Help us on our fruit plantation farm in Japan! :) :)

Polonia

5

Kazu-san and Cham are really lovely people, as soon as you show your commitment and handle the responsibility they are very open. First impressions might not be the best but believe me with time they also open up. Working on a farm was really fun but sometimes hard work especially for taller people as you had to bend very often to mow the grass or fertilise. Lunches prepared by Cham were really tasty and all the fruits from the farm were perfect addition to the meals! Breakfast and dinner are rather simple so I do recommend stuffing your fridge shelf with food as the shop is quite far away.

circa 2 mesi fa

Singapore

5

I enjoyed my first Worldpackers experience with the farm & gained a deeper appreciation for Japanese fruits. We worked 4 days a week, ~8:15am - 4:30pm with 1~1.5 hours lunch & 3 days off. Most of the work was weed-whacking, with other tasks including spreading of fertilisers, and helping out at the reception in the vineyard. I'm also grateful for the other volunteers and staff I met here that made this experience unforgettable. Thank you Kazu & Cham for the hospitality and this opportunity!

circa 2 mesi fa

Czech Republic

5

Volunteering on the farm was a wonderful surprise. Kazu and his family took great care of us and always met my needs. Being vegetarian was no problem. On working days we had delicious home-cooked lunches and usually bento boxes for dinner + the best seasonal fruit of your life. Kazu answered all questions and made sure we understood everything. I'll cherish the stories he shared about Japanese culture and farming. Sometimes you may be the only foreign volunteer, which can feel a bit lonely, but luckily there weren't many days like that.

3 mesi fa

Brasile

5

Kazu is a really great guy! I had a wonderful experience at the farm. Unfortunately, I only stayed for a short time — I wish I could have stayed longer. It was a completely different experience from my usual life, and I totally recommend it. I made lots of friends from all over the world, and the food was amazing. Thank you, Kazusan!

5 mesi fa

Stati Uniti

5

Kasu-san is the most friendliest and charismatic host a volunteer can ask for. He told us history of Yamanashi and all about the plants and tree in the surround fields and farms. Great dorm you live in and plenty of fresh Fruit to go around.

5 mesi fa

Spagna

5

A once in a lifetime experience.

7 mesi fa

Brasile

1

The platform's rules were not respected. We only worked cutting grass, without suitable protective equipment, which led to injuries. We mowed around 10 plots per day that didn't even belong to the host — he profits from volunteer labor. Under extreme heat, with no proper breaks or bathroom access, meals were only provided on working days, so we were forced to work longer hours to have 3 days off, as required by him. Rooms were very hot and air conditioning was denied. When we questioned the conditions, we were told to leave. I do not recommend this experience.

5 mesi fa

Stati Uniti

4

The job is physically demanding, which gave me a deeper appreciation for Japanese fruits! During my month-long stay, I spent half my time weed-whacking and the other half working in the vineyard. You get three meals on the four working days, but breakfast and dinner are a bit small, so you'll want extra food. Buses are infrequent, so plan accordingly. Dorm rules are strict, but offer a glimpse into Japanese culture. I'm so grateful for the Japanese part-time workers and international volunteers I met here—they truly made my experience so special! Yamanashi is such a beautiful prefecture <3

5 mesi fa

Kazumasa ha risposto

Hi Nikki,

Thanks for your coming to help us. Hopefully, you learned some of Japanese culture. I am still wondering why you brought so many suitcases. Next time, you can make use of coin locker service in cities before you come over. Otherwise, those suitcases occupy lots of the spaces out of our dorm.

Kazu

Singapore

4

I enjoyed my experience at the farm! It was physically demanding but rewarding nonetheless. The tasks and hours were as briefed (from 8.20am - 4.30pm with a 1 hr break) and 3 days off (days off are usually weds and the weekend, but dependent on the weather). The tasks are physically strenuous, so this is a caveat for those who suffer from previous physical injuries and can't stand for long, etc. I was lucky to be here during peach season, we got to enjoy the peaches and my work was mostly at the vineyard so i got to interact with the local japanese staff ❤️

6 mesi fa

Kazumasa ha risposto

Hi Emily,

Thanks for your coming to help us during our high season.
If you have a chance, you can bring your boss to our farm next time.
Also, if you know anyone who want to come to our farm, please introduce him/her to me.

Kazu

Messico

4

The farm is a place where you must respect the rules, collaborate with your classmates, and work hard. The friendships I made there were the most valuable and fun part; that makes the experience worthwhile. The country side is beautiful as well and there are a lot of nature and places to go. Thanks to Kazu and Cham san for the opportunity to live this experience. Thank you for listening to my requests when necessary. In my case, I was able to leave volunteering early without any problems so I could travel around Japan. Thanks Japan for everything!

6 mesi fa

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