There are so many things to see in Japan that no matter what kind of personality you have, you will be kept captivated and entertained. From the modern to the traditional, the conservative to the eccentric, Japan has everything on offer and it’s just waiting to be explored!
Sometimes when I travel back to Japan from a quick trip home to see family I get talking to the person next to me on the plane. Their eyes are bright and they’re super excited. It is their first time to Japan and they can’t wait to start their holiday! Then I ask them, “How long will you stay in Japan”. The reply is often the same. “Oh, I couldn’t get much time off work/school so I’ll only be there a few days”. My reaction is always the same; disappointment.
There are so many things to see in Japan, and there’s so much to do that a few days is simply not enough to even scratch the surface! A Working Holiday however allows you to live and work in Japan for anywhere from a few weeks, to a year, and to see and experience so much more! Australian citizens are lucky. They are eligible for up to 18 months on a Working Holiday Visa. AWHV is the best way to see the things Japan has on offer, while experiencing the culture, as opposed to just witnessing it.
Resort Work is a great way to start a Working Holiday. Because Resorts are in popular tourist destinations, there is always plenty to do and see in the surrounding areas, and living and working with your fellow Japanese staff, you will improve your Japanese, and gain a deeper understanding of the culture. In winter at the Ski Resorts you would have the chance to carve up some of the worlds best snow, and in summer swim in a sea bustling with coral and tropical sea life. The Nagano Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji, Nozawa Onsen, Shuri Castle, and the Chiraumi Aquarium are just a few of the things to see near Resorts that spring to mind.
After a season of Resort Work, and equipped with the language, cultural understanding, and new Japanese friends, you’ll be ready to step out and explore the rest of Japan! Tokyo Tower, Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Hiroshima Peace Dome, Tokyo Disneyland, Himeji Castle… the list goes on! So what are you waiting for? Get ready to see all the things Japan can offer by working at a Resort in Japan this year!