世界が180度変わる!?現役大学生が語る国際交流シェアハウスの魅力とは

いよいよ4月。新生活の季節ですね。心機一転、何か新しいことにチャレンジしてみたい!ちょっと自分を変えてみたい!なんて感じている大学生の方も多いのではないでしょうか。

今回は京都の西陣シェアハウスに入居中の現役大学生、ののかさんにインタビューしました。大学生となったことを機に、ボーダレスハウスでの国際交流シェアハウスを始めたののかさん。『英語力アップと世界中に外国人の友達を作ることが目標だった』と語るののかさんですが、国際シェアハウス生活を通じてその目標は達成できたのでしょうか?

また、『将来や進路に悩む大学生だからこそ、国際交流シェアハウスをおすすめしたい』と語るその理由とは?

今回は、ののかさんがシェアハウス入居を決めた理由から、実際の国際交流シェアハウス生活、そして実際に入居を考えている方へのメッセージまで、盛りだくさんの内容でお届けします!


⏫国際交流シェアハウスの様子がわかる、インタビュー動画もあわせてご覧くだ差い!

大学や世代にとらわれない、幅広い出会いを求めて国際交流シェアハウスへ

───まずは自己紹介をお願いします!

京都の西陣ハウスに住んでいるしがののかです。社会学を学ぶ大学生で、今年で2年生です。普段は京都を観光ガイドするボランティアをしつつ、このシェアハウスで外国人ハウスメイトと楽しく暮らしています!

───シェアハウスに住んでどのくらいですか。

昨年4月に住み始めたので、約1年が経ちます。

───なぜ国際交流シェアハウスを選んだのですか。

大学生になった折に京都で一人暮らしを始めたのですが、新生活を始める場所としてシェアハウスに興味を持ったのがきっかけです。大学の国際寮とも迷ったんですけど、同じ学校の大学生や留学生だけじゃなくて、他大学の大学生や社会人、外国人の方など、幅広い方と関係を持てるので、国際交流シェアハウスのほうが自分に合ってるんじゃないかなと思いここに決めました。

一番の思い出は何気ない日常。新しい家族であり、人生のサポーターにシェアハウスで出会えた

───ボーダレスハウスに住んで良かったと思えることは何ですか。

やっぱり、新しい家族のような存在ができたことです。年齢・国籍・性別も関係なく、それぞれが自分の特技を活かして補い合っています。楽しい時間を過ごせるような仲間がいるので、そんな存在ができたことはすごく大きいと思っています。

───ハウスメイトとの1番の思い出は何ですか。

たくさんあって伝えきれないです!誕生日パーティーしたり、旅行に行ったりするのもすごく楽しかったんですが……でもやっぱり日常生活での何気ない瞬間が印象深いです。家に帰ってきた時に、「おかえり」「ただいま」って言い合える、家族のような存在に出会えこと、本当に幸せだなと毎日思います。

私は今大学生で、将来のことや進路について、考えることもたくさんあります。でも、シェアハウスには社会人経験や海外での滞在・就労経験など、さまざまなバックグラウンドを持った人がいるので、「この相談はこの人にしよう!」と思える人にたくさん出会えて。人生のサポーターがいるおかげで、自分の世界も広がりました。

国際交流シェアハウスならではの悩みも……自分から行動することで解決へ

───逆に大変だったことはありますか。

掃除ですね。私が入ってきた時はまだ明確な掃除のルールがなかったので、自分からみんなに呼びかけてローテーションのルールを整備するようにしました。そのとき一緒にいたハウスメイトとルール化を進めていったのですが、人によって目指す掃除のレベルが全然違うので、そこをうまく調整するのが難しかったです。

また、国によって掃除に対する考え方も違うので、ハウスメイト全員に一定のレベルの掃除を習慣づけることがとても大変でした。今はみんなで掃除を回し、シェアハウスそのものに愛着を持ってもらうことで、基本的に綺麗な状態を保てているので、あのとき行動してよかったと心から思います!

国際交流シェアハウスでの生活を通して、英語力アップと外国人の友達づくりを実現!

───入居前に目標はありましたか。

英語力をもっと上げること、また世界中に外国人の友達をたくさん作ることが目標でした。

───目標は達成できたと思いますか。

はい!シェアハウスに入居してからは、格段に英語力が伸びたと思います!他愛もない話はもちろんのこと、割とアカデミックな話もできるようになりました。大学の勉強の話もできるぐらいには、英語力が伸びたかなと思ってます。

あとは外国人の友達も本当に増えて、今はどの国に行っても友達がいるんじゃないかなってぐらい!200人以上は友達ができたと思います。

自分の世界を変えるチャンス!迷っている方にはぜひ一度国際交流シェアハウスに足を運んでほしい

───ボーダレスハウスに住んでみたい人へメッセージをお願いします!

こんなに多種多様な人が集まっているコミュニティはないんじゃないかなってぐらい、国際交流シェアハウスは本当にさまざまな人がいます。私のように、将来の進路や夢がまだ決まってない方には、自分の世界を最大限に広げられるチャンスでもあると思いますし、新しい価値観にも触れることができるので本当におすすめです。

誰かと共同生活を始めたり、新しい環境に飛び込むことってすごくハードルが高いし、勇気がいると思うんです。でも、飛び込んでしまえば、世界が180度変わる!世界が変わるのは確実だと思います!

シェアハウスへの入居を迷っている方は、内見時にハウスメイトと話すことで、ボーダレスハウスの雰囲気を掴んでみてほしいです。

───多様なバックグラウンドを持つハウスメイトとの出会い、そして彼らと一緒に生活することで、徐々にののかさんの世界が変わっていったんですね。入居を迷っている方の背中を押すような、わくわくするお話、ありがとうございました!

ののかさんが住む京都西陣ハウス以外にも、関西エリアにはたくさんのシェアハウスがあります!各シェアハウスの紹介ページには、アクセスや周辺地域の情報も載っているので、是非チェックしてみてくださいね。

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Tenant’s Interview ▏ I have a new family and more supporters in my life!


We had an interview with one of our tenants at Borderless House, Nonoka-san, who has been living at our Nishijin House in Kyoto for almost one year. Nonoka-san is a second-year university student studying sociology. She usually volunteers as a sightseeing guide in Kyoto.

From the interview, we hope to show you what life is like at an international share house for our tenants, and hope you get a feel for the environment and community of Borderless House!

My fondest memories are of ordinary, everyday life


-Why did you choose to live in a share house?

When I started living alone in Kyoto for college, I thought it would be nice to live in a share house. I thought about the international dormitory at my university, but I decided to stay at BORDERLESS HOUSE because I could have relationships not only with classmates from my university, but also with students from other universities, workers, and a wide range of people.

-What is the best thing about living in BORDERLESS HOUSE?

There are too many to mention, but birthday parties and trips were a lot of fun, but I think it’s daily life.

I think the most important thing for me is that I have a new kind of family. In this family, regardless of age or gender, we are able to share our specialties, complement each other, and have a good time together.

Since I am a university student now, I worry a lot about my future and career path, but there are people here, such as who have work experience and others who have lived and worked overseas for a long time, so I can consult with people from all walks of life.

“Cleaning” was the hardest part of living in a share house, but now ..

-What was the hardest part of living in a share house?

I think it’s “Cleaning”. When I first came here, there were no cleaning rules or systems, so I decided I had to create one. I made some cleaning rules with my housemates who were living with me at that time, but it was difficult to coordinate the different levels of cleaning, how far one should go, what is not clean enough, etc., because everyone has a different way of thinking,

It was very difficult to get everyone to make it a habit, but now everyone has a sense of attachment to the house by cleaning it together, and I think that’s great because the house is basically kept in a clean state.

I think I would have friends in any country I go to now!

-Did you have any goals before you moved in? Did you achieve it?

It was very simple: I want to improve my English and to make many friends from all over the world.

Yes, I did! I had experience studying abroad in high school, but I think my English has improved even more since moving here. I think my English has improved to the point where I can talk about all kinds of things, not just academic topics, not to mention other trivial things. I also made more foreign friends, and I think I have more than 200 international friends now so I think I would have friends in any country I go to now.

There is no other community where such a wide variety of people gather!

-Message to those who want to live in a BORDERLESS HOUSE

I think there are so many different kinds of people at BORDERLESS HOUSE that there is no other community where such a wide variety of people gather. It is also a great opportunity to experience new values, so I highly recommend it!

Also, living with other people and jumping into a new environment can be a very difficult hurdle, and it takes a lot of courage, but once you get in, it’s not like your world will change 180 degrees, but it certainly will, so if you’re not sure, you can arrange a room viewing first with Borderless House and come to talk with the tenants at the share house. (to get a feel for the atmosphere!)

Meeting housemates from diverse backgrounds and living with them has gradually changed Nono’s world! Thank you very much for sharing your story with us!

▶ Check more: Tenant’s Interview ▏Living in a Share House while Experiencing Working Holiday in Kyoto

▶Check more: 【Tenant’s Story】Sharing times together as a big “family” is the best cure for loneliness during quarantine

Partnership|BORDERLESS HOUSE × Global Overseas Education

Global Overseas Education

Global Overseas Education was founded in 1990 as a language school offering specialized courses in English, Japanese and Korean. In addition to language courses, they also offer a variety of other services. For example, they provide admissions counseling services, introduce Korean universities and language schools to international students, and offer a variety of experiential activities to give them a deeper understanding of local traditions and modern culture.

Experience the authentic Korean culture

< Living in Korea for a month >
1. Fee: USD 3,000
2. Course Description:
    face-to-face 1:1 lecture, 2 classes per week (50 minutes per class).
    The course is adapted to the student’s Korean level, even beginners can easily get started.
3. Accommodation provided:
    Single room suites, fully furnished with air conditioner, refrigerator, microwave, etc., located in the hottest area of Korea, Bucun.
4. Learn different Korean culture every week, including Korean traditional music, traditional art, K-Pop dance, crafts and TV station visits.
5. Airport pick-up service (only upon arrival)
6. Local people will introduce various local delicious food.
● Individual activities such as admission to the royal palace, musical concert, temple stay, hanok experience, DMZ, kimchi making experience, etc. will be charged separately.
●Transportation and tour guide fees will be charged separately.

< Living in Korea for a week > 
1. Fee: USD 1,000
2. Course Description:
    face-to-face 1:1 lecture, 2 classes (50 minutes per class).
    The course is adapted to the student’s Korean level, even beginners can easily get started.
3. Accommodation provided:
    Single room suites, fully furnished with air conditioner, refrigerator, microwave, etc., located in the hottest area of Korea, Bucun.
4. Learn different Korean culture, including Korean traditional music, traditional art, K-Pop dance, crafts (only choose one) and TV station visits.
5. Airport pick-up service (only upon arrival)
6. Local people will introduce various local delicious food.
● Individual activities such as admission to the royal palace, musical concert, temple stay, hanok experience, DMZ, kimchi making experience, etc. will be charged separately.
●Transportation and tour guide fees will be charged separately.

< 2 nights and 3 days in Korea > USD 500
1. Fee: USD 500
2. Course Description:
    face-to-face 1:1 lecture, 50 minutes.
    The course is adapted to the student’s Korean level, even beginners can easily get started.
3. Accommodation provided plus the breakfast with sandwiches :
    Single room suites, fully furnished with air conditioner, refrigerator, microwave, etc., located in the hottest area of Korea, Bucun.
4. Learning Korean Culture: Once (K-Pop Dance, Craft)
5. Airport pick-up service (only upon arrival)
6. Local people will introduce various local delicious food.
● Individual activities such as admission to the royal palace, musical concert, temple stay, hanok experience, DMZ, kimchi making experience, etc. will be charged separately.
●Transportation and tour guide fees will be charged separately.

Room’s pictures

Courses related photos

(K-pop Dance Course, Korean Traditional Art Course, Korean Traditional Music Course)

Contact Info

Company: Global Overseas Education 
Director: 金惠泳 KIM, Hye Young
Address: Rm. 201, Deoksoo B/D, 636-25 Yeoksam-Dong, Gangnam-Gu, Seoul, 06130 ,S. Korea (Post code:06130)
Tel: No. : +82-2-555-5332 / Mobile # : +82-10-3209-5271
Website: www.globaluhak.co.kr
E-mail : moonfeel1999@naver.com

Japan Working Holiday Guide▏Work and Travel in Japan! All you need to know

If you’re considering a holiday or travel in Japan, a lot of what you will be facing will be a new experience for you. This blog is for those looking for information about getting started and what you should know before applying for a Working Holiday visa in Japan!

Content Outline:
•  What is a Working Holiday Visa?
•  Who can Apply for a Working Holiday Visa in Japan?
•  How to Apply for a Working Holiday Visa?
•  What jobs can you do with Working Holiday Visa? How to find jobs?
•  Accommodation options during Working Holidays in Japan

What is a Working Holiday Visa?

A working holiday visa allows young people to spend their holidays in Japan whilst working to supplement funds for their travel and stay. The goal is to deepen mutual understanding by providing opportunities to understand the culture and lifestyle of Japan!

The maximum period of stay in Japan on a working holiday is one year. And the period of stay cannot be extended. If you would like to extend your stay after the working holiday expires, you will have to change to another visa.

Who can Apply for a Working Holiday Visa in Japan?

Here are some general requirements:
•  Age: 18 to 30 years old (25 in some cases) on the day of your application
•  Be a citizen of the following 26 countries: Argentina/ Australia/ Austria/ Canada/ Chile/ Czech/ Denmark/ Estonia/ France/ Germany/ Hong Kong/ Hungary/ Iceland/ Ireland/ Lithuania/ Netherlands/ New Zealand/ Norway/ Poland/ Portugal/ Republic of Korea/ Slovakia/ Spain/ Sweden/ Taiwan/ United Kingdom
•  Have a valid passport
•  Have a return ticket or proof of having enough money to buy one.
•  Proof of sufficient funds to cover expenses for the first few months (Required amounts vary from country to country )
•  Be in good health
•  Have no criminal record.

Please note, everyone only enters Japan on Working Holiday Visa one time!

For further detailed information, please check the official website of the Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs: The Working Holiday Programmes in Japan

How to Apply for a Working Holiday Visa?

First, you should check the Embassy of Japan or the Consulate-General of Japan’s website for your country. You will find country-specific requirements from there.

Below are the general procedures:

•  Fill in an Application Form
•  Provide the requested documents: valid passport, ID picture, resume, the outline of planned activities in Japan, the written reason for applying for a Working Holiday in Japan, proof of a return ticket, and sufficient funds to support the beginning of the stay, medical certificate
•  Submit the application to the nearest Embassy or Consulate of Japan in your country of residence

What jobs can you do with Working Holiday Visa?

There is only one occupation prohibition regarding what job you can do with the working holiday vise, which is – working in “entertainment” industries is NOT allowed. Such as bars, clubs, pachinko, etc.
The most common/ typical jobs for foreigners to do in Japan include:
•  Service & Hospitality: Restaurants, cafes, fast food chains, hotels and sales in the shop
•  Seasonal Jobs: Ski resorts, farms, factory work
•  Teach Languages: English teaching is the most popular

Usually, basic Japanese language skills are required, especially when you’re looking for jobs, it’d be very helpful if you have higher Japanese levels.

How to find jobs

Here are some websites that have foreigner-friendly jobs that allow working holiday visa holders to apply:
•  Guidable Jobs 
•  We Xpats Jobs 
•  Mach Baito 
•  Arbeit EX アルバイトEX 

If you are already in Japan, you can also visit Employment Service Centers for non-Japanese job seekers:
• Tokyo Employment Service Center for Foreigners 
• Osaka Employment Service Center for Foreigners 
• Nagoya Employment Service Center for Foreigners 
• Hello Work 

Accommodation during Working Holiday in Japan

With a Working Holiday Visa, you can stay in Japan for up to one year. If you are planning to go to different regions in Japan during your working holiday, you will have to find accommodation that offers a “short-term” contract, as well as a place is fully-furnished.

Considering short-term stay and fully-furnished, living in a share house can be the best option for you. For example, the minimum stay of BORDERLESS HOUSE is one month, and you can adjust your contract term flexibly. Each house and room are all furnished and equipped with all the appliances you may need, so you can easily move in just with one suitcase. When you move out, you also don’t need to worry about the disposal of the furniture.

Moreover, in all the share houses of Borderless House, there are 50% of Japanese residents, and 50% from foreign nations, so you will have a lot of chances to practice your Japanese on a daily basis. Your Japanese housemates can also help you to practice for job interviews or check the Japanese resume for you!

【BORDERLESS TRAVEL】Meet New People from other Share Houses of different countries!

Hello everyone! This is Daniel from BORDERLESS HOUSE.

Since the border is opened, we believe that everyone can’t wait to visit other countries! What countries do you want to visit first? I believe it’s hard to decide since there are too many beautiful countries in the world!

BUT!! HOW ABOUT STARTING FROM JAPAN, TAIWAN, OR KOREA? 

We’re excited to announce that we finally restart the house exchange program; BORDERLESS TRAVEL again! Through this BORDERLESS TRAVEL, we’d like to create opportunities…

For tenants who would like to interact with locals during their trip. So you could experience real life in other countries.

For tenants who would like to meet more people in the house. We want to bring new energy to the house to enrich your stay!

Living in BORDERLESS HOUSE, you could keep extending your social circle; from one house to other houses, to other countries! If you’re interested in this program. Please check the information below!

How to join BORDERLESS TRAVEL

【Who can join】
Current Tenants Only (already stayed for a month)

【Program Fee】
Japan: 15,000 JPY
Taiwan: 6,500 TWD
Korea: 150,000 KRW

*Include a rental bedding set and utilities.
*You’ll pay for the place that you plan to visit
*You still have to pay for the current room.

【Limitation of the Stay】
Minimum 7 days. Maximum 30 days.

【Accommodation Option】
Sorry, you won’t be able to choose the room/house. But we’ll provide a few options for you.

Application Process

➦Step1. Apply from the Application Form.
Make sure to let us know around 2 weeks in advance as it can be a little bit difficult to find a suitable house in a short time or too early.

➦Step2. Once we receive your application, we will contact you in 3 business days and give you some options. (If we don’t have any rooms acceptable now, we’ll let you know as well.)

➦Step3. After we confirm the room with you, we’ll send you the payment link for the program fee and the time for moving in/out. Please check the time and finish the payment in one day.

➦Step4. We’ll send you the confirmation email after we receive the payment.

Finally, enjoy your stay with new friends!

Something you have to know before you apply for it.

※ We don’t provide a hair dryer or any other toiletries. Please bring your own.
※ Please follow the house policy. We might shorten your stay if it’s necessary.
※ AGREE that you’ll share photos and your experience with BORDERLESS HOUSE for improving this program and for the marketing purpose

Check our tenants’ experiences!

Judy – from Taiwan to Tokyo

It’s been 6 years since Judy moved into BORDERLESS HOUSE.

She makes a lot of friends from all over the world, but couldn’t meet each other for a long time due to the pandemic. Since Japan’s border is open after the long pandemic closure, Judy finally could meet her old friends in Japan and make a lot of new friends as well!

Judy stayed in the Kitasenju 2 house this time. Even though she just stayed for 7 days, the housemates still held two parties for her! She also hung out with tenants from other share houses. Everyone is so warm and full of energy! 🥳

Having a Takoyaki party is always a must-do in Japan! They even celebrated Judy’s birthday!

You could always find something you like in this amazing city — Tokyo

After the long border closure, we could finally visit Japan.
You could stay in the downtown; Nakameguro area and Tokyo tower to walk around this beautiful city.
Or visit the suburbs spots; to see the autumn leaves🍁 at Mt. Takao and visit the Kawagoe, known as “Little Edo” to experience the old town vibe.

When we meet the housemates again, we felt like we were back to the good old times when we lived together.
We used to take some trips, cook dinners, have language exchanges, and share our daily life in the Sharehouse.
All the good memories make the Share House more attractive to people. 🤗

Message from Judy: “This is a great program. Not only saving money during the trip but also meeting new friends!”

Let’s check another one!

Haruka -from Tokyo to Korea

Haruka is very interested in Korean culture, so she plans to stay in Korea for a while to experience the culture deeply and expects to meet more friends who like Korean culture.

She decided to apply BORDERLESS TRAVEL to visit Korea for two weeks. Kind of “warming up” for the long-term stay in Korea! ☺


Speaking of Korea, you must put Hongdae on your bucket list.

The housemates brought her to Hongdae to try authentic Korean barbecue, fried chicken, soju, Hotteok (Korean sweet pancakes), etc.
Only spending one night in Hongdae was totally not enough to try everything!

It was during the World Cup competition, so everyone watched the live show, had dinner and cheered up for Korea and their national team together. It made everyone closer too!

There are so many unexpected winners in this World Cup.
But everyone did a great job!

Daily life in a Share House is also one of the important things.
「Hey! What are you eating?」
People always gather in the common space because of FOOD.
Culture and language exchange is part of your daily life, and you’ll unconsciously expand your horizon and improve your language skill!


Message from Haruka: “I really enjoyed drinking, play games, going to clubs, having fried chicken, and watching World Cup with everyone! “


 

How’s the tenants’ sharing? We hope you’re excited to meet more new friends on your next trip as well!

We hope we could provide everyone with a unique living and travel experience through BORDERLESS TRAVEL.
Not only attractions and food during your trip but also the connections among people.

Because of 「SHARING」, you see the difference in this world.
You’ll deeply know and enjoy the uniqueness of every country.

We can’t wait to hear the story of you and this world!

【Application Form】
https://forms.gle/Hhae9RnkYMroXDRD7

★More feedback:
https://www.borderless-house.com/tw/blog/program/borderless_travel/

【BORDERLESS TRAVEL】Meet New People from other Share Houses of different countries!

こんにちは!ボーダレスハウスのDanielです。

新型コロナウイルスの状況が落ち着き、海外にも行きやすくなってきましたね!
皆さん、旅行に行くとしたらまずどちらの国に行きたいですか?
行きたい国がありすぎて、選べない方もいるんじゃないでしょうか?

日本、台湾、韓国への旅行からスタートするのはどうでしょうか?

この度、ボーダレスハウスオリジナルの旅プログラムBORDERLESS TRAVELがついに再開します!
このBORDERLESS TRAVELを通じて、私たちが提供したいのは、

旅行中に地元の人たちと交流して、旅先のリアルな生活を体験する機会。

プログラム利用者の滞在を受け入れるシェアハウスの入居者に対して、別の拠点からやってきた新しい入居者との出会い。

ボーダレスハウスに住むことで、同じシェアハウスから、他の国にあるシェアハウスまで、人間関係を広げ続けることができます!
プログラムに興味のある方は、下記の詳細をご確認ください。

BORDERLESS TRAVELへの参加方法

【対象者】
ボーダレスハウスに1か月以上住んでいる現入居者さま

【参加費用】
日本への滞在: 15,000 円
台湾への滞在: 6,500 TWD
韓国への滞在: 150,000 KRW

※布団レンタル代と水道光熱費が含まれています。
※渡航先の拠点へお支払いをしていただきます。
※旅行中も、現在滞在しているお部屋の家賃等は発生し続けます。

【滞在期間】
最短7日間、最長30日間

【お部屋選び】
ボーダレスハウスが指定するいくつかのお部屋からお選びいただきます。

参加方法

➦ステップ1. お申し込みフォームを入力
渡航希望日の2週間ほど前にお申し込みをお願いします。直前のお申し込みや、応募時期が早すぎる場合、お部屋の手配が難しい場合がございます。

➦ステップ2. お申し込みフォームを受領後、3営業日以内に担当スタッフがご連絡し、お部屋の候補をお送りします。(万が一、ご案内できるお部屋がない場合も、同様にご連絡します。)

➦ステップ3. お部屋が確定後、参加費用の支払いリンク、入居日/退去日の時間などの詳細をお送りします。
詳細を確認し、1営業日以内にお支払いをお願いいたします。

➦ステップ4. 支払い確認後、確定のメールをお送りいたします。

新しい友達との滞在を楽しみましょう!

参加お申し込みの前にご確認ください。

※ヘアドライヤーやシャンプー類などの日用品の用意はありませんので、ご持参をお願いします。
※必ず渡航先のシェアハウスのルールに従って生活をお願いします。必要に応じて滞在期間を短くさせていただく場合がございます。
※プログラムのサービス向上や広報のため、滞在中の写真や体験についてボーダレスハウスへ提供することに同意のうえで、ご参加ください。

実際に体験した人の滞在日記!

Judy – from Taiwan to Tokyo

ボーダレスハウス滞在歴6年のJudyさん。

世界中にお友達がいるJudyさんですが、新型コロナウイルスの影響で長い間会うことができていませんでした。やっと日本へ渡航できることになったため、久しぶりに来日し、会えていなかったお友達と再会したり、新しいお友達を作りました!

Judyさんは東京にあるボーダレスハウス 北千住2に滞在しました。
たった7日間の短い滞在でしたが、ハウスメイトがJudyさんのために2回もパーティを開いてくれたんだとか!
他のボーダレスハウスに住んでいる入居者さんとも遊びに行ったりと、とても充実した滞在だったようです。🥳

日本に来たらたこ焼きパーティはマストですよね!Judyさんのお誕生日パーティも開かれました!

東京に来れば、やりたいことが必ず見つかります!

長い間の入国規制が明けて、やっと日本へ遊びに来れるようになりました!
中目黒エリアや東京タワーの近くのエリアに滞在して、ゆっくりお散歩するのもおすすめです。
もしくは郊外エリアに出かけて紅葉を楽しむのもありですね!高尾山や、小江戸として知られる川越などへ行けば、昔の日本を感じられます。

ハウスメイトと再会したとき、一緒に住んでいたときに戻ったみたいで懐かしく感じました。
以前一緒に住んでいた時は、よく出かけたり、夜ご飯を作ったり、言語交流をしたり、毎日一緒に過ごしていました。
いい思い出があるからシェアハウスでの生活がさらに楽しくなります🤗 🤗

Judyさんからのメッセージ: 旅行のお金を節約できるだけじゃなくて、新しい友達を作れるので、BORDERLESS TRAVELはおすすめです!

もう1名の体験談もご紹介します!
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Haruka -from Tokyo to Korea

Haruka is very interested in Korean culture, so she plans to stay in Korea for a while to experience the culture deeply and expects to meet more friends who like Korean culture.

She decided to apply BORDERLESS TRAVEL to visit Korea for two weeks. Kind of “warming up” for the long-term stay in Korea! ☺


Speaking of Korea, you must put Hongdae on your bucket list.

The housemates brought her to Hongdae to try authentic Korean barbecue, fried chicken, soju, Hotteok (Korean sweet pancakes), etc.
Only spending one night in Hongdae was totally not enough to try everything!

It was during the World Cup competition, so everyone watched the live show, had dinner and cheered up for Korea and their national team together. It made everyone closer too!

There are so many unexpected winners in this World Cup.
But everyone did a great job!

Daily life in a Share House is also one of the important things.
「Hey! What are you eating?」
People always gather in the common space because of FOOD.
Culture and language exchange is part of your daily life, and you’ll unconsciously expand your horizon and improve your language skill!


Message from Haruka: “I really enjoyed drinking, play games, going to clubs, having fried chicken, and watching World Cup with everyone! “


 

How’s the tenants’ sharing? We hope you’re excited to meet more new friends on your next trip as well!

We hope we could provide everyone with a unique living and travel experience through BORDERLESS TRAVEL.
Not only attractions and food during your trip but also the connections among people.

Because of 「SHARING」, you see the difference in this world.
You’ll deeply know and enjoy the uniqueness of every country.

We can’t wait to hear the story of you and this world!

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Working in Japan ▏What is Shukatsu? Job hunting in Japan

Hi, I am Aisha from jimomin.work! Working abroad might be challenging!
Japan is facing the social issue of an aging population and a low birth rate. Consequently, there is a high demand for skilled workers from both local and international companies in Japan.

Process of Shukatsu for university student

Shukatsu 就活 is a Japanese term, short term for shūshoku katsudō which means job hunting. During this time, university students look for full-time jobs before their graduation. One of the unique characteristics of the Japanese job-hunting process is that companies hire new graduates, therefore, most of the students have a job contract when they graduate.

Typical Process of Shukatsu:
1. Find out what you want to do
2. Research on companies
3. Participate in job fairs/job seminars
4. Send entry sheet and/or resume to companies
5. Take written exams and/or SPI tests
6. Interviews (Groups and/or individuals)
7. Wait for the result

The problem faced by foreigners when looking for a job in Japan

One of the biggest problems faced by foreigners when looking for a job in Japan is the language barrier. Many are unfamiliar with the Japanese recruitment system as company explanations and processes are conducted in Japanese. Alongside the language, people also struggle with manners during their job-hunting period. For instance, it is preferred to wear a black suit when going to a job fair or an interview. Even after entering a company, many struggles with “Keigo” or respectful language and business etiquette.

Advice & Suggestions

This does not mean you should give up. But how can you work in Japan? The first would be improving your Japanese language skills, ideally having above Japanese N3 level.
Another way is by consulting with recruiters, preferably those who will guide foreigners. Jimomin.work is one of the employment support services (就職支援サービス). We support foreigners looking for jobs in Japan, matching them to a suitable company for free. For instance:
● Jimomin.work has a FREE Japanese Business Course which will help in becoming familiar with terms used in business
● Help in preparing resumes and interviews
● SNS accounts that share shukatsu information
● Host matching events where job-seekers can find companies who are looking to recruit foreigners. Our previous event had a matching rate of 100%!
● Lastly, one of the obstacles, is SPI tests, and frequent interviews are not required when applying through jimomin.work!

Conclusion

Job hunting can be long and tiring, especially when there is a language barrier. However, you are not alone! There is always help via consulting your career center in your university, recruitment companies and even asking your senpais! You can also talk freely to jimomin.work as well!

Where to Stay in Japan ▏How to find the right match?

Moving to a foreign country can be very daunting. First, you have to find a realtor, maybe one that speaks your language so you’re not struggling with the language barrier. Then you may also have to decide where you want to live, and factor in budget, lifestyle, and what you’re looking for in an accommodation, all of which you might even be done from far overseas.

To resolve your concerns about “where to stay in Japan?“, “how do I find the right match?”, we would like to introduce BORDERLESS HOUSE to you!

Brief introduction of BORDERLESS HOUSE

Many people may think sharehouses are noisy and inconvenient, but that’s certainly not the case! The right sharehouse might actually provide you with peace of mind and solve many of your problems.

At Borderless House, our share houses not only are full of people eager to make friends, but thanks to a multicultural staff, it’s also very stress-free to find the right place to stay. Borderless House staff are quick and responsive, with multiple language support. So staff can help you choose which house best suits what you’re looking for during your time in Japan, and make the reservation process extremely stress-free. It’s even possible to reserve a room within as little as three days!

Merits of choosing to stay at a share house in Tokyo as foreigners

People may travel to Tokyo for many different reasons, so is a share house right for you?
One really wonderful aspect of living at a sharehouse is how quickly you can meet people and make friends. Naturally, you’ll have the chance to learn a lot about many foreign cultures and do a lot of language exchange. And, because Borderless House residents are made up of both Japanese and foreign residents, this also means you have a great support network to help you with many different aspects of living in Japan.

There are over 40 Borderless Houses in Tokyo alone, in various neighborhoods and with their own unique traits. We have picked 5 featured share houses for you, let’s take a look!

BORDERLESS HOUSE HONKOMAGOME1

Borderless House Honkomagome1 is a new house located in the Ueno/Asakusa/Akihabara area of Tokyo, with ten private rooms! It is also very conveniently located to train lines such as the Tokyo Metro Namboku line and JR Yamanote loop line. These stations are within five minutes away. For anyone who works in areas like Ikebukuro or Shinjuku, a quick fifteen-minute train ride makes commuting very easy.

There is also a very convenient shopping area located not too far away from the house, with supermarkets, drug stores, and bookstores. This Yanaka-Sendagi neighborhood is full of history, once serving as a gateway to old Tokyo, Edo, along the Nakasendo Highway. Today there are also many houses that once served as residences for feudal lords.

One such historic location is the Rikugien Garden, located very nearby. Not only does this offer you a place to get away from the city at times and enjoy some greenery, you’ll also have a great front-row seat to the seasons changing, such as sakura in spring and autumn leaves in fall. Enjoy lovely walks with your roommates any time of year!

BORDERLESS HOUSE ROPPONGI1

For those who really want to live right in the center of Tokyo’s exciting city life, Roppongi1 share house is a great choice! Roppongi is known for being a hotspot for new and exciting shopping, museums, and events.

Roppongi is called a city-within-a-city, because of the interconnectedness of its buildings. There are whole residential, shopping, and business areas around the station, full of stylish shops and cafes to explore. It’s also a great area for events like live music and nightlife, and Roppongi is famous for its stunning view of Tokyo city’s skyline.

The nearest station to the sharehouse is Roppongi station itself, meaning you’re right on the Toei Oedo and Metro Hibiya lines. Shibuya is 7 minutes away, and Shinjuku is only 9! It’s hard to beat that sort of convenience to the most lively areas of Tokyo.

Roppongi1 share house has sixteen private rooms, meaning there are plenty of opportunities to meet other people. The living area has a stylish kitchen and lots of space for hanging out with the rest of your share mates.

BORDERLESS HOUSE SHINAGAWA-OIMACHI2

Shinagawa is known for being a mostly business district, but for locals living in the area, there are a surprising number of unique things to do and see. If you like day trips, there are even direct trains to Yokohama, and Shinagawa is right on the Tokaido Shinkansen line, going directly to Kyoto and Osaka!

Borderless Shinagawa-Oimachi2 share house is located only a few minutes away from sights such as the Shinagawa Aquarium and Shinagawa Temple. The aquarium especially is popular for dates, and appears in many dramas!

There are also unique museums such as the Archi-Depot Museum, for anyone interested in architecture, and Senkakuji Temple is a historic testament to the famous story of the 47 ronin. This is an area rich with history.

The sharehouse itself is located in a quiet neighborhood, without sacrificing convenience. Located close to a major train station like Shinagawa, it is very surprising to find rooms are so wide and spacious. Because the house has less than ten tenants, it’s a peaceful sharehouse that lets you grow close to your flatmates in a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy the hominess of this house, and quiet chats in the comfy living room, while still having plenty of privacy in your own room.

BORDERLESS HOUSE KUGAHARA1

Kugahara Station is on the Tokyu Ikegami Line in Ota Ward, Tokyo. With direct access to Kamata in 8 minutes and Gotanda in 17 minutes, it is convenient for commuting.

Denenchofu, an upscale residential area, is located nearby, but Kugahara has the most reasonable rent in Ota Ward. It is a quiet residential area with excellent public safety, making it a safe place to live for both single people and families.

An old-fashioned shopping arcade stretches from in front of the station, and it is full of unique individual stores and convenient shopping for any of your daily needs, with supermarkets open until late no matter what time you arrive home. It is a town where you can relax when you come home without the noise of the city.

A short walk away is the natural beauty of the Tama River, creating a relaxing break from urban living whenever you need a little nature. Wide open spaces are hard to find in Tokyo proper, but at Kugahara you’ll find that’s not the case at all.

Borderless Kugahara share house has a lovely open concept, with lots of airy light and wood features. The rooms are also very wide and spacious, with very big windows and a wrap-around balcony.

BORDERLESS HOUSE KIKUKAWA1

Kikukawa1 share house is located in a very popular area of Tokyo, with its location close to the famous Tokyo Sky Tree. With Asakusa only 6 minutes by foot and access to the Toei Shinjuku Line from Kikugawa station, you’ll always have places to go and things to do! Stores and restaurants are all very nearby, making it an extremely convenient location. Akihabara and Ueno can also be easily reached by bike.

Nearby attractions include the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Edo Tokyo Museum. It’s also very close to Ryogoku Kokukigan National Sumo arena! The Sumida and Otani rivers are also very nearby, meaning you have a few lovely quiet areas to hang out not too far away. The Sumida River is particularly famous in spring for cherry blossom viewing!

In spite of its convenience, the house itself is located in a quiet area and has a very cozy atmosphere. With only six tenants total, it’s a great choice for those who want to come back at the end of the day to a nice quiet house. There’s even a lovely rooftop balcony to hang out on the third floor. And then if you ever want to have a more lively get-together, there are two other sharehouses nearby, making it easy to meet up for more fun!

Lastly

Sharehouses at their best give you the opportunity to live comfortably and conveniently, and also provide valuable opportunities to meet and talk with other people. Just like Tokyo is an incredibly varied metropolis with all manner of people and neighborhoods, Borderless House share houses are very varied as well! No matter what you prefer, there is certainly a house with the right personality for you. Contact us now and we can help you find the right match!

【入居者インタビュー】国際交流シェアハウスで背中を押されて、ワーキングホリデーに行ってきます!

こんにちは!ボーダレスハウスの木村です。

ボーダレスハウスには、「将来留学してみたい!」「ワーキングホリデーで働いてみたい!」など、海外への憧れを持った日本人の方々が多く入居されています。

では、実際にボーダレスハウスを経て、海外への夢を実現している方はいるのでしょうか?

今回は、ボーダレスハウスに2年間半住み、これからオーストラリアへワーキングホリデーに行く中村さんにインタビュー!

コロナ禍での入居。漠然としていたワーキングホリデーへの想い。
「これからどうしよう」という不安もありながら、ボーダレスハウスへ入居した中村さん。

ここで出会った世界中からのハウスメイトに背中を押され、海外への想いは強くなり、ワーキングホリデーを決意されました!

ボーダレスハウスの滞在を通じて、中村さんが夢を確信した過程はもちろん、「シェアハウスってどんな感じ?」、「実際英語は使えるの?」など皆さんの疑問を聞いてみました!

漠然と行ってみたかったワーキングホリデー

ー自己紹介をお願いします!

ボーダレスハウスに住んで2年間半になります。
現在はカフェで働いていて、来月からオーストラリアへワーキングホリデーに行きます!

出身は石川県です。大学時代には、オーストラリアのシドニーで半年間語学留学をしていました。大学卒業後は首都圏の企業に就職しましたが退職し、現在に至ります!

ーオーストラリアに留学されていたとのことですが、中村さんが海外に興味を持たれたきっかけは何ですか?

もともと英語が好きでした!英語を使えば色んな国の人とコミュニケーションができるので。勉強するうちに段々と海外への興味が湧いてきました

日本にいると考えが凝り固まりがちになるので、海外で色んな考えを知りたいなと思い、留学しました。

ーオーストラリアでの生活はいかがでしたか?

そうですね、居心地がいいと思いました!
時間がゆっくり流れているように感じられて。語学学校の先生たちも自由でした。

たとえば、授業中に朝ご飯を食べている先生がいたり(笑)
びっくりしたけど、そういうのが許されるのもいいなと思いました。

ー確かに、文化面で日本と異なる部分が多く面白いですよね。
ちなみに、オーストラリアへワーキングホリデーに行きたいと思ったきっかけは留学だったのですか?

はい!留学時にはワーキングホリデーをしている人と出会う機会が沢山ありました。
漠然とですが、「海外で生活したいな」、「一度社会人を経験してからワーキングホリデーに行ってみようかな」と思うようになりました。

「これからどうしよう」悩んでいた時期にボーダレスハウスへ

ー実は、ボーダレスハウスへの入居を検討している方には、キャリアや人生の方向性に悩まれている方も多いです。ボーダレスハウスに入居した頃の中村さんはどうでしたか?

私がボーダレスハウスに入居したのは、ちょうど新卒で入った会社を退職し、フリーターとしてカフェで働き出したタイミングでした。

また、コロナが流行り出した時期だったので、ワーキングホリデーに行けるかも分からず、まさに「これからどうしよう」と悩んでいましたね

ーどのようなきっかけでボーダレスハウスを知りましたか?

ボーダレスハウスの前は友人とシェアハウスをしていたのですが、新しいシェアハウスを探すことになって。そんなときに、Meetup*のイベントで出会った外国人の知り合いがボーダレスハウスを紹介してくれたんです!

*Meetup: インターネットを通してイベントを告知し、共通の興味や趣味を持った人を集めることのできるサービス。

ー中村さんがボーダレスハウスに入居しようと思った決め手を教えてください。

担当スタッフが決め手です!
いくつか他社にも問い合わせましたが、ボーダレスハウスの担当者さんの人柄が一番よかったんです。対応が温かくて親切で、細かい情報まで教えてくれました。

また、費用が安かったこともあります。シェアルームの家賃は低めですし、水道・光熱費・Wifi料金が一律で季節による変動がないのは助かります。

ーシェアハウスは国際交流に絞って探していましたか?

実は必須ではなく費用重視で、できれば国際交流もしたい程度でした。
スタッフの対応で決めて、結果的に国際交流もできるボーダレスハウスになりました。

ハウスメイトの影響で強くなったワーキングホリデーへの想い

ー入居前に不安だったこと・心配だったことはありますか?

ハウスメイトと仲良くなれるかな?と思っていました。

ー実際に入居してみてハウスの雰囲気はどうですか?

パーティー好きで賑やかな雰囲気、仲良しなハウスです!
個性豊かなメンバーがいて飽きないです。

ー入居当時、ワーキングホリデーへの興味はどの程度でしたか?

「いつかは行きたいな」という程度でした。

ー入居後にワーキングホリデーへの気持ちが大きくなったのですか?

そうですね。入居したばかりのとき、オーストラリアでのワーキングホリデーをしていた日本人ハウスメイトに出会いました

はじめて話したときに「今なにしてるの?」と聞かれ「脱サラしてをフリーターしていて、そのうちワーキングホリデー行きたいです!」と答えたところ、「めっちゃいいじゃん!」と言ってくれたのを覚えています(笑)

その人の話を聞くうちに、「やっぱ行きたいな」となり、費用を貯めるようになりました。

ー背中を押してもらって行動に移すことができたのですね!
ちなみに、一番仲良くなったハウスメイトはどんな人でしたか?

タイ人の女性です。 その子とは2年間くらい一緒に住んでいて、私がワーキングホリデーに行きたいことも知っていました。

実は私は「ワーキングホリデーに行きたい!」と言いつつ、2年間なかなか行動に移せずにいたんです。その子は「全然計画立ててなじゃん!早くビザ取って行って!」と会うたびに背中を押してくれました。

ボーダレスハウスでの一番の思い出は「日常」

ー中村さんは3名用のシェアルームで生活されていますよね。どんなメリットがありますか?

話す相手に困らないことです。友達に電話するほどではないけど、今日あった面白いことを誰かに話したいときってあるじゃないですか!そんなときにすぐに話せるのがいいなと思います。

ー普段どんな話をしているんですか?

部屋が一緒な分、深い話もできる関係になれます。将来の話だとか!

実は私のルームメイトもワーキングホリデーを考えていて、よく情報交換をします。昨日も「オーストラリアでワーキングホリデー向けの求人情報が上がってましたよ!」と教えてくれたりして。

海外志向の高い人が集まるのもいいところですよね!違う部屋ですが、もう一人ワーキングホリデーに行きたいハウスメイトがいます。楽しく情報交換をしたり、仲間がいるので私も頑張ろうと思えます。

ーデメリットはどんな点ですか?

デメリットは、いくら仲がいいとはいえ気を遣ってしまうことです。私は朝早いので早く寝たいタイプなのですが、以前のルームメイトが夜に電話するタイプで眠りにくいことがありました。

ーその時はどのように解決しましたか?

実は、彼女も私の睡眠中の歯ぎしりの音を我慢していたことが分かって(笑) お互いさまだし気にせず寝よ!と思うようになりました。そうした経験も学びといえば学びですね。

ー譲り合いが大事ということですね。

そうですね。

ーこれまでのボーダレスハウス生活でもっとも忘れられない出来事は何ですか?

「日常」です。普通こういう質問をされたら「あのときみんなで行った旅行が…」となるかもしれませんが、私の場合はリビングや洗面所、シェアルームで話す日常の一コマ一コマが楽しかった思い出です。

毎日使うことで、英語力の伸びも実感!

ーボーダレスハウスの生活の中で英語を話す機会はありますか?

毎日使います。基本、外国籍のハウスメイトとは英語で会話することが多いです。ただ、日本語を学びに来てくれている学生が多いので英語に偏りすぎないように気を付けています。

ー優しいですね!

英語を話をせるのはいいことですが、日本語を話せるようになりたいという気持ちがあって日本に来たと思うので。日本語も話してほしいなって思ってます。他の日本人ハウスメイトも同じ考えです。

ー海外経験がなかったり、英語が得意でない日本人ハウスメイトはどうされていますか?

過去に英語が話せないハウスメイトが住んでいたこともありました。それでも言語以外のコミュニケーションで外国籍のハウスメイトと交流ができていました。英語ができなくてもコミュニケーションが取れるというのも素敵だなと学びました。

ー入居当初に比べて英語力は伸びましたか?

はい。入居前より流暢になりました!英語を話す機会が増えましたし、ネイティブスピーカー同士が早口で会話しているのを毎日聞けます。

発音もよくなりました。入居当時は私の英語が全然伝わらなくて。ネイティブスピーカーのハウスメイトによる発音の授業が突然始まることもありました(笑)

ー教えてくれるんですか? 素敵ですね!

そうですね。前は発音にこだわっていなくてLとRが言えてなかったんですが、教えてもらって言えるようになりました。

ー英語を話せるようにご自身で取り組んでいることはありますか?

海外ドラマを観てリスニング力を高めています!

ードラマで覚えた表現をすぐにシェアハウスで使えるのは、相乗効果にもなっていいですね!

ハウスメイトに背中を押されてワーキングホリデーへ!

ー入居前、中村さんのワーキングホリデーへの想いは漠然としたものだったと伺いました。
ハウスメイトの影響でその想いが強くなったとのことでしたね。
具体的な計画はありますか?

それが、数日前にビザが取れたんですよ!

ーおめでとうございます!(その場にいたルームメイトからも拍手

来月末に行く予定です!

ーワーキングホリデーに向けてどんな準備をされていましたか?

貯金です。もっとも心配していたのが資金面だったので頑張りました!
節約する点でもシェアハウス・シェアルームは役に立ちました。

ー漠然と考えていた状態から、実現する過程でボーダレスハウスはどのように役立ちましたか?

色んな人に出会えたのが一番大きく役立ちました。ワーキングホリデーの経験者に出会えたり。日本語の勉強をしている留学生を見て「すごいな。自分も頑張らなきゃな。」と思ったり。

人の経験を見れたり、聞けたりするのがとてもよかったです!

ーワーキングホリデーではどんなことをしてみたいですか?

目標としては、現在も日本でやっているカフェのバリスタとして働きたいです。 取得したビザで滞在できるのは1年間ですが、2年目のビザも取りたいです。

オーストラリアではファームジョブ(農場)等、特定の仕事に一定期間就くと2年目のビザに申し込めます。なので、まずはファームジョブをしようと思っています。

ーワーキングホリデーを経て、1~2年後どんな風になっていたいですか?

色んな国に移り住めたらいいなと思っています。労働ビザを取れれば長期間滞在ができるので、何らかの手段でずっと海外にいたいと考えています。

「ボーダレスハウスで色んな人と話してみてください!」

ーボーダレスハウスの良さはどんなところだと思いますか?

やはり国際交流ができることだと思います。ハウス内はもちろん、ボーダレスハウス主催のイベント*でハウスをまたいで交流ができるのもいいですね。インターナショナルな友達が増えて、英語を話す機会を増やすことができます。

また、何かあった時に相談に乗ってくれるスタッフがいるのは大きいです。この間もスタッフさんに相談させてもらい、親身になって話を聞いてもらいました。人思いな方ばかりです。

*Borderless Mates Program : ボーダレスハウスに入居中の方・すでに退去された方が参加できるプログラムです。語学を教え合うLanguage Exchangeやスポーツ・ゲームイベントを不定期で開催しています。

ー入居当時の中村さんと同じようにワーキングホリデーやボーダレスハウスへの入居を検討されてる方ににアドバイスをください!

色んな人と話して、色んな経験談を聞いて、色んな価値観を感じることができたらいいのかなと思います!

ボーダレスハウスで新しい自分を発見してみませんか?

漠然とワーキングホリデーに行きたいと考えていた中村さん。

ハウスメイトからの後押しで改めてワーキングホリデーを決心し、実現するという素敵なお話をお聞きすることができました!

ボーダレスハウスには、様々な生き方をしている人たちとの出会いによって、自分の夢に気づき、人生を大きく変えるきっかけが転がっています

最短1か月間から入居できるボーダレスハウスで、海外への夢を叶えてみませんか?

まずは気軽にオンライン説明会(無料)は参加

シェアハウス一覧

英会話を学ぶワーケーション留学「BORDERLESS ENGLISH CAMP」

女性がシェアハウスに住むって実際どうなの?~メリット&注意点〜

※2022年10月に実施したインタビューの内容です。
※撮影時のみマスクを外しています。

Ridilover x BORDERLESS HOUSE ▏Learn about multicultural living! Activity with Japanese senior high school students

On Oct 12 and Oct 26, 2022, BORDERLESS HOUSE was honored to be invited to hold a collaboration event with Ridilover for senior high school students. At the events, the students got to have workshops and discussions on some topics regarding prejudice, discrimination, and stereotyping which are the social problems that we aim to solve by creating multicultural living environments.

Before we take you back to this event let me give you a brief introduction to Ridilover!

About Ridilover
Ridilover is a Japanese company that takes on the challenge of quickly resolving social issues by engaging in businesses that “discover” problems and work with them to create solutions. While “breaking down social indifference,” Ridilover aims to create a society with a “network of friendly concern” that includes everyone. To this end, they see every social issue as a problem that can be solved.

Part 1. The purpose of this multicultural living workshop

At the start of the workshop, our Kansai member- Mori Yuki gave a presentation about BORDELRESS HOUSE’s vision and mission, as well as an introduction to the share house and the concept.

While more foreigners are settling in Japan, it is important that there are places where everyone can live in peace and harmony regardless of their nationalities and race. Thus, Borderless House aims to build relationships and connections among people with different backgrounds and gather them together to live under the same roof in our share houses. By doing so, we hope everyone can mutually understand each other without any prejudice or discrimination.

We believe that the solution of providing more people with opportunities for international exchange can accelerate the creation of an ideal multicultural society.

Part 2. Group Discussion – Prejudice and Discrimination

After we shared our vision and concept, at the second part of the workshop, we divided a total of 30 students into 6 groups and discussed:

● What is your image of discriminatory prejudice?
● Do you actually have discriminatory prejudice around you?
● What can we do to eliminate discriminatory prejudice?

The students had intense discussions and shared their own opinions. After the discussion, we asked the students to share their conclusions with us. Here we got many great answers:
● Discrimination and prejudice are all around us, and there is various discrimination prejudice such as gender discrimination, and positive and negative personalities.
● In order to eliminate discrimination and prejudice, I think it is important to know each other more and accept the differences each other.
● Do you have any requests to the government etc. as a measure to eliminate discrimination and prejudice?

Part 3. Share House Tour! Meeting our tenants from different countries

We visited BORDERLESS HOUSE KYOTO-KURAMAGUCHI. Our sweet tenants from Germany, America, Canada, and Japan were there to welcome all the students!

Our tenants shared about their life in a share house, including how to get along with people from different countries, how to communicate with people who speak different languages, the pros and cons of sharing the house and life with others, etc. Students also asked them about the things they’ve experienced living in Japan as a foreigner.

Our foreign tenants also got the chance to practice their Japanese!

↑ Our tenant made very cute direction signs with small ducks at the entrance to welcome the students!

In the future, we hope we can have more opportunities to share our vision with the young generations and let more people know and experience multicultural and multilingual BORDERLESS HOUSE!

If you also like our vision of creating a free of discrimination open-minded multicultural society and would like to cooperate with us for any events, please feel free to contact us HERE.

Let’s promote a wonderful community that is built on mutual understanding and active participation together:)