We are now accepting requests for dates from 【22nd October】. +1more wwoofer-san.
The minimum stay is 2 weeks.

Hello, this is Hitomi.
Thank you for checking my profile.

Before I explain about my place, I’d like to let you know that there are some differences between other wwoofing places.
In here I mostly need your help in kitchen preparation, serving/ explaining 7 courses fine dishes and communication with foreigner hikers who walks Kumanokodo world heritage in Wakayama prefecture.
So if you already have experience working in kitchen/cafe/bar/restaurant or are interested in helping cooking preparations, talking with guests in English and making good vibes through your communication would be super great.

Also I’ll be setting up a bigger regenerative organic vegetable garden and I may ask for your help with that.
We are looking for individuals who are healthy in body/mind, mentally independent, and able to appreciate the simple joys of rural life.

The house built in the traditional Japanese architectural style. In the garden, there is a weeping cherry tree(SAKURA) that is approximately 300 years old, which we care for together with the local community. We do not use any chemical pesticides or insecticides.

The house is a guesthouse for hikers walking the Kumano Kodo, a UNESCO World Heritage pilgrimage route.

In the high season, many hikers come to our garden for drinks and short break.
So we’ll have quite busy afternoon time for serving drinks, checking-in and preparing dinner.
For meals, we try to use local organic vegetables, seasonal fish, and pesticide-free produce herbs from our garden as much as possible.

Our team motto is "Be professional, Be friendly but respectful, Create good vibes."


If you would like to utilize your cooking skills while learning Japanese culinary techniques, help with maintaining the Japanese garden or tending to the fields, or learn about Japanese hospitality and housekeeping, we would be happy to have you join us.

Uniforms consist of a traditional "samue" outfit.

On your days off or free time, you can enjoy hiking the Kumano Kodo.
There is a bus stop just 1 minute away, and you can easily access hot springs, shrines, and the city. A small supermarket is nearby. Please note that because we are in a remote area, you won't be able to buy things at any time like you would in the city.

Meals will be prepared with whatever ingredients we have on hand. Please purchase your own personal items or snacks. Showers are available during the daytime.

This opportunity is not suitable for those simply looking for a place to eat and sleep for free. We value communication with the local community, guests, and fellow staff members.

We are looking for individuals who can follow the house rules and interact with others in a friendly, respectful, and positive manner. If you are unable to do so, this position will not be a good fit for you.


Daily Schedule
*We have house rules/ Job manual book.
We’ll show you it when you come here!

Morning:
Help room cleaning/ laundry after guests check-out.
Have breakfast
Free time

Afternoon (around 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM):
Assist with cooking and plating, Serving drinks, checking-in support, customer service, gardening.
*Mostly in English.
*In the high season, many hikers come to our garden for drinks and short break.
So we’ll have quite busy afternoon time for serving drinks, checking-in and preparing dinner.
*I’d like to give you short break in afternoon.
Have staff dinner around 5:30 PM
Dinner serving for staying guests from 18:30- till around 20:30
Lights out at 9:00 PM
After lights out, please spend the time quietly in your room.

We have wifi 24 hours.
There is a small house in the back yard which is just 1m from the guesthouse.
We have beds, blankets and pillows in the room. You can sleep in there with a cat Mu-chan.

Appreciate you for taking time to read instructions.
Looking forward to hearing from you:)

Hitomi