Adventure is not just a job for us but our passion! Join the Canyons world-class team of international guides for a summer of fun, challenge and adventure to fulfil our mission:
Refresh the world through sustainable adventure experiences!
See more about our company philosophy here.
We run tours throughout Japan but mostly at our two summer bases of Minakami and Okutama. Both areas are rich in nature and culture with some of the best rivers and canyons in Japan.
If you are wanting to work with us in the winter, click here
Do you love working in hospitality? Canyons runs two cafes, one in Okutama and one in Minakami that serve delicious locally-produced food and drinks. We are looking for food preparation and service staff to help with breakfast, lunches, bar time and BBQ's.
Minakami Cafe Staff will:
Prep work in the kitchen, make sure that all kitchen stations are clean and ready to open, chop vegetables, prepare sauces, and prepare patties.
Take orders, answer questions about the food, deliver the food to the table, and receive payment from the customers. Are expected to set and clear tables and keep the front of the house clean. Assisting with food preparation, wash dishes.
Season: May - October
Pay: From 1000 yen per hour (depending on experience and skills)
Work hours: 5-8 hour shift between 6:00- 22:00
Helps if you have:
>Car license
>Some conversational Japanese
Minakami Cafe Staff will:
Prep work in the kitchen, make sure that all kitchen stations are clean and ready to open, chop vegetables, prepare sauces, and prepare patties.
Take orders, answer questions about the food, deliver the food to the table, and receive payment from the customers. Are expected to set and clear tables and keep the front of the house clean. Assisting with food preparation, wash dishes.
Season: May - October
Pay: From 1000 yen per hour (depending on experience and skills)
Work hours: 5-8 hour shift between 6:00- 22:00
Helps if you have:
>Car license
>Some conversational Japanese
Minakami Cleaning Staff
Canyons runs glamping tents and a lodge in Minakami. We are looking for cleaning staff.
Season: May - October (July- September short season also available)
Pay: From 1000 yen per hour (depending on experience and skills)
Work hours: 5-hour shift between 7:00- 16:00
Weekend and holiday-only work is also available.
Helps if you have:
>Car license
>Some conversational Japanese
Okutama Cafe Staff
Season: April - November
Pay: From 1050 yen per hour (depending on experience and skills)
Work hours: 6-8 hour shift
Those who want to work for a short period of time on a Working Holiday Visa are also welcome.
Helps if you have:
Car license
Some conversational Japanese
Cooking skills