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Farmstay 甲州市, Japan

5.0
(46 reviews)46

Help us in our farm and hostel with the magnificent views of Mount Fuji :)

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Help a sustainable project
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High demand host
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Immerse yourself in the local culture
44 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Connect with nature
41 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

4h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Social Work
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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What you get

1

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.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space 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.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Aug
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Jan
Stay at least
1 week
Stay up to
3 weeks

The Experience

We are engaged in agriculture in the countryside. In addition to farming, we just started a hostel for travelers. So we are looking for someone to help us with the agricultural work and help for hostel. Although it's a rural area in Yamanashi Prefecture without many shops around, it offers a beautiful landscape where you can enjoy a clear view of Mount Fuji.

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner Japanese
  • Between 18 and 55 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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46 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Farmstay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 44 Immersing in the local culture
  • 41 Get in touch with nature
  • 41 Meeting locals
  • 24 Developing environmental awareness
  • 21 Learning about sustainability
  • 15 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 32 3. Good health and well-being
  • 26 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 21 8. Decent work and economic growth

Canada

5

I had such an amazing time at the farm! Baba, Miyuki, and Katsu are not only wonderful hosts (and great chefs!) but also make you feel like part of their family. The area is so peaceful, surrounded by local houses and fields, and I loved being able to hop on a bike to explore during my free time. Plus, you can see Mt. Fuji right from the house! The work itself was really enjoyable; you mostly do farm tasks. So if you like working in nature, the farm is the best place!

8 days ago

Chile

5

We loved the 2 weeks we spent in the guesthouse. the work was very light, flexible and variable which made it interesting everyday, there were 2 days in which we could not do much because it rained and Miyuki was very comprehensive about that. Everything else apart from de job was wonderful, the food baba made was delicious, the vibes, the hospitality, the views, we really loved it as a first volunteering experience. We were able to spend time with guests, doing english learning activities with kids and enjoying bbq. I would 100% recommend this experience and i hope to return in the future

24 days ago

Australia

5

Thankyou so much for the most amazing two weeks in yamanashi! everyone was so friendly and welcoming and the food was out of this world! the work was also very reasonable and flexible which is very appreciated :)

2 months ago

United Kingdom

5

Genuinely blown away for a first world packers experience, I couldn't recommend the farm enough! The family is so welcoming and fun to be around, their home is beautiful, the work engaging and the food is out of this world. Truly felt like our home away from home, such a special place we will have to return to. If you are reading this, apply!!!!

3 months ago

United Kingdom

5

What an incredible experience living with an amazing family. This was our first world packers experience and we were welcomed into their home like family. The work was fun and different each day, the food was incredible and I wish we had stayed longer. All the best guys and I can't wait to come back again. I would highly recommend to everyone!!

3 months ago

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Hosted by miyuki

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