＼　Self introduction　／

I was born in Itami City, Hyogo Prefecture, and now live in Sumoto City on Awaji Island.
My father is originally from Sumoto, so I visited Awaji Island often as a child to see my grandparents. My childhood memories of the island are mostly connected to the sea. Since my father and grandfather both loved fishing, I spent many hours playing on beaches and breakwaters while they fished.
When I was in high school, I became interested in Western music, and by the time I was in university I had fallen in love with traveling abroad. Naturally, I found myself choosing destinations with warm climates and access to the ocean. Australia and Mexico are still two of my favorite places.
In my twenties, I traveled and stayed in many of the countries I had always wanted to visit. Through those experiences, I realized that every country has its own unique charm. I couldn’t choose just one place to settle down. Around the time I turned 30, my grandmother passed away and her house in Sumoto became vacant, so I decided to move here and start living on Awaji Island by myself.

＼　My past travel experiences 　／

So far, I have visited more than 23 countries. Among them, I stayed for over a month in Australia, Mexico, Spain, Thailand, and New Zealand. During those stays, I worked remotely with Japanese clients online or joined working holiday programs.
I have always loved the style of traveling as if I were living there.
Rather than relying on lists of “must-see tourist attractions,” I prefer to ask a few people I meet at my destination for their recommendations and share what I’m personally interested in doing. Those small interactions often lead to experiences that feel like everyday life in another place.
Even something as simple as daily meals can be fascinating. Breakfast dishes vary greatly depending on the country, lunch hours differ, and even the word “rice” can refer to different ingredients or cooking styles. I love the moment when I realize that these differences are part of a culture that has been passed down for generations.

＼　What I Love About Awaji Island　／

Awaji Island is a place where many traditional aspects of Japanese culture still remain.
People have close relationships with their neighbors, and traditions such as architecture and festivals are preserved and enjoyed in their original form.
On a personal level, I enjoy living in the shopping street area of Sumoto. Depending on the time of day or season, the people who pass by change.
Across Awaji Island as a whole, there are areas where many locals live, areas that attract many tourists on weekends, and places where both mix together. Even within the same island, you can enjoy many different atmospheres, which I think is one of Awaji’s greatest charms.

＼　About work　／

My main career has been as a freelancer supporting sales activities for software and IT companies based in Tokyo. I still work online in a nomadic style.
Last year, I was appointed as an Awaji Island Tourism Ambassador by the Awaji Island Tourism Association, which led me to become involved in tourism-related work as well.
I have also opened my own shop in the Honmachi Shopping Street in Sumoto City. I am currently experimenting with ways to make it enjoyable for both local residents and visitors.
In addition, I use my English skills and international experience to support students who are considering studying abroad or joining working holiday programs. I also organize international exchange events.

＼　About Authentic Japan tour　／

Awaji Island already has many unique themes that can be the basis for meaningful experiences, such as:
・Prayers for good relationships and connections
・Dragon Quest
・The Kuniumi (creation of Japan) mythology
・The Naruto whirlpools, a world-class natural phenomenon
・Local food: onions, lettuce, rice, milk, beef, salt, miso
・Farmers and fishermen
・Incense production
・Barbecue culture

By combining these themes with the daily lives of the people who make their living through them, I believe visitors can experience something special while also feeling close to the authentic life of the island.

＼　My interests　／

I also stayed in Mexico for almost a year and attended a language school for two weeks, so I can speak and understand basic Spanish as well.Milk tea.

＼　Langages／

I mainly learned English while enjoying English music.
Through working holiday programs, I worked locally as:
a barista in Australia at age 23
a chef in New Zealand at age 31

I also stayed in Mexico for almost a year and attended a language school for two weeks, so I can speak and understand basic Spanish as well.

＼ Points de connexion avec les visiteurs étrangers ／

For the countries where I stayed long-term — Australia, Mexico, Spain, Thailand, and New Zealand — I can talk in detail about their cultures and lifestyles.
In Japan, I also enjoy organizing international exchange events, meetups, and dinners featuring food from different countries, which has become something I really enjoy recently.