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Transport to Kannonyama
From the airport:
Kannonyama Fruit Garden is located about 25km south-east of Kansai International Airport (KIX), Osaka. Incoming international interns are advised to fly into Kansai and from there a staff member can transport you to the company house.
From the train station:
For those travelling domestically or transferring from other airports, incoming interns are advised to travel to one of the train stations nearby Kinokawa. These include either Kokawa Station or Nate Station (JR Wakayama Line). From there a staff member can transport you to the company house or office.
By car:
If you do happen to come by car, our address can be found on our 'Contact Us' Page. Please advise us of your estimated time of arrival.
Visas
For most countries, Japan offers tourist visas that last up to 90 days. Interns will need to contact the Japanese Consulate in their respective countries for more information. For those wishing to stay longer than 90 days, it may be necessary to apply and obtain an appropriate visa (e.g. Working-Holiday visa).
Insurance
Interns are required to have travel insurance arranged prior to starting their internship and must be covered for the duration of their stay. We advise you to look into options independently, to find the level of insurance that suits you.
How to drive in Japan
(Last updated on 28/08/2026 - Regulations can change. Always verify the latest official requirements with your home country's embassy or the Japanese authorities before traveling.)
Driving Basics & Rules
- Traffic flows on the left side of the road, and the steering wheel is located on the right side of the vehicle.
- Kannonyama Fruit Garden provides a car to interns for use during working days.
- You must have your original passport and driver's license with you at all times when driving.
Driver's License Requirements by Country
- France, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, Monaco, and Taiwan : You must drive with your original license + your passport + an official Japanese translation issued by the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF). You can apply for the translation online upon arrival in Japan via the official JAF website.
- USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Philippines, and most other international drivers : You must obtain an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your home country before arriving in Japan. The IDP must explicitly state it is issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic. (Permits issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention are not valid in Japan).