Volunteer

Unlike regular work, I want to spend time with plants out in the soil.

I want to have a good, slow conversation about how vegetables are grown.

I want to eat delicious food.

We welcome those who come to help in the fields with all kinds of motivations.

Eligibility
Applicants must be junior high school age or older.
※Those accompanied by small children will be guided to a separate agricultural experience program.

Available Days
Every Wednesday
(For repeat participants, Fridays are also available)
Cancelled in case of rain
In March and April, weekday availability upon consultation

Clothing and Items to Bring
Rubber boots (or shoes you don’t mind getting dirty), long-sleeved shirts and long pants, work gloves, water bottle (plastic bottles not allowed), hat, towel
※ Please change into your work clothes before coming.

Location
6-47-30 Nagasawa, Yokosuka City

By train and bus: From YRP Nobii Station, take buses "No. 1" or "No. 2" and get off at the "Kawaharada" bus stop. It’s a 5-minute walk from the bus stop.
(If your farm help starts at 9:00 AM, the 8:38 AM bus is convenient.)

※ The location is somewhat difficult to find. Please check the video on the Access page before visiting.
※ On Fridays (for repeat visitors only), pickup is available at Keikyu Nagasawa Station (meet at the station at 8:30 AM).
※ During the off-season period (February to April), pickup may be available if timing allows. Please inquire when contacting us.

Time
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, or 9:00 AM to noon, which works best for us.
※ In summer, work may take place early in the morning from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with breakfast provided.

Meals
If you work until the afternoon, lunch will be provided. Please let us know in advance if you require vegan options or have any allergies.
※ No meat will be served.

Other Information
・Since this is a small farm, the tasks vary considerably.
・Depending on the season and work hours, you may receive surplus or second-grade vegetables as a gift. (Sometimes none are available depending on timing)
・There is a bio-toilet on site, but please use the restroom beforehand.
・If you want to purchase any vegetables on the day, please let us know in advance. Since the fields are spread out, we will prepare them ahead of time.

How to Contact Us
Please contact us using the form below at least one week in advance.

 









     

     

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