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Raiden Resort and Spa at Iwanai
If you want to experience Japan, this is the perfect place for you! ๐ฟโ๏ธ
Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and meeting amazing people from all around the world while working at our cozy boutique hotel ๐๏ธ.
During summer, take advantage of your free time to go kayaking, mountain biking, or hiking surrounded by breathtaking nature ๐ฟ๐ฃโโ๏ธ๐ดโโ๏ธ.
Our team is a mix of 50% Japanese and 50% international staff ๐ค.
Weโve hosted volunteers from all over the world, and everyone has loved the friendly atmosphere and welcoming environment here ๐ซ.
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About the experience in: Iwanai, Japan
United Kingdom
My time the hotel was absolutely fantastic! The team were super welcoming and I had a great time getting know them as well as working with them. The hours if work are communicated effectively, and you have free time after the work shifts and on days off to explore the local area. They even have a bike you can use for local exploration. Olivia, the volunteer co-ordinator was super energetic and friendly and always available to answer any questions, offer tips or do what she could to make the experience for volunteers a good one! Would definitely recommend and miss everyone already! ๐ป๐
about 1 month ago
About the experience in: Iwanai, Japan
Germany
My time at the hotel was absolutely amazing, I'm so grateful of the many people I've got to meet, especially Olivia who became a very close friend to me. You can enjoy the nature of Hokkaido, hangout with fellow travellers, go to the karaoke bar or ride the bikes. It is a very rural area but that comes with its perks!!! If nature and retreat from Japan's big cities interest you then this place is for you!
3 months ago
About the experience in: Iwanai, Japan
Cuba
My time the hotel in Iwanai was beyond anything I could have imagined. The work was easy, flexible, and left plenty of free time to explore Hokkaido. I helped with housekeeping and photography for the hotel's website and social media. The whole team was amazing, especially Olivia, who went above and beyond to make sure volunteers enjoyed their stay. She let us use the bicycles, organized activities, and drove us to nearby places on our days off. the hotel also provides a weekly grocery budget, shopping trips, and a meal cooked by the chef each shift. I highly recommend it!
5 months ago
About the experience in: Iwanai, Japan
Germany
I loved working the hotel this winter! I came in March, but the snow was still pretty good, and the lifts were open on the weekend until the 15th. I think if you want to ski everyday and enjoy japanese powder, coming ealier is definetely better. Still, I very much enjoyed my time here, the work was very manageable and hours were respected. The team is amazing, and it's very fun meeting both full time employees and other volunteers! Overall, I loved it there and I look forward to coming back soon!! Thank you so much for having me!
7 months ago
About the experience in: Iwanai, Japan
New Zealand
The hotel was a great introduction into a world packers experience as my first one!! The team were super amazing filled with a blend of both travellers and locals and of course the best house mates!! Olivia was amazing and truely helped us with everything and anything and went above and beyond for me! If you are going in winter you are in for a treat with the ski the hotel right there for you to use as often with the best view and snow!! Definitely, would recommend for anyone looking for a more local experience!
8 months ago
Olivia replied
Couldn't write a feedback on time, so would like to write my appreciation here.
Tayla is a very responsible person. Every morning she helped us out at breakfast serving with positive energy. She gets her work done very professionally.
Thanks for those cafe latte! Best one ever!
Thanks, Tayla, for being so flexible and responsible all the time and bringing in big smiles in the morning! Truly enjoyed having you with us.
The whole resort misses you!