A setting surrounded by the nature of Yanbaru, where you can dedicate yourself wholeheartedly to cooking.
“I want to cook in Okinawa.”
“I want to work in Yanbaru.”
At OkuMasa, a restaurant that brings out the best of Yanbaru’s bounty, why not turn your passion into reality?
Urgent recruitment: Lunch kitchen staff needed.
“This opportunity is ideal for people like this:”
・You want to thrive both at work and in your personal life, surrounded by nature.
・You want to bring genuine smiles to many people through your cooking.
・You want to be a core member of a small restaurant, and grow your skills.
Okumasa opened in Okuma, Kunigami Village in the summer of 2023.
Surrounded by lush forests and stunning seas, our casual restaurant allows guests to fully enjoy unique island ingredients found only in Yanbaru.
Experienced candidates are highly welcomed!
For those who are ready to work hard for their team and community.
Experience is a plus, but even beginners can start from scratch. Freelancers are also welcome!
Part-time workers can rest assured—our experienced staff will support you every step of the way.
You’ll assist with a range of duties in the kitchen or on the floor, supporting the overall restaurant operation.
This is the perfect opportunity to build strong foundations—especially for those who dream of owning their own restaurant someday.
“delicious!”
You will receive a heartfelt thank you!
Since we are a small restaurant, we often have kitchen staff assisting with service, such as bringing food to the restaurant.
Our guests are wonderful people who love nature, love Okinawa, and come to savor the unique charm of Yanbaru.
Because we are so close to our guests, we have many opportunities to directly hear comments such as “delicious!” and “thank you!”.
For those who say, “I want to move to the countryside!”
Want to live in a rich natural environment.
Want to live a healthy life both physically and mentally.
Yanbaru is perfect for you.
The food, water, and air are delicious.
Yanbaru’s rich water supplies Okinawa.
OkuMasa is professional, yet has a free-spirited atmosphere.
Unlike resort jobs with dormitories, here you can work with more freedom and flexibility.
If you’re considering relocating, we can also assist with housing in the area.
We support your new life in Yanbaru.
It’s commutable from Nago, Nakijin Village, and Motobu Town. Feel free to reach out.
Growing the Next Generation
Creating new value and career
Cultivating experts in island ingredients and growing the number of great restaurants.
At OkuMasa, we craft dishes that move people—using a wide variety of local island ingredients.
The island produce grown by the people of this World Natural Heritage village is at the heart of what we do.
We believe that to truly uplift Okinawa while preserving its essence, each person should hone their spirit and skills, and work to open thriving restaurants that bring out the best of the island’s ingredients.
Let’s work together to create a truly valuable time and a truly wonderful store.
Human resources required
・Someone cheerful, positive, and open-minded.
・Someone who can always provide courteous customer service.
・Someone interested in living in Yanbaru.
Let’s enjoy working together.
For those considering moving (U-turn/I-turn) to live in Okinawa—Kunigami, Ōgimi, Higashi, Motobu, Nakijin, or Nago.
For those interested in combining IT and the food industry (a traditional craft), and who want to make it happen with their own hands.
Anyone eager to take on new challenges or who dreams of owning their own shop in the future.
Those hoping to become full-time employees are also welcome to contact us.
Business consignment and franchise options available.
For those with proven track records, we offer a path to operate your own restaurant as an independent business owner.
With the experience you gain at OkuMasa, opening your own new-style restaurant is entirely possible—it’s not just a dream.
Cafés, restaurants, hot pot and shabu-shabu spots, Okinawa soba shops, taco & taco rice stands, curry joints, and more.
With the right motivation and skill, you can build an independent life in Okinawa.
Recruitment overview
| Employment status | Part-Time Positions |
| Salary | Hourly wage: ¥1,100 and up (based on skill; raises available; trial period: 3 months at ¥1,000/hour) |
| Work locatio | 329-23 Okuma, Kunigami Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa 905-1412 |
| Working hours | Shift-based work between 11:00–22:00 (3–8 hours per shift) Work as little as 3 hours, 2 days per week—totally fine! Negotiable Those available on weekends and holidays, experienced individuals, or those with strong language skills will be given preference. |
| Job description | Kitchen or floor staff at OkuMasa Restaurant in Okuma, Kunigami Village. Kitchen: First, we start with auxiliary preparation, plating, cooking, and other incidental duties. As I gain more experience, I hope to have fun working with you on menu development and events. Hall: You will be responsible for all duties related to the restaurant industry, such as customer service and simple cooking assistance. *No need to worry even if you have no experience. Foreign nationals must have daily conversation-level Japanese and a valid work visa. |
| Treatment | No experience needed! Transportation assistance available (e.g., from Nago, Nakijin, Motobu, etc.) Meal support provided (free meals after certain hours). Employee meal discounts also available. Students and part-time workers are welcome! There is a full-time recruitment system. |
| Application method | Please reach out via our contact form. |
Company Profile
Churarin Co., Ltd.
1203 Namizato, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa Prefecture
Business content
OkuMasa – Island ingredients specialty restaurant
https://okumasa.okinawa/en/
ShabuMasa – Island vegetables and Agu shabu-shabu
https://shabumasa.com/en/
Restaurant consulting – restaurant development and operation/restaurant production/product development
Interview flow
[From application to recruitment]
[1] Application reception
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[2] Attach your resume (with photo) to email
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[3] Document screening
We will conduct a document screening based on the resume you sent, and we will notify you of your success or failure by email within about a week.
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[4] Interview
After passing the document screening, we will schedule an interview.
After the interview, we will contact you about acceptance or rejection within a week.
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[5] Recruitment
“We are also aiming to enhance cafe time.”
Currently, we operate only during lunch and dinner, but we are developing OkuMasa as a place where young people aiming to open cafés in the future can thrive. We also roast our own coffee. If you have skills in coffee roasting or pastry making, there’s a place for you here.
