Hostel Sagamihara, Japan

5.0
(46 reviews)46

Teach Conversational English, House DIY & Hostel Management!

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with the locals
43 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Connect with nature
38 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature

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What you offer

24h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Social Work
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Teaching Languages
Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
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What you get

1

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.
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.
Fast Internet Access
High-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.
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Support
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Availability

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Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

My goal for our volunteers is that they can immerse themselves in local Japanese culture, build lasting relationships, and grow their skills. I want to build a bridge between travelers and the local community by running conversational English classes and getting our guests involved in local events. Alongside teaching English, the work will include hostel upkeep - housekeeping, cleaning, and renovating. I look forward to meeting you :)

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Over 18 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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46 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 43 Meeting locals
  • 38 Get in touch with nature
  • 34 Immersing in the local culture
  • 32 Meeting international travelers
  • 15 Creating true social impact
  • 14 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 18 3. Good health and well-being
  • 13 5. Gender equality
  • 4 2. Zero hunger
Ian

United States

5

Volunteering at the hostel was an amazing experience. Kai is an equally amazing host, and I'm so glad I got to volunteer in Sagamiko JP. I felt involved with the local community and got to see many places like the onsen in Mori Mori or shrines nearby Mt Takao. The work itself was well structured and gave me enough time to relax in between and prepare for other things like grocery shopping. The accommodation is very comfortable, being surrounded by nature and hearing the river was music to my ears, on top of the consistent rain that never hindered work. All in all, a great experience.

about 1 month ago

Ada

Turkey

5

Working with kai was my first volunteering experience in worldpackers and I learned a lot and had so much fun. He is a really nice, understanding and a respectful person as long as you keep your promise and stay on the schedule!

about 2 months ago

Kayla

United States

5

Wonderful place to experience Japan outside the big cities and still meet people, both locals and travelers! Kai was a very considerate host and it was fun meeting & speaking with the English students. Work is part renovation of the new place (say hi to the cat!) and part teaching English & hours are respected.

about 2 months ago

Luiza

United Kingdom

5

I had an amazing time with Kai! He was a very kind and thoughtful host - I had lots of good conversations with him and the other volunteers while eating at the table. I truly hope that our paths meet again in the future. The whole experience was great, I will say that the work at the new house was tougher then I expected! Teaching the english students was so fun and I made friends with them. Make sure to check your dates for when you want to go explore areas near Tokyo, as it is far without car. I would suggest staying the night in Tokyo and coming back the next morning to be able to enjoy!

2 months ago

Emil

Sweden

5

Staying with Kai-san was an absolute treat-- He's super kind and eager to hear new suggestions. My time with him and the other volunteer gave me a whole bunch of new insights into caring for Japanese homes and how English is taught in Japan. :) The outdoor gym was an added bonus!

4 months ago

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