Hello again, Couchsurfing community!

10 years ago I took a gap year to explore the world and explore myself. After going to school and working for the last 10 years, the time has come for me take some time again to learn from the greatest teacher in the world - new experiences!

I started traveling in March 2026 in Portugal and have combined travel with two Workaways, one in Portugal and one in Morocco.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I highly value cultural exchange. I want to see how people are actually living in a place. I value traveling slowly and getting to know people over seeing specific sights. I like adapting to new people and seeing their routines.

Interests

I like anything outside, anything related to art/music, exploring the spiritual, and having interesting discussions.

• meditation
• reading
• hiking
• surfing
• travel
• art
• food
• cultural exchange

Music, Movies, and Books

Some musical favorites: SOPHIE, Charlie XCX, Ninajirashi, Oklau, Baba Stiltz, Lolina, Aili, Saya Gray, Tiga, Larry June, 2 Chainz, Tyler, the Creator, MARINA, Kim Petras, Rebecca Black, Joni Mitchel, and Courtney Barnet

Movies: I like most art house films! Some favorites: Anora, The Love Witch, Stress Positions, Marriage Story, Shiva Baby, Zola, Tangerine, Okja, It's a Disaster, Eat Drink Man Woman, Step Brothers, Delicatessen, Fantastic Mr. Fox, We Are Little Zombies, Jennifer's Body

Books: Anything by Miranda July

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Falling asleep in the dunes of the Sahara desert - April 2026!

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm great at slow living and have a strong passion for life. We could drink tea or coffee together, view or make art together, cook together, meditate together, or go for a journey in nature. I like to listen deeply so if you have something in your life to talk through, I'm happy to lend an ear! I also have great administration skills if you want some help with financial planning or other tasks you've avoided.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm happy to help out around the house (cooking/cleaning/organizing), practice English or Japanese, help you make travel plans, or hang out.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Greece, Guatemala, India, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Netherlands, Portugal, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan, United States