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Help around our garden and experience Japanese family house

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The experience

Hello! Looking for someone who can help us with our daily routine, such as cleaning of rooms/houses, gardening and having fun with our family.
Our house is located countryside, in western part of Shizuoka Japan. We have three kids, so expected to play and enjoy times with them!
Gardening work will vary according to the season.
Our English level is not perfect.

What you offer

30 hours of help per week

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

What you get

1 day off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English

Over 19 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

April is when our forest and farm come alive with activity—it’s the start of our busy season.
Our main tasks include harvesting bamboo shoots, preparing for summer vegetables, maintaining and cleaning around the house, and spending time playing with the children.
Winter time is less acvive in terms of plant and crop growth, though there are still tasks such as cleaning up fallen leaves, preparing for spring and other seasonal tasks.

Activities & Shift

Our typical day starts early, around 5:30 AM. School and work begin around 7:00 AM. During the day, we ask volunteers to help with simple tasks that are easy to manage. We return home around 5:00 PM, and dinner is usually served at 6:00 PM. By 8:00 PM, it's time to wind down and go to bed.

We welcome people who enjoy spending time with children, helping with cleaning, and supporting us with light daily chores.

Rules

●House Rules & Practical Information
ーSmoking is not allowed.
ーPlease remove your shoes before entering the house.
ーKindly keep the interior clean and dry.
ーBe mindful when using strongly scented products while at home.
ーOur family car is quite small, so if you’re traveling with large luggage (like suitcases), it may be difficult to fit everything when we pick you up or drop you off.
●Meals
We’re unable to accommodate special dietary requests. Meals will consist of traditional Japanese home-cooked dishes.
●Travel Documents
Please make sure to arrange all necessary travel documents on your own.
●Confirmation Process
Your confirmation is essential for us to secure your schedule. After we send a “pre-approve” reply, please click “confirm” within one week. If you need more time to finalize your plans, feel free to message us!