Hi, I'm Masaharu — a marketer by profession, photographer by passion, and a curious traveler at heart. I live in Tokyo with my wife Tanya (originally from Russia) and our 8 yo son. We’re a warm, multilingual family who loves meeting people from all over the world and learning about different cultures.

We’ve lived abroad and know how valuable a local connection can be. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a family, we’d love to share a cup of tea, swap stories, or show you a few local spots if our schedule allows.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

We’re open to the idea of long-term hosting again — even up to a year — but we want to be honest about what we’re looking for.

A friend I met through Couchsurfing once hosted me, and we later traveled together. Eventually, she stayed with us and became like an older sister to our son — playful, kind, and fun. She had her own job, wasn’t a nanny or au pair, but naturally fit into our family life. That experience showed us how valuable it can be to build deeper connections through Couchsurfing.

We're hoping to find something like that again, and here’s what would make us feel comfortable:
- You already live in Japan (so it’s easier to meet in person first)
- You have a job in Japan (so if things don’t work out, you’re independent)
- You’re a woman — this is a must, since my wife doesn’t feel comfortable otherwise
- You’re open to getting to know us first — either through meetups or short visits

Interests

Interests
- Photography (especially street and travel)
- Exploring Tokyo neighborhoods on foot
- Parenting (we're always open to tips!)
- Cooking simple Japanese dish
- Honest conversations over coffee or tea

• photography
• cooking
• traveling
• freelancing
• languages
• marketing
• flea markets
• digital nomad
• cryptocurrency
• vintage cameras

Music, Movies, and Books

Shawshank redemption
Ikiru by Akira Kurosawa
Pay it forward
Sunset Limited
Before Sunrise trilogy

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Becoming a freelancer from unemployed because it has given me a freedom to travel

Teach, Learn, Share

How to cook healthy Japanese food.
How to be a successful freelancer/translator
Google Analytics and Google Adwords (I am a certified partner).
Online Marketing.
Task Management and Getting Things Done.

What I Can Share with Hosts

What We Offer
- A great location — our home is in Omotesando, just 10 minutes from Shibuya, right in the heart of Tokyo
- A warm, peaceful space in a multicultural household
- A family vibe — not a party house, but a place to feel at home
- The chance to build a meaningful connection, not just crash for a night

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Monaco, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russian Federation, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan