Reiko (Regional Licenced Guide-Interpreter)

Hello,

 I am Reiko, an editor of this blog and a secretariat of Round Takatsu River Tourism Promotion Council, which promotes inbound tourism to this area. My goal is to assist foreign tourists to meet local guides who have deep knowledge about this region and hospitality to attend  tourists to take part in our traditional experiences.

I am also a devoted guide who have 10 years experience. It might be nice to walk on a traditional street and drop in at a Sake shop for a shot. It is also fun to enjoy the view from the hill-top  of  Tsuwano mountain castle ruins.

If you like to walk in the nature, shall we visit gorges and ravines in Hikimi town in Masuda City?   In Hikimi town, I have planted some wasabi plants in a clean stream in a deep mountain. If you like, shall we pull them up?

In winter, we can visit a lage daffodil field of more than 2 million daffodil plants near the rocky coast of the Sea of Japan. In spring, we can visit the great long-lived cherry trees in mountains.  Shall we visit to see these flowers?

If you can stay in Masuda City in Saturday evening, shall we watch the peculiar local performance called Iwami Kagura ?  Iwami Kagura is regularly on stage on Saturday. 

I live in the heart of Masuda City, so I am easy to visit any spots in this area.
I play the Shinobue ( a simple flute made of bamboo) and  keep practicing Nho chanting (called Yo-kyoku or Utai) . I love to dance the ballroom dancing.  You shouldn't like to see my dancing and hear my chanting, though.....

I hope we, you and our guides, will have a precious time for both of us in this local area.

I am looking forward to seeing you soon!

Reiko
http://liveincoutryside.blogspot.jp/




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Tamaki (Regional Licenced Guide-Interpreter)

I am an English guide-interpreter, however I can also communicate little in Italian, French, Turkish, and Korean. I have worked in performing art field and attended, assisted, and translated for many people from around the world, including directors, choreographers, musicians, and art historian. From the experience as well as of living overseas, I have respect to and understanding in all cultures and religions, and I will make every single effort so that you can have comfortable and enjoyable stay. I would like to be a bridge between you and the region as well as Japan introducing them more in depth and also to contribute to your wonderful experiences and memorable stay in the region and in Japan.

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LisNo (Regional Licenced Guide-Interpreter)

Hi! My name is Lisa. I was born in Taiwan and have been spending most of my educational period in New Zealand.
I first came to Japan in 2008 working as a Coordinator for International Relations (CIR) in Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima.
I’ve spent 5 years in Hiroshima and moved to Masuda in 2013.　Masuda is the largest city in Shimane Prefecture by land area. It is a complex city with a huge variety of activities from nature living experiences to cultural and historical spots.
Come join me in Masuda and I’ll be very happy to show you around.


https://www.facebook.com/lis.masuda

 

 

 

 



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Zai (National Licenced Guide-Interpreter)

Kyoto-born Zai has now lived in Tsuwano for nearly 20 years and knows its nearby areas well.  She feels privileged to live in this small yet historical town with outstanding natural beauty and is keen to share her passion for the history and folklore of Tsuwano, Masuda and Yoshika with visitors.  Whether it’s getting to know some local residents of a historic and elegant town, or you simply like to know where to shop or to eat, Zai can happily assist you to familiarise the area she loves.

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Plume (Regional Licenced Guide-Interpreter)

Hello, I’m Plum.
I love music and fine art. I’m also a Japanese traditional musical instrument ‘Koto’ teacher. I teach Koto music at home. The sound of koto makes us serene mind.
And then my hobby is Japanese painting. We are surrounded by picturesque nature so that going out to sketch beautiful scenes is my favorite time.
I welcome you with open arms if you come to Mauda City. Why don’t you experience Japanese traditions?

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katchan (Regional Licenced Guide-Interpreter)

License  Grade 2 EIKEN  Japanese License of First-Class Technical Radio Operator for On-The-  Ground Services My hobby  Fishing  etc.

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Tom Kida (Regional Licenced Guide-Interpreter)

・Regional Licenced Tour Gide
・Shimane Community Interpreter
・National Licenced (wireless) Operator
・Radio　Station JA4NQ ( A member of JARL )
・Grade 2 of the EIKEN Test
・IT Specialist

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Mack Moriya (National Licenced Guide-Interpreter)

I like Japanese Sake!!

http://mackmoriya.blog.fc2.com/

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List of Guide-Interpreters

We have Guide-Interpreters for you!
They are willing to take you around this area with their original tour plans and special experiences which you can take part in. Click colorful guides' nickname below and see how
they are. I promise they will provide you wonderful experience and unforgettable memory of staying in Tsuwano and Masuda.

Tamaki   　LisNo　　Tom Kida      Plum     katchan      Zai      Mack Moriya       Reiko       

 

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