English Exchange
Highlights
- Host conversation afternoons where locals can join on their own terms.
- And for you it’s a chance to learn about their life and culture.
- Expect to spend about 2 to 3 hours of conversation per day.
- Learn about local culture and explore the surroundings.
Especially good for
About the program
Help locals in Otaki village gaining more confidence and practice in speaking English to foreigners.
In a recently published English version of the Otaki tourist map, some shops and hotels are marked with a star to indicate that the owners speak some English. However, navigating without Japanese language skills remains challenging. Pride plays a significant role here. Hotels might refuse a ...
Typical day
- Breakfast
- You may occasionally be asked to join the local ‘primary school’
- Lunch
- Cultural or outdoor activities together wilt all participants in Otaki
- Be available for locals to come by for conversation
- Dinner
- Be available for locals to come by for a conversation
- Cultu
Free-time activities
Near Otaki…
Otaki is a nature lover’s paradise with many outdoor activities possible year round. Great place for skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking and kayaking on the lake. Major points of interest include: Mt. Ontake, Shintaki Waterfall and Tanoharatenen Park.
Hiking in Otaki Gorge: Embark on ...
Requirements
What's Included
What's NOT included?
Details on arrival
Arrival say is Sunday, if arriving Sat, and extra night is charged.
Program fees
Meet your organization
Involvement Volunteers IVI
Non-profit - founded in 1989
Verified by Volunteer World
Coordinated by
Lauren
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