I’m a project manager, morning runner, and late-night guitarist with a deep appreciation for travel and meaningful connections.

Born in a small town in Japan, I’ve lived and studied in California, Taiwan, and Korea, worked in South Africa, and traveled to over 40 countries. These experiences have shaped my perspective and inspired me to return to my rural hometown to contribute to its community.

My hometown, Iide, is part of the “Most Beautiful Villages in Japan” association—a hidden gem surrounded by nature and culture. Although it’s not a typical tourist destination, if you’re curious about experiencing authentic rural life in Japan or even contributing in some way, I’d be happy to host you.

https://utsukushii-mura.jp/map/iide/

Warum ich bei Couchsurfing bin

I’d love to connect with travelers from around the world, share stories, and learn from one another.

Interessen

• education
• coffee
• running
• technology
• jazz
• guitar
• backpacking
• philosophy
• psychology
• meeting people
• craft beer
• languages and cultures
• beatles
• community development

Musik, Filme und Bücher

・Music: 70-80’s American / English songs
・Movies: Good human dramas
・Books: Business, Psychology, Classics

Eine tolle Erfahrung, die ich gemacht habe

I happened to pick up an American hitchhiker in Japan and it turned out to be on a TV show.

Lehren, lernen, teilen

・Teach: Japanese culture / Language
・Learn: Anything
・Share: Travel experience / Intercultural work experience

Was ich mit Gastgebern teilen kann

・Japanese language, culture and corporate culture
・Multi cultural work experience in South Africa
・Travel experiences / stories
・Playing some guitar songs
・Connection with interesting people and communities across Japan
・Cooking Japanese food

Länder, die ich besucht habe

Austria, Belgium, Bhutan, Brazil, Cambodia, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, England, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Laos, Latvia, Lesotho, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malawi, Malaysia, Mongolia, Namibia, Netherlands, Norway, Palestine, Poland, Rwanda, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Swaziland, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Viet Nam, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Länder, in denen ich gelebt habe

Japan, South Africa, South Korea, Taiwan, United States