Work exchange in Japan: Join us at a Restaurant & Bar in Yunomine...

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What you offer

18h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

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

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Bartending: Make and serve drinks and help maintain the beverages inventory.

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What you get

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.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, 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 Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 21 days

The Experience

We're looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to help at our newly opened our bar, located in the heart of Yunomine Onsen and the Kumano Kodo area. As part of the J-hoppers Hostel group (which has 7 hostels across western Japan), you'll have the chance to experience the beauty of this region while assisting as a bartender, server, and cleaner.

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Requirements

Intermediate English and Intermediate Japanese
Over 20 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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5 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Shared Home

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

4 Get in touch with nature
4 Meeting international travelers
4 Meeting locals
3 Immersing in the local culture
2 Developing social awareness
2 Practicing English

Leanne

Australia

I had so much fun at this experience and learnt so much. Beautiful countryside, truly regional Japan, lots of hiking and fantastic accommodation. I found the work lots of fun and overtime I was able to do everything at the restaurant, including the cooking. The staff were super flexible and kind, helping me get to places as it's very regional, and helped me practice my Japanese. I got to talk to both foreign and Japanese travelers and I've made some amazing friends. Definately my favourite job so far. I love the countryside lifestyle it brings and hope to one day come back

about 1 month ago

Matias Andres

Argentina

My experience at the home was amazing. I shared incredible moments with other volunteers and met travelers from all over the world. I worked more with Kang-san than with Aki-san, and while both were great, I have to highlight Kang—an awesome guy, always ready to help with anything, his patience and kindness made the job even more enjoyable. I'm really going to miss the food and drinks, all of which were top quality. I'll definitely crave a Copper every now and then, and i'll also miss the onsen after work. But more than anything, I'll miss the warmth of the people. ありがとう！

2 months ago

Michael

Canada

Had a fantastic time at the home, the other staff are incredibly helpful and friendly and the local town is a completely unique experience. The work is quite straightforward and generally not very stressful, and being able to meet people from across the world is a lot of fun. The staff house is well-equipped and even saw monkeys climbing around the neighbourhood! Huge shout out to Makoto and Kang for making this experience unforgettable for me and teaching me lots of international and local recipes (and new music!), had a blast with them and excited to stay in touch. 10/10 would recommend.

3 months ago

Sungha replied

Arigato Michael, won`t forget your dedications. Thanks for the additional comments too! - Kang

Andre

Canada

My first Worldpackers experience and I couldn't be happier about it. the home work is pleasant, the living situation comfortable, the setting along the kumano kodo pilgrimage trail idyllic. Access to free onsens during the stay and delicious meals and craft beer at the resto was the cherry on top. I would only note that the area is quite remote so pack accordingly; there is however a karaoke the home available upon reservation I highly recommend! Thank you Aki and the J Hopper staff for the experience, I hope to be back another time. Big shout out to Makoto for teaching me how to make omurice ;)

6 months ago

Aki replied

Thank you for your review !
We hope to see you sometime again !!

jaime

Chile

A pesar de mi nula experiencia Kan, manager y con quien más trabaje, fue comprensivo y muy responsable con las tareas que me daba. Siempre dispuesto a ofrecer ayuda y facilidades para el mes que pasé ahi. El trabajo por momentos era muy pesado, más que todo por falta de personal y mucha clientela. Recomendaría a los administradores contratar más personal, para disminuir el estrés de Kan, que por momentos lo sobrepasaba, afectando un poco su anime y relaciones con los clientes y personal. Pero muy buena experiencia.

11 days ago

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