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United States

5

My stay in kamakura was a very beautiful and peaceful experience. I met so many amazing people from the Japanese day staff at the hostels to the other travelers at hase house/wander kitchen. The food made by kuni was always very delicious and he would even adapt the meals to our dietary needs. (The times we would eat was once at 11am (brunch) and once at 6pm(dinner).)Both kuni and Ai San were very respectable, kind, and firm. Other Info - work hours differ for each hostel - a lot of interactions with guests - you will sleep at the place you work overnight (3 times a week usually)

almost 2 years ago

United States

5

Kuni is a very nice man who cares deeply about the people who volunteer. This was by far the best Worldpackers experience I have had. The hours are shown to you weeks in advance and it is very simple work. Kuni cooks amazing food and if the two meals a day aren't enough he will make more if you ask. Really nice being in Kamakura as well

almost 2 years ago

Philippines

5

It was an amazing experience to do volunteer work in Kamakura! The location is great and it's walking distance to the beach. I love the atmosphere in this town. I also got to meet a couple of many amazing travellers aka the other volunteers. It was really fun and I wish I did it for a longer time. I just hoped that the promised 3 meals was provided since only 2 were given in each day. Besides that, everything was great and I learned a lot in my trip in Japan! I love how you also have flexible time since you have some days off for the week. I enjoyed my stay here 🥰 Thank u for this opportunity!

almost 2 years ago

Brazil

5

Unfortunately I had to leave early. I have dust mite allergy and the house where the volunteers sleep was a traditional Japanese house, and as all wood old houses it was dusty. Kuni-san was very kind, and the work was easy and during the night. Giving the volunteers the whole day to enjoy the beach, hikings, and the cute kamamura city. The food they offered was really delicious!! All the meals were very well served and very good! Thank you very much for the short time I stayed!

almost 2 years ago

United States

5

This was an excellent experience! Kuni makes delicious food and the tasks of maintaining the hostels were relatively easy once shown how to do them. We had plenty of opportunities to go shopping, to the beach, shrines and temples, and to try lots of different food in the area. Being involved with the hostels connected me to the community in a deeper way than just a vacation.

almost 2 years ago

United States

5

This was our first Worldpackers experience and it was great! Kuni is very kind and made us delicious meals. The other volunteers were great to be around as well! The work is simple, though there a few tasks and guidelines that could have been explained more efficiently. All of the guests were very nice and understanding when there was confusion, though! We stayed in an upstairs apartment with most of the other volunteers. The apartment is right next to a train station and near the beach and temples. We definitely want to come back in the future!

almost 2 years ago

United States

5

Everything was fantastic from the people, the food and the work!

almost 2 years ago

United States

5

My host Kuni, made me feel so welcome from the minute I got there! He is one of the kindest people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting in my time in Japan. Take the time to talk to him because he's a super interesting guy and he makes the best food as well! As for the work itself, it's very easy and a great way to practice some Japanese. Super reasonable work. You bounce around 3 hostels and work reception for a few hours at night and in the morning. Kamakura has a very easy going environment and it's so much fun to explore! Very convenient location with lots to offer.

almost 2 years ago

Australia

5

Kamakura is a little further away from the big cities but that stop me from exploring, experiencing all that Japan had to offer! Kuni and his family are the sweetest and most welcoming people I've had the opportunity to meet! I'll be back and can't wait to see them again :) The work was easy and I've made life long friendships because of it! The other volunteers were amazing people can't thank them enough! You've just gotta jump on opportunity because it's not one to miss! The home-style cooking and feel made me feel incredibly comfortable and my Japanese improved immensely !

almost 2 years ago

United States

5

My experience in Kamakura was amazing! The other volunteers were so wonderful, the work was very simple and the expectations were clear. Kuni was the absolute best host and nicest guy - I will be thinking about his cooking forever. Definitely download Line before you arrive in Japan to make communication easier. Overall I cannot recommend enough, and I'd happily come back :)

almost 2 years ago

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