Come help our guesthouse in Otsu, Japan!

Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature: 6 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers: 6 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

15h

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.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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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.

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.

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

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

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: 3 weeks

The Experience

We are currently accepting applications for spots for Sep to Dec 2024. NO PAY for this position. No tourist visa holder nor visa waver ! Our guesthouse is only a 4 min walk from the biggest lake in Japan! We are looking for staff to: -help to clean the hostel( bedmaking, cleaning bathrooms, gardening) -15 hours per week, 3 to 4 days per week. -You will be given one bunk bed in the dormitory room. Including bike rental, roundly & kitchen use

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Requirements

Beginner English
Over 18 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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6 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

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

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

1 5. Gender equality

Pawel

Poland

I've had cool month up there in Otsu. Very nice people all around, cozy place and a lot to do in free time. Akane and the rest off the stuff was always helpful and nice. I hope I can comeback to visit this place in future. All the best for all of you in the guest house!

13 days ago

Akane replied

Thank you for staying with us. I am glad you enjoy staying here and also able to join our game! Hope to see you again!!!

Eloïse

France

Akane-san and her husband received me with kindness ! This place is absolutely BEAUTIFUL ! Nature there is just Amazing, it's perfect if we need a peacefull ambiance ! Staff is just Amazing (Big up Makoto and Kouta ✨✨✨) and we had a nice barbecue time 🥰 100% recommended 🥰

20 days ago

Akane replied

Thank you for staying with us. Hope you enjoy staying at our place.
Hope to see you again!

Elin

Netherlands

I loved my time at Lake Biwa Guesthouse!! Akane was very welcoming and all the staff at the hostel was really friendly and social! Usually the work hours weren't too long and the cleaning was really really easy! I had so much fun with the other volunteers and I could definitely recommend!

about 1 month ago

Akane replied

Thank you for staying with us. We are very appreciative of your work and hope you enjoy rest of the trip in Japan.

Juliana

Brazil

Dear Akane San, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the wonderful time I had at your guesthouse. The work was peaceful and enjoyable, and your space is remarkably clean and welcoming. Everything went as planned, and I am immensely thankful for the gifts I received, especially the beautiful futon set. Your generosity and hospitality made my stay truly memorable. Thank you once again. Best regards, Juliana Ono

3 months ago

Akane replied

Totally agree! :) I will start looking good ones. Thank you!

Tathiane

Brazil

I really enjoyed my stay at the guest house. The place is clean and cozy. The working hours were respected, leaving time for me to walk, rest and even go snowboarding. All the staff are welcoming. I highly recommend this place!

3 months ago

Akane replied

Thank you for staying with us! Hope you enjoy your stay in Japan.

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