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h61912
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Region
Chubu
Prefecture
Niigata
City/Town/Village (Romaji)
itoigawasi
User ID
61912
Host
Username
h61912
City/Town/Village (Japanese)
糸魚川市
Host Type
Vegetable Farm
Vegetable Gardens
Nature Guide
Sightseeing Business
Other Host Type (Japanese)
Other Host Type (English)
Activities
General Organic Farming
Natural Farming
Sustainable Farming
Vegetable Farming
A Farm for Tourism
Living Self-Sufficiently
Worm Compost
Using Well Water
Making Mountain Paths
Forestry and the Use of Timber
Environmental Education
Making Japanese Pickles
Traditional Local Japanese Cooking
Roadside Store Selling Food Directly to the Public
Selling Natural Food
Tea Ceremony
Walking to Enjoy Nature
Swimming in the Ocean (In Season)
Walking in the Bush
Organic Production
70 to 90% organic
Organic Certification
Not Applicable
Certification Details
Organic Lifestyle
We have an organic attitude of sorts, but we do not go out of our way to be organic or alternative, rather, we do what suits us at the time
Example of Lifestyle (Japanese)
荒廃している農地の保全活動をしている。自然を大切にし、大地からの恩恵を受けた生活。物を大切に長く使うようにしている。
Example of Lifestyle (English)
Diet
General diet including meat and fish
We cook mainly Japanese meals
We may eat pre-made foods from supermakets and department stores
We may buy obento (lunch boxes) at convenience stores and supermarkets
We may eat fast food such as McDonald’s and KFC, etc.
Alcoholic Drinks
We do not drink at all, there will not be an opportunity to drink so do not bring any
Do Host members smoke?
No, nobody smokes
Atmosphere
Near the sea
Near the mountains
Near a river
WWOOFers can walk here from the nearest public transportation, station / bus stop
Home and Work
Our home and our workplace are situated at different places and the atmosphere stated pertains to our home
Size
Within 660 square meters
Type of Home
Small House
Two Story House
Other Home Type (Japanese)
Other Home Type (English)
Spring Temperature
16度
Summer Temperature
35度
Autumn Temperature
16度
Winter Temperature
7度
Livestock
No
Type of Livestock
Other Livestock (Japanese)
Other Livestock (English)
Pets
Yes
Type of pets
Dog
Other Pets (Japanese)
Other Pets (English)
WWOOFer Acceptance Period
April
May
June
July
September
October
Duration of Stay
One Night
A Few Days
WWOOFers at a Time
One Only
WWOOFers Per Year
5 to 20
When two or more WWOOFers are traveling together, the Host prefers:
Accepting Children
It is not possible
Preferred WWOOFer Traits
WWOOFers of any age
We prefer Japanese WWOOFers
We prefer WWOOFers who can speak Japanese
WWOOFers who have much physical strength
WWOOFers who are interested in farming
WWOOFers who like nature
WWOOFers who are interested in environmental issues
WWOOFers who are interested in living in a rural area
WWOOFers who like outdoor sports
WWOOFers who can do carpentry
Active WWOOFers
Cheerful WWOOFers
WWOOFers who have a happy smile
Honest WWOOFers
Responsible WWOOFers
Independent WWOOFers
WWOOFers who have aspirations
WWOOFers who can be patient
WWOOFers who can be cooperative
WWOOFers who can undertake activities without supervision
WWOOFers who are interested in producing quality outcomes
WWOOFers who can get up early in the morning
WWOOFers who have no dislikes about eating and food
WWOOFers who do not dislike insects
WWOOFers who can be fine with humid hot summer
WWOOFers who can drive manual cars
Healthy WWOOFers
WWOOFers who do not have any animal allergies
WWOOFers who do not have allergy to eggs
WWOOFers who do not have dust allergy
Other Preferred Traits (Japanese)
Other Preferred Traits (English)
WWOOFer Tasks
General farming
Weeding
Gathering grass
Seeding
Planting seedlings in the ground
Harvesting
Watering
Managing vegetable / rice fields
Chopping wood
Carrying logs
Cultivation of farm land
Shipping goods
Packing
Supporting deliveries
Maintaining forest in the mountains / bush
Cleaning
Supporting camping grounds
Cooking
Washing the dishes
General housework
Making flower gardens
Maintaining tools & equipment
Building houses
Repairing houses
Painting
Helping farm / environmental experience courses
Taking dogs for a walk
Pruning trees
Processing food
Other Tasks (Japanese)
Other Tasks (English)
Volunteer Hours
WWOOFers have to volunteer longer hours as the our workers or trainees do. However, we think WWOOFers can learn many things through undertaking activities at our place, and so we think it is equal and fair
WWOOFer Accommodations
In a room in the house where the Host family live
In a house separate from the main house
In a WWOOFer & worker house (building)
In a traditional Japanese Tatami mat room
Using a Japanese futon
One big room for several WWOOFers
Other Accommodations (Japanese)
Other Accommodations (English)
Eating Arrangements
With other WWOOFers, trainees, etc.
Other Eating Arrangements (Japanese)
Other Eating Arrangements (English)
Vegetarian Meals
It is not possible
Is smoking permitted?
No
Computer Use
No
Internet for WWOOFers
No
Interaction/Communication with WWOOFers
We are normally busy and therefore cannot spend much time with WWOOFers. We want them to find out about things and learn with our staff or visitors or the other WWOOFers
Must WWOOFer speak Japanese?
Yes
Languages Spoken
Japanese
Other Languages (Japanese)
Other Languages (English)
Message To WWOOFers In Japanese
農作業は70代おばあさんと主にします。スタッフが1名いることもありますが、いないことも多い。山は住宅から車で15分ほど離れています。
関係者以外人の入らぬ山で、周囲は耕作放棄地です。でも自然豊かでそこにいれば、ほっとする癒しの山です。日帰り温泉に時々行きます。
Message To WWOOFers In English
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Id
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Firstname
Lastname
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Comment (Japanese)
雪解けとともに山菜が次々に顔を出していた山は、山菜も終盤になり草刈りの季節を迎えました。来春に向けてこれから山菜の山の整備をしていきます。お手伝いをしていただける方連絡ください。
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