Recently, resort work in Japan has become a popular way for many foreigners to ski Japan, and experience the Japanese culture too. If you're interested in coming to work at a ski resort in Japan, below you should be able to find the answers to any questions you may have. We hope you find this information useful!How much will a resort work program cost me?You have to pay for your own airfare and travel insurance. Expect to pay around USD$1,500 for everything.Do I need to pay a registration fee for ski jobs in Japan?No - as long as you complete your contract, you don't pay any fees.Will I really need $4,000 for the visa application?The actual amount depends on your country, but at the time you apply for your Working holiday visa you must show that you have a few thousand dollars available in your bank account. The visa office wants to see that you have sufficient funds to pay for your airfare and support yourself while in Japan. You'll need to submit a bank statement as proof.How will I be paid?Once you arrive, you'll be shown how to open a Japanese bank account, into which your salary will be paid monthly. Banks are located near the resorts, so withdrawing money won't be a problem.Will I be paying tax?According to Japanese law, all foreigners must pay 20% income tax.Will I need to work overtime?Yes. During the busy holiday periods (Xmas/New year break, Jul-Aug Summer vacation), your resort will ask you to work overtime, as they tend to be understaffed around this time. After the busy period though, things quieten down a lot, and you'll have about 6-7 days-off a month, working a standard 44-48hr week.I'm a Vegetarian / diabetic / allergic to dairy foods - will that be a problem?Unfortunately, resorts can't cater to specific dietary needs (vegetarian, diabetic etc). If you're particular about your diet, you'll need to buy your own food each day (as staff aren't permitted to use dorm kitchen facilities to prepare their own food).Will I have internet access?Ski jobs in Japan give you a taste of rural life - you won't be living in the big city. The air will be fresh, the nature vast, and the scenery spectacular. On the other hand, you may have to walk 20 mins to the nearest convenience store, and use a public phone because there's no internet access nearby. You'll never have to go too far (more than say 30 mins), but at some resorts, you may have to travel, or pay a little, for internet access.What happens if I have an accident?All ski and summer jobs staff must have valid travel insurance for the entire period of their contracts, so in case of an accident, you're completely covered by your insurance policy for the costs. You'll also be covered by "rousai" Japanese work insurance while on the job.Will I need to buy my own ski gear, or can I just rent at the resort?We recommend you rent ski gear, as it's convenient, and if you're lucky, you'll get a good staff discount from your resort! Buying and bringing your own board/skis over on the plane can be expensive if you exceed baggage allowances, and can be troublesome to carry around.What kind of protective gear will I need for skiing/boarding?Unfortunately, each year a few staff are injured as a result of a snowboarding or skiing accident, and are forced to give up their ski jobs in Japan. The most common injuries are to the head and wrists. Fortunately, these injuries can be easily prevented by two simple items of safety gear - a helmet and wrist guards.How long is a Japanese Working holiday visa valid for?A Japanese Working holiday visa is initially valid for 6 months, but can be extended up to a total of 12 months (18 months for Australians!). To extend your visa, you'll have to visit your nearest immigration office, fill out some paperwork, and pay a JPY4,000yen (USD$35) processing fee.Can I get another Japanese Working holiday visa in the future?No, you can only get a Japanese Working holiday visa once. If you want to return to Japan to work/live in the future though, you can. Like many foreigners do, you can enter Japan on a 3-month Tourist visa, then get sponsored by a Japanese company (eg. English language school), at which point you'll receive a 1 or 3 year Working visa.Can the resort sponsor me for a visa?No, unfortunately, they can't offer visa sponsorship. A company has to guarantee you a job for 12 months continuously, in order to provide sponsorship. As ski jobs in Japan are only seasonal, this isn't possible.
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