Join Us for an Incredible Snow Season in Hakuba, Japan! ❄️🏔️

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The experience


Love snow and adventure? We invite you to Hakuba, Japan, a stunning ski resort town known for its amazing powder snow! We’re a group of snow enthusiasts running a homestay, and we’re looking for volunteers to help with our lodge.

In exchange, you’ll get to enjoy the incredible ski slopes, breathtaking views, and all the adventure Hakuba has to offer. Come be part of an unforgettable winter experience with us! ⛷️🏂🌨️


What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Housekeeping: Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.

Cooking: Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.


What you get

1 day off per week

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

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

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.

Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

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

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

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


Requirements

Fluent English or Intermediate Japanese

Between 18 and 40 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

In exchange for your help, we offer accommodation and the chance to fully immerse yourself in the snow season at Hakuba. You’ll have plenty of free time to hit the slopes, explore the beautiful surroundings, and experience the local culture. Plus, you'll be part of a community of snow and adventure lovers, making it a truly rewarding experience both on and off the slopes! 🏔️❄️

Join us for a balanced work-and-play opportunity in one of Japan’s top ski resort towns!


Activities & Shift

As a volunteer, your main responsibilities will include:

Cooking: Prepare simple, healthy meals for our guests and staff. We love to keep things cozy and delicious, and we encourage creativity in the kitchen! 🍳🥗
Cleaning: Help us maintain a clean and welcoming environment by assisting with daily cleaning tasks around the lodge, including common areas, guest rooms, and kitchen spaces. 🧹🧼