CURRENT MISSION

To share the human experience with people from all over the world by exchanging ideas and perspectives, wisdom, laughter, and food. And perhaps most importantly, to learn (and as always, have fun)!

ABOUT ME

My name is Sean Tanabe. I was born and raised in San Francisco, CA to a father from New York and a mother from Tokyo. I love many things in this beautiful life. I'm an adventurer, looking for treasure.

PHILOSOPHY

"Everybody can teach you something."

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

Currently only a surfer, looking forward to when that may change

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I've couch surfed before and continue to be amazed, not only by individuals letting others in their homes, but also into their lives. I love the concept of couchsurfing as a whole and look forward to many more experiences meeting others and sharing.

Interests

Adventure
Exploring
Laughing
Languages
Cultures
Trying new things
Reading
Meditation
Sports
Animals
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and lastly,
FOOD

• animals
• books
• dining
• meditation
• reading
• music
• adventure races
• sports
• languages

Music, Movies, and Books

The Alchemist
Leading With the Heart
The Fault in Our Stars (I can't lie)

I love reading. These are just a few of my favorites...

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I was selected to represent my college as the Commencement Speaker of my graduation from the University of California, Santa Barbara in June 2015. It was a great honor.

Teach, Learn, Share

Success is getting what you want. Happiness is wanting what you get.

I aim to be rich in experience.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Funny stories, movie/book/music recommendations, deep conversations, positive energy, enthusiasm

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Germany, Greece, Mexico, South Korea

Countries I’ve Lived In

Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Spain, United States