We renovated and moved into a huge, new house in October 2014, and are still in the process of making it presentable before we receive any new guests.

Interests

Him:
igo
artificial intelligence
photography
philosophy

Her:
calligraphy
motorcycles
airsoft wargames

Both:
internet
karaoke

• arts
• culture
• design
• photography
• nightlife
• motorcycles
• karaoke
• calligraphy
• history
• psychology

Music, Movies, and Books

books: 1984, Brave New World, Haruki Murakami, Alan Watts

movies: Moulin Rouge, Memoirs of Matsuko, Sakuran, Interstellar, Chicago

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

During August and September of 2010, I undertook the Shikoku Henro Pilgrimage, a 1200km clockwise trek around the perimeter of Shikoku Island which makes stops at 88 different temples. It was one of the most challenging and rewarding things I've ever done, and was certainly life-changing.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm always eager to spread knowledge of Igo - the world's most complex board game. I'm far from pro (or even amateur competition) level, but I enjoy teaching the basics to people with interest.

Same thing goes for photographic/design/art theory, relationship psychology, and the Japanese language!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Knowledge about Japanese history and culture (both historical and present-day)

Veteran knowledge of the local nightlife scene

Countries I’ve Visited

Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Thailand, United Arab Emirates

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan, United States