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Guest House Matsumoto, Japan

4.5
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Cleaning & Evening Reception: Help run a cozy Guesthouse

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What you offer

20h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
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What you get

4

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
Verified Host
This host has been verified by our team before joining the community.
WP Safeguard
Did something not go as planned? Contact our team.
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Availability

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Stay at least
3 weeks

The Experience

Join our cozy 10-guest house near Matsumoto Castle! Ideal for solo travelers who love nature & music. Help with light cleaning & reception, with plenty of time to study, work, or play our piano & guitar. With 3-4 days off, you can hike the Alps or explore the Nakasendo trail 🏔️. Connect with a 90%+ international community and discover local hidden gems! Perfect for an authentic experience in this historic castle town.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Intermediate Japanese
  • Between 18 and 35 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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About the host

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Hosted by Shotaro

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