I'm a joy-affirming soul who works as a percussionist and drum circle facilitator. I am a native of Japan and have been based in Hong Kong for many years. I perform locally and internationally and love travelling to different places and meeting people. I live in the countryside of Hong Kong, near a beach and marshland where wild water buffaloes roam around. I have two cats.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My child has gone to uni in the States and their room is available so I have started hosting travellers. I am into gift economy, skill-share and community living. I also love travelling and I look forward to surfing, too. (I have been a CS member for just over a year.)

Interests

• festivals
• cooking
• traveling
• music
• hiking
• camping
• art
• nature
• spirituality
• parties
• dance
• africa
• waterfalls
• national parks
• jogging
• gym
• handmade
• community
• performance
• wellness

Music, Movies, and Books

Many. I'll come back to this.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have taken numerous solo trips to several West African countries and had amazing experiences there. I often think that everything in this world is pretty miraculous. If I have to choose one thing, that would be the conception, production and delivery of another human being and the fact that I had an opportunity to help that person grow. My child is now 20 and flew out of the nest to their new chapter to uni in the States (and I feel liberated!). :)

Teach, Learn, Share

I teach people how to be playful, get in the flow and connect with others through rhythm. I am a certified drum circle facilitator and trainer. I often invite couchsurfers to my drumming events when their schedule meet. I enjoy sharing stories and homemade food.

I can also teach Japanese origami and Kirigami (paper-cutting).

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am easygoing. I can cook, clean, help in the garden or farm (if any), or play music for the hosts or their community. I can also share my travel stories/tips in Asia and Africa if the hosts are interested in those areas.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, China, England, France, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Senegal, Singapore, Thailand, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Hong Kong, Japan