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Let's live and work in Iriomote Island! Local staffs thoroughly explain everything from live-in jobs to how to move to Iriomote Island!
Hello everyone!
Suddenly, in Iriomote Island,There are many live-in jobs available.
What's it like to be a live-in?" "How does immigration work?"
On Iriomote IslandFor everyone interested in live-in work,
In this article, local staff members explain the live-in situation in Iriomotejima!
If you know the charm of Iriomote Island,Strong desire to live and work.It is sure to be.
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Once you visit, you will want to live there!
What kind of island is Iriomote Island?
Iriomote Island is one of the remote islands belonging to Okinawa Prefecture.
It has the third largest area in Okinawa Prefecture,Enough industry and wilderness to entertain touristscoexist.
The best part is,After all, the sea and natureIt is.
When you live near the crystal clear ocean where you can enjoy marine activities to your heart's content,You can always keep a peaceful mind.
Okinawa's unique mild climate provides warmth throughout the year,Stress-free experienceIt is.
Once you visit on vacation, you will think, "I want to live here!" I would like to live there!
At Iriomote Island
Attraction of working as a live-in worker
We introduce the charm of working as a live-in worker on Iriomote Island!
Nature so great that it is registered as a World Natural
The charm of Iriomote Island is truly its great nature.
More than half of the island is untouched wilderness.
Nothing.Natural island attractionscan only be felt if you live there.
It is a great way to experience a completely different way of enjoying and living than in the city!
Live-in housing in Iriomote Island is
What kind of place?
There are two main types of live-in housing on Iriomote Island.
- employee dormitory
- Residences with annexed rooms.
The characteristics of each are described below.
employee dormitory
When it comes to live-in jobs on Iriomote Island, the "dormitory" is the ironclad choice.
There are many companies that have their own dormitories.
Also in PiPi,company dormitoryfully equipped (with)The company is doing so.
Annexed residence (e.g., a hotel room)
What is an attached residence?Residence in the same building as the place of workof the
Because it is attached to the company where I work,Very easy to get to and from workcan be done.
For hotels,They can even rent you a room in a hotel.Therefore, be sure to research live-in housing as well.
Iriomote Island for live-in jobs.
Points to keep in mind
When looking for live-in jobs on Iriomote Island, you need to keep the following three points in mind.
- Size and facilities of employee dormitories
- Loaner company car is mandatory.
- Amount owed for rent and utilities
PiPi has three key points in place.
Size and facilities of employee dormitories
It is better to have a dormitory for employees.
Employee dormitories, if any,Check the size and facilitiesLet's do it.
How big are the rooms, are there shared spaces, and are there any problems with facilities such as showers and toilets?Lots of points to check out.Yes, there is.
Jobs to apply for depending on the quality of the employee dormitory.We also recommend that you choose the
Loaner company car is mandatory.
There are no trains on Iriomote Island,We cannot expect much in the way of public transportation.
Means of transportation,Basically bicycles and carsThe first two are the following.
This is the situation,I recommend a company that will allow you to rent a company car.It is.
Amount owed for rent and utilities
Another point is whether they provide allowances for rent and utilities.
PiPi's employee dormitory is,30,000 yen per month for a single room, ,15,000 yen per month for double occupancy, ,10,000 yen per month for a triple room(in Japanese history)All utilities included.)Available at
At Iriomote Island
Advantages of Working as a Live-in Worker
The advantages of working as a live-in worker on Iriomote Island will be explained with specific examples of PiPi!
The advantages are threefold
- Not much initial cost to live in.
- Work while enjoying your private life.
- You can even qualify while living in the house.
For live-in
Not much initial cost
In the case of a live-in program, the advantage is that the initial costs related to migration are not very high.
- Company dormitory available for less than 30,000 yen per month (including utilities)
- Company pays transportation expenses for immigration
When renting an apartment, in addition to the security deposit and key money, two months' rent and fire insuranceAn initial fee is required.
In contrast, in the case of live-in,There is no initial cost incurred when renting an apartment.
In addition, the migration process occursCompany pays transportation expenses after the expiration of the term (up to 40,000 yen)You don't have to worry about that, either, because they will do it for you.
The company dormitory is furnished with the minimum necessary furniture, so there is no need to buy new furniture.
Like this,Live-in jobs can reduce initial costs considerably.Can be done!
Enjoy your private life while
be able to do one's job
In the case of live-in work, you can work while enjoying your private life.
- Low rent and utility costs so you can spend money on hobbies and activities
- Private use of company vehicles
For live-in,Can afford it financially.will be born.
It is possible to spend money on hobbies and activities without having to cut back on living.
Furthermore, PiPi allows private use of company vehicles.
because of thisYou can also explore Iriomote Island without spending money on transportation.It is a
You can even qualify while living in the house.
While working as a live-in worker, you may be able to take advantage of benefits to obtain certifications or improve your skills.
- Interest-free loans are available for qualified applicants.
- There is an allowance for certification.
At PiPi, we offer a variety of licenses, including a marine license and a medium-sized car license.Interest-free loans and allowance programs for qualificationThe company maintains a
He continued his studies while spending a relaxing time in Iriomote Island,Skill development is also possibleIt is.
We would like to take advantage of this opportunity to expand our future possibilities!
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Disadvantages of working as a live-in worker
There are also two disadvantages to working as a live-in worker on Iriomote Island.
- Salaries are lower than in other cities
- Prices are surprisingly high
Knowing the disadvantages in advance can help you deal with them.
Salaries are lower than in other cities
Iriomote Island has lower salaries than the rest of the country.
Average household income | Average annual expenditures per household | |
Iriomote Island (Okinawa) | 4.03 million yen | 940,000 yen |
whole country | 5,030,000 yen | 1,870,000 yen |
Data References:
LIFULL HOME'S|Housing Index "Household Data of Iriomote Island
*Data are for single-person households.
As the table shows, the average household income on Iriomote Island is quite low.
There are two ways to deal with this disadvantage.
- Apply to a company with a higher salary.
- Live-in work to float rent and utilities
PiPi meets both of these conditions.
PiPi is,High salary level and company dormitoryThe company is doing so.
PiPi is recommended for a worry-free life after moving to Iriomote Island.
Prices are surprisingly high
Prices tend to be high on Iriomote Island.
This is because, being a remote island, there are costs associated with the transportation of goods and fuel.
This disadvantage is,Live-in work to float rent and utilitiesIf you can do this, it does not seem to be a problem.
At Iriomote Island
Main jobs available for live-in work
The main type of work available on Iriomote Island is tourism-related.
The following three are especially recommended because many of them have company dormitories.
- Marine Shop Tour Guide
- Hotel front desk staff
- Food and beverage hall and kitchen staff
Marine Shop Tour Guide
I am a tour guide at a marine store like PiPi.
People who like to serve customers and enjoy activities in Iriomote Island.Recommended for
In PiPi,Call for GuidesThe company is doing so.
You can apply even if you have no experience, so please contact us if you are interested!
Hotel front desk staff
Hotel front desk staff can also work live-in.
Iriomote Island hasNumerous tourist hotels existWe will do so, and there are always job openings available.
which is scheduled to open on February 1, 2023.Resort Inn Iriomotejimaeven ifFront Desk Staff WantedIt is.
If you want to work in a hotel, check it out.
Food and beverage hall and kitchen staff
Restaurant hall and kitchen staff can also work live-in.
Find and apply for a store with company dormitory.Let's do it!
Restaurant work is the same all over Japan,Familiar to those with experience.It is.
Let's make use of the experience we have cultivated and enjoy working on Iriomote Island as well.
Live-in at PiPi.
We are looking for people to work for us!
PiPi is looking for live-in workers to join our team!
If you are interested in the following information,Staff Recruitment PagePlease contact us from
Jobs at Iriomotejima PiPi
PiPi is looking for the following staff
Open Positions | Details of Application |
tour guide |
Guide services for activities provided by PiPi.
Training is provided, so even those with no experience in the activity can apply.
Examples of activities SUP/Canoeing/Snorkeling/Night Tours/Trekking/Caving/Canyoning |
business | This staff member performs general clerical work.
[Business description Schedule Organization Customer Inquiries Basic data entry |
regular position | These staff members are involved in a wide range of PiPi operations.
[Business description Web Marketing Corporate Planning Personnel |
affiliated hotel staff |
Staff to work in affiliated hotels.
[Business description Room cleaning and bed making Reservations accepted Room Information |
If you meet the following qualifications, you may apply even if you have "no business experience".
I want to work on Iriomote Island! I want to live in Iriomote Island! I want to live in Iriomote Island!Just a feeling is OK!
- no academic background required
- 18 years of age or older and in good health(Please let us know in advance if you have a history or current medical condition.)
- Those who have obtained a regular first-class driver's license.
Salary Results
We maintain a fairly high salary level, with many staff in their early 20s earning base salaries of 300,000 yen or more.
Salary increases and promotions based on work attitude and performanceWe maintain the following salary performance because we are doing the following
Iriomotejima PiPi offers a wide range of allowances as follows In the relaxing environment of Iriomote Island,I want to improve my skills!If this is the case, please take advantage of the allowance! Iriomotejima PiPi also offers bonuses and salary increases for both employees and part-time workers. We would get special bonuses for months when performance was good,The more you work hard, the more you earn.Mechanism! Anyone who wants to earn money and enjoy the remote islands is welcome to contact us! In Iriomotejima PiPiYou will meet our customers along with our many staff members. PiPi has expanded to Miyako and Ishigaki islands as well as Iriomote Island. For this reason,We can hope for exchange across the islands! If you wish, we will consider hiring on an island of your choice, so please do not hesitate to request this. From part-time jobWe also actively promote our employees to full-time positions. You can start with a part-time job to feel the atmosphere of Iriomotejima PiPi! Most of the full-time staff working at PiPi now also started working there part-time. After living on Iriomote Island, I have found that ".I want to live longer in Iriomote Island.You can apply for a permanent position when you think "I'm not sure I can do it! If you are not sure whether to work part-time or full-time, please feel free to contact us. At PiPi, both employees and part-timers,Company dormitory available to all employeesThe company is doing so. The living room is around 6 tatami in size, with a bed, table, shelves, etc.The minimum required is available. The appeal of this system is that it reduces the cost of starting a new life, since there is no need to prepare a new one. Bathrooms and toilets are separate! The dorms are.this way (direction close to the speaker or towards the speaker)Please take a look at the following page!
which is scheduled to open on February 1, 2023.Resort Inn IriomotejimaJobs in the "Japan" section of the website. There are currently two types of positions available If you are interested in a resort job at a hotel, please take a look at our application guidelines! PiPi also allows side jobs, so you can have a double job with "Resort Inn Iriomotejima".
What about live-in work on Iriomote Island?Very attractive. There are patterns that can float not only rent but also utility costs,The high cost of living is not even a concern.It is. You want to relax and have fun in Iriomote Island without worrying about money! If you want to have a relaxing time in Iriomote Island without worrying about the money,Apply to PiPi, Iriomotejima Island, where the conditions for living are much better.is recommended! Why don't you enjoy Iriomote Island to the fullest with operations and working styles that suit your preferences?
Gender and Age
total payroll
crafty person
Early 20s
Male full-time employee (management position)500,000 yen
420,000 yen
30s
Female regular employee (general)370,000
5,000 yen320,000
5,000 yen
Early 20s female
part-time job350,000 yen
310,000 yen
Late 20s male
part-time job360,000 yen
320,000 yen
Abundant benefits
benefit
allowance
Vessel license allowance
2,000 yen/times up to 5 times per maneuver
(500 yen/time for 6 or more times)
medium-size automobile license
benefit2,000 yen/per operation up to 5 times
(500 yen/time for 6 or more times)
language allowance
5,000 to 10,000 yen
(English proficiency to handle tours, emails, and phone calls)
housing allowance
15,000 yen (if living outside company dormitory)
salary supplement, e.g. for work performed at inconvenient times or as overtime allowance
10,000 yen, etc.
Bonuses and salary increases are available.
Encounters abound
Employee promotions are available
Live-in in company dormitory OK!
Open February 1, 2023!
Resort Inn Iriomotejima
Job Openingsin the end