Intern with us in Wazuka, Kyoto
- We typically host interns as volunteers for 4-week sessions (Mar - Nov).
- The spots for 2025 are fully booked.
- Please register here if you are keen to be part of 2026 d:matcha Internship.

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Assist with full range of tasks: Farming, products packing, assisting our cafe guests, etc.
- Note: Our work is seasonal. For example, harvest season in the Spring / Summer requires more farm work, while peak tourism season in the Fall requires more cafe & hospitality work.
- Be willing to help with anything! In a small-knit, collaborative team, we all pitch in as needed
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Assist with full range of tasks: Farming, products packing, assisting our cafe guests, etc.
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Learn the day-to-day operations of a tea business
- From producing tea, to managing a nimble team, to selling direct-to-consumer.
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Experience life in Japan’s countryside!
- We're located in Yubune, Wazuka, a small town with limited public transportation and no supermarkets, so you'll be welcomed like a member of our family.
- As a house family, we provide housing & meals (work day lunches & biweekly dinners included).
- More info about logistics & accommodations will be shared once accepted.
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Explore the Kansai region of Japan
- Most interns enjoy visiting Kyoto city, Osaka & Nara on days off (2x per week)
- Public transport: 80 min to Kyoto, 90 min to Osaka, 40 min to Nara
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Learn the day-to-day operations of a tea business
What we’re looking for: You would make a great fit for d:matcha if you are...
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- Passionate about tea / tea entrepreneurship. You’ll learn all aspects of our family business.
- A team player - open to helping on all fronts & willing to roll up your sleeves.
- A self starter - proactive and comfortable working independently!
- Equipped with skills that would strengthen our organization.
- Have working experiences.
- We will prioritize those who have, or aspire to have, an F&B business; those who are seeking the opportunity to work full-time at d:matcha; and those who are key opinion leaders in their communities.
Since this internship is a voluntary work, we don't charge you anything and you won't be paid either. Therefore, you need to cover your own...
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- Flight tickets and transportation
- Travel insurance
- Breakfast and some dinners
- Personal medicine
- Personal expenses
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