📍 Japan (Various Ski Resorts)

📅 Winter Season: November - April

⏳ Contract Length: 3-4 Months

💰 Paid Seasonal Employment

🎿 Working Holiday Visa Holders (Ages 18–30)

The Opportunity:

Ever dreamed of spending a winter in Japan's legendary powder snow? Winter Work Japan offers the chance to live and work at some of Japan's most sought-after ski resorts while experiencing an unforgettable cultural adventure. Spend your days working in a vibrant resort environment and your days off skiing, snowboarding, exploring local towns, and making friends from around the world.

Whether you're looking for a gap year experience, a career break, or simply an adventure unlike any other, this programme combines work, travel, and snow sports in one incredible package. Winter Work Japan will connect you with Japanese employers and resorts to hopefully find your Winter placement match - your salary will be paid by the employers directly.

What Job You'll Be Doing:

Depending on your resort placement, responsibilities may include:

Hospitality and guest services
Housekeeping
Food & beverage services
Kitchenhand
Waitstaff
Chef or Cook
Barista or Cafe
Front desk and reception support
Shuttle Driver
General Hospitality or Customer Service Positions

Particular job roles not guaranteed, positions are based on your experience and chosen by the employers/resorts directly.

What's Included in Programme Cost:

✅ Pre-arranged winter job placement & subsidised staff housing during contract*

✅ Working Holiday Visa support and guidance

✅ Pre-departure online session

✅ 3-night arrival orientation in Tokyo

✅ Local emergency support throughout your stay in Japan

✅ Opportunity to meet and connect with other participants

*Contract length differs by employer, typically 3-4 month contracts. Staff accommodation usually shared hostel-style housing, taken out of monthly salary by employer.

What We're Looking For:

Aged 18-30 years old*
Eligible for Japan's Working Holiday Visa
Hold a UK or Irish passport
Available to work by 7th December 2026 and until at least 15th March 2027 (note some resorts start as early as November and finish as late as April, more availability means more resort opportunities for you)
Available for at least 7 months for your intended travel period on the Working Holiday Visa (visa up to 12 months)
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Adaptable and open to new experiences
Hospitality or Customer service experience is a bonus but not essential

*Please note 18-19 year old participants will typically be considered for housekeeping or kitchenhand roles, dependant on experience.

Winter Work Japan Programme Costs:

Visit our website for full cost information.

Apply Today

Ready to turn your winter into the adventure of a lifetime? Join Winter Work Japan and spend your season working, living, and skiing in Japan. Apply now through our website. Applications for this 2026/27 Winter close at the end of August.

The Winter Work Japan programme is managed by AIFS Australia and promoted by the team behind Camp America.

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