Volunteer in Japan: 5 Opportunities

Find meaningful volunteer programs in Japan. Filter by category, duration, cost, and travel style.

Categories in Japan

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environment

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education

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community

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animals

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Programs in Japan

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Agricultural Volunteering in Otaki Village

GoEco · Otaki, Nagano, Japan

Assist local Japanese farmers with seasonal agricultural work including planting, harvesting, and crop maintenance. Participate in cultural activities like tea ceremonies, origami, hot springs, and traditional cooking. Traditional shared rooms and meals provided. Ages 21+.

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Alternative Education Teaching in Kyoto

GoEco · Kyoto, Japan

Support alternative schools in Kyoto offering flexible, personalised education. Assist with lessons, lead activities, and facilitate cultural exchanges. No Japanese required. Shared house in Kyoto with access to cultural and historical sites. 1–12 weeks, ages 21+.

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English Exchange & Cultural Immersion

GoEco · Otaki, Nagano, Japan

Improve locals' English through daily conversations and cultural exchange in Nagano, Japan. Activities include sushi preparation, hiking, origami, and hot springs. Traditional shared rooms and meals provided. Ages 21+.

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Dog & Cat Shelter Volunteer, Animal Refuge Kansai

Animal Refuge Kansai (ARK) · Nose, Osaka, Japan

Care for rescued dogs and cats at ARK's rural shelter in Osaka Prefecture, one of Japan's most established, foreigner-friendly animal welfare organizations. Work includes dog walking, socializing cats, and shelter cleaning. Free accommodation and kitchen access provided for volunteers staying more than a day.

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Food Bank Volunteer, Second Harvest Japan

Second Harvest Japan · Taito, Tokyo, Japan

Japan's first and largest food bank, based in Tokyo's Taito ward. Volunteers pick flexible 2.5 hour shifts preparing food in the Harvest Kitchen or packing and sending food parcels to families in need. No Japanese language required.