Help us farming in rural Nagano Prefecture

Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 5 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Connect with nature: 5 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

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.

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

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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.

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

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.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet 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.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

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

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: 2 weeks

The Experience

There is always lots to do around the Guesthouse. We are looking for volunteers that will be pro active and not afraid to get their hands dirty. Depending on the season in the garden and fields there will be seeds to plant, vegetables to harvest and weeds to pull up. There will also be general cleaning duties around the Guesthouse. Help with cooking our meals will be really helpful and expected as we cannot always find the time to do it.

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Requirements

Intermediate English or Beginner Japanese
Between 23 and 65 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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5 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Guest House

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

5 Immersing in the local culture
5 Get in touch with nature
4 Practicing English
3 Learning about sustainability
3 Meeting locals
3 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

2 2. Zero hunger
2 15. Life on land
1 6. Clean water and sanitation

Val

China

Many thanks to Naomi and Chris — they treated us like family. We stayed in a beautiful Japanese countryside home, and I absolutely loved it! Naomi taught us Japanese, how to bake cakes, and even how to sort garbage properly — she's really amazing! I had such a great time here — we wore a kimono, sang songs, and felt truly happy. Even when we went out and came back late, Naomi still came to pick us up, which really touched me. I sincerely wish them all the best.

about 1 month ago

Flors

China

It was a great experience. Naomi and Chris took us to see the Firefly Festival, pick blueberries, sing karaoke, and told us a lot about Japan. They picked us up at the station at 10 pm on a weekend. Thank them very much and wish them a better future.

about 1 month ago

Victoria

Canada

Naomi and Chris are a wonderful couple who welcomed us into their home with warmth and laughter. The location of their farm is really beautiful. Our days started at 9 AM after preparing breakfast together around 8. Regarding work, I really appreciated Chris's clear instructions and teaching approach. The tasks varied, including farming, gardening, house duties, and even DIYs! They were thoughtful about adjusting tasks based on the weather. Naomi truly shared her culture with us, making the experience even richer. Note that on days off, you'll need to provide and prepare your own meals.

4 months ago

Maxime

Canada

Naomi and Chris are great! From the beginning, they welcomed us warmly. They are very kind, easygoing, and we shared many laughs. They were flexible with the hours and trusted us with our tasks; creating a nice flow and light atmosphere that I enjoyed. We got to try and learn a variety of tasks in the garden and around the house, depending on the weather. It was nice to discover Japanese dishes and learn more about the culture. The e-bikes on our days off were perfect for exploring. I'm grateful for the experience in Minowa, a small town with a slower pace of life. I would recommend it!

4 months ago

Edgar Aarón

Mexico

Fue mi primer voluntariado. Chris y Naomi son excelentes anfitriones. 🙌🏼 la casa es excelente para tu primera opción porque nunca te sientes solo, son comprensibles con tu nivel de inglés, siempre son claros con las actividades a realizar, las tareas son diversas y siempre en buenas condiciones, además tienes cuarto propio. El pueblo es lindo para salir en bici al lado del río. Te dan buenas recomendaciones turísticas, te guían y te llevan a la estación. Te acercan a la cultura japonesa a través de la comida, actividades e historias. Gracias de todo corazón y éxito en sus proyectos. 🙏🏼

3 months ago

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