I’m a geography student focusing on hydrology, currently at Peking University and doing an exchange at UTokyo. I really enjoy backpacking — I’ve travelled through all provinces of China and quite a few places in Eastern and Southeast Asia (as far as my budget allows!).

My travel interests overlap with my research: I love seeing how climate and natural conditions shape local lifestyles, and how people adapt. I enjoy walking through different cities, trying local food, and exploring cafés wherever I go. I like walking along rivers, stopping by small cafés, and trying to understand how different cities “feel.” I enjoy conversations — daily life, culture, or random observations — but I’m also very independent if you’re busy:)

As a guest, I’m clean, respectful, and easy-going. I speak English comfortably for both daily life and deeper conversations. I keep things tidy, respect cultural differences, and can help with chores if needed. I can’t host yet, but I try my best to be someone you’d feel comfortable welcoming into your home.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Travel around with getting to know more people, so I can get more local perspectives rather than merely a fresh eye.

Interests

• writing
• photography
• music
• rivers
• hydrology

Music, Movies, and Books

Music:
All sorts, with specific focus to folk, rock, electronics and classical.
Regarding artist, my favorites: Bon Iver, LCD Soundststem, Fiona Apple, Sufjan Stevens, Arcade Fire, Fleet foxes, Beyoncé, Tame Impala, Vampire Weekend
I played a bit of piano & guitar, but nothing like a pro.

Movies:
Used to watch a lot in high school, but becoming more and more busy from then on. A big fan of Ang Lee.
Favorite films: Frances Ha.
Favorite series: Fleabag, Modern Family, Shameless

Books:
Mainly Chinese writers like Yu Hua & Wang Xiaobo. In regards of western writers, Marquez with One Hundred Years of Solitude, Fitzgerald with Gatsby & Tender is the night.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

A round road trip of 10000km by car in the Northeastern region of China! The diversity is absolutely amazing.

Teach, Learn, Share

Share:
University knowledges of rivers and human activities and all sorts, and all the things listed above.

Learn:
All sorts of cultural, natural things worldwide. Currently conducting a research on global human-water interactions and would love to learn anything relevant (for my graduation… lol)

What I Can Share with Hosts

Everything listed above!

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Japan