Self-introduction

Hi, Japan-Lovers and Travelers!
I’m Lena, living in Aichi prefecture (close to Chubu Centrair International Airport), and working as a YOGA Instructor.
I had lived in Shirakawa-go UNESCO World Heritage Site for 4 years, so especially I can tell you some local and rare information about Shirakawa-go, Takayama, Hida and Gero Onsen Hot Spring.

I cherish Japanese spirit and Shintoism like Animism, and love rich nature such as mountains, forests and lake, and I had been Camping Instructor and Nature Guide.
I have been fascinated by Shirakawa-go, which has beauties showed up in each season, and the villagers who live in harmony with the harsh natural environment and enjoy living.

Shirakawa-go is known as “Japan’s last unexplored region”. The traditional “Gassho-style house” with thatched roofs is very wisdom from the old. Its spirit called “Yui”, which means helping each other, has been passed down from generation to generation.
Also, Shirakawa Village is surrounded with 2000 meters high mountains, which means it has the supreme area to experience exciting nature. I can propose “experiential tour” to do nature activities like trekking in the forest, and packrafting and Stand-Up Paddle Board in the beautiful lake, depending on your wishes.

Hida area is worth a trip in point of beautiful landscape, great tradition and culture, delicious foods and hot springs. (I have learned about hot springs in Japan, and have a qualification called “Onsen Sommelier”.)

I guide you with warm-hearted hospitality.
Would you like to Quest for “Wonder”, and make enjoyable and memorable stay with a local guide?

*The nature activities depend upon the status of the companies which provide.