Konnichiwa! My name is Susan and I am traveling around Japan by bicycle with two friends. I am originally from Bellingham, Washington State -- close to Seattle. I am a dual citizen of New Zealand and the United States.

I am travelling with two other women who live in New Zealand and we all work in conservation. 😊

I am a Freshwater Ecologist and am passionate for all things fish-related. I grew up in a fishing family, worked in the salmon fishing industry in Alaska, studied Fisheries and Aquaculture and now have a job managing fish conservation.

We love walks in nature and anything in the outdoors. We are equipped with camping supplies and are entirely self-sufficient.

We are cycle touring around Hokkaido from July 2 - July 18 and we want to meet Japanese locals. Even for a coffee, walk or conversation. Bonus if we can stay or camp, but no pressure.

We are excited to meet you and learn more about Japan! One of us can speak a little Japanese (but very slowly).

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I have Couchsurfed in the past (Europe, New Zealand) and love meeting people from the area. Connection while travelling is important to me -- and I have a place on New Zealand if anyone wants to visit 😊

Interests

• fishing
• hiking
• backpacking
• camping
• mountaineering
• scuba diving
• trail running
• rock climbing

Music, Movies, and Books

I love old-time country like Johnny Cash. Folk music, indie, jazzy electronic, classical piano, celtic jams ...

Teach, Learn, Share

I want to learn anything about your culture, passions and favorite foods.

I like hearing about ongoing social and political issues and the opinions of others. Teach me anything you are willing to share!

What I Can Share with Hosts

We are happy to prepare a meal for our host or help out in any way I can to repay for your hospitality! I don't mind cleaning or doing chores around the house. I can talk about salmon for days and have a brain full of fish biology facts. I am also a cat whisperer if you have a feisty feline in need of taming.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Belgium, Canada, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Myanmar, Netherlands, Scotland, Slovenia, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Viet Nam, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

New Zealand, United States