MEET OUR GUIDES

I have worked in Canada, joined the MTB race in Africa, and traveled to Central America, Southeast Asia, Europe, and Oceania.
​​​​​​​Everywhere, I've tried to see as much nature as possible. Nature is so different in every country and I find that immensely moving.
I love nature. I love cycling, hiking and climbing.
That's why I now live in Nagano, helping world travelers enjoy the nature and culture of Japan.

I cycled across Japan when I was a student, and after I started working, I became passionate about mountain hiking.
After achieving the 100 most famous mountains in Japan, I have climbed many mountains including the Northern Alps.
With a desire to share the wonderful nature of Japan with people overseas, I am working as a hiking guide in Azumino City area.
I am also available for both short- and long-term tour guiding for inbound visitors.
​​​​​​​My overseas experience includes a Master's degree in Food Science in Canada and living in Colorado and California, USA.

I am a local guide born and raised in Azumino.
​​​​​​​After living in Tokyo for about 20 years, I made a U-turn and realized once again how wonderful my hometown is.
I am working every day to share the beauty of nature, the goodness of people, and the joy of mountains in Azumino with as many people as possible.
From beginners, women, and seniors to overseas guests, we aim to be there for those who need the support of a guide, to keep pace with them, and to create fun memories together.​

I was born and raised in Azumino.
I came back to my hometown after traveled and lived in different places.
​​​​​​​I love my hometown and my appreciation toward the beautiful nature of Azumino is greater now than when I was young.
I feel very lucky to be a guide in such a special place, and I will be very happy to take you to an original journey to go deep into the life in Azumino, as if you are locals.​

I am a local guide, born and raised in Azumino.
A-year stay in London made me interested in traditional Japanese culture, especially cuisine, so I worked in Ryotei(traditional Japanese restaurant) in Kyoto.
I came back home after spending several years in Hokkaido and Kanazawa.
Now I enjoy my life in this farming village in Azumino, making miso and soy sauce from scratch.
I would like to share a part of daily life passed down here over the years, with the beautiful nature of Azumino.​

I’m from the U.S. but am a permanent resident of Japan based in rural Nagano.
​​​​​​​I’ve always enjoyed the outdoors and over the years have ventured to more than 40 countries for trekking.
Still, Japan holds a special place in my heart, and my passion now is sharing it with others; especially the Japanese Alps! I’ve spent 20+ years exploring every corner of the Alps, and have summited the 100 Tallest Mountains of Japan an average of 4 times each.
I’m one of only a few guides in Japan who are able to lead all varieties of tours, from relaxed hut-to-hut hiking to extended trail runs and intense multi-day fastpacking trips.​

Born and living in Tokyo, I graduated from the College of Liberal Arts at International Christian University (ICU) with a Bachelor's degree.
​​​​​​​I spent over 30 years working with services for overseas institutional investors at both domestic and international financial institutions.
Since retiring in 2023, I've turned my passion for adventure into a career, guiding foreign visitors through Japan’s natural and cultural wonders, primarily in Hakone and Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture.
I craft tours that blend mountain climbing, hiking, and rich experiences with Japanese food culture, including wine and sake.
Exploring nature and sharing its beauty is what I love most.​

I am a local guide living in Nagano Prefecture.
​​​​​​​I worked in international operations for a major general contractor for 24 years and spent 14 years abroad.
I quit my job to move here, where I had always wanted to live, and started working as a tour guide for international clients.
Currently, I focus on hiking and biking, using the multicultural experience gained from my overseas assignments and as a Dual Pilgrim who walked the Camino in Spain and the Kumano Kodo, both World Heritage Sites, to help my clients fully enjoy the charms of Japan.

While working for a European machine tool manufacturer, I was involved in overseas projects.
Leveraging experience from over 70 international trips, I began working as a certified interpreter-guide.
​​​​​​​Currently, I provide guiding services primarily in Nagano Prefecture, drawing on my experiences in telemark skiing and adventurous mountaineering and travel both domestically and internationally, fueled by an adventurous spirit.