I live in Tokyo, but I stay in old house from Apr to mid Dec (1/3 of a month) which is located in Nirasaki city, Yamanashi prefecture, I enjoy repairing house, hiking/climbing mountain and grow vegetables in a small garden.
I also do a volunteer as English tour guide in Tokyo(+ around Tokyo)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My old house is located 50km from lake Kawaguchiko. My area in Yamanashi prefecture is famous for wine, fruits (grape, cherry, peach and plum). The house was built more than 100 years ago and I renovated it. So if you used to stay mountain hut or camp, no problem. A hiker told" this house is 5 star comparing with staying in tent. But if you used to stay clean and beautiful hotel only, I don't recommend to stay my old house. I hope you enjoy old house and nature in Yamanashi.

Interests

I am interesred in hiking/climbing mountain , renovating house, exchanging information about different culture , tradition. I am also interested in guiding around lake Kawaguchiko or Tokyo. I can go hiking/climbing mountain with you, or tasting wine or Japanese Sake, eating grape other fruits, take Onsen(hot spring if you like).

• culture
• folklore
• wine
• bbq
• partying
• hiking
• rock climbing
• tourism
• volunteering

Music, Movies, and Books

I play the piano, mainly classical music, but not so good as I started after my retirement. ( There is electronic piano in my old house.

What I Can Share with Hosts

The house is very old but there are 3 rooms to sleep. So 3~4 guests can sleep there with futon but except winter. It is very cold in winter. You can enjoy atmosphere of old house, have BBQ party or hot pot party(at fire place with Japanese style).

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, China, Germany, Malaysia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States