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Overview

  • 19 references 8 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English, Japanese; learning Chinese, Zulu
  • 35, Male
  • Member since 2015
  • HR project manager at Toyota Motor Corporation
  • Tohoku University 2013
  • From Nishiokitama District, Yamagata, Japan
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About Me

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/

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

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

Interests

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

Music, Movies, and Books

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

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

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

Teach, Learn, Share

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

What I Can Share with Hosts

・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

Countries I’ve Visited

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

Countries I’ve Lived In

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

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