Hello! I'm Kokichi Nanaura, originally from Osaka, Japan. After working for 5 years as both a chemical engineer and in human resources at a Japanese company, I decided to explore the world and broaden my horizons. My journey has taken me to Canada, the Philippines, Australia, and New Zealand, where I've been studying and experiencing different cultures.

I really like cooking authentic Japanese cuisine and love sharing traditional dishes with people from around the world.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm passionate about travel, but what I love most is connecting with local people and experiencing places through their eyes. There's nothing quite like getting insider tips from someone who calls a place home, or sharing stories over coffee with people from completely different backgrounds.

I'm planning to explore European countries soon and would love to meet fellow travelers and locals who can show me the hidden gems that guidebooks miss. I believe the best travel experiences happen when you step outside tourist zones and connect with real people in real communities.

Interests

• books
• singing
• cooking
• sports
• farming
• games

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Shawn Mendes, Ed Sheeran, Maroon 5

Drama: Queens Gumbit, Friends, Wentworth, Breaking Bad

Book: Harry Potter, Percy Jackson

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have read 1000 Japanese books. Not too amazing, just if I had to say something.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach:

Authentic Japanese cooking techniques and recipes from my hometown Osaka
Basic Japanese language and useful phrases for travelers
Insights into Japanese culture and customs

I'd love to learn:

Local cooking styles and traditional recipes from your region
Your language and cultural perspectives
Hidden local spots and stories about your city

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share:

A home-cooked Japanese meal if you have a kitchen I can use!
Stories from my travels across Canada, Philippines, Australia, and New Zealand
My experiences working in both engineering and HR in Japan

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Canada, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan