Hi, I’m Erina! I’m passionate about environmental activism and building sustainable communities, currently living in Germany. I've worked to promote community energy and lead campaigns against fossil fuel expansion in Japan.

I love meeting new people, sharing ideas, and learning from different cultures!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing gave me wide perspectives and good friends whom I sometimes meet after 5 years.
To return the favor, after coming back to my country, I loved showing surfers around Kyoto’s hidden gems!

When I get a big flat with a couch for guest, I'll start hosting!

Interests

I tend to have interests in many things.
Especially I'm interested in environmental problems in the world. That's why I'm coming to Germany (It has proceeded policies towards the problem). I'm a third grade undergraduate student. In the future, I'd like to approach environmental problems.

• painting
• jogging
• farming
• acroyoga
• enjoying picture (visiting museum)
• playing tennis (table tennis, badminton)
• dialog with other people about our society
• nature, climbing mountain
• climate change, environmental problems

Music, Movies, and Books

With my free time, I do sports or volunteer work related to environmental protection🌿

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

TEDx Speech "Friendly Critique"
As an environmental activist, the climate change issue has always been close to my heart, and it all started with a TED speech video that inspired me. Being on this prestigious stage was a true honor.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm looking for hosts who are open to sharing their culture and background, or even just a quiet evening discussing ideas on global issues. I respect your space and am happy to contribute through cooking, cleaning, or joining in local activities.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, Japan