Nice to meet you!
I'm Ana, or Ana Nicole, and I am living in Kagoshima as an ALT and English instructor. I like reading, exercise, and the beach. I'm interested in living in another country besides Japan so I think I'm going to live here until 2023 then move! Until then I'd love to travel a lot.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love hotels, but sometimes I want a local experience and I think locals share the best tips and tricks.

Interests

Asia, Latin America, Music, Anthropology, Self-care, Anime/Manga, reading (Japanese authors especially), travel, exercise.
Sings, plays Ukulele and Trumpet.

Music, Movies, and Books

To name a few...
Music: My Chemical Romance, Sara Bareilles, Mariah Carey, Young Blood Brass Band ETC!
Books/Authors: John Shors, The Chronology of Water, The Samurai's Garden, Anne of Green Gables, etc.
Movies: Hayao Miyazaki films, Perfect Blue, Time of Eve, Emma

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Performed in two jazz clubs around Tokyo, the Satin Doll and Ginza Cygnus.

Teach, Learn, Share

Can share my love for music and people with you :)

I'm interested in learning more about technology and media such as film making and video editing.

What I Can Share with Hosts

A positive, laid back, and kind guest
I also would love helping you cook. Anything you need help with, I'll try my best!
I will try to be helpful and respectful to you and your home ^^

If you host me in the future, I thank you in advance

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan, Mexico, United States