Live and Learn in Authentic Japan

Dive into Japan like never before—live with a welcoming host family, volunteer in local communities, and explore Tango’s rugged coastlines, historic castles, and hidden gems. Every day is an adventure filled with culture, learning, and active experiences, and every moment is a chance to discover, grow, and create stories worth sharing.

What we offer

  • Two people sitting on a small boat on a lake with a floating dock in the background. The man on the left is wearing a gray cap, light blue shirt, gray shorts, and sandals, while the woman on the right is wearing a purple cap, black shirt, black pants, and red boots. Both are wearing gloves and smiling, with a motor and fishing gear visible on the boat.

    Immersive Volunteering Experiences

    Travel With a Purpose.

    Step beyond sightseeing and immerse yourself in meaningful experiences that give back. Our immersive volunteering journeys connect you with local communities, cultural traditions, and impactful projects—so every day is both an adventure and a chance to make a difference.

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  • A woman and a man on a boat on a lake, with mountains and a cloudy sky in the background. The woman is sitting at the front wearing a navy blue hat, black long-sleeve shirt, black leggings, and rubber boots. The man is sitting at the back, wearing a brown T-shirt, shorts, and a cap.

    Student Cultural Immersion

    A Safe and Enriching Experience.

    For over 10 years, our host has welcomed young adults from around the world into a safe, caring home. With global travel experience and a passion for cultural exchange, they provide the guidance, support, and warmth parents can trust—while giving students the chance to grow, explore, and thrive abroad.

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  • A house with a balcony, air conditioning units, and laundry hanging outside, situated behind a wooden dock with various items including ropes, crates, and a hat, next to a body of water under a clear blue sky.

    Homestays

    Discover. Taste. Explore.

    Discover Japan’s coastal heritage in the Tango area—wander historic castle towns, cycle along scenic seaside roads, sample fresh seafood, try your hand at traditional crafts, and soak in serene hot springs. Every activity connects you with the natural beauty and cultural richness of this hidden gem

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I’m a third-generation oyster farmer from Kumihama. Today, I live here with my family, continuing a tradition of coastal craftsmanship and heartfelt hospitality. For over 50 years, our family has operated a seaside guest house, welcoming travellers, students, and culture-seekers who want to experience Japan beyond the guidebooks. Since 2016, we’ve hosted more than 300 Airbnb families and 200 volunteers from around the world.

Your Host: Atsushi

Atsushi working on a floating fish farming platform with shelves of mussels and ropes, during overcast weather, with water and distant land in the background.
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Kumihama, Japan at sunset with hills and mountains in the background, a dock extending into the water, and partly cloudy sky with orange and pink hues.

Where you’ll stay

Kumihama Bay sits where mountains meet the Sea of Japan—quiet, blue, and beautifully local. Fishing boats drift past pine-lined shores, rice fields terrace the hills, and small shrines watch over the water. It’s authentic coastal Kyoto: slow mornings, fresh seafood, and warm community life.

Our traditional tatami rooms in our two-storey guesthouse, backing onto the calm waters of Kumihama Bay.

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A landscape featuring a lake with a forested hill or mountain in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Beach at sunset with dark clouds over hills in the background, gentle waves in the foreground
A rustic lakeside house with a wooden dock extending over calm water, mountains in the background, clouds in the sky at dusk, and a bird flying overhead.
A scenic view of a small town with houses along a river, surrounded by green mountains under a partly cloudy sky at sunset.
Scenic view of a large lake surrounded by hills, green fields, and distant buildings under a partly cloudy sky.
Scenic view of a river surrounded by lush green hills and mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
A traditional Japanese wooden house surrounded by tall trees and lush greenery, with a clear blue sky overhead.
A boat docked at a wooden pier on a lake with mountains in the background and a clear blue sky.
A serene sunset over a river with a mountain range in the background, a dock extending into the water, and a house on the right side of the image.
Traditional Japanese temple with wooden architecture, surrounded by greenery, under a partly cloudy sky.