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Volunteer Abroad in Japan | United Planet
Step back in time to the Edo Period of Japan, a time of peace and international openness. You'll volunteer in Okazaki, an old castle town with scenic views and fascinating attractions. Known for its traditional culture dating back thousands of years, Japan continuously modernizes along with the rest of the world in technology, fashion, cuisine, and daily life. As a volunteer, you can choose fr...
Step back in time to the Edo Period of Japan, a time of peace and international openness. You'll volunteer in Okazaki, an old castle town with scenic views and fascinating attractions. Known for its traditional culture dating back thousands of years, Japan continuously modernizes along with the rest of the world in technology, fashion, cuisine, and daily life. As a volunteer, you can choose from working with children in a local education setting, assisting at a tea plantation for the entire tea-making process, or helping at a local artisan's workshop.
Program Highlights
Have an opportunity to assist in a local artisan’s workshop, where artists make traditional drums known as "taiko", confectionaries, and handicrafts using techniques firing.
Receive 4 hours of Japanese lessons with the opportunity to add more.
Benefit from a program that includes a local homestay, two home-cooked meals per day, welcome and farewell dinners, and a tour of Okazaki.
Indulge and learn about the local cuisine of Okazaki.
Meet Naoko Jin, your country coordinator.
Quick Details
- Okazaki, Japan
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Agriculture
- Childcare & Children
- Community Development
- Culture
- Education
- See more
- All Nationalities
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Program Details
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Locations
- Okazaki , Japan
Types & Subjects
- Agriculture
- Childcare & Children
- Community Development
- Culture
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Welcome Dinner
- Language Lessons
Accomodation Options
- Home-stays
Salary & Compensation
No Salary
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- In-Person Interview when Feasible
- Online Application
- Letters of Reference
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