住田 隆

• English
• Japanese

• Nationwide Interpreter Guides

Masahiro KAWAGISHI川岸　正寛

• English

Hello.
I am working in a chemical company living in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture. I will do my best to prepare in advance, and I hope to be a friendly guide that everyone will enjoy.

Although I am originally from Osaka, I am fascinated by Fukushima's abundant nature such as mountains, rivers, and lakes, its history and culture unique to Tohoku, and its warm-hearted people. I would be very happy if I could share the charm of Fukushima with you all.
I look forward to traveling with you!

• Japanese Culture
• History・Samurai
• Healthcare・Science・Technology

• Nationwide Interpreter Guides

• Central Area
• Aizu Area

山寺　四郎

• English
• Japanese

I am very interested in Tour Guiding for foreigners. Because I like travel all over the world and I learned how to do the tour guide. For example I have been traveling south Asia (included south east Asia), Europe, Africa, North & South America. Basically I travel alone. In such places, I have joined a tour group there, and learned technique of how to guide from tour guides. Of course, in Japan I did it too. In these reasons, I would like to get a chance of tour guide and give foreigners "HOW WONDERFUL FUKUSHIMA & JAPAN" IS.

• Japanese Culture
• History・Samurai
• Food Culture
• Trekking

• Regional Interpreter Guides

• Coastal Area
• Central Area
• Aizu Area
• All areas of Fukushima Prefecture

MIYAZAWA Yasuhiko宮澤　泰彦

• English
• Japanese

Wishing to support you as a casual personal guide interpreter. Starting from a high-school English teacher, I've long worked for a National College of Technology as a professor. Having practiced several traditional martial arts & sports. Interested in world peace, international relations, sustainable development, and grass-roots intercultural communication. Guess my hospitable character from my profile, please.

I would like to give you a handmade guide to meet your needs. I was born and raised in a port town called Yotsukura in Iwaki. My father was a semi-professional sea urchin and abalone diver. I was good at catching clams and mussels from an early age by imitation. I still go swimming in the ocean in the summer.

I started karate when I was in college to introduce Japanese culture to the world, and I have been practicing it for more than 45 years even though I am not very good at it. I still participate in masters, expert, and old men's competitions. I have also acquired the 3rd dan in Judo, which I used to do. I have a judo physique, so I am quite thick and disadvantageous for karate.

In winter, if I have time, I go to Urabandaï to ski alone. I can help those who are interested in karate and skiing on their own trips. I will guide you with hospitality so that you will want to come back to Fukushima again.

National Professional Tour Guide Interpreter license in English
B.A. in Humanities Linguistics from University of Tsukuba
M.A. in Applied Linguistics from Macquarie University, Sydney

• Japanese Culture
• History・Samurai
• Reconstruction-related
• Snow Activity

• Nationwide Interpreter Guides

• Coastal Area
• Central Area
• Aizu Area
• All areas of Fukushima Prefecture

藍原　寛子

• English
• Japanese

A journalist worked for local newspaper for 20 years, and licensed research administrative secretary in Charge of Policy for the diet member. Specialized Professional research about Great East Japan Earthquakes/ Disaster, social issues (history, ecology, local economics, medicine, local culture, local government/ governance, administrative issue, population decline, and human rights) as a Fukushima native. Fulbrighter (2005 U of Miami) and Master of Public Policy and Regional Administration. An experienced research fixer for Universities, Medias, and others.

• Regional Interpreter Guides

Yukari Itakura板倉　ゆかり

• English
• Japanese

”Interpreters do more than just connect words; they connect hearts and encounters.”

Welcome to Fukushima!　
Fukushima is very famous for its beautiful nature, delicious SAKE, and fruits.　I would like to introduce nice people and places here.　We can enjoy the Japanese Incense Ceremony, Tea ceremony, and visiting some hidden charms in Fukushima together.

I hold the following licenses；
　Fukushima English guide, Certified Itinerary Control Manager, International 　　
　Sake sommelier(English)
※Experienced in LGBTQ+ matters
※Tourul nature, delicious SAKE, and fruits.　I would like to introduce nice people and places here.　We can enjoy the Japanese Incense Ceremony, Tea ceremony, and visiting some hidden charms in Fukushima together.

I hold the following licenses；
　Fukushima English guide, Certified Itinerary Control Manager, International Sake sommelier(English)

※Experienced in LGBTQ+ matters

※Youtubers’（America）filming and Interviews around Fukushima
※Guide to Tsuchiyu Binary Power Generation
※Australian media filming and Interviews in Fukushima

Feel free to contact me and let m help you to make your trip very special!

• Japanese Culture
• History・Samurai
• Reconstruction-related
• Agriculture
• Food Culture
• Trekking
• Snow Activity

• Regional Interpreter Guides

• Central Area
• Aizu Area

GOTO Masako後藤　正子

• English

Hello! I’m here to assist you in exploring the literary heritage of Fukushima Prefecture, following in the footsteps of writers and poets, including the renowned Matsuo Bashō.

I can also provide interpretation services in Polish (please note that I am not a certified Polish tour guide, so my role will be limited to interpretation only). If you need an interpreter when welcoming guests from Poland, feel free to reach out. I would be happy to help!

My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable guided experience for visitors who sincerely appreciate and respect Japanese culture, traditions, and customs.
However, I am unable to accept requests from individuals who deliberately violate Japan’s laws, ethics, morals, or social norms, or engage in disruptive or illegal activities.
I warmly welcome those who wish to enjoy their stay in Japan with respect and responsibility.

• Regional Interpreter Guides

• Central Area

山崎　幸司

• English
• Japanese

I lived in various parts of Fukushima prefecture due to my work. So I will show　you around Fukushima by car.　I’m sure I can go along with your wishes.

• Regional Interpreter Guides

Mikio Kainuma貝沼 幹夫

• English
• Japanese

I would like to guide you through a wide variety of sightseeing spots in Fukushima. Fukushima is full of interesting things to discover; such as beautiful nature, dramatic history, delicious food and sake, and many hot springs. You can also enjoy looking around traditional craft ateliers and art museums. I look forward to your visit to Fukushima. Please feel free to contact me.

• Japanese Culture
• History・Samurai
• Reconstruction-related
• Trekking

• Nationwide Interpreter Guides

• Coastal Area
• Central Area
• Aizu Area
• All areas of Fukushima Prefecture