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Osaka Guesthouse Nest
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About the experience in: Osaka, Japan
United Kingdom
Not a very pleasant experience whatsoever. Mould in the rooms which made everyone including myself sick. Drips in the ceiling in the main lounge area. Dirty sheets which are not cleaned leading to several guests complaining. Un sanitary cleaning eg: floors washed with only water? Volunteers being told they had to leave early on no fair grounds whatsoever and disputes taking place in front of guests. Some very uncomfortable situations and a lack of care for the volunteers. It is not safe to volunteer here. Would not recommend.
16 days ago
Takeo replied
彼女が到着する前から、ずれの兆候がありました。彼女は「空港に迎えに来てくれませんか？」というような珍しい質問をしました。
これは、他の誰も要求したことのないことです。通常、私たちはスタッフが滞在して働く場所まで自分で道を作ることを期待しています。時間が経つにつれて、管理することはますます難しくなりました。• 彼女はしばしば基本的なルールを破った。• 彼女は何度も汚れた皿を残したり、きれいな皿を片付けなかったりしました。• 彼女は体調が悪いと言って、誰にも知らせずにシフトを逃した。• 彼女は東京に行きたくて土壇場でシフトをサボったことがあります。• 彼女が欠席したり、不便を引き起こしたりしたとき、彼女はチームに謝罪しませんでした。その前日は朝6:00帰りで、単なるサボり。• 彼女が部屋の鍵をなくしたとしても、謝罪はなく、ただ支払いの申し出があった。• 一般的に、彼女は説明責任ではなくお金で問題を解決しようとしました。この行動は、私たちの多くを失望させ、苛立たせました。彼女と一緒に働いていた人たちは、それが不快でストレスだと感じました。わがままなまま大人になった典型でした。
About the experience in: Osaka, Japan
France
A bit more than 1 month working at the reception here.I'll say that your experience depend a lot about the other volunteers you'll be with. Mine has been mixed. I didn't feel the "family/home" vibe you can find sometimes in guesthouse.
The japanese girls at the reception were super nice and kind, as well as Madoka san (manager).
At first the cleanliness wasn't the best which led to more problems/tensions.Then the cleaning crew gradually changed and the manager decided to re-explain all the cleaning work. At the end of my stay,I felt a bit better.Thanks Madoka san
Still,not my best experience
24 days ago
About the experience in: Osaka, Japan
Chile
Mi tiempo en Osaka Guesthouse Nest fue increíble. Tanto Takeo como Madoka fueron muy considerados con nosotros: nos invitaron a partidos de beisbol, nos dejaron los mismos días libres y Madoka organizó fiestas y cocinó para nosotros varias veces.
Los demás voluntarios hicieron la experiencia mucho mejor ya que en el hostel se promueve el trabajo en equipo, los que nos ayuda a conocernos más y colaborar entre nosotros.
La ciudad es increíble y puedes hacer muchos panoramas distintos. Además, queda cerca de otros destinos como Kioto, Kobe y Nara.
Volvería felíz a Osaka Guesthouse Nest.
about 1 month ago
About the experience in: Osaka, Japan
Brazil
Osaka Nest has amazing hosts, Madoka-san and Takeo-san, was an unforgettable experience! They were incredibly warm, welcoming, and always made me feel at home. Every dinner felt like a family gathering, full of laughter, delicious food, and great conversations. I also had the chance to meet and connect with wonderful volunteers, creating friendships I’ll cherish forever. Grateful for the memories and hospitality — truly a heartwarming cultural exchange! And a memory to keep forever <3
about 1 month ago
About the experience in: Osaka, Japan
Italy
Madoka-san and Takeo-san were the best hosts, they made me feel so welcomed and safe during my stay at the Nest, it felt like a big family. The working hours were as established, the accommodation was comfortable, and the other volunteers so nice. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone looking to spend some time in Osaka in a place that feels like home away from home.
about 1 month ago