Hi, I’m Aki.
I run a small hair salon in Nagano.
I prefer the kind of atmosphere and moments you can only experience in person.
When I travel, I’m not only interested in sightseeing, but also in naturally connecting with the people I meet along the way.
I like simple, genuine connections that come from meeting face to face.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Beautiful nature always inspires me, but what truly makes a place special is the people I meet there.
What stays with me most from my travels is not just the places I visit, but the people I meet.
I’ve had many wonderful encounters in different countries, and I’ve often been welcomed into local homes.
That’s why I started Couchsurfing—I want to be part of that experience too.

Interests

• cats
• chocolate
• wine
• cheese
• reading
• knitting
• golf
• solo travel
• art
• beach
• islands
• oil painting
• wisky
• snorkling & diving

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Balearic, Techno, Reggae, Chill, Classical, and classic Japanese pop

Movies: Studio Ghibli, Mafia movies

Books: I read 2–3 books a month. Currently reading a book about sumo and a novel.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I arrived in Kaş, Turkey without booking any accommodation, and a local shop owner kindly welcomed me and invited me to stay at his home.
It was completely different from staying in a hotel—I got to experience the real daily life of a local, which felt incredibly warm and special.
We still keep in touch, and we’ve even met again in other countries and traveled together. Now we’re good friends.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can share simple tips on hair care and styling.
I can also help with kimono, yukata, or hakama styling if you’re interested.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I’m happy to share time, conversations, and good moments.
If you’d like, I can also help with your hair—a small trim, some styling, or even a fresh new look.
Don’t worry about your floors—I bring a sheet to protect them and will take care of everything.
Looking forward to meeting you.

Countries I’ve Visited

Costa Rica, Greece, Guam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan