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Sweden

5

I'm so happy I got to stay and work at the hostel. The people are all so friendly and kind. They invited us volunteer to join them for a lot of stuff so we also got to see the local part of Japan. There's literally no pressure with the work as long as u do what should be done. I thought the work was pretty challenging but it was all because of the stairs (there's 5 floors) and working in the heat. I'd recommend anyone to stay here!

3 days ago

United Kingdom

5

I absolutely loved my time here, from going out with the crew to cleaning days or even just chatting with the staff, Chizuru, Maki, Tamae, Hiro, Yasu and everyone were the absolute best! Enjoyed my time with the volunteers and guests too, always going out with new people meeting locals, practicing speaking Japanese, relaxing in the group space or eating Ryo's delicious dinner and everything in between, couldn't ask for a better experience and i will be back! i love the hostel

11 days ago

Brazil

5

Volunteering at the hostel was fun! The work could be tiring at times, but the days off made up for it. The staff was friendly, and so were the other volunteers.

about 1 month ago

Chizuru replied

Thank you for everything Luiza! Your smile and laugh made us a bright day each day. Keep smiling!!

United Kingdom

5

Chizuru was an excellent host. Herself and all the staff were very friendly and welcoming. The hours and work expectations were as described and we often finished early if all tasks were complete. The hostel was in a good location and I enjoyed my time in Takamatsu.

2 months ago

Chizuru replied

Thank you for all your help. Hope you'll come back again;)

United States

5

I'm going to miss this place! I had an amazing experience and felt right at home. Staff is friendly and social, and I met many wonderful volunteers who have become close friends. The dorm I stayed in was comfy for my long stay.One small point for improvement: I noticed some staff members weren't as productive as the volunteers. During cleaning shifts, I often felt like I had to pick up the slack when paired with certain staff. That said, the workload is manageable, so it wasn't a huge issue for me. With three days off each week, it's a great balance of work and free time.Definitely recommend!

3 months ago

Chizuru replied

Thank you for the big help you did while you were here. We already miss you. I hope I see again. Your welcome anytime.

Germany

5

I stayed at the hostel for a month, and it was an amazing experience! Chizuru and the staff are incredibly kind and always ready to help. The well-organized schedule allows you to plan trips easily, and the work is fair, with hours respected (though laundry can sometimes take a bit longer). The dorms are spacious and comfortable, making for a pleasant stay. Plus, Takamatsu is a calm and laid-back city, perfect as a base for exploring the area. I highly recommend this position to anyone!

4 months ago

Chizuru replied

We also had a pleasant time with you, Stefan. Thank you for entertaining and welcoming the guests. We miss your happy vibe.

Brazil

5

It was the best volunteer work I've ever done! All the staff were welcoming, polite, cheerful and transparent about the tasks. The tasks were to tidy up the hostel beds and do some general cleaning, and the hours were very flexible. There was plenty of time to explore the city of Takamtsu. Many thanks to Chizuru and all the staff for the happy days we spent together. I will miss you all. I definitely recommend the hostel.

4 months ago

Chizuru replied

Thank you for helping us out in Hostel JAQ Filipe! You were a big help when we were doing the renovations.
We will miss you a lot. You are always welcome anytime!

Brazil

5

Staying at the hostel was one of the best volunteers places I ever had after travelling the World with Worldpackers and staying in 15 different places. I had really great time there and I will never forget the people and time together. The host Chizuru is very kind and is a lovely person. Also, the hostel is very well located in the city and you can have free time to explore Japan in your days off. I really recommend this place!

5 months ago

Chizuru replied

Thank you for helping us out in Hostel JAQ Thais! You kept everything clean and in order. I could really rely on you. I am happy for you, you completed 10km of running while you were here. Good luck to your next level of journey!

Turkey

5

I stayed around one month here , Takamatsu is a very calm and small city but you can find whatever you want, I enjoyed here , I used sometimes the kitchen, the kitchen has everything to cook and there is a big Market , I was cooking mostly so I felt like my house and also the chef's foods were very nice. Chizuru and other Japanese worker were really polite and kind , that's why I get very comfortable : I recommend here , I am happy with here :)

5 months ago

Germany

5

I had a great time at the hostel! Chizuru is an amazing host and it was really fun to go out with her. Work hours are well respected and the staff are really nice and always help with questions. We couldn't use the kitchen from 6-10 am and in the evenings, but that wasn't a problem for me as I had a simple breakfast and in the evening we got a great discount on the chef's dinner if we did the dishes afterwards. The only downside is, that it can sometimes take quite a while to do the dishes if there are many guests. But the food is amazing, I would definitely recommend it. Thanks Ryo and Chizuru!

6 months ago

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