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Seren Taun Ciasmara: Experience Sundanese Culture Together

Ireland

Language(s) I would like to learn : Spanish

Walking with llamas.

Navegando en mar de flor de lotos

Language(s) I could teach : English

The pie made us smile

SUMMER 2026: June/July in IBIZA. SEPT 26 to JAN 27: Don't travel. 2027: Between January and May, I would like to travel to Bocas del Toro (Panamá).Maybe northern Colombia too.Minimum stay:2 months

Hi! My name is Kai, and I'm a 21-year-old university student from Japan. I’m currently taking a gap year and working as an intern at a trading company in Singapore. This experience has allowed me to meet people from different backgrounds and has made me even more interested in learning about cultures and ways of life around the world. The main reason I joined Workaway is that I want to experience everyday life in different countries, not just as a tourist but as someone who lives and works with local people. I believe that sharing daily life and helping each other is one of the best ways to understand different cultures and gain new perspectives on life. I hope these experiences will inspire me and help shape my own future. I would describe myself as friendly, responsible, kind, and someone who enjoys taking initiative. I always try to do my best in any task I’m given, and I value teamwork and open communication. If I make a commitment, I take it seriously. I have worked in the restaurant industry in Japan for about three years, where I learned cooking, customer service, and how to work efficiently as part of a team. I have also interned at a law office and am now gaining international business experience in Singapore. Volunteering has always been important to me. I taught karate to children at a U.S. military base in Japan, participated in fundraising activities for earthquake relief while in high school, and later joined the YMCA to support foreign residents living in Japan. Through these experiences, I learned the importance of patience, understanding, and helping others. I enjoy reading, surfing, camping, and all kinds of sports. I have experience with karate, basketball, futsal, and surfing, and I like staying active. Because I regularly work out, I’m also happy to help with physical tasks, farming, or outdoor work. Although English is not my first language, I can communicate comfortably in everyday situations and always enjoy meeting new people. I’m especially interested in learning about farming, animal care, local traditions, and spending time with children—experiences that are very different from life in Tokyo. In return, I would love to share Japanese culture, language, and my own experiences with you. I believe the best relationships are built on mutual respect and a spirit of give and take. Most importantly, you can count on me to work hard, stay positive, and contribute wherever I can. Thank you for reading my profile. I’m excited to meet wonderful people, learn from new experiences, and create meaningful memories together!

Hi, I’m Alessandra. I’m 19 years old and I come from Italy. My twin sister and I would really like to do volunteer experiences around the world. We love animals very much, traveling, exploring new cultures, meeting new people, and learning new languages.