Central Hokkaido

Born in the Philippines, I am a native speaker of English and Tagalog, with full professional proficiency in Japanese. I lived in Indonesia and Singapore before settling in Hokkaido in 2010. I also work in translation and travel planning. I am a licensed Travel Services Manager and a certified Master of Hokkaido Tourism. My hobbies include tenipon and driving around Hokkaido.

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I mainly offer insightful walking tours in Sapporo for international visitors, along with a selection of other guided experiences. Before becoming a guide, I worked as a nurse for seven years at a university hospital in Japan and later gained experience in elderly care in New Zealand. I now balance my work as a public health nurse with guiding, sharing the history and culture of the region.
Drawing on my healthcare background, I pay close attention to each guest’s lifestyle, travel experience, and interests. My goal is to create tours that offer meaningful insights into local life and culture, highlighting both similarities and differences in ways that lead to genuine connection, discovery, and enjoyment during your time in Hokkaido.

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I first encountered canoeing at the age of 17. Since then, I have been walking the path of Canadian canoes for over 20 years. In 2010, I moved to Lake Shikotsu, where my current base of operations is located, and have been “creating a story that can only be told here” with three pillars: environmental conservation, tourism promotion, and regional revitalization. In the future, I aim to further develop Lake Shikotsu, while also using my experience in this area to help revitalize other regions.

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Everyone.
My name is Hideki Kondo.
Please call me Hide.
I run a mountain hut called EZOFUJIGOYA in Niseko.
I have been working as a national park manager in the Niseko area for 25 years.
I have appeared on meny television and radio programs as amountain guide and ski guide.
In rescue operations for victims.
I have received a letter of appreciation.

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Born and raised in Hokkaido, Japan.
Experienced 7 years in restaurant management and 15 years in chocolate company as sales.
National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (English) certified in 2019.
Tour guide experience with Grand Circle Corporation in 2019.
Currently active as an inbound tour guide specializing in bar hopping, golf, and private luxury tours.

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Born in Niigata. While working as a master carpenter, he became involved with a company at a log construction site. Attracted by the rich natural environment, he moved to Minamifurano. He guides forest programs, canoes, rafts, and more. He will guide you through the tours with his deep knowledge and entertaining conversation skills. He will also guide foreigners in English.

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My name is Akio Narita. I have 30 years of mountaineering experience and am a certified summer and winter mountain guide. I am also a certified emergency medical technician, and I always strive to prevent accidents and manage safety in the mountains. I also use my experience in rescue situations to instruct various groups on first aid methods in the event of an emergency in the mountains, and I work to ensure safety while enjoying nature and the company of others.

personal home page    yamazaru-web.jimdosite.com

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I am experience working in outdoor education and mountain tourism. As a student I was a member of the Explorer’s Club at school, giving Tobaji numerous opportunities to explore the outdoors and travel overseas. This included a trip to Nepal, where he trekked Annapurna and rafted down the river of Karnali．I was once your typical Japanese “salaryman”, but decided to change up careers and work for an outdoor education provider, and later became a certified mountain guide. I fell in love with Daisetsuzan for its untouched nature and distinct seasonal beauty, and is excited to share　my profound knowledge of the area. When I’m not guiding, I can be found canoeing or helping rice farmers and beekeepers in Higashikawa in the spring and autumn. Languages: Japanese (Native) / English (Fluent) / Swahili

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I have also encountered brown bears in the field while researching brown bears. I am still cooperating with research, and have a lot of experience dealing with brown bears. I will provide you with a safe and secure time in the field.

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I love the nature and culture of Hokkaido.
I will provide you with discoveries and impressions that you cannot get on a normal trip. I will guide you to the true local spots and nature of Hokkaido that are not listed in guidebooks.

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