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<h3 data-section-id="4o3192" data-start="957" data-end="1007">About me</h3> <p data-start="13" data-end="177">I’m the founder of <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Boho Japan</span></span>, a Japan-based boutique travel company focused on creating deeper and more authentic journeys across Japan.</p> <p data-start="179" data-end="504">Living in Japan for many years and working directly within the local tourism industry, I specialize in helping travelers experience Japan beyond the typical tourist route. My work focuses on custom travel planning, cultural experiences, local connections, regional discovery, and meaningful encounters throughout the country.</p> <p data-start="506" data-end="768">Alongside operating Boho Japan, I also work as a Travel Consultant in Japan through <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Explogu</span></span>, helping travelers build personalized itineraries, understand Japan more deeply, and navigate the country with confidence and local insight.</p> <p data-start="770" data-end="940">My approach combines practical travel expertise with a strong understanding of Japanese culture, local life, logistics, and hidden places that most travelers never reach.</p>
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