I am a Japan inbound tourism specialist, business communicator, and cultural advisor based in Kyoto and Osaka.

Over the years, I have worked with more than 7,500 international visitors from over 75 countries through cultural experiences, walking tours, corporate training programs, factory visits, and business-related support services.

With more than 40 years of business experience, I understand not only Japanese culture but also how organizations operate, communicate, and build relationships.This allows me to support international visitors in a wide range of situations, from leisure travel to business meetings, site inspections, and corporate visits.

Having spent nearly a decade in North America, I understand both Western expectations and Japanese social norms.My specialty is helping international guests navigate Japan confidently by explaining the cultural context, communication styles, and unspoken expectations that are often difficult to understand from guidebooks alone.

I am also the author of Japanese Manners & Greetings, published on Kindle.

Whether assisting independent travelers, business professionals, corporate groups, or media representatives, my goal is to help visitors understand Japan beyond the surface and engage with the country more effectively.