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25h
- Hours per week
- Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
- Cleaning
- Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
- Housekeeping
- Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
- Kitchen Hand
- Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
What you get
4
- Days off per week
- Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
- Shared Dorm
- You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
- Team Dorm
- You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
- Breakfast
- You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
- Fast Internet Access
- High-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.
- Discounts on Tours
- Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
- Yoga classes
- Take free yoga classes at our place.
- Holistic Therapies
- You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
- Bikes at your disposal
- You can use our bikes any time you want.
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Availability
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- Stay at least
- 4 weeks
- Stay up to
- 12 weeks
The Experience
Help with basic hosting duties at a traditonal Japanese home in the center of Kyoto, Japan. Tasks include making a simple breakfast for guests, check-ins/check-outs, laundry, cleaning rooms, etc. Plenty of free time to enjoy all the culture, history, food and nature! Bicycles, wi-fi, laundry staff fridge and more available. This will be YOUR home too!
Learn moreRequirements
- Intermediate English
- Between 18 and 40 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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Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 12 Meeting international travelers
- 9 Immersing in the local culture
- 8 Meeting locals
- 6 Practicing English
- 5 Developing social awareness
- 3 Get in touch with nature
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 7 3. Good health and well-being
- 5 11. Sustainable cities and communities
- 4 5. Gender equality
ellis
United Kingdom
I volunteered at the guest house for a month and had a really positive experience. The work was fair and easy to follow. The living space felt like home with great kitchen facilities, and the location in Kyoto was lovely. I enjoyed the routine and the overall atmosphere, and would definitely recommend this volunteering experience to other travellers!
14 days ago
Elizabeth
United States
The guest house really came to feel like home in the two months I was able to stay and volunteer there. The host and her husband, Chie and Roy, were so kind and welcoming. They worked with me to make sure I understood and felt comfortable with all of my tasks, were flexible with scheduling as needed, made sure we felt safe and happy as staff on-site and knew what to do in the event that anything made us uncomfortable, gave clear direction and communication, and had the absolute best recommendations for things to do around Kyoto. This is just a tiny summary of how amazing they are. Highly recommend!!
16 days ago
Jandlyn
United States
Chie and Roy and superb hosts, it was a great team working experience with the other staff too. The workload may take an adjustment if you aren't used to physical labor (especially if this will be your first job), but eventually everyone finds their rhythm. There's a good balance between work and free time to explore, and a nice breakfast everyday too. This is a terrific option if you want to explore Kyoto and take day trips to Shiga, Uji, Nara, and Osaka!
about 2 months ago
Selina
Germany
I had a wonderful experience at the guest house! The work (mainly housekeeping, cleaning, and reception) was super easy and fair. The place itself is sooooo beautiful, super clean, and such a comfortable environment to stay in. What made the experience truly special was Chie — she is such an amazing, hardworking, and inspirational person. I admire her deeply and look up to her a lot. She gave me the opportunity to grow, both personally and professionally, and I'm very grateful for that. I would highly recommend the guest house to anyone looking for a meaningful and enjoyable Worldpackers experience.
2 months ago
Laurianne
France
It's a beautiful traditional house that's perfectly located, You feel right at home here. The work tasks aren't difficult, and you have a lot of time to visit the city or the surrounding villages. Chie is adorable, very attentive, and makes sure everyone feels comfortable. I recommend ! it was a wonderful experience.
3 months ago
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