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こんにちは。私の名前は日本人の吉川健司です。私は71歳です。
私は 2014 年に高校教師を退職しました。私は体育教師で、過去 6 年間は副校長を務めていました。私は旅行が好きで、自然も好きです。だから、学校から離れて自然と触れ合いたいと思ったんです。現在は国内外で農作業を中心にボランティア活動をしています。
私はすでにオーストラリアと台湾でボランティア活動を行っています。
私のワークアウェイ経験は、2018年、2019年にドイツ、2019年、2023年に台湾、2019年にフランスでした。それらは私にとって良い経験でした。ホストの皆さんは私にとても親切でした。
私は今英語を勉強しています。ですから、簡単な英語で教えていただければ、あなたの言っていることが理解できます。
趣味は音楽を聴くこと、歌を歌うこと、山菜採り、キノコ狩り、野鳥観察などです。私は自然がとても好きです。
そしてウェイトトレーニングをしています。私は体力維持のためにほぼ毎日フィットネスジムに通っています。
映画『鬼滅の刃 きめつのやいば』を観ました。鬼から人間を守る彼らの精神にとても感動しました。私はいくつかの日本のアニメが好きです。
ちなみに、私は努力家だとよく言われますが、私はそう思っていません。自分にできることをやるだけです。
私が好きなら、私はあなたを助けます。ありがとう。
Interests
HikingPlant carePetsFitnessCultureCooking & foodCharity workAnimalsAdventure sportsNatureMusicGardeningFarmingBeach
Languages spoken
Japanese: Fluent
English: Beginner
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Some knowledge of:
Languages
Teaching
More details about your skills
General farm working skills, Teaching fundamental skills of sports,like swimming, table tennis, Judo etc. Teaching Japanese
Age
71
What else ...
I would like to know your own culture. I have much curiosity about everything.
Of course, I like traveling, but I would like to really help you as possible.
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Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
nothingSpecial dietary requirements
nothing
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3 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Help with gardening, painting ...)
I worked for Siang's house for about one week. I painted the wall white. As he prepared some tools to paint completely, it was so easy to help. He was very kind to me. He always cared about me, so I was happy and I would like to do everything for him. His girlfriend was so kind as well. They took care of me so much. During my free time, they… read more
(Excellent
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3 May 2024
Left by host (Help with gardening, painting ...) for Workawayer (Kenji)
GREATEST GUEST + HELP TO HAVE!!!
Kenji-san is very calm, wise + energetic. His age makes him more thoughtful & detail, when it comes to planing before he starts a task. I needed help to paint few out door walls, which some part is linked to metal gates in different colour. He took the initiative ask for masking tape, to make sure it would not… read more
Kenji-san is very calm, wise + energetic. His age makes him more thoughtful & detail, when it comes to planing before he starts a task. I needed help to paint few out door walls, which some part is linked to metal gates in different colour. He took the initiative ask for masking tape, to make sure it would not… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Help make this a more ...)
I had been in this Garden Resort Homestay for one week.
My work was mainly sweeping fallen leaves on the aisle of the homestay. It took about one hour and half. It was so comfortable to get aisle clean.
Jasmond gave me small instructions about work, and I added some work everyday.
The work was easy and Jasmond was so kind to me.
He took me to… read more
My work was mainly sweeping fallen leaves on the aisle of the homestay. It took about one hour and half. It was so comfortable to get aisle clean.
Jasmond gave me small instructions about work, and I added some work everyday.
The work was easy and Jasmond was so kind to me.
He took me to… read more
(Excellent
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19 Feb 2024
Left by host (Help with cooking, cleaning, ...) for Workawayer (Kenji)
Kenji is just slightly younger than my mum, so I was very happy to have him stay with us. He showed my son how to make couple of Japanese dishes.
I appreciated the way Kenji tidied my front and back garden. He even helped me plant some vegetables.
Kenji is very fit, he was happy to find a gym near my house.
He is very resourceful, although he… read more
I appreciated the way Kenji tidied my front and back garden. He even helped me plant some vegetables.
Kenji is very fit, he was happy to find a gym near my house.
He is very resourceful, although he… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Help with cooking, cleaning, ...)
Thank you for accepting me, such an old man, Soo-san.
I thought I would do my best for her. I tided up her front garden. I cut many branches and weeded much grasses. She was so pleased and told me her thanks. I was very happy then.
She was always busy. She has 7 days work then, but she always took care of me. She cooked me for delicious foods,… read more
I thought I would do my best for her. I tided up her front garden. I cut many branches and weeded much grasses. She was so pleased and told me her thanks. I was very happy then.
She was always busy. She has 7 days work then, but she always took care of me. She cooked me for delicious foods,… read more
(Excellent
)
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3 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Help with gardening, painting ...)
I worked for Siang's house for about one week. I painted the wall white. As he prepared some tools to paint completely, it was so easy to help. He was very kind to me. He always cared about me, so I was happy and I would like to do everything for him. His girlfriend was so kind as well. They took care of me so much. During my free time, they… read more
(Excellent
)
3 May 2024
Left by host (Help with gardening, painting ...) for Workawayer (Kenji)
GREATEST GUEST + HELP TO HAVE!!!
Kenji-san is very calm, wise + energetic. His age makes him more thoughtful & detail, when it comes to planing before he starts a task. I needed help to paint few out door walls, which some part is linked to metal gates in different colour. He took the initiative ask for masking tape, to make sure it would not… read more
Kenji-san is very calm, wise + energetic. His age makes him more thoughtful & detail, when it comes to planing before he starts a task. I needed help to paint few out door walls, which some part is linked to metal gates in different colour. He took the initiative ask for masking tape, to make sure it would not… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Help make this a more ...)
I had been in this Garden Resort Homestay for one week.
My work was mainly sweeping fallen leaves on the aisle of the homestay. It took about one hour and half. It was so comfortable to get aisle clean.
Jasmond gave me small instructions about work, and I added some work everyday.
The work was easy and Jasmond was so kind to me.
He took me to… read more
My work was mainly sweeping fallen leaves on the aisle of the homestay. It took about one hour and half. It was so comfortable to get aisle clean.
Jasmond gave me small instructions about work, and I added some work everyday.
The work was easy and Jasmond was so kind to me.
He took me to… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Feb 2024
Left by host (Help with cooking, cleaning, ...) for Workawayer (Kenji)
Kenji is just slightly younger than my mum, so I was very happy to have him stay with us. He showed my son how to make couple of Japanese dishes.
I appreciated the way Kenji tidied my front and back garden. He even helped me plant some vegetables.
Kenji is very fit, he was happy to find a gym near my house.
He is very resourceful, although he… read more
I appreciated the way Kenji tidied my front and back garden. He even helped me plant some vegetables.
Kenji is very fit, he was happy to find a gym near my house.
He is very resourceful, although he… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Help with cooking, cleaning, ...)
Thank you for accepting me, such an old man, Soo-san.
I thought I would do my best for her. I tided up her front garden. I cut many branches and weeded much grasses. She was so pleased and told me her thanks. I was very happy then.
She was always busy. She has 7 days work then, but she always took care of me. She cooked me for delicious foods,… read more
I thought I would do my best for her. I tided up her front garden. I cut many branches and weeded much grasses. She was so pleased and told me her thanks. I was very happy then.
She was always busy. She has 7 days work then, but she always took care of me. She cooked me for delicious foods,… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Sep 2023
Left by host (Enthusiastic people welcome ...) for Workawayer (Kenji)
In his short staying, Kenji left quite an impression on us. He is living proof that age is just a number. Apart from that, he is always super kind and considerate. That's why we are more than happy to know him. I wish my best for him on his journey. Don't hesitate to open your place to Kenji.
(Excellent
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5 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Enthusiastic people welcome ...)
I had stayed at the farm for 2weeks in August. I had wonderful experiences through this farm life. The works were different everyday. I could enjoy seeding, carrying plants, harvesting nuts and so on.
Especially, volunteers from different countries were so fantastic. Everyone willingly helped cooking and cleaning. They were all kind to each… read more
Especially, volunteers from different countries were so fantastic. Everyone willingly helped cooking and cleaning. They were all kind to each… read more
(Excellent
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10 Aug 2023
Left by host (Join us to build a better ...) for Workawayer (Kenji)
Kenji left an indelible mark on my family through his unique style. His kindness and generosity resonated with everyone, exuding warmth and friendliness. Kenji’s strong work ethic was evident in his tireless efforts to support projects, always striving to go above and beyond. In addition to his hard work, he wowed us all with his culinary skills,… read more
(Excellent
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8 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Join us to build a better ...)
To Ozgur. Thank you for having me, I had great time with your happy family. Though I had stayed for about 3weeks, I couldn't work for about 10days. Because you took me to Eskishir where your family live. And you treated me like a guest. I was so happy. I thought that I would work hard as possible.
But extreme hot days lasted. I couldn't work… read more
But extreme hot days lasted. I couldn't work… read more
(Excellent
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11 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Come and learn about natural ...)
I had been staying at Host Steve house for 17days. It was great experience. Steve is very kind, active, social and honest person. When he usually asked me to help him, he always had his own responsibility for me. So I could always work heartly for him.My work is mainly weeding at the mountain farm which is 18km far from his house. Fram is on the… read more
(Excellent
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8 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Help with weeding and pruning ...)
I had a good experience for this week. Russel took care of me to go to the next city Limoux . And to come back home he gave me a piece of paper "Couiza" which means our hometown. So thanks to Russel I succeeded in hitch hiking, coming back home. He had me challenge to adventure. Thank you Russel. The work is a little bit hard but food is… read more
(Excellent
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8 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Kenji)
Kenji is such a lovely person, he is very respectful and polite and his work is fantastic. He was only here for a week and it would have been great to have hosted him for even longer. If you get the chance to host Kenji do not miss it, you will not regret one minute of his stay. I would be very happy to host Kenji again at any time, all the best… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Help us in our house and ...)
Jean Pierre and Sian, Thank you for your warm welcoming. Even though my stay is short for twelve days, I enjoyed it very much. You took me to the interresting cave of caves with ancient pictures. It was amazing. And also two beautiful concerts. I was moved very much.
Everyday life is so comfortable. Thank you Sian for your great, beautiful… read more
Everyday life is so comfortable. Thank you Sian for your great, beautiful… read more
(Excellent
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1 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Help us around the house near ...)
Ingrid and Hutz are very nice person. They showed me how German person is. Ingrid cooked very nice German food, I always ate a big dinner, and said "Lecker!!" Hutz is serious, ernset and humorous. Working with him he sometimes made me laugh. I always felt happy.
And they took me to various beautiful places by car. Mountains, Lakes, the beatiful… read more
And they took me to various beautiful places by car. Mountains, Lakes, the beatiful… read more
(Excellent
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1 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Kenji) for host
(Come and help in my wild ...)
My first workaway experience made me satisfied very much. Tatjana is a person who has much consideration. She always thinks how I work safely. So I could work pleasantly. And she is interested in foreing culture,then we held a Japanese tea ceremony that was simplified so much. I was very happy for her to have fun with it.
Thank you for your nice… read more
Thank you for your nice… read more
(Excellent
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9 Oct 2018
Left by host (Come and help in my wild ...) for Workawayer (Kenji)
I am very happy that Kenji choose to visit me, even if it was only for a few days. He is a wonderful person.
First I only noticed his politeness and his incredible work ethics (I couldn't make him stop!), but after a very short time the “cultural exchange aspect“ became more and more important. And during our free day Kenji even taught me a very… read more
First I only noticed his politeness and his incredible work ethics (I couldn't make him stop!), but after a very short time the “cultural exchange aspect“ became more and more important. And during our free day Kenji even taught me a very… read more
(Excellent
)
