Shikoku-Island This is not a tourist spot. a quiet place.

★We are urgently looking for helpers for July.

Some of the past reviews are old, so I am updating them as much as possible to avoid any trouble, so please read my profile to the end.

This is not a tourist destination. It is a small rural village where you can relax.

Please do not let anyone into your room without my permission. People who play with their cell phones all day, people who hate bugs, people who do not enjoy my broken English conversations, racists. People who like to party. If you do not enjoy nature, this is not for you.

I run an organic farm. We mainly grow eggs, tomatoes, and delicious vegetables. I am always thinking about a good lifestyle and world peace.

This area has many old and historic rice terraces, and is a mountainous area surrounded by beautiful rivers. It is the best environment for nature lovers.

The work involves general farm work such as taking care of animals, harvesting and shipping vegetables, washing vegetables, planting seedlings, weeding, pruning, etc.

Join me in various tasks in the countryside. The work is easy, safe, and you can learn a lot.

Work starts around 8am. You work a maximum of 25 hours a week.

After work, we will have lunch together for free. Afternoons are free. You have two days off per week.

Rice will be provided to you for free. We will also give you vegetables and eggs from the field. Please purchase the rest of the ingredients yourself (there is a supermarket and a convenience store nearby).

Please cook your own breakfast and dinner.

The volunteer house is next to my office. The volunteer house is a small, handmade house converted from a greenhouse. It has a separate bedroom, kitchen, washing machine, hot water shower, compost toilet, wood stove, Wi-Fi, and bicycles for free.

If you want to know more about me and rural life, you can also stay in my house. (Traditional Japanese house)

In my free time, I walk along the river or in the mountains, read books, listen to music or instruments, swim, fish, kayak, and hike. If you have time, please come and enjoy your hobby with me!

I want to slowly build a relationship with you, so I can only invite one person.

Sometimes you will have the opportunity to interact with local people. Experience our culture.

Perhaps this experience cannot be achieved on a short trip.

We have a friendly and relaxed approach, giving you enough time and energy to enjoy the surrounding environment. In return for your cooperation, we will provide you with good service and a great experience. The nature of Motoyama is waiting for you.

Let's make a page of memories in the countryside of Shikoku.

* Sorry, we do not accept halal, vegan, or vegetarian (these are difficult to accommodate in the countryside)).

If you don't meet the above criteria, short stay, couple, food, etc., but still want to come here, please send me a passionate message. Move my heart. I will invite you.

Hello. I am Masa. My farm is about 2ha. I work alone. My English is beginner level, but I will do my best to communicate with you. Time flows quietly and slowly here with the sun. There is a lot of nature, and you become a part of nature. Hot days, cold days, rainy days, the sounds of insects and birds, etc. If you want to live away from the city, you'll like it here. My religion is Shinto. I respect nature and eat anything. I want a peaceful world. I only welcome guests who understand and respect each other. And I hate being an article for a web content creator.

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Staff & Host

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

Canada

5

Tomato farming is surprisingly therapeutic and relaxing. Masa-san is very welcoming, its been a pleasure to stay in Motoyama.

about 1 month ago

Argentina

5

Masa is extremely generous and kind, he will put in all the effort to make your stay in Japan better. He is always available to help you and take the time to think about your interests and give such valuable recommendations. He is also very open-minded and wants the experience to become a real cultural exchange. The area of Motoyama is like a movie scene although it's a small village and it has an extremely calm rhythm. It's the same for the work that is very chill and simple. So, if you want to have a real Japan countrylife experience and make a new friend, you are in the right place!

2 months ago


Yoshinaga(Masa) replied

The 10 days I spent with Lia went by in a flash.
The topics of conversation she brought up were interesting.
I was also amazed at her physical strength.
Her courage, intelligence, and actions were all perfect.
I would guarantee this to hosts all over the world.

South Africa

5

What a wonderful month! From the moment Yoshinaga picked me up I felt immediately welcome and was excited to start my first farm-stay experience. With only a few hours of farming each morning, I got to learn a lot about growing in sustainable ways. The conversations were always interesting and I miss our shared lunches and opportunities to cook together. It was great to explore the town on the bicycle provided and visit some nearby areas with Yoshinaga. My bad luck to have a small injury, but good luck to have a host who took such good care of me. Thank you, I look forward to visiting again!

3 months ago


Yoshinaga(Masa) replied

My time with Lynn was wonderful. She is also very adventurous and willing to try anything. She is punctual, respectful, and has a high learning ability. I hope to meet her again. I would recommend her to all host families.

China

5

I loved starting my day here by saying “おはよう” to Yoshinaga san every morning, it filled me with energy!

The work on the farm was different every day, but Yoshinaga san always taught me with patience and made sure I experienced as much as possible (even taught me to drive a tractor!). I also loved our chats during work breaks.

Yoshinaga san is warm, open-minded, and full of love. I truly admire his way of life, and I feel so lucky to have spent two weeks with him. I believe that everyone who chooses to come here will gain joyful and precious memories! I hope to return wind family one day!

4 months ago

Germany

5

This was my first farmstay and I could not have asked for a better host than Yoshinaga-san! The tasks were different each day, we went on a hike together and went to the ocean. I hope to come back sometime :) ありがとう

8 months ago


Yoshinaga(Masa) replied

I had a very enjoyable time with Lena. I want hosts all over the world to have this experience. I recommend accepting her request when she asks you to. I hope to meet her again someday. Thank you.


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