Farmstay 南アルプス市, Japan

4.5
(40 reviews)40

Help us on our fruit plantation farm in Japan! :) :)

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Connect with international travelers
36 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with nature
35 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

28h

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.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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What you get

3

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Team Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
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
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Mar
Stay at least
1 week

The Experience

We are looking for volunteers from April to October every year. For those who have international driver's permits will be much appreciated. We usually do a short interview from mid of January to let us know each other more. So volunteers can ask any questions about farm stay here during the interview. Kindly send your request for farm stay as volunteers if you are interested help at our farm.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate 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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40 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Farmstay

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 36 Meeting international travelers
  • 35 Get in touch with nature
  • 29 Immersing in the local culture
  • 26 Meeting locals
  • 19 Learning about sustainability
  • 19 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 26 15. Life on land
  • 20 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 10 4. Quality education
  • 9 11. Sustainable cities and communities
Jia Heng

Singapore

5

The meals prepared by Cham and Kazu were delicious, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Kazu-san was very kind, caring, and welcoming throughout my stay. They always made sure that me and the other volunteers are comfortable, well-fed, and enjoying our time here.

29 days ago

Domantas

Lithuania

5

This was such nice experience, 4 weeks. Here you can feel morel local Japan, while still on off days exploring beautiful,“touristy” places around. Kazu is very friendly host, who can teach you about fruit growing and japanese culture in general. Also Cham's cooking is delicious. I recommend this stay to those who wants to see Japan's nature and experience their culture themselves. Thank you🙌😁

about 1 month ago

Rebekka

Germany

5

If you like being in nature, connecting with people and enjoying the simple things, the farm Orchards is the perfect place. Kazu-san and his wife Cham are kind and caring people, and the work is well balanced, nice and steady. It's great to spend the days outside, learn more about farming in Japan, and of course eat lots of fresh fruit along the way. The three days off you get are perfect for relaxing, exploring the beautiful surroundings, spending time with the other volunteers, or simply taking it easy. Two weeks were barely enough ...

3 months ago

rachel

Singapore

5

My time at the farm Orchards was fruitful! We were involved in different activities, particularly weed whacking and grape cutting. Hours and tasks were thoroughly laid out to set clear expectations. the farm Orchards is situated in a beautiful area; seeing Mount Fuji as the sun rises is an experience like no other. Kazu san and Cham san are lovely hosts who went to great lengths to ensure our comfort, often bringing us to nearby places (including the onsen!) and teaching us about their way of life. To Kazu san, thank you for the opportunity and your hospitality! - Rachel and Tessa

5 months ago

Tessa

Singapore

5

Overall is a good learning experience although the tasks given are quite mundane. The scenery is beautiful especially mount fuji. Kazu and Cham san provided us with nutritious meals and we get to enjoy some fruits currently in season. We had good time interacting with fellow volunteers too.

5 months ago

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