My name is Bruno Hino, 24 years old and I come from São Paulo, Brazil.

I'm an Okinawa descendant and have been there in October 2022 with JICA Scholarship Program Course about Uchiná's Culture and History Soft Power. Now I will be travelling alone in Okinawa for 2 months.

Currently I'm vegan and I can cook basic meals to help us. I do not eat anything derived from animals as a individual philosophy but I have no problem with others housemembers eating them.

Also, I will help with cleaning and other house tasks.

I work as an Audio and Video Engineer freelancer mainly with live comedy shows .

Self-presentation video:
https://youtu.be/kBU2LPBDAbA

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I have experience with work enchange travels like Worldpackers, WWOOF. Couchsurfing will be a great experience to me because I want to meet humble people that has the courage to open their house to strange foreigners.

Interests

My main purpose is to trade experiences with locals and travellers, learn Japanese, get in contact with nature, immerge in Okinawan culture, connect with Okinawa's spirituality and my Uchinanchu ancestors.

• music
• travel
• nature
• spirituality
• cultural exchange

Music, Movies, and Books

I enjoy listening to all types of music, but mainly Okinawa music, Brazillian popular music (MPB) and spiritual music / world music.

I'm watching a lot of Japanese movies and series to improve my listening skills.

I usually read about spirituality.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I had the courage to leave home to visit many places without knowing anybody.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach about Brazillian culture, Audio Production, Portuguese and basic english

I want to learn about other cultures and languages. Have great talks with awesome people and make new friends.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My experiences and life story.

Helping with daily tasks like cleaning and cooking.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Brazil, Chile, England, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Portugal, Spain, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Brazil