Hi! I'm Kazuhiro. 👋

I’m originally from Japan, but I’ve just spent an amazing year in Finland on a Working Holiday visa until last December. Before heading back home, I’m traveling around Europe by train with a Eurail Pass. 🚂🇯🇵🇫🇮

For me, the best part of traveling is making friends with the people who live there. I'm more interested in getting a taste of the local lifestyle than just doing typical sightseeing.
During my stay in Finland, I absolutely fell in love with sauna culture and the beautiful nature. 🌲🧖‍♂️

I really enjoy cultural exchange and would love to share stories about Japanese culture and its philosophy. I’ve noticed many interesting (and sometimes funny!) differences between Japan, Finland, and other parts of Europe, and I’d love to discuss them with you! 🌍📖
Whether it's about our lifestyles, values, or hidden gems in Japan, I'm happy to share my "Japanese perspective" with you.

As a guest, I’m a tidy and respectful person. I’ve lived in shared apartments for a long time, so I know how to respect others' space and keep things clean. ✨

I’m looking forward to having some great conversations and learning about your life too! 😊

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To me, the best part of traveling is making friends with the people who live there. I'm more interested in getting a taste of the local lifestyle than just doing typical sightseeing.

Interests

Exploring the "Real" Local Life: I prefer quiet neighborhoods and local grocery stores over crowded tourist spots.

Sauna & Wellness: I became a huge fan of saunas during my year in Finland.

Photography: Capturing beautiful landscapes and everyday moments of my travels.

• culture
• photography
• cooking
• sauna
• walking
• traveling
• beaches
• nature

Music, Movies, and Books

Music is Avicii, Bruno Mars,Oasis,and J-pop.
Movies are Marvel series.
And I like some TV series and Anime.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I decided to explore Europe with just a Eurail Pass and a backpack after my one-year stay in Finland. Every train ride is a new adventure for me!

Teach, Learn, Share

Cooking Japanese food

What I Can Share with Hosts

I’m a tidy person and always happy to help with dishes, cleaning, or any small chores around the house.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Estonia, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Philippines, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Finland, Japan