English Interpreter-guide

Guiding Area: Tokyo

Background

Born in Ohio in the US and raised in Mt. Fuji area in Japan. Majored in English and American studies at a university in Tokyo. After working at a bank, lived in the US for 2 years. Worked as a translator and interpreter. Acquired the national license of English interpreter-guide in 2009 and has started to work as the guide since then.

Specialties and Hobbies

• Tea Ceremony (1st degree instructor)-has started to learn tea ceremony at the university
• Wearing Kimono (Master of Japanese kimono dressing)
• Sumo wrestling (not performing, watching and taking guests to the place)
• Architecture
• Cooking (especially Japanese dishes and making sushi)
• Arts and crafts (cartonnage and egg art)
• Gardening

Message

It is true that you can visit many places on your own but with a certified guide, you will learn more. I hope I can help you understand more about Tokyo, Japan or Japanese culture both modern and traditional aspects. Looking forward to hearing from you!