Forester Working Holiday in Japan: Plant Trees & Earn ¥150-200k

Looking for forestry jobs in Japan that pay well and let you explore off-the-beaten-path towns? The Forester Working Holiday Program is a one-year opportunity to plant trees, earn ¥150,000–¥200,000 per month, and immerse yourself in rural Japan life.

Nosuta has teamed up with the International Forestry Students’ Association (IFSA) to exclusively offer this to IFSA member.

Dont worry about the logistics, we will provide dormitory housing, visa guidance, hands-on training, and weekend freedom to discover hot springs, shrines, and mountain trails.

Planting Season Start April 2026

Apply Now – Limited 2026 Places

• Earn a Competitive Salary – ¥150k–¥200k/month plus overtime for seasonal forestry projects.
• Subsidized Housing – Furnished dormitory with WIFI, utilities and shared kitchen.
• Authentic Countryside Japan – Work in cedar and cypress forests, relax in local onsens, join harvest festivals.
• Career-Boosting Experience – Add international forestry work and Japanese teamwork skills to your résumé.
• Global Community – Connect with IFSA students and Nosuta’s professional network across Asia-Pacific.
• Easy Access to Big City - wanted to go downtown to go to Donki? We got that covered, FUKUOKA city is only a 60-minute drive from the dorm.

Program Snapshot

• Duration: 12 months under Japan’s Working Holiday Visa scheme.
• Main Job: Tree-planting, seedling care, and light site maintenance—no heavy logging.
• Locations: Fukuoka prefecture.
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 hours/day; might be longer during summer and shorter during winter; weekends free for travel.
• Eligibility: Age 18–30, passport from a WHV partner country; Valid home-country driving licence is optional but physically fit for outdoor work is mandatory.

Discover Rural Japan While Supporting Sustainable Forestry

Urban hotspots like Tokyo and Osaka get all the press, but rural Japan offers a different kind of adventure—fresh air, close-knit communities, and landscapes that change dramatically with each season. By joining our forester working holiday you’ll live where Japan’s famous cedar and cypress are grown, help local cooperatives replant after harvests, and learn sustainable silviculture practices. From mist-shrouded valleys in Kyushu to hillside tea fields in Shizuoka, you’ll gain insider access to regions most tourists never see—all while earning a solid salary and strengthening Japan’s green future.

Eligibility & Visa Guidance

To join, you must:

1. Hold a passport from a country with a Working Holiday Visa for Japan program.
2. Be 18–30 years old (some countries 18–25).
3. Speak conversational English (basic Japanese helpful).
4. Be able to perform outdoor forestry tasks safely.
5. Own a current driving licence in your home country (is a plus, but not mandatory)

Application Process

• Online Form (5 min) – Tell us about your forestry interest and upload a résumé.
• Screening Call – Meet Nosuta & IFSA coordinators; get your questions answered.
• WHV Paperwork – Receive our step-by-step Working Holiday checklist.
• Orientation in Japan – Move into your dorm, attend forestry safety training, start work.

Ready? Apply now and secure your spot in our 2026 tree-planting program in Japan.

FAQ

• Do I need prior forestry experience?
• No—just enthusiasm and physical stamina. We provide on-site training.
• Is the salary enough to live on?
• Yes. Rural living costs are low, and housing/utilities are subsidized.
• Can I travel throughout Japan?
• Absolutely. Weekends and national holidays are free for exploration.

Plant Your Future in Japan Today

Limited slots are available for the 2025 intake of our Forester Working Holiday Program. Click below to start your journey into Japan’s forests—and into a year you’ll never forget.

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