Co-founder and content manager at Shiitake Creative, a Tokyo-based boutique creative agency, and the Japan Travel Awards, an initiative to promote inclusivity and sustainability in Japan's travel industry. Formerly, the editor-in-chief of lifestyle web magazine Savvy Tokyo and Chief Digital Content Manager at Tokyo Weekender, the longest-running English-language media in Japan. Mom of a 5yo and two overweight foster cats.
To join an international community of experts in the travel industry
Varna, Bulgaria
Kenya
Covering a press tour in Aomori, Japan
Public Speaking
Learn, Experience, Empower
It was an honor to be there and meet so many amazing people! Thanks for reaching out, Ian! And congratulations on such a massive achievement!
Great people, great venue, great conversations!!
Hi Haruya, Oh, I'm so glad you two have connected! :) Yes, definitely, let's keep in touch and find ways to collaborate! Looking forward! Ally
Hi Haruya, Fellow Japan-based startup founder here—so happy to see your post! I just tried Tripia and wanted to say how much I appreciate the idea and your execution. It runs smoothly and clearly addresses the needs of busy travelers. I really enjoye... show more
Thank you, Ian. I feel we all need a version of Hakone Honbako in our towns - the silence was much needed and the luxury of being surrounded by so many ideas on each shelf was a true gift!