pathways clear of the metres of annual snow we get using the snow blowers, tractors and the humble shovel. Keep the wheels spinning on all the vehicles, keep the equipment sparkling clean and the convenience of the guest experience 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. A Japanese or International Drivers Licence is essential as you will be transferring guests from one accommodation to another and to the stations. Ideally you will be 26 years of age or over as this is the minimum age covered by our vehicle insurance.
  
  Winter Food & Beverage:
  We have limited roles for friendly, skilled hospitality professionals - either cooks/chefs or waiting staff. Please detail your experience with drinks, cocktails, floor service, food prep and/or cooking. These will be highly contended positions – prepare to wow us and have your CV ready to go (or provide link).
  
  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.
  
  For the winter roles, please let us know why you want to come to Japan and work in a ski lodge 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
  Inglês: Fluente
  Japonês: Fluente

  Este anfitrião oferece intercâmbio 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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  Acomodação

  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 mais...

  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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    Acesso à internet

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    Acesso à internet limitado

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    Temos mascotes

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    Somos fumantes

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    Pode hospedar famílias

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  Pode hospedar nômades digitais

  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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