Hostel in an old Traditional Onsen in Izu, 【Female only】

United Kingdom

5

Volunteering at the hostel was my first Worldpackers experience, it has set the bar high! Jamie and Ryohey are lovely and clearly explained the tasks we had to complete. The work itself is simple and we always finished within 2/3 hours. Volunteers stay in a shared house with private rooms, I had the best housemates which made the experience even better! I recommend if you want a slower pace and to stay in a lovely quiet town surrounded by beauty!

8 days ago

Spain

5

Such a gorgeous area, and such welcoming and supportive hosts. I felt welcomed from the beginning and made great friends out of the experience. The house was a little old but it was cozy and authentic, it had all you really need for an extended stay. The work was straightforward and I had plenty of free time to explore Izu and its surroundings. If you want to experience the quieter side of Japan with the benefit of the onsen's then I highly recommend. During summer there is a lot of summer festivals and events with a very charming community. I had a lot of fun!

12 days ago

Ryohey replied

We were very happy to host Elisa here at Hostel Knot! From the first day she was friendly, respectful, and always willing to help. She did her tasks with care and responsibility, and quickly became part of our small team. It was a pleasure to see her enjoying Izu, getting along with other volunteers, and connecting with the local community. We truly appreciate her positive energy and kindness during her stay.

Mexico

5

Lovely town! Full with amazing people, Ryohey and Jamie are excellent, super kind and always willing to help. The chores are not hard, plus the instructions to follow are super clear. The house has everything you need. Had a great experience in Shuzenji!

20 days ago

Ryohey replied

It was a pleasure to host Caro at Hostel Knot! She was always positive, respectful, and responsible with her tasks. She picked up the routines quickly and carried them out with care, making things smooth for everyone. Beyond the work, she brought great energy and kindness to other volunteer and staffs, which made a big difference for our team and guests. We would be more than happy to welcome them back anytime and highly recommend them to other hosts!

United States

5

I had an incredible experience in Shuzenji. The town is so beautiful, lush with nature, and wonderful local people. Work is easy and Jamie makes sure we are well trained. Many thanks to Jamie and Ryohey!

about 1 month ago

Ryohey replied

We’re so glad you enjoyed your time in Shuzenji! You were a great help to us during your stay, always friendly and responsible with the tasks. It was a pleasure to share this experience with you, and we’d be happy to welcome you back anytime. Wishing you safe travels and many more wonderful adventures ahead!

Germany

5

Cannot recommend it enough! Shuzenji is a beautiful place; if you're looking for a quiet town surrounded by beautiful nature (rice fields, mountains, rivers,..) this might be perfect fit! Overall the atmosphere is really peaceful and calm as it is not as crowded and touristy as other palaces! The tasks in the hostel are really simple and you mostly work with someone else together. Big thanks to Ryohey and Jamie, both of them are incredibly helpful and kindhearted. More than glad I decided to volunteer at the hostel!

about 2 months ago

Ryohey replied

Thank you so much for your amazing help during your stay with us! You were always positive, responsible, and fun to be around, which made the experience so enjoyable for everyone. We’re really happy you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere of Shuzenji and the simple tasks at the hostel. You’ll always be welcome back at Hostel Knot anytime—wishing you the best on all your future adventures!

Ireland

5

I had such a great month volunteering at the hostel! Jamie and Ryohey are both very kind and welcoming. The work was quite easy and didn't take very long so I had a lot of free time to explore the town and surrounding area. The town of Shuzenji is so beautiful and all of the locals were very welcoming. This was my first Worldpackers experience and it has definitely set a very high standard! I can't recommend it enough!! Thank you again 🫶

2 months ago

Ryohey replied

Thank you so much for spending a whole month with us at Hostel Knot! You were always kind, responsible, and such a pleasure to have around. We’re really happy to hear your first Worldpackers experience with us was a good one and that you enjoyed both the work and exploring Izu Peninsula. The locals will surely miss your friendly presence too. You’ll always be welcome back anytime—safe travels and wishing you all the best on your next adventures!

Singapore

5

Ryohey and Jamie are very kind-hearted people who prioritize everyone's wellbeing. They are always thoughtful and have very good leadership skills. They give us a lot of autonomy to manage our work and living spaces. Volunteers have our own private and comfortable bedroom. To all volunteers: let's all do our part to keep our shared space comfy and clean! Please be mindful to conserve electricity and water—switch off the aircon when heading out, make sure taps are tightly turned off after using the toilet, and clean up after cooking so we don't invite any ants and cockroaches :)

2 months ago

Ryohey replied

Sandra, thank you so much for your kind words and for being such a considerate, thoughtful volunteer. We really appreciate the care you showed for both our space and the community here. It was inspiring to see the way you balanced work with enjoying Izu, and we’re truly grateful for the warmth you brought to our team. We hope to welcome you back anytime!

Mexico

5

I had one of the best experiences in Shuzenji, it felt like home. This was my first experience as a volunteer, and I highly recommend it! I found a second home here, I am very fortunate to have met you. ぜったい戻ります。 Thank you, Ryohey and Jamie, for always being awesome, funny, and supportive ❤️ I never felt lonely in Shuzenji. The nature is beautiful and I will really really miss my time in the onsens ♨️ and the soft ice cream, and the wasabi, omg the wasabi so fresh 🗾 if I close my eyes I still can taste it... big thank you also to the girls! you're the best ✨

4 months ago

Ryohey replied

Thank you so much for your heartfelt words! 🌸 We’re really happy to hear Shuzenji felt like home to you and that your first volunteering experience was such a positive one. We miss your good energy and laughter and just you being around in Shuzenji! Please come back anytime—we’ll be waiting with fresh wasabi, onsen time ♨️, and soft ice cream ready for you 🍦✨

Mexico

5

A completely warm, playfull, calm and endearing experience. Shuzenji is a small but full of nature with relaxing onsen, great stores (get Tapioca and then go to the "Boss" Shop) and kind people. Ryohey and Jamie were very kind, supportive, funny and made me feel at home. The other volunteers I stayed with made my expericene so magical. I wish you the best Cris and Nitsan! <3

4 months ago

Ryohey replied

Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing to stay with us! We’re thrilled you were able to make your wish come true and had a blast at Hostel Knot.

We also really appreciate your honest feedback regarding cleanliness. We’ll make sure to address the corners and do a deeper clean more regularly to prevent issues like this in the future. Your suggestions are very helpful, and we hope this won’t stop you from visiting us again—we’d love to welcome you back anytime!

Hungary

5

A great place to stay if you like outdoors and a slow lifestyle! The small town allows you to experience a range of cultural activities from onsens to Temples with a great selection of local eateries. Shuzenji is a train ride away from Mishima from where you can connect to other cities to discover the Peninsula ! Ryohey and Jamie were great to work for , work is easy for the most part - the only thing I would say, that it really depends on the people you work with and live with, as You will live in a house with 2 other female roommates. I had the best time ! Thank you for having me ^^

5 months ago

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