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If you have ever pictured yourself waking up to fresh snow, meeting travellers from all over the world and spending your days in one of the most magical winter destinations on Earth, a season in Japan delivers exactly that feeling. It is a mix of adventure, culture, new friendships and unforgettable moments you will talk about for years.

Here is what life really looks like when you pack your bags and head off to a Japanese ski resort.

Freya from Adelaide has recently graduated from high school and chose to become an Au Pair in America during her gap year before starting university. She has been living in Maryland since February 2024, caring for two boys aged 3 and 5.

My daughter came home from school one afternoon during her final year of school and said ‘mum, have you heard of an au pair before?’. She had seen an Au Pair in America poster in the school library and little did we know she would choose this option for her gap year.

A working holiday in Japan is more than just travel. It is your chance to work, explore and fully immerse yourself in a culture that blends tradition, adventure and everyday magic.

Kyeesha, from the Gold Coast, has spent the last two years as an Au Pair in America, living first in Atlanta and now just outside New York City. Her adventure abroad began after doing Camp America, which sparked her desire to return to the USA and continue exploring while working with children.

Thinking about spending a winter in Canada? Working a snow season is one of the most exciting ways to live abroad. Here are 17 reasons why a snow season in Canada is something you will never forget.