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Iwanai Mountain House
Some of the best skiing and snow conditions on the planet.
Iwanai has the most snack bars per capita in Hokkaido; let's go for a drink and Karaoke!
Iwanai brewery is just across the street!
4 hot springs are within walking distance of the house. (Access to our private hot springs)
Some of the best sushi bars on the planet.
Easy access - A bus departs from Sapporo or Otaru station nearly every hour directly to iwanai. We can pick you up from the Iwanai bus terminal if you provide an accurate arrival time.
I am a 35-year-old man from the US. I have spent the better part of the past 14 years living in Hokkaido. Before moving to Iwanai I lived in Sapporo, Hakodate, and consider myself pretty knowledgeable in the area. I also spent a year and a half traveling through Asia, Africa and South America. I love to ski, hike, sea kayak and am no stranger around the bbq grill.
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About the experience in: Iwanai District, Japan
United States
Dan is a gracious host and fun to work with! I enjoyed living with other volunteers and employees from around the world in the ‘Gaijin House’. The tasks are physically demanding so be prepared to roll up your sleeves. The hours were always respected and it felt like a fair exchange. I had a fun time overall and would recommend it to anyone wanting to see rural Japan 🇯🇵
6 days ago
About the experience in: Iwanai District, Japan
France
I spent a wonderful month in Iwanai! I made many friends and visited a lot of places!
The landscape is beautiful, the food is excellent and the people are friendly!
The work was fair and even pretty fun at times!
I was able to visit parts of Hokkaido, hike around and go to some festivals!
My only wish is to be able to come back, this time in winter !
25 days ago
About the experience in: Iwanai District, Japan
Germany
My working experience at the Iwanai House was my first in a foreign country and I would do it anytime again! I really liked the rural character of Iwanai and I also enjoyed meeting the most friendly local people and getting in touch with international travellers. Also Dan is a very nice guy and managed our working times fairly! For those who want to experience the true japanese experience, you should go here. Coming back one day!
about 2 months ago
About the experience in: Iwanai District, Japan
Spain
Mi experiencia en Iwanai fue de 10. Tenía una habitación propia y las vistas eran preciosas ya que desde la cocina se podía ver el mar y al salir de la cas las montañas. Un par de días incluso pude ver ciervos al lado de la casa. La naturaleza en Iwanai es preciosa y aunque el pueblo está un poco lejos y es pequeño me parece un muy buen lugar para hacer voluntariado. Todo el equipo me trató estupendamente y fue amable conmigo. Me sentí cuidada y segura. Estoy muy agradecida por esta experiencia. Gracias.
2 months ago
About the experience in: Iwanai District, Japan
France
I had a really fun experience at Iwanai ski resort, I voulonteer during spring, Iwanai is a really cute village, the mountains are wonderful, the same for the coast (I even had the chance to arrive for the Hanami period). Dan and John (the responsibles) are great persons, really helpfull to acclimate you.
2 months ago