Breakfast service and Guest interaction

Italy

5

I quite enjoyed my time as a volunteer at the hostel. The staff was great and I met some amazing international fellow volunteers. Work time is absolutely manageble and manly in the morning, leaving you with plenty of free time to spend as you wish. Yummy food is provided twice daily. Takayama is a lovely place and a great hub to explore the surroundings. Highly recommended place, host and experience

2 months ago

Germany

5

Staying at the hostel was like a home away from home. It was very lively when I was there, with many many volunteers staying together in one house and everyone including staff coming together for lunch, dinner, and karaoke or game night. I haven't felt this sort of community at any other volunteering place. The work - cleaning - was always doable within the four hours and days off were communicated well in advance, so it's possible to plan trips in advance. Takayama may be small, but there is loads to see and do around here.

2 months ago

Venezuela

5

I had a wonderful time doing this volunteering! The work is very manageable, the team did a good job clarifying expectations, and it gives enough time afterwards to explore the area. Lunch and dinner were provided daily, and we had access to many of the facilities offered across the locations. I met so many amazing people, the staff and other volunteers made it an incredible experience!!

3 months ago

Germany

5

Takayama is a great place to enjoy local culture, good food and nature. While people call it little Kyoto, I would rather say it's the better Kyoto! You will be able to connect to many other travellers here and the staff is also very nice. The work is easy.

3 months ago

United States

5

Really great vibes at the hostel! Takayama is such a lovely, charming town, and it was a real pleasure to volunteer here. The tasks at the hostel were simple and fun, with very flexible hours — perfect for exploring the area after work. The food they provided was delicious, and the accommodation was super cozy (AC, comfy mattress, kitchen, and more). I met so many amazing people here and had an incredible time. I'd definitely recommend volunteering here to anyone!

3 months ago

Vietnam

5

Amazing 2-week experience! This is my first volunteering experience, and I'm so glad I stayed with the hostel team. From day one, the tasks and training were very clear and manageable, and working time was well respected. The team provides us with good food every day, staff's outgoing event, and also the chance to use the facility (working space, karaoke, etc). The staff are also friendly and helpful on every topic. Takayama town is amazing! Please give it a try after every workday or day off, to explore the town and nearby attractions. I will come back here even as a tourist one day!

4 months ago

Switzerland

5

All in all I had an amazing experience. The cleaning tasks were always possible to finish in time and it was interesting to work in a japanese hostel. Lunch and dinner have been always great with the other volunteers and staff. Takayama itself is a lovely small city with lush nature around it and it's cultural old town. I can definitely recommend volunteering here to get a break from the big cities.

4 months ago

Switzerland

5

The volunteering was great! Takayama is a lovely town where you can experience a lot of culture. We worked four hours a day in the morning, cleaning the hostel and preparing the rooms for guests. All the staff sat together for lunch and dinner in the main branch, which was really delightful. In August, we experienced a few festivals with other volunteers and staff members. Overall, we had an awesome time enjoying the activities together with everyone we met.

4 months ago

Brazil

5

What a truly wonderful month it has been. Takayama is a lovely city and so much livelier than you would think. We never ran out of things to do. There are a lot of staff and volunteers which made it quite the social experience: I met amazing people during my time here. The staff is attentive and the work is really fair, the hotel's automation system is very convenient for guests and volunteers, and the meals you get are so so good! This is a must do volunteering experience for anyone coming to Japan. I left with tears in my eyes, unforgettable memories and lots of friends. Thank you the hostel!!

4 months ago

Brazil

5

I had a wonderful experience volunteering at the hostel. From the moment I arrived, both the staff and other volunteers were super welcoming. I made great friends, had lots of fun, and learned a lot about Japanese culture & traditions. Even though Takayama is a small town, there's always something going on, almost every week there are amazing festivals & events, plus activities organized by the team for volunteers. All of this made my stay even more special. Thanks to everyone for this amazing experience. And special thanks to my cook sensei Ratree, who was an essential part of it. 🫶

4 months ago

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