On March 11, 2011, Japan experienced one the most devastating natural events in its history when a magnitude 9.0 earthquake hit off the coast of northeastern Japan. More than 14,949 are confirmed dead and more than 9,880 people are still missing. We don't see the disastrous situation on TV as often as before here in the U.S.A. but until now countless residents are still having tough times, spending nights at shelters, and putting all their efforts into the recovery of their towns and homes. A lot of people all over the world may be thinking what they can do for Japan? The cleanup areas are huge and the manpower needs are seemingly endless. Here is your chance. Our "Volunteer in Japan" effort makes it possible for you to actually help with your own two hands. The program is only a weekend long but your contribution will be remembered for a lifetime. This volunteer work is serious and challenging. We ask that your participation to help be heartfelt. People with a half-hearted or voyeuristic attitude should not sign up for this effort. You must be at least 18 years of age to participate.
DATE: TBA
Price: TBA*
* International airfare NOT included. Click here to check for current special offers.
(Destination Japan managed by H.I.S. International Tours is a for-profit company but we are offering this Basic Volunteer Opportunity portion at no profit in an effort to help Japan)
ITINERARY
DAY1 (FRI): TOKYO - MIYAGI
Free at your leisure for whole day until 09:30 pm
9:30 pm - Your volunteer mission starts!
Depart from Tokyo at 9:30 pm.
Meet with other volunteer members at the designated meeting place. (You need to go to the meeting spot on your own. We will provide clear directions)
Transfer to Miyagi prefecture by a chartered van or a bus.
English speaking staff will accompany you.
Spend overnight on the bus - bring a pillow. (NO JOKE!)
DAY2 (SAT): MIYAGI
Helping for a good cause
Get breakfast and lunch on your own at Service Area on the highway before getting to the destination in Miyagi prefecture.
Early morning - Arrive at a disaster area.
Volunteer work for a whole day. You will be working in Ishinomaki city or other area, which is 150km (93 miles) away from the nuclear plants in Fukushima. (well outside the U.S. embassy 50 mile restricted area radius)
3:00 pm - End of the work and transfer to your accommodation.
Early evening - Arrive at
Enjoy soaking in the onsen (hot-springs) and relieve your tired and sore muscles.
Dinner will be provided at your accommodation.
NOTE: You will be sharing a room with other volunteer members (2-6 people, separate rooms for males and females) and sleeping on the floor on a Japanese-style futon. Bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper! For alternate accommodations and meal plans, please contact us.
DAY3 (SUN): MIYAGI - TOKYO
Finish up and return to Tokyo
Breakfast at your accommodation.
Transfer to Volunteer Center at Ishinomaki or Oshika peninsula area.
9:00 am - Volunteer work starts.
Lunch on your own.
1:00 pm – End of the volunteer work.
Transfer back to Tokyo (Approx. 7 hours)
Stop by the rest area for lunch on the way back about an
hour. You may able to take a quick bath at a public bath facility
(JPY 500)
8:00 pm - Volunteer group disbands at Tokyo. (Arrival time may change due to the traffic condition)
Back to your hotel or home on your own
-If you have any additional travel needs for hotels, tours, Japan Rail passes, etc..., please contact us .
Our rates are VERY competitive.
INCLUDED:
- Transportation between Tokyo and Volunteer site by a chartered van or bus
- One (1) night accommodation at Hotel Taikanso or similar, sharing a room with other volunteer members in Miyagi
- Stay one (1) overnight on the bus
- One (1) breakfast (Day 3,) One (1) dinner (Day 2)
- An English speaking staff during the volunteer opportunity (Basically from Day 1 at 09:30 pm to Day 3 at 8:00 pm)
NOT INCLUDED:
- Domestic & International transportation between Tokyo and your gateway city.
- Ground transportation other than those specified above or notified by your agent
- Meals unless specified above or notified by your agent
- Insurance (Highly recommended to purchase)
- Individual expenses
MUST BRING FOR YOUR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY:
Work Clothes
- Heavy duty working clothes - Coverall is recommended but not a must.
- Clothes with long sleeves and long pants – the stronger the material the better.
- Hand towels (face cloth) for personal needs and quick clean up.
- NO jeans, shorts, or T-shirts are to be worn during volunteer times.
Bottled Water
- Your own drinking water.
Gears (Rental option is available at $58.00)
- Rain boots with steel insoles
- Rubber gloves
- Helmet
- Dust mask
- Dust proof of goggles
REMARKS:
- This 3-day Basic Volunteer Oppotunity is handled and operated by NTA.
- Please read the terms and conditions carefully.
- Minimum Participant(s): 8 persons
- Due to the changing needs within the volunteer area, there may be a chance that we need to cancel or make changes to the planned volunteer activity.
- You are free to extend your trip to Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Okinawa and Hokkaido or other parts of Japan or even beyond Japan can be arranged. We can also arrange your Hotel, Japan Rail Pass, Japan Air Pass, and Day Tours.
- Insurance is not included but highly recommended to purchase.
- You must sign a liability waiver prior to embarking on the volunteer effort.
- Please ask your agent for more information or details.
For more information or further questions, please contact us at :
TOLL FREE (within the U.S.): 1-877-DT-JAPAN (1-877-385-2726)
or
Click the icon below to request online.